Best dive sites in Iceland
Europe · North Atlantic · 1 dive sites reviewed · best Year-round
Iceland offers one of the most unusual dives on the planet: Silfra, a fissure between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates filled with crystal-clear glacial water. The visibility is exceptional, making it a bucket-list drift and cave-style dive, though the water is very cold year-round. Diving here requires a drysuit and is combined with the island's dramatic volcanic scenery.
Diving in Iceland: the essentials
We've ranked 1 dive site in Iceland, averaging 3.8/5 across the set. Our top pick, Silfra Fissure, scores 3.8/5 — Drift diving with visibility up to 100 m — a great fit for most divers..
Conditions are strongest in Year-round.
A realistic travel budget in Iceland works out to about $259/day per person — see the cost breakdown below for the full picture.
Local food
Fresh cod and haddock, lamb, and the ever-present geothermal hot-pool ritual.
Local culture
Iceland is English-friendly, safety-conscious and laid-back amid dramatic nature. Hot pools (from the famous lagoon to local ones) are a daily ritual.
Typical travel cost
Average daily cost per person
A one-week trip costs about $1810 per person, based on real traveler spending.
Source: BudgetYourTrip — real traveler expenses, not a fixed rate.
Silfra Fissure
Drift diving with visibility up to 100 m — a great fit for most divers.
