Asknish Bay offers a sheltered environment for snorkelling, featuring rocky reefs and kelp forests. The site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 2 to 15 metres and an average depth of 7 metres. Entry is accessible via the jetty steps or the boathouse path. Conditions are generally mild, though snorkellers should remain aware of boat traffic in the area. Facilities available at the site include parking, toilets, and a cafe, with guided tours also offered. The bay provides views of Shuna and Luing, and the location is suitable for night snorkelling.

Blackstone Bay is a shore-entry reef dive located within the Sound of Mull Wrecks. The site is suitable for beginners, offering a consistent depth of 8 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging between 5 and 10 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate seasonally, reaching a high of 16C in August and a low of 8C in February and March. Typical dive times are approximately 30 minutes. Facilities available at the site include parking, toilets, air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours. Hazards to consider include cold water, potential entanglement, and low visibility.

Bottle Dive is a shore-entry reef site located within the Sound of Mull. The topography features a reef that drops into deep water, reaching depths of 50 metres, though shallower sections remain accessible for recreational diving. Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 10 metres, with water temperatures fluctuating between 8 and 16 degrees Celsius. The site experiences mild currents, making it suitable for beginner divers. Due to active boat traffic in the area, divers should tow a surface marker buoy throughout the entire dive. Parking is available on site to facilitate gear preparation and entry. Divers can expect to encounter a variety of temperate marine life typical of the region.

Anchor Point in the Sound of Mull offers a versatile shore dive featuring three distinct areas composed of walls, pinnacles, and boulders. The site provides a range of depths from 5m to 30m, with an average of 18m, making it suitable for beginners. Divers can navigate gently sloping bottoms or explore the more complex vertical structures. Entry is via the shore, with convenient parking available nearby. Conditions include mild currents and visibility ranging from 3m to 8m. Water temperatures fluctuate between 8C and 16C throughout the year, requiring appropriate thermal protection for the cold water environment.

Gallanach Reef is a granite rock formation rising from a depth of 9 metres to 1.5 metres below the surface. This site features a wall and reef topography suitable for beginner divers and navigation practice. Located within the Sound of Mull, the area offers sheltered waters, though divers should remain aware of boat traffic and potential current. Shore access is available, with high tides providing the easiest entry and improved visibility. The average depth is 10 metres, with a typical dive duration of 40 minutes. Facilities including parking, toilets, and air fills are available nearby.

Stallion Rock is a wall and reef site located in the Sound of Mull, offering a challenging dive for advanced divers. The topography drops from 20 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres. Divers must manage moderate currents and visibility ranging from 3 to 10 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 8C and 16C, making a drysuit essential. Entry is possible from both shore and boat, though shore entries require careful planning due to potential surf and shore break conditions. Divers should monitor depth gauges closely and remain alert for boat traffic when surfacing.

Heather Island offers a diverse underwater experience within the Sound of Mull, featuring a wall, a cave system, and a wreck in one location. Suitable for beginner divers, the site provides a variety of topography without significant currents. Depths range from 15 to 30 metres, with an average of 20 metres. Visibility typically varies between 5 and 10 metres. Due to water temperatures ranging from 8 to 14 degrees Celsius, a drysuit or a minimum 7mm wetsuit with hood and gloves is strongly recommended. Boat access is required for this site, and local facilities provide air fills, equipment rental, and boat charters.

Kenmore Point is a wall and reef dive located within the Sound of Mull Wrecks. The site drops from 25 to 39 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres, placing it firmly in deep-diving territory. Divers can access the site via shore or boat, with parking available on site. Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 10 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 8C and 16C, with a notable cold freshwater layer present at 6 metres. Due to the depth and cold water, careful planning of gas consumption and thermal protection is required. Divers should monitor local reports for surge and swell conditions before departure.