Wreck of Staffa II

Protected Area

Sound of Gigha

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 Staffa II 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 Staffa II is one of our favourites on the Scottish West Coast. We just love a wreck that tells a story, and this one, sitting upright and largely intact, really lets your imagination wander. Dropping down onto her bow, you can still see the hawse pipes and the anchor chain leading away into the gloom. It’s a proper ship to explore, with easy penetration into the cargo holds if you’ve got the right training and a good light. What really makes the Staffa II special, though, is how nature has reclaimed her. The metalwork is completely smothered in plumose anemones, creating these incredible white carpets that shimmer in your torch beam. Look closer and you'll spot blennies peeking out of every crevice, and big scorpionfish often sit camouflaged on the decks. We'd suggest picking a slack tide for the best experience, as currents can pick up, making it a bit of a workout. It’s a dive that suits experienced wreck divers who appreciate history and don't mind a bit of a chill; the water here rarely gets above 12°C, even in summer.