

Best for advanced divers, 20-26m, shore & boat entry, extreme current.
Saltstraumen is a high-energy drift and wall dive located in one of the strongest tidal straits on the planet. Divers navigate walls that drop to depths of 20 to 26 metres. Due to extreme currents, dives must be timed precisely around slack water, and boat access is required. Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres depending on the tidal phase. Water temperatures fluctuate between 5 and 14 degrees Celsius, necessitating the use of a dry suit and hood year-round. This site is suitable only for advanced divers capable of managing strong current conditions. Always confirm current strength with your boat captain before entry.
67.23048, 14.61062
Coordinate your entry precisely around slack water with your dive operator, as even a few minutes' misjudgement puts you in current that is unmanageable at any fitness level. A drysuit and hood are strongly recommended regardless of the summer air temperature, given water as cold as 5 degrees Celsius at depth.
Located about 30 minutes from Bodo city center. Accessible by car via Route 80 and Route 812, or by bus line 200.
Recorded at this site
Depth
20-26m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Shore & Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
5-14°C
Current
Extreme
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Aug, Oct
No, this site is intended for advanced divers only due to the extreme currents present in the strait.
The site features walls that drop to depths between 20 and 26 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Boat access is required to reach the dive site safely.
August and October offer the most favourable conditions for diving at this location.
The site is subject to extreme rip and strong currents, as well as deep water and surf conditions. Divers must remain in contact with the dive vessel throughout the drift.
Diving at Saltstraumen in Bodo requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Saltstraumen in Bodo. Water temperatures range from 5°C to 14°C.
Saltstraumen in Bodo is known for extreme currents. Only very experienced divers should attempt this dive, and only under favourable conditions.
Visibility at Saltstraumen in Bodo typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.