

Best for intermediate divers, 15-21m, shore entry, mild current.
Davidsgja is a freshwater dive site in Thingvellir National Park, Iceland, characterised by its underwater topography and overhead environment. Divers can reach depths between 15 and 21 metres, with visibility typically extending to 30 metres. The site features a mild current and requires a shore entry. Due to the cold water temperatures of 2 to 4 degrees Celsius and the overhead nature of the site, it is suited for intermediate divers with drysuit experience and overhead awareness. Guided tours are available for those visiting the site. The primary experience focuses on the geological structure of the fissure rather than marine life.
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The overhead environment combined with cold Icelandic water means a drysuit and prior cave or overhead awareness training will make this dive significantly safer and more comfortable. Parking is available on site, so a shore entry is straightforward once you are geared up.
Walk straight into the water from the shore.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-21m
Visibility
30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
The site reaches depths of 15 to 21 metres.
The site is rated for intermediate divers, as the overhead environment and cold water require specific drysuit and buoyancy skills.
This is a shore entry dive with parking available on site.
The water temperature remains between 2 and 4 degrees Celsius year-round, with visibility reaching 30 metres and mild currents.
Primary hazards include the cold water, depth, low visibility, and the overhead environment.
Diving at Davidsgja in Reykjavik requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Davidsgja in Reykjavik are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.