CLAM

Good diving all year

Protected Area

Eldey

Why dive here

CLAM is a wreck 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

CharacterWreck dive · max 50m

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

Forget everything you think you know about diving in Iceland. CLAM isn't Silfra’s crystal clarity; this is a proper wreck dive, and it’s a big one. The tanker, sunk back in 1950, stretches out at 134 metres, offering plenty of structure to explore. We’ve found the stern section particularly interesting, with some of the plating collapsing inwards, creating cool swim-throughs if you're comfortable with overhead environments. The currents here can be a bit frisky, so check the conditions before you go, but the rewards are worth it, with decent visibility on good days revealing the scale of this maritime relic.

Typical CLAM Dive Profile

Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

Safety Notes

Maximum depth 50m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.

Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

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

Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

Today06:0816:2910h 20m daylightGolden hour 15:22

Nearest Dive Centres to CLAM

Dive shops near CLAM

DIVEICELAND.COM

View all dive centres in Silfra & Thingvellir

Reviews for CLAM

Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for CLAM

CLAM Ocean Conditions

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