

Best for intermediate divers, 5-25m, shore & boat entry, strong current.
Skodjestraumen is a tidal strait drift dive near Ålesund, Norway, characterised by strong currents that carry divers through a channel ranging from 5 to 25 metres deep. The site features current-swept walls and bottom topography, with visibility typically between 10 and 30 metres. Due to the strong currents, which can exceed safe limits at peak flow, divers must consult tidal tables and plan for a short drift window. A surface marker buoy is essential for tracking. Shore and boat entries are both possible, and parking is available. Water temperatures range from 5 to 14 degrees Celsius, requiring a drysuit or a well-rated wetsuit.
62.50153, 6.62475
Check the tidal tables carefully before you dive, as the current here can exceed safe limits at peak flow, and the window for a comfortable drift is relatively short. A surface marker buoy is essential so your surface cover can track your position as you move through the strait.
Located in Skodje municipality northeast of Ålesund. Follow E39 and take the exit to RV551.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-25m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
5-14°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
40 min
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the strong currents and the requirement to carefully time entries with tidal tables.
The site ranges from 5 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Both shore and boat entries are possible at this location.
Water temperatures range from 5 to 14 degrees Celsius, necessitating the use of a drysuit or a well-rated wetsuit.
A surface marker buoy is essential so that surface cover can track your position as you drift through the strait.
Diving at Skodjestraumen in Ålesund requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Skodjestraumen in Ålesund. Water temperatures range from 5°C to 14°C.