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Saltstraumen

Saltstraumen

Bodø, Northern Norway, Norway

Photo: Stig Ove Voll · CC BY-SA 2.0

About this site

Home to the world's strongest tidal current, reaching speeds up to 40 km/h. A thrilling drift dive where nutrient-rich waters create a vibrant ecosystem. Only for very experienced divers with local guides. One of the most exciting drift dives on Earth.

Conditions

Country
Norway
Region
Bodø, Northern Norway
Max depth
5–40 m
Visibility
10–25 m
Water temperature
5–15°C
Difficulty
Advanced
Best season
May to September
Type
Wall
Suitable for
  • Scuba
Dive types
  • Wall
  • Drift
Marine life
  • Macro
Photo: Stig Ove Voll · CC BY-SA 2.0

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