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Giralda

Orkney, United Kingdom
Depth
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230ft
Visibility
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49ft - 148ft
Entry
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boat
Experience Level
Advanced

About Giralda

The Giralda was a beautiful Steamship that sank after being under heavy air attack from German Bombers. When she sank, she took her crew with her. Due to this wrecks location, its one of the less dived sites in Orkney. Here you will find many interesting artifacts as well as an abundance in marine and coral life.

Giralda Dive Info: Key Characteristics and Details

Unit Settings

Terrain and Features: Wreck, Deep, Reef
Entry Type:Boat
Max Depth:70m
Visibility Range:15m - 45m
Experience Level:Advanced
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Marine Life

  • Various

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