Wreck of Quesada
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 Quesada offers some of Scottish West Coast's richest wreck diving.
The Quesada, for us, is a proper Scottish wreck dive, moody and full of atmosphere. You drop onto a sprawling cargo vessel, broken but still substantial, with enough to explore to keep you busy for a few dives. We’ve always found her deck guns a particular draw, massive and encrusted, staring out into the gloom. Schools of pollack often swirl through the superstructure, and if you take your time, you’ll spot plenty of wrasse and lobsters tucked into every crevice. We’d suggest saving this one for a calm day; the exposed location can make for a lively surface, but beneath the waves, the wreck’s presence is always impressive. It’s a dive for those who appreciate history and the slow reclamation of steel by the sea.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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