Tear of Odin – A 3-Day Highland Dive Tour
Þingvellir Fissures, Highland Waters & the South Coast
Begin in the clear waters of Davíðsgjá and Silfra, then journey into Iceland’s highlands to discover the Tear of Odin.
This three-day tour combines freshwater diving, jeep travel and two nights of hotel accommodation near Kirkjubæjarklaustur. Walk your equipment through the highland landscape to the dive site, explore the Tear of Odin in one dive and return to the comfort of your hotel.
On the final day, follow the South Coast back to Reykjavík, stopping at selected sights such as Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss.
3 days · 2 nights · 3 guided dives · Reykjavík start and finish
Hotel accommodation with breakfast and private bathrooms.
The Experience
From the submerged fissures of Þingvellir to a small pool in the highlands, this tour takes you through contrasting landscapes above and below the surface.
The Tear of Odin is the centrepiece of the journey. Reaching it is part of the adventure: travel by jeep, then continue on foot with your diving equipment. One dive gives you time to explore this compact site and take in its underwater surroundings.
Stay at the same hotel for both nights, with breakfast before each day’s departure. Finish with a day dedicated to the South Coast, allowing time to enjoy the scenery on the way back to Reykjavík.
Your 3-Day Itinerary
Day 1 – Davíðsgjá, Silfra & the Journey East
2 guided freshwater dives
Leave Reykjavík and travel to Þingvellir National Park for dives at Davíðsgjá and Silfra.
Explore submerged rock formations and fissures in clear freshwater before preparing for the journey east. After diving and packing the equipment, continue along the South Coast towards Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
Arrive at your hotel in Kirkjubæjarklaustur or the surrounding area, where you will stay for two nights.
This is a full day of diving and travel, with stops coordinated around the day’s schedule.
Day 2 – Into the Highlands: Tear of Odin
1 guided freshwater dive
After breakfast, set out by jeep towards the highlands.
From the parking area, continue on foot to the Tear of Odin, carrying your diving equipment across uneven ground. Allow approximately 20 minutes or more each way, depending on conditions and the group’s pace.
At the water’s edge, prepare for the tour’s signature dive. The Tear of Odin is a small site that can be explored in a single dive, giving you time to discover its underwater landscape without rushing.
After the dive, carry your equipment back to the vehicles and return to the same hotel for your second night.
Day 3 – Waterfalls & the South Coast
Travel and sightseeing day
Enjoy breakfast before beginning the journey back to Reykjavík.
Today is dedicated to the landscapes of the South Coast, with planned stops at Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss. Additional scenic stops may be included as time and conditions allow.
No diving is scheduled, leaving time to enjoy the journey and the waterfalls before your tour ends in Reykjavík.
What’s Included
- 2 nights of hotel accommodation in Kirkjubæjarklaustur or the surrounding area
- Breakfast following each overnight stay
- Rooms with private bathrooms
- Ground transport, including jeep travel on the highland day
- 3 professionally guided dives: Davíðsgjá, Silfra and the Tear of Odin
- Tanks, standard air fills and weights
- Silfra entry fees
- Dive planning, briefings and equipment logistics
- Selected sightseeing stops on the South Coast
Lunch, dinner, personal dive equipment rental and travel or diving insurance are not included.
Physical Fitness & Access
Good physical fitness is required for this tour.
Access to the Tear of Odin involves a walk of approximately 20 minutes or more each way over uneven terrain while carrying your diving equipment, including your tank and weights.
You must be able to carry your equipment to the site and back, maintain your balance on uneven ground and complete the walk with enough energy to dive comfortably.
Walking time and difficulty vary with weather, ground conditions and the load carried. Please discuss any mobility concerns or uncertainty about carrying equipment with us before booking.
Certification and Equipment Requirements
Open Water certification, or a recognised equivalent, and drysuit certification are required.
Please include your certification details and recent diving and drysuit experience when enquiring. Divers must complete the required medical documentation and use equipment suitable for Icelandic cold-water diving.
Bring your own drysuit and undersuit, cold-water regulators, BCD or diving system, mask, fins, dive computer and appropriate accessories.
Full or partial rental equipment can be arranged in advance at additional cost. Bring suitable walking footwear, warm layers and waterproof outer clothing for the highland day.
Accommodation
Spend both nights at the same hotel in Kirkjubæjarklaustur or the surrounding area.
Accommodation includes breakfast and a private bathroom. Quotes can be prepared for twin or double sharing, or for single occupancy, subject to availability.
Plan Your Highland Tour
Each departure is quoted individually to reflect your travel dates, group size, accommodation preferences and equipment needs.
Send us your:
- Preferred travel dates
- Number of divers
- Accommodation and room preferences
- Certification details
- Recent diving and drysuit experience
- Rental equipment requirements
- Any concerns about walking with diving equipment
We will prepare a tailored proposal for your group. Write to us at icedive@icedive.is.
Itinerary Flexibility
The Tear of Odin visit depends on suitable highland road access, weather and ground conditions. Departures are arranged for periods when the route is open and suitable for the planned vehicles.
Dive locations, timings and sightseeing stops may change when conditions require. If highland access is unavailable, we will discuss alternative arrangements and the applicable booking terms with you.
Three dives are planned across the tour. Safety and access conditions determine whether each dive can proceed.