Wreck of Mayflower

Protected Area

Morar, Moidart and Ardnamurchan

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 Mayflower 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 Mayflower, off the Scottish West Coast, is one of those wrecks that just *feels* right from the moment you drop down onto her. We love how intact she is, especially for a wreck of her age and in these waters. You’ll find her sitting upright, a testament to whoever built her, with plenty of her superstructure still recognisable. It's not just a pile of metal; you can really picture her as a working vessel. Her holds are often the first place we head, usually home to a cloud of juvenile pollack that scatter as you approach, then slowly reform behind you. Look closely amongst the twisted metal and you’ll spot crabs, often velvet swimmers, scuttling into the shadows. Visibility here can be glorious on a good day, but even when it's a bit greener, the Mayflower still holds her secrets. We always suggest taking a strong torch, not just for peering into the darker corners, but to really bring out the subtle colours of the encrusting life – soft corals and anemones clinging to every surface. It’s a proper expedition dive, best for those comfortable with overhead environments and the cooler water, offering a real sense of history and marine life making a new home.