EL GRILLO (Wreck)

El Grillo (wreck)

Dive The North would be happy to take you wreck diving!

On Feb. 10th 1944, the British oil tanker El Grillo was so badly damaged by German war planes that the captain decided to sink the tanker completely. The captain´s decision was based on fears of the damaged ship being an easy target for another attack, thereby further exposing the fjord and other ships anchored there.

Located on the east coast of Iceland, by the the town of Seyðisfjörður, the wreck lies at a maximum depth of 45 meters and 27 meters at its shallowest. The picturesque village of Seyðisfjörður is characterised by turn of the century Norwegian timber houses and steep snowy mountains that rise from the shores of the fjord.

Location : Seyðisfjörður, East Iceland

Availability : April -October
Estimated duration:
Minimum participants : 2

Includes : 2 dives on the wreck, hotel pick-up and drop-off in Akureyri, an experienced local dive guide, 2 meals in Seyðisfjörður and
lots of fun!
You need to bring : certification of PADI advanced open water or comparable certification from another recognised diving organization.
long underwear and warm socks

Price : contact us for details and booking

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

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Diving at 30m depth hovering over the aft stern

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Diver at the aft stern going to bridge so he can start ascending!

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Diver at the front stern

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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