

Best for advanced divers, 4-50m, boat entry, strong current.
The SS Rondo is a challenging wreck dive located in the Sound of Mull, United Kingdom. The vessel lies at depths ranging from 4 to 50 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres. Due to the significant depth and strong currents, this site is strictly for advanced divers. Boat access is required, and dives must be timed precisely with slack water windows. Visibility varies between 10 and 30 metres. Given the water temperatures of 8 to 14 degrees Celsius, a drysuit is essential. Divers should be prepared for decompression requirements and potential entanglement risks within the wreck structure. Always carry a delayed surface marker buoy for ascent.
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Slack water is one hour before high or low water Oban, but is not essential for experienced divers.
Boat access from Oban, Tobermory, or Lochaline. The wreck is located west of the Dearg Sgeir lighthouse.
Recorded at this site
Depth
4-50m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
8-14°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
No, this site is intended for advanced divers only due to the significant depth, strong currents, and decompression requirements.
The wreck lies at depths between 4 and 50 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site. You must arrange transport with a charter skipper.
Key hazards include strong currents, significant depth, nitrogen narcosis, and decompression risks. Entanglement hazards exist within the wreck structure.
Snorkelling is not recommended due to the depth of the wreck and the strong currents present at the surface.
Diving at SS Rondo in Isle Of Mull requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at SS Rondo in Isle Of Mull. Water temperatures range from 8°C to 14°C.
The best months to visit SS Rondo in Isle Of Mull are May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
SS Rondo in Isle Of Mull can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at SS Rondo in Isle Of Mull typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.