Portroe Quarry

Portroe Quarry, located in Castletown, The Municipal District of Nenagh, County Tipperary, Munster, Ireland, is an ideal dive site for both scuba and free divers. With depths ranging from 6m to 40m and excellent visibility of around 9m, divers can enjoy captivating underwater experiences throughout the year.

The quarry boasts an array of fascinating features including submerged cars, boats, mirrors, and even an underwater internet cafe and bar, providing divers with unique and exciting sights to explore. While Portroe Quarry is primarily an artificial dive site, marine life can occasionally be found, although it may vary.

This dive site is particularly beneficial during the winter months as it allows divers to log their dives in specific depths. Additionally, the new platform now facilitates confined water dives, making it a valuable location for basic training. Atlantic Scuba Adventures frequently utilizes Portroe Quarry when sea conditions are unfavorable or occasionally organizes trips to introduce divers to new and exciting locations.

Whether you're a beginner, advanced, or expert-level diver, Portroe Quarry in Ireland offers a diverse range of underwater experiences that are sure to satisfy your diving aspirations.