Scuba dive in a glass of champagne
A unique diving experience
Scuba dive in the bubbles of a geothermal hot spring, similar to a champagne glass.
Our private tours include a private guide, the diving tour, all necessary equipment for diving and hot coco and cookies after the tour.
All divers on this Private Diving Tour must have dry suit diving certification OR 10 logged dry suit dives within two years of the Silfra tour date. These 10 dives must be confirmed with written proof signed by a diving instructor.
In case you do not fulfill these requirements, you can take PADI Dry Suit Diver Certification Course (or equivalent) before coming to Iceland. Or you can also take the Dry Suit Diver Course & Diving Silfra 2-Day Package here with us in Iceland! Alternatively, you can also Snorkel in private instead of scuba diving.
The structure of your Diving Tour
The Private Diving Tour includes one dive which will take about 30-40 minutes, with a maximum depth of 18 meters.
Your guide will give you a detailed briefing of the dive site and will then assist you in setting up our dive equipment. We use high quality BARE and Aqualung brand SCUBA equipment and APEX or Aqualung regulators.
Pick up and transfer
If you have your own transportation, you can meet us directly at Seltún geothermal area. Depending on the direction of the wind, you might then already smell the nearby hot springs.
If you choose the pick up option, your private guide will pick you up and drop you off at your location in Reykjavík. During the one-hour drive, your guide will provide you with background information about the unique geology and cultural history of Iceland.
At Lake Kleifarvatn
Kleifarvatn is a lake in the stunning landscape of Reykjanes peninsula, only a short drive away from the new volcano in Geldingadalir. Your briefing will take place on the shores of the lake.
At the lake’s entry point, you can already see the white and yellow sulfur deposits on the lake floor and the gas emanating from below the lake’s floor.
In the center area of the hot springs is a wide caldera that releases large amounts of warm water and gases. When entering into this space, you may have the feeling of diving into a gentle earthquake because the air bubbles coming out of the ground create pressure that causes the rocks to vibrate. Divers can feel these vibrations deep into their bones if the activity is strong enough that day.
When back on land we will enjoy some refreshments at the shore before moving on to Seltún, a nearby high temperature geothermal area on land. In Seltún we will walk along the boiling mud pots and colorful sulfur deposits before saying our goodbyes.
If you want to experience diving among the hot springs Lake Kleifarvatn, this is the experience for you.
Tour Details
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Private guide
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Available on request. Start times that fit your schedule, day or night
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1 May - 30 September
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Approx. 2 hours at the site, 4 hours with pick up and transfer
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Pick up can be arranged for an extra fee
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For up to 3 divers
Included
- Private guide
- 1 guided dive
- A start time that fits your needs, avoiding the crowds
- All necessary dive equipment
- Hot chocolate and cookies after the dive
- Photos from the tour
Please bring
- Your SCUBA dive certification card (PADI Open Diver Water or equivalent)
- Proof of dry suit diving certification OR written proof from a diving instructor of 10 logged dry suit dives within two years of tour date
- Long underwear
- Thick socks
- Suitable clothes for the weather of the day
This tour is in the area of the volcanic eruptions in Reykjanes peninsula. We are not operating this tour until further notice. This tour is depending availability. If we are able to go on the requested date and time, we will confirm the booking and send you a payment link for the total amount. You choose the day you want to go on this page, then choose the location and start time on the next page.
Safety requirements
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be a certified diver at the level of PADI Open Water Diver or equivalent
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have dry suit diving certification and a logged dry suit dive within two years of the Silfra tour date OR have at least 10 logged dry suit dives within two years of the Silfra tour date and be able to provide written proof from a diving instructor of these dry suit dives PDF
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have read, signed, and followed directions on the online Diving Medical Statement PDF
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have our Diving Medical form signed off by a doctor if they are age 60 or older PDF
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sign our liability release form at the start of the dive tour PDF
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be at minimum 150cm / maximum 200cm
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be at minimum 45kg / maximum 120kg
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fit within our dry suit size chart PDF
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be at least 17 years of age (signature of legal guardian required for under 18 year old participants)
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be physically fit
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be able to communicate in English
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be ready to wear a sometimes tight & constricting dry suit
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not be pregnant
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eat well before the tour
Timeline of your tour
Your bookable extras
Experience the tour
Guides on this tour
You might be guided by one of these nice guys
You will dive here
Frequently asked questions about our Private Hot spring Diving Tour
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Can I bring my own dive equipment?
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Yes of course! You are welcome to bring your own dive equipment to Iceland. Just make sure that your dive equipment is serviced and rated for cold-water diving. As a standard, we use DIN cylinders; please let us know in advance if you require a different set-up for your dive equipment, and we will do our best to satisfy your request.
Please note, we do not offer any discount on the equipment that you might bring. DIVE.IS does not take any responsibility for any equipment you may bring on the tour.
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Can I get a pickup/drop off at the Blue Lagoon or Keflavík Airport?
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We unfortunately do not offer transportation outside of Reykjavík central area. If you are however going to/coming from the Blue Lagoon or Keflavík Airport, we can pick you up/drop you off at the BSI bus terminal in Reykjavík.
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Do you pick me up at my hotel or do I need to come to a pick up point?
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We will either pick you up at your hotel in central/downtown Reykjavik, or, if you are staying on either Hverfisgata or Laugavegur we will pick you up at a designated pick up location If you are however staying outside of Reykjavik, you will unfortunately need to arrange your own transport into Reykjavik, preferably to the BSI bus station, where we will then pick you up. You can then of course also meet us in the National Park Thingvellir if you have your own transport.
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When is the best time to dive in Iceland?
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Each season has its own pros and cons. Spring and fall are best for those who like to stay out of the crowds. While we dive in small groups, some of the on-land sites we visit are popular among your run-of-the-mill tourists and, frankly, can get a little crowded, although we do know of quite a few out-of-the-way gems. Late spring you'll see the vegetation come alive and the birds and the bees buzzing by with excitement. The autumn colors of the turning leaves are definitely something to behold, and the weather is often calm and the air crisp. Summer is the busiest season and for a good reason. It's the warmest and most lush time of the year with nature in full bloom.
For the diving tours, the main difference between the seasons is that in the summer (April-October), we have all the dive sites available, whereas in the winter (November-March) we only have the Silfra dive site available, and occasionally Daviðsgjá. All the other dive sites are sadly not available due to road closures (ice and snow), and the water is frozen over or unsafe conditions.
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