This dive site offers a unique experience beginning with an entry from a rocky beach. Divers descend onto a pristine white sand seabed, marked by the intriguing presence of bubbling geothermal gas vents. The area is characterized by rock formations and kelp forests located on both sides, providing habitat for various marine life. You’ll find lump fish, butterfish, and flatfish sheltering in these areas at relatively shallow depths – approximately 300 meters. A black sand drop-off awaits after navigating a maze of substantial kelp. Keep an eye out along the sandy slope; shrimp heads frequently emerge, observing the passing activity.
Óttarstaðavegur
Icelandic shore dive with geothermal vents and rich kelp forests.
Shore Access
12m Avg Depth
20m Max Depth
About this dive site
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Plan Your Visit
shore divecold waterkelp forestgeothermalmacro photographywide anglerock formationsandy bottom
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Requires dry suit proficiency and experience with cold water diving.
Hazards:
cold waterrocky entryentanglement
Current Strength:
Mild
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