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Farne Islands

Northumberland, United Kingdom
★ 4.0 (1 review)
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All levels

Dive with playful grey seal pups in beautiful scenery.

Boat Access
15m Avg Depth
30m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is sure to be a highlight for many divers. It offers the chance to encounter playful grey seal pups, often referred to as "underwater puppies." The area boasts beautiful scenery and promises something enjoyable for all experience levels. Dive amongst these adorable animals and appreciate the natural beauty of the location.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Excellent
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Good Viz
Famousness Famous

Plan Your Visit

sealsanimal encountercold waterkelp forestrocky reefbeginner friendlywide angle

Marine Life

Grey SealBallan wrasseCuckoo wrassePollockLobsterEdible crabNudibranchJewel anemoneDead man's fingers

Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

The area offers a variety of shallow and deeper sites.

Hazards:
currentcold waterboat traffic
Current Strength:

Variable

Diving Conditions

Water Temperature Now: 13.4°C

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