SURPRISE

Good diving all year

Protected Area

Surtsey

Why dive here

SURPRISE 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 27m

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

Diving Silfra usually means the crack, but Iceland has other tricks up its sleeve. The *Surprise* wreck, a steamship that ran aground near the Vestmann Islands in '68, offers a different kind of immersion. At 27 metres, you can explore a good portion of her 54-metre hull, now well-colonised by cold-water anemones and the odd curious lumpfish. It's a deep dive, often with strong currents, so we'd suggest this for divers comfortable with those conditions. It’s an interesting counterpoint to Silfra's geological wonder, showcasing Iceland's maritime history.

Typical SURPRISE Dive Profile

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

Safety Notes

Depth of 27m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.

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.

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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SURPRISE

SURPRISE Ocean Conditions

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