

Best for intermediate divers, 16-32m, boat entry, mild current.
The Shuna Wreck is a notable wreck site located in the Sound of Mull, resting at depths between 16 and 32 metres with an average depth of 18 metres. This site is suitable for intermediate divers with wreck certification. Access is strictly by boat, and divers should be prepared for surge and swell conditions during entry. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres, though divers must remain cautious of sharp edges and entanglement risks throughout the structure. Due to local boat traffic, the use of a surface marker buoy is essential. The site experiences mild currents, though water movement can change during the dive.
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The silt is easily stirred, which is something to consider if penetrating the wreck and if there have been lots of divers on it during the day.
The site is dived from Lochaline or Tobermory charter boats around slack water. It is theoretically possible to attempt as a shore dive from 200 metres away.
Recorded at this site
Depth
16-32m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
8-14°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
70 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers and requires a wreck certification alongside open water qualifications.
The wreck lies at depths ranging from 16 to 32 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
The site is accessible by boat only; divers should organise charter or RIB cover and confirm departure times around tidal windows.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic, potential entanglement risks, and sharp edges on the wreck, as well as surge and swell conditions during boat entry.
The site is primarily a wreck dive at depths of 16 to 32 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Shuna Wreck in Lochaline requires the following certifications: Open Water, Wreck. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Shuna Wreck in Lochaline. Water temperatures range from 8°C to 14°C.
The best months to visit Shuna Wreck in Lochaline are May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Shuna Wreck in Lochaline typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Shuna Wreck in Lochaline typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.