Ss Coila

Historic WWI British shipwreck with an intact steam boiler.

Boat Access
30m Avg Depth
35m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site presents a fascinating wreck of a British ship that met its demise during the First World War. The vessel, sunk by German submarine U-64 in 1917 while traveling from Glasgow to Livorno, is now divided into two distinct sections. A significant portion of the hull remains intact, and notably, the area where the torpedo struck retains a remarkable feature – the ship's heart, specifically its steam boiler. This provides divers with an exceptional opportunity to witness a preserved piece of maritime history. While details regarding depth are limited, exploring this wreck offers a compelling glimpse into wartime naval operations.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Poor
Macro Marine Life Fair
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

wreckdeep divehistoric wreckboat dive

Marine Life

Conger eelMoray eelScorpionfishDamselfishSpiny lobsterNudibranchs

Things to Note

Difficulty:

advanced

Maximum depth of 35 meters requires deep diving certification and experience with potential narcosis.

Hazards:
depthnarcosisentanglementboat traffic
Current Strength:

Mild

Diving Conditions

Water Temperature Now: 24.3°C

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