VIKARTINDUR - Silfra & Thingvellir

Vikartindur isn't your typical Iceland dive. Forget the clear, cold embrace of Silfra for a moment; this is an unexpected wreck, grounded in a powerful storm back in '97. We love that it’s such a tangible piece of history, a real story of the sea’s raw power. Dropping down, the sheer scale hits you first. A 132-meter container ship, pushed right up against the shore, its hull torn open in places. You’re not just seeing a wreck; you’re seeing the force that put it there. We’ve found the stern section particularly interesting, with its twisted metal and the sense of a machine utterly overwhelmed. Visibility can be a bit variable here, depending on surge, but on a good day, the light plays through the gaps in the superstructure, illuminating the shadowy interior. It's an imposing dive, full of stark beauty, and definitely suits divers who appreciate a wreck with a proper narrative.

Location
Silfra & Thingvellir, Iceland, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
63.758335, -20.808332
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
20m

Best Time to Dive in Silfra & Thingvellir

The warmest water temperatures in Silfra & Thingvellir occur in August, averaging 12.2°C. The coolest conditions are in February at 3.7°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 3.9°C
  • February: 3.7°C
  • March: 4.4°C
  • April: 5.9°C
  • May: 7.8°C
  • June: 10.1°C
  • July: 11.8°C
  • August: 12.2°C
  • September: 10.5°C
  • October: 8.0°C
  • November: 6.0°C
  • December: 4.6°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Silfra & Thingvellir

Nearest Dive Centres to VIKARTINDUR

Marine Life in Silfra & Thingvellir

Home to 30 recorded species including 8 seagrass & algae, 6 whales & dolphins, 6 reef fish, 3 clams & mussels, 3 sea snails & nudibranchs, 1 other.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for VIKARTINDUR

Based on average water temperature of 7.4°C, currents 4 cm/s.

  • Drysuit - water at 7°C demands a drysuit with thermal undergarments
  • Hood & Gloves (7mm+) - critical to prevent heat loss
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories