West coast of Ireland - 'exploratory' diving 2006

I'm thinking about putting together a few trips to Ireland's west coast - actually to places difficult for divers to usually access. These will be fairly 'exploratory' and will involve the hiring and relocating of a hardboat - not liveaboard as this is not feasible - plus compressor, plus accommodation. My motivation is to look at places on the west coast which are still relatively lightly dived. If anyone is interested can they contact me? Bear in mind that Ireland's west coast is very weather dependant and participants need to be conversant with temperate and tidal conditions (we had a force 8~9 this year, and our basic problem was windage with the hardboat - picking us up was problematic, and waterlogging the RIB - it had to be beached before the motor gave up! - we still were able to dive though). The trip will appeal to photographers and naturalists - there are fascinating creatures to be seen.

Hi Paul,

I'm interested dates dependant. When you are thinking of doing this and which part of west coast?

TIm

Nothing is sorted yet. I have a very experienced dive operator interested in this idea - he can provide both diveboat and compressor. We are looking at potential areas to explore - one thought is Achill Island in late May/early June (when it is possible that Basking sharks may be in the area). I am also talking to other friends in Ireland about this area and others as well as accommodation and other logistics. I'll post more info as it becomes available.