Best for advanced divers, 28-45m, boat entry, moderate current.
The Ell Grillo is a shipwreck located off the coast of Iceland, resting at depths between 28 and 45 metres. This site is strictly for advanced divers due to the deep profile and consistently cold water temperatures, which range from 3°C to 6°C. Divers must access the wreck by boat. Conditions include moderate currents and visibility typically between 5 and 10 metres. Given the remote location and challenging environment, drysuits and redundant thermal protection are essential. The structure of the wreck allows for both exterior surveys and penetration, though the low visibility and depth require careful monitoring and advanced cold-water diving experience.
65.04665, -13.98010
Confirm charter arrangements and gas availability well in advance, as facilities near this remote stretch of coastline are not fixed. Redundant thermal protection and a primary torch are non-negotiable at these depths and temperatures.
The wreck is a 5-10 minute boat ride from the main town of Seyðisfjörður.
Recorded at this site
Depth
28-45m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
3-6°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Jun, Sep
No nearby dive sites found within 50km.
No, this site is intended for advanced divers only due to the depth, cold water, and moderate currents.
The wreck lies at depths ranging from 28 to 45 metres.
No, boat access is required to reach the Ell Grillo shipwreck.
The main hazards are the deep profile and the extremely cold water temperatures.
Divers should use a drysuit, redundant thermal protection, and a primary torch.
Diving at El Grillo in Seyðisfjörður requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit El Grillo in Seyðisfjörður are June and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at El Grillo in Seyðisfjörður. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at El Grillo in Seyðisfjörður typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
