Wreck of Mary Ann Mcleod

Protected Area

Jura

Why dive here

With 112+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue whales, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - Wreck of Mary Ann Mcleod offers some of Scottish West Coast's richest wreck diving.

Marine lifeBlue Whales, Dolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales and Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) · 112+ species recorded

CharacterWreck dive

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

The Mary Ann McLeod is one of those wrecks that really sticks with you. She's not a massive liner, but her story, combined with the rugged beauty of the Scottish seabed, makes for a compelling dive. We love that she's broken, scattered across the sand, but still incredibly evocative. You'll spend your bottom time piecing together her past from the twisted metal and scattered timbers, imagining her final moments. Our favourite part is the way the cold water corals and anemones have completely engulfed parts of her structure. Look closely, and you'll find crabs scuttling through the gaps and the occasional inquisitive wrasse peeking out. The visibility here can be temperamental, as is often the case on the Scottish West Coast, so we'd suggest picking a calm day with minimal swell. It's a dive that rewards patience and a keen eye, perfect for those who appreciate history as much as marine life.