

Best for intermediate divers, 10-44m, boat entry, moderate current.
Calve Island Cove is a diverse dive site within the Sound of Mull, featuring a combination of reef, wall, and kelp forest topography. This site requires boat access and is suited for intermediate divers due to moderate currents and depths ranging from 10 to 44 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Visibility is typically around 15 metres. The underwater environment supports a variety of temperate marine life and invertebrates typical of the region. Divers should be prepared for deep water, potential low visibility, and strong currents. Air fills and guided tours are available for those visiting this location.
56.62270, -6.04730
The site is often combined with a wreck dive on the Hispania or Shuna in the same day.
The site is dived from Tobermory charter boats.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-44m
Visibility
15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
8-14°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
The site supports a range of temperate marine life and invertebrates characteristic of the Sound of Mull habitat.
No, this site is classified for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents and depths reaching 44 metres.
The site ranges from 10 to 44 metres in depth, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Calve Island Cove requires boat access.
Divers should be aware of the deep water, potential for low visibility, and the presence of moderate currents.
Diving at Calve Island Cove in Tobermory requires the following certifications: AOWD. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Calve Island Cove in Tobermory. Water temperatures range from 8°C to 14°C.
The best months to visit Calve Island Cove in Tobermory are May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Calve Island Cove in Tobermory. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Calve Island Cove in Tobermory typically ranges from 15 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.