Diving in Orkney Isles

Towards the end of WWI, in 1919, there were no less than 52 ships and submarines that were part of the German fleet sunk in this area of Scapa Flow, right off the Orkney Islands. While many of these ships have been salvaged and brought to the surface in the last century, there are plenty of remaining wrecks to explore. It is an amazing underwater time capsule of the military history of WW I. The currents are strong here (hence the name) so less experienced divers should be careful.

Dive Sites in Orkney Isles

The descriptions provided here are intended as general information and personal experiences related to specific dive sites and locations and should not be construed as definitive advice or recommendations. Before diving, please confirm that diving is permitted at your chosen location, and comply with all relevant local laws, regulations, and posted signage. The responsibility for verifying the legality of the dive and assessing any associated risks rests entirely with you.