Wreck of Myrtle
Protected Area
Sanda Islands
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 Myrtle offers some of Scottish West Coast's richest wreck diving.
The Wreck of Myrtle is a proper Scottish wreck dive, moody and atmospheric, sitting upright and mostly intact on a silty seabed. We love how the hull is draped in dead man's fingers and anemones, giving it a ghost-ship feel, even on a bright day. Descending onto the superstructure, you’ll often find wrasse poking their heads from every crevice, and sometimes a conger eel eyes you from a deeper section of the engine room. It's a dive that rewards slow exploration, looking for details like the intact portholes or the twisted davits. We’d suggest going at slack water to properly enjoy peering into the cargo holds without fighting a current. This one really suits divers who appreciate a bit of history with their marine life, and aren't afraid of a bit of chill in the water.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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