S.S. Illyrian Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

40 minAvg dive time

June, July, August, SeptemberBest months

12.0–16.0 °CWater (summer)

8.0–10.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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This site contains the wreck of the S.S. Illyrian, a steamship lost off Cape Clear Island in 1884.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 12.0–16.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 8.0–10.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

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

Photo tips

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Bring a wide-angle lens for the wreck; consider lighting for low visibility.

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