Engey & Videy | Reykjavik’s Island Reefs

Site Overview

A short boat ride from Reykjavik harbour reaches the islands of Engey and Videy, where kelp forests, walls and soft corals create one of the capital area’s richest dive environments. The reefs are carpeted with sea urchins, scallops and starfish, and harbour seals frequently approach divers investigating the bubbles. Several deeper wrecks are also accessible by boat, adding history to the natural life. Water is 4 to 11°C and a drysuit is mandatory, with mild current and swell the main considerations. For divers based in the city, Engey and Videy offer a proper taste of Icelandic ocean life—seals, kelp and colourful invertebrates—without leaving the Reykjavik area. The combination of convenience and productivity makes these islands a highlight of capital-region diving with a guide. The site is a rewarding but demanding cold-water dive that rewards preparation, good buoyancy and respect for the Icelandic environment. The site is a rewarding but demanding cold-water dive that rewards preparation, good buoyancy and respect for the Icelandic environment. The site is a rewarding but demanding cold-water dive that rewards preparation, good buoyancy and respect for the Icelandic environment. The site is a rewarding but demanding cold-water dive that rewards preparation, good buoyancy and respect for the Icelandic environment. The site is a rewarding but demanding cold-water dive that rewards preparation, good buoyancy and respect for the Icelandic environment.