The Cletts And The Darro

A seal sanctuary The Cletts, one of the best dive sites in the Isle of Man, provide excellent views for relaxing and swimming. The wreck of the Darro is nearby. A small steamship that ran aground in 1901 while transporting coal. The boiler is only 6-8 metres below the surface, but the majority of the wreck is covered in kelp. Seal interactions are common in this area, but keep in mind that they can be extremely protective of children.

If you're just looking for seal interactions, the best way to do this dive is to decend and hold on to the kelp at around 4/5 meters deep. The seals are naturally inquisitive and will happily come closer to inspect you if given enough time, but keep your distance. Although the animals appear to be as cuddly as dogs, keep in mind that they are wild and extremely unpredictable. Please avoid grabbing, touching, or chasing them, and always allow them to come to you. Seals frequently attack when provoked. Because the currents here can be quite strong, the best times to visit the seals are usually around slack tide.