When most people first consider learning to dive, they imagine themselves in tropical, warm waters, but with miles of coastline, glorious wildlife and a rich maritime history, Scotland offers some of the most scenic and exciting dives in the world. Whether you’re a complete novice looking to start a new hobby and you want to ‘test the waters’ with a fun dive experience, you’ve tried an introductory dive on holiday and want to explore more, or you’re an experienced scuba diver seeking advanced certifications and adventure – exhilarating and memorable dive experiences can be found at PADI Dive Centres located across Scotland. The waters around Scotland are home to Marine Protected Areas, historic shipwrecks and hundreds of varieties of marine life ranging from crustaceans, conger eels, seahorses and octopuses, to jellyfish, seals, dolphins, and even sharks.
PADI, the world’s largest diving organisation give their top tips on Scotland’s best dive destinations. Scapa Flow, Scotland In 1919, at least 52 vessels of the German fleet were scuttled in Scapa Flow on the Orkney Islands off Scotland’s Northern coast. Many have been salvaged over the years, but the remaining wrecks provide an eerie reminder of turn-of-the-century naval technology and have become some of the most famous wreck sites in the world.
Wreck dives here include three 177m/580ft battleships and four 155m/510ft cruisers. Scapa has something for everyone. Blockships, old sailing ships, fishing vesse.
