Lundy Island

UK marine reserve with wrecks, reefs, and friendly seals.

Boat Access
18m Avg Depth
40m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site offers an exceptional experience at Lundy Island, a statutory marine nature reserve located at the mouth of the Bristol Channel. The island’s unique location creates a fascinating mix of waters – cool, clear oceanic currents from the Gulf Stream combine with warmer Mediterranean influences. The journey to Lundy takes approximately one hour and provides opportunities for wildlife sightings such as dolphins, porpoises, and seals. Around 40 diverse dive sites await exploration, including wrecks, reefs, drop-offs, and pinnacles. Divers can also enjoy close encounters with the island’s friendly and interactive seal population. The visibility in these waters is excellent due to the clean currents.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

wreckwall divedrift divewide anglebeginner friendlystrong currents

Marine Life

Grey SealBallan WrasseCuckoo WrassePollackLobsterEdible CrabJewel AnemonePink Sea FanSpiny Starfish

Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Offers over 40 diverse sites, from shallow reefs to deeper wrecks and drop-offs suitable for all certifications.

Hazards:
currentdepthboat traffic
Current Strength:

Variable

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