Æðaklettar

Good diving all year

Protected Area

Breiðafjörður

Why dive here

Æðaklettar is a reef dive where divers can encounter dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, orcas and seals & sea lions. Water ranges 2-13°C, warmest July, August, September.

Best timeYear-round

WetsuitA drysuit

Marine lifeDwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales, Orcas and Seals & Sea Lions

Water2-13°C · warmest July, August, September

CharacterReef dive

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

Æðaklettar offers a different perspective in Silfra, a compact dive around a submerged volcanic island. You'll navigate a small reef, observing the unique geological formations up close. This site is a good option for those looking for something a bit less open than the main Silfra crack, better suited to divers who appreciate unique topography over abundant marine life.

Safety Notes

Cold water this month (avg 8°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.

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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Æðaklettar

Æðaklettar Ocean Conditions

Monthly averages for Æðaklettar, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (64.16, -21.83) (32km away)