OLIVA
Why dive here
OLIVA is a wreck dive in Stavanger & Rogaland, Norway. Water ranges 4-17°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Oliva, a carrier vessel sunk by an engine room explosion in 1971, offers a substantial dive in the chilly Norwegian waters. Lying at 25 metres, its 97-metre length means you’ll need more than one dive to properly explore the whole thing. The hull provides plenty of nooks and crannies for cod and pollock to shelter, and we often spot wolf fish tucked away in darker corners. Due to its status as a "dangerous wreck" and the depth, this is one for experienced divers comfortable with cold water and deeper wreck penetration if done with a guide.
Typical OLIVA 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 25m - 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 14°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 OLIVA
OLIVA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for OLIVA, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (58.21, 8.06) (34km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
14°C
56°F · Range: 10.4–15.7°C
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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