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A commercial diving base opens its doors to recreational divers
In Rosfjord near Lyngdal in southern Norway lies a concrete platform weighing about 400 metric tons, where recreational divers and dive clubs will be able to stay in the future. Under the name Dive & Stay Norway, Lyngdal Dykkesenter is offering the former commercial divers’ base as accommodations.
The center offers dives directly from the base and boat trips. Further details and photos of the base are also listed in the Taucher.Net dive center database.
Two Generations Underwater
Behind the concept is a family-owned business with experience in commercial diving. ROV & Dykker Service AS, led by Jonny Glendrange, was founded in 2002 and works with commercial divers and remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) for municipalities, power plants, ports, and shipyards, among others. For over 20 years, the company was based in Flekkefjord; it is now located in Lyngdal.
Sofie Glendrange, herself a commercial diver and ROV pilot, serves as managing director of Lyngdal Dykkesenter and oversees the new offering. “Sofie grew up with this work and is now carrying on the tradition as the second generation,” says her father, Jonny Glendrange.
Living on 400 metric tons of concrete
The platform originally belonged to a fish farm and later served as a base of operations for professional divers. Today, it accommodates up to ten guests, with a kitchen, common areas, a sauna, a drying room for equipment, and air-filling facilities right on board. Boats, kayaks, and even the workshop are available to guests at the base by arrangement. Rental equipment can also be provided.
Diving for Everyone, but at Your Own Risk
The motto is “Diving for Everyone.” It is primarily aimed at certified divers and dive clubs who plan and conduct their own dives. The operators are happy to provide tips and local recommendations. The dive sites in the area are mostly between 8 and 25 meters deep, featuring rocks, marine life, and small wrecks.
Those who book the entire base have it exclusively for their own group. According to the website, prices start at 7,900 Norwegian kroner (about 730 euros) for two nights; a week costs from 19,900 kroner (about 1,840 euros, exchange rate as of early October 2026). The minimum stay is two nights, and the center is open year-round, including for night dives.
In addition, Lyngdal Dykkesenter is an authorized Ocean Reef dealer and is expanding its offerings to include full-face masks and underwater communication equipment. Ocean Reef, Divevolk, and DIVEPRO equipment can be tested on-site by appointment.
The company’s YouTube channel offers a very personal glimpse into the family’s work; according to the operators, it also features several videos starring Sofie Glendrange, including a playlist about women in professional diving.
Further information:
Dive & Stay Norway
Dive & Stay Norway on Taucher.Net
ROV & Dykker Service AS
YouTube channel