Orcas Ahead!

“Leaning forward to escape the Arctic wind, I catch sight of my snow-filled fins and can’t stop laughing. The feeling in my face has long since disappeared, and the other guests are equally rigid, turning purple in the minus 4°F Norwegian wind chill. Snow is everywhere, and I long to throw myself into the 36°F water to warm up. I never knew snorkeling could be so extreme—frankly, it’s absurd.”

Read my latest article for Scuba Diving magazine Orcas Ahead to find out what it’s really like to come face-to-face with orcas in freezing cold Arctic waters.

Kathryn Curzon dive writer

Kathryn Curzon dive writer

Ice Diving – It’s Worth Getting Cold For!

“Ice diving is one of the most adventurous types of diving out there and is a great way to try something completely different. It is challenging, takes extra preparation, and is different from most recreational dive types.

Ice diving offers the opportunity to dive in winter when other types of diving may not possible and experience unique underwater environments and marine life few people ever get to see.

There is nothing quite like the peace of being under the ice, surrounded by bright blue water and ice formations. It is an experience not to be missed and is truly rewarding.”


Read the full article: Ice Diving – It’s Worth Getting Cold For