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Benwee Head

Benwee Head

County Mayo, Ireland

Depth
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30m

Visibility
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6m - 18m

Entry
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Shore

Experience Level

Advanced


About Benwee Head

This dive is primarily a lot of gullies and rock features,there is also an option to dive East of the area if conditions aren't suitable here.Depths can reach 30m in places and there is lots of marine life in the area.Another option is to head out to just off French Port where you can find some amazing diving if you are an experienced diver.

Benwee Head Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Other, Rock

Entry Type

Shore

Max Depth

30m

Visibility Range

6m 18m

Experience Level

Advanced

Best Gas

21% – 35%

O2
Marine Life

  • Various
Weather Conditions

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