Wreck of Lohada - Scottish West Coast

The Wreck of Lohada isn't about tropical colours. This is a proper Scottish wreck dive, moody and atmospheric, with a real sense of history. We love it because you’re not just looking at a pile of metal; you’re exploring a vessel that saw things. Descending onto the Lohada, you’ll start to pick out details through the green light – davits, bollards, the general outline of a cargo ship now colonised by anemones and plumose anemones waving in the gentle surge. Entry can be a bit of a scramble depending on the tide, so time it right. Once you’re down, we always spend a good while around the stern, the propeller is usually still quite intact, and it’s a great spot to find wrasse darting in and out of the shadows. Visibility often hovers around 5 to 10 metres, which for us, just adds to the drama. It’s a dive for those who appreciate the quiet beauty of a wreck reclaiming by the sea, rather than a frantic wildlife spot.

Location
Scottish West Coast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
56.612990, -6.047297
Type
wreck

Marine Protected Area: Loch Sunart

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Marine Life in Scottish West Coast

Home to 127 recorded species including 50 reef fish, 15 whales & dolphins, 10 seagrass & algae, 9 sharks & rays, 8 other, 7 crabs & lobsters.

Notable Species