Barrel of Butter Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–20.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

40 minAvg dive time

June, July, AugustBest months

10.0–15.0 °CWater (summer)

5.0–10.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Barrel of Butter is a renowned dive site located in the Scapa Flow area of the Orkney Isles, Scotland. It is famous for its unique underwater topography and marine life, making it a popular spot for divers of various skill levels.

The dive features a mix of rocky outcrops and sandy bottoms, with opportunities to see a variety of marine species. Divers can explore interesting formations and possibly encounter wrecks in the surrounding area.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–20.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 10.0–15.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 5.0–10.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
rock sand Suggest edit

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Wide-angle shots of the underwater landscape, macro photography of marine life

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