COMBINED LARGE & SMALL GEOTHERMAL CHIMNEY TOUR

Location : Eyafjörður fjord, Akureyri

We start off sailing from the tiny village of Hjalteyri, on the west coast of Eyajförður to the Larger chimney, a relaxing 30 minutes sail. In this dive we will explore the geothermal cones and get a chance observe sea anemones, colourful sea urchins, several types of nudibranch mollusks, schools of cod, lumpfish, and many other species who find shelter in and around the chimneys. The diving depth is 25-30 meters with a minimum depth of 15 meters. The water temperature near the top of the chimney can reach 76 C but for most of the dive we will be in 5 C to 8 C water ( in summer).

Smaller chimney scuba dive-

After visiting the Larger chimney the heading is north-west to the Smaller chimney. Beside the above mentioned marine animals, we will also get a chance to see the illusive wolf fish which loves to hide out around the base of the smaller chimneys. Maximum depth is around 25 to 30 meters and minimum depth is 16 meters. During the 45 minute sail back to the harbour, we will enjoy a light lunch of sandwiches and hot chocolate.

Availability : year round

Diving skill : advanced scuba diving skills with experience in dry suit diving and boat diving.*

*Please see our page Diving in iceland

Estimated tour duration : 4-5 hours**

Minimum participants : 2

Includes : 2 dives, hotel pick-up and drop-off in Akureyri or Húsavík, all equipment, a local experienced dive guide, lunch onboard.

You Need to Bring : A diving certification from any recognized diving organization, warm long underwear and thick socks.

Price pr diver : 45.000 ISK

** overall tour and dive times are approximate and depend on weather conditions and other factors, please read terms

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Photo and videographers love this place.

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Difficult to photograph but rewarding when the results

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Note:

In order to get the most out of your scuba diving experience in Iceland we recommend that all participants come well prepared. Having a good hearty breakfast the morning of your scuba dive will give you the energy you need for the dive. Also, if you have only used a wetsuit we recommend that you acclimatize yourself with dry suit diving first! If you have not had previous dry suit experience we offer the possibility of dry suit testing before you dive. * for a small fee

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