Diving/snorkeling FAQ 1: Is snorkeling and diving in Iceland cold?
This may be the issue that everyone is most concerned about. Is the water cooling in Iceland cold?
To be honest, it's really not warm. Therefore, to participate in snorkeling and diving activities in Iceland, we mainly use dry diving suits (dry diving suits).
A dry diving suit is like a big suit, which separates the diver's body from the water and keeps him dry. Under the dry diving suit, divers can also wear warm clothes to strengthen their resistance to cold.
Question 2: How to choose dry clothes or wet clothes?
The corresponding dry diving suit is a wet diving suit, which is wet.
Suit, this diving suit will get wet after entering the water. Compared with dry clothes, these two kinds of diving suits have their own advantages and disadvantages. The dry diving suit keeps warm, but the diver has limited room to move after wearing it, while the wet diving suit is not very warm, but the diver can have more free room to move.
Question 3: What's the difference between snorkeling and diving?
In Iceland, snorkeling is snorkeling, which is "snorkeling". Divers can use snorkeling to float and swim on the surface without sinking into the water, while scuba diving is diving.
Diving, also known as "scuba diving", divers go deep into the water with respirators. In contrast, diving is more difficult and demanding than snorkeling. If conditions permit, basically everyone can take part in snorkeling. If you have heart and lung diseases, or can't adapt to the underwater environment and stay calm in the water, it is recommended not to participate in any snorkeling or diving events, or consult a doctor before participating, and bring a doctor's certificate.
Question 4: Can I snorkel in Iceland without swimming?
If you can't swim, you can't take part in snorkeling and diving. After signing up for the snorkeling and diving tour in Sforrak, visitors will receive a document called "DivingandSnorkelling".
insilfraissure:AHandbooktoPrepareYouforyour
Adventure, that is, the guide to silk floating diving and snorkeling, will introduce the whole process of silk floating diving, including the introduction of big cracks, how to wear dry diving suits and other information.
At the same time, there will be a questionnaire in this manual that participants need to fill in, indicating whether they felt uncomfortable when they participated in such activities before, whether they could not adapt to the cold underwater environment, and whether they had lung diseases. If they meet any symptoms, they need to get a formal medical certificate from the doctor in advance before they can take part in the tour. You can consult the tour operator for details.
Question 5: What are the requirements for snorkeling and diving in Iceland?
PS: In order to ensure the safety of tourists, the Icelandic tourism department stipulates that divers must have dry-clothes diving experience in addition to PADI (or equivalent qualification) open water diving certificate, which can be nearly two years 10 or hold PADI (or equivalent qualification) dry-clothes diving certificate.
(drysuitspecialitycertification).
If you want to dive in Iceland, but you only have an open water diving certificate and no dry clothes diving experience, please contact us. We may be able to provide you with a two-day dry-clothes diving course +Shifera diving, and complete your dream of diving in Shifera while obtaining a dry-clothes diving certificate.
The six best diving/snorkeling sites in Iceland 1. Snorkeling/diving
Silk floating crack can be said to be the most famous snorkeling and diving place in Iceland. Its underwater world is unparalleled, pure, transparent and colorful, and it is also recognized as one of the best diving places in the world.
Recommended reason: The water in the cracks in Sivlora comes from the glacial meltwater of Lange Glacier. It takes about a century for molten water to reach the entrance of the Sivlora fracture from the glacier. During this long time, the molten water has been fully purified, so the water in the cracks in Sivlora is extremely clear and can be directly drunk, which is considered to be the purest water in the world. North America and Asia and Europe meet here and slowly split. Snorkeling here will have a unique experience of left-handed America and right-handed Europe.
Location: The West Fula Rift is located in Sinville National Park. Sinville national park
Park) is one of the three major scenic spots in Iceland's Golden Circle, about 60 kilometers away from Reykjavik, the capital, and is recognized as a world cultural heritage by UNESCO.
It is suggested that the water temperature in the silky cracks is kept at 2℃~ 4℃ all the year round, and the pure glacier melt water can refract sunlight like crystal. In summer, the midnight sun shines on the water, making the color in the cracks as bright as a rainbow. In winter, the air outside is cold, even the temperature drops below zero, and the water temperature here can still make people feel a little comfortable and relatively warm.
2.Davíesgjá)- Diving
David's crack (David's
The net depth of fracture can reach 2 1 m, which is deeper and darker than Sifra. This mysterious fissure water area has a unique attraction. Although not as famous as Sifula, it is very popular with Icelanders.
Highlight: There are all kinds of salmon under David's Fist, which can hardly be seen in Sfula Fist. Diving here, you can get in close contact with these fish and get a wonderful experience.
Location: David's fissure is hidden in Tingvallavatn, Iceland's largest freshwater lake, where the Xifula fissure finally meets.
Tip: Because David's crack is 7 meters below the water surface, you need to dive for a short time to reach its entrance. In the early diving process, the water quality may not be as good as that of silk, but after reaching deeper, you can see the crystal clear underwater picture, just like the blue version of the American Grand Canyon.
3.Strytan- diving
Strytan was discovered by diver ErlendurEogason in 1997, and became a nature reserve in 200 1 year with his efforts.
Recommended reason: Strytan is the only "hot chimney" that divers can reach in the world at present, but usually this geological phenomenon can only be found in the underwater zone with a depth of 2000 meters. The formation of the "hot chimney" is closely related to the wonderful geological activities under Stretan: the hot water continuously ejected by the underwater geothermal fountain meets the cold seawater, which condenses the minerals in the geothermal water. After a long period of accumulation, this 55-meter-high "hot chimney" is formed, and its highest point can reach 15 meters below the water surface. Because of the warm environment, algae and fish here are also very rich and prosperous. If you come here to dive, you will be very happy to come here.
Location: In the island fjord outside Kireri in northern Iceland (Eyjafj? Reur, also translated as Eyjafjord).
Tip: Strytan current is very fast, so diving here must be certified as a senior open water diver and have excellent floating control ability to adapt to the environment.
4. Cricket diving from the wreckage of the oil tanker El grillo.
I believe many friends know the wreckage of the plane on the famous black beach in Solheima, and this time we are going to talk about the wreckage of the oil tanker Cricket, which is underwater.
Location: The wreckage of the Cricket is located 45 meters below the sea surface of Sezfize in eastern Iceland.
Highlight: Cricket is an English oil tanker. During World War II, 1944 was sunk by German warplanes on February 10, which was one of the few wars that happened near Iceland in history. The oil in the tanker was completely cleaned up in 2002, and this sunken ship became one of the best diving places.
Tip: Considering the depth and other factors, you need to hold an advanced open water diver's license to dive here.
5. littera-Snorkeling
Littera River is located in the north of Iceland, where the depth is only 7 meters, so it is only suitable for snorkeling. Its name means "small river".
Highlight: The most special thing about littera is that the water here is warm. Because of the geothermal activity under the river bed, the river water is heated, so the water temperature here can reach 17 degrees. Looking down when snorkeling, you will see the volcanic black sand at the bottom of the river bed, and the visual effect is quite strange.
Tip: If you want to experience snorkeling in Litlaá River, you must do your homework in advance and design the route to see how it can be better combined with your overall itinerary.
6. Galere diving
Location: Galere, which means "Garden", is located at the northeast end of Reykjavik Peninsula. It takes about 1 hour to drive from Reykjavik. If you want to experience ocean diving, this is a good choice.
Highlight: Do you think diving in inland rivers and lakes is not exciting enough? Then you can also come here to experience ocean diving. The rich marine flora and fauna on the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean will definitely open your eyes, and corals can be seen underwater.
In addition to what we mentioned in the article, there are many places worth exploring for snorkeling and diving in Iceland, such as Bjarnagjá near the Blue Lagoon, Kleifarvatn in Reykjanes Peninsula, the western fjord, Nesgjá near Strytan in the north and so on.
Experienced snorkeling and diving guide Michael
Chapman once said that as a diving guide, he witnessed too many surprises brought by snorkeling and diving, and they were deeply impressed by the strange underwater world. The nervousness and uneasiness before launching were diluted by the shocking scenery and turned into strength and courage. Perhaps this is the miracle of Iceland's nature.