

Best for beginner divers, 7-55m, shore entry.
Kerid is a freshwater dive site located within a volcanic crater in southwest Iceland. Divers experience a geological environment inside a flooded caldera with depths ranging from 7 to 15 metres. Visibility typically reaches up to 15 metres. The site offers a calm environment suitable for beginners to practice buoyancy and trim. Shore entry is straightforward, with parking and toilets available on site. Due to water temperatures ranging between 6 and 12 degrees Celsius, a drysuit with thermal undergarments is essential for all divers. The site is accessible year-round, though divers should check for local access restrictions near the crater rim before planning a dive.
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A drysuit and proper thermal undergarments are essential given the near-constant cold water, so do not attempt this site in a wetsuit unless you have significant cold-water tolerance. The site is accessible year-round, but check locally for any tourist access restrictions around the crater rim before gearing up.
Drive Route 35 between Selfoss and Geysir. The crater is signed on the west side of the road. There is a large parking lot.
Recorded at this site
Depth
7-55m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
6-12°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
30 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug
Yes, the site provides a calm environment without currents, making it suitable for beginners to focus on buoyancy and trim.
Depths at this site range from 7 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Kerid is a shore entry site.
Water temperatures range from 6 to 12 degrees Celsius year-round, requiring the use of a drysuit.
The primary hazard at this site is the cold water, which necessitates appropriate thermal protection.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Kerid in Selfoss. Water temperatures range from 6°C to 12°C.
The best months to visit Kerid in Selfoss are June, July, and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.