Outer Breakwater and Craw Row, Port Erin

Port Erin, once a sleepy fishing village, is still a popular destination for vacationers seeking a sandy beach, breathtaking scenery, spectacular sunsets over the bay, and, above all, the undersea world. On a low tide, the old T-blocks create a very sheltered bay, as the old outer breakwater lies ruined beneath the water. One of the main reasons why many Open Water divers begin their new adventure here is because of this. Except for the W to SW winds, which can reduce visibility, Port Erin's local dive, affectionately known as crab row, is protected from most weather.

In Port Erin, you can see conger eels, cuckoo, as well as plenty of tompots hiding in the holes. This site comes alive at night with squat lobsters feeding along the seabed, and if you're lucky, you might see a few small bright orange octopus. However, you should be cautious when diving because there is a lot of fishing line on the seabed that you should avoid touching because there may be fish hooks caught in the line waiting to snag a passing diver. This is unquestionably one of the most beautiful dive sites in the Isle of Man.