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M.V. Kowloon Bridge

3.4 — based on 12 community signals
4.2 12 especies 22 colaboradores

M.V. Kowloon Bridge is a wreck dive off Ireland offering year-round access and documented marine life observations.

⭐ Best for advanced divers.

updated 4 months ago
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Dificultad
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Vida marina
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
15.7 kn
Olas
2.3 m
Agua
13°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WSW (26%)
Now: WSW (239°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 2.41m

Próxima: Baja a las 04:00 (-0.92m)

+0.9 m0 m-1.5 m
▼ 04:00 · -0.92m ▲ 11:00 · +0.22m ▼ 17:00 · -0.94m ▲ 00:00 · +0.11m Ahora +0.2m
Vie 18Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24
UV2.5 · low Aire PM2.57 · good 07:16 19:44
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-18 17.3 2.28 3 1mm
09-19 16.9 2.36 3 0mm
09-20 11.3 1.54 3 0mm
09-21 11.1 1.02 4 1mm
09-22 9.9 1.44 4 1mm
09-23 12.2 1.5 4 0mm
09-24 16.7 2.14 4 8mm

About this spot

M.V. Kowloon Bridge is a shipwreck dive site located off the coast of Ireland. The wreck attracts divers year-round, making it accessible regardless of season. With 12 recorded species observations and 3 community-contributed videos, the site has enough documentation to help divers prepare for their visit. Wreck diving requires proper training and experience. The exact depth and visibility conditions at this site should be confirmed with local dive operators before booking. Water temperature varies seasonally around Ireland, so check current conditions and wear appropriate exposure protection. The site sits outside protected marine areas, which may affect its current conservation status. Local dive shops can provide up-to-date information on conditions, recommended entry points, and any seasonal considerations. Community footage available online offers a preview of what to expect underwater. Planning a dive here means researching current conditions, tidal windows, and weather patterns typical for Irish waters. Connect with local operators who know the wreck's specific layout and hazards.

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Vida marina

Delfín mular

Tipos de buceo

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Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 1297km · ~298kg · €5

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive M.V. Kowloon Bridge?

The site is accessible year-round. However, Irish waters are coldest in winter and calmest in summer. Check local dive operators for current sea state and weather before booking.

What depth and difficulty should I expect?

Exact depth and difficulty ratings are not documented for this wreck. Contact local dive operators for specific details on water depth, current strength, and required experience level before diving.

What marine life can I see here?

12 species observations have been recorded at this site. Local dive shops and community videos can help identify which fish and marine species are commonly seen at the wreck.

How do I access M.V. Kowloon Bridge and are permits required?

Access information and permit requirements depend on the wreck's exact location and local regulations. Verify entry procedures and any necessary permissions with Irish dive operators familiar with the site.

Operadores cerca de este spot

Centros de buceo, escuelas de kite y surf en un radio de 10 km, desde OpenStreetMap.

M.V. Kowloon Bridge

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

1 registros · 1 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Halichoerus grypus

Mammalia · Phocidae
GBIF
Última observación:
29 mar 2026
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Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Dive on the Kowloon Bridge, sunken bulk carrier, Ireland

Gert Eggink

Kowloon Bridge shipwreck dive, West Cork, Ireland, August 2021

Piotr Grzegorek

Kowlon Bridge - wreck diving

boldi77

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "possibly a milk churn stand somewhere here, described on facebook as "At Killderry- serving Drishanemore and Killderry""

    b-unicycling · 2023-05-27
  • "possibly a milk churn stand here somewhere, described on facebook as "At Richard Hurleys entrance- Stags View", could be part of the left entrance wall, but not visible on mapillary"

    b-unicycling · 2023-05-27
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jul (100/100) Worst: Sep (0/100) Now: Sep (0/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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