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From Reykjavik: Silfra Fissure Snorkeling Half-Day Trip

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Activity provider:Arctic Adventures
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From Reykjavik: Silfra Fissure Snorkeling Half-Day Trip

Activity provider:Arctic Adventures
4.7  / 5
535 reviews
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From US$ 169.42 per person

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Snorkel between large volcanic canyons and discover the crystal clear waters that flow between the North American and Eurasian continents.

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Duration 3 - 5.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup optional
You will be picked up from your accommodation at pickup points in Reykjavik. Only pickup locations specified on the pick-up list will be served. Due to traffic restrictions, pick up from hotels in the city center is not possible, nor from private Air BnBs. Please contact the activity provider to find out the closest pickup point if your accommodation is not on the list.
Small group
Limited to 6 participants

Experience

Highlights
  • Snorkel in one of the world's top-10 dive sites, at the Silfra Lava Fissure
  • Swim over the divide between the American and European continental plates
  • Enjoy underwater visibility in the crystal-clear waters of Thingvellir Lake
  • Drink in the history, culture, and geology of one of Iceland‘s most sacred sites
  • Take advantage of included transfers from Reykjavik or make your own way there
Full description

Undergo a unique underwater experience by snorkeling in the Silfra fissure on a half-day tour from Reykjavik. Frequently rated as one of the world's top 10 dive sites, Silfra offers up to 100 m (300 ft) of underwater visibility.

Admire views of Iceland's stunning landscape as you ride from Reykjavik to the heart of Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site. Snorkel in this location for 45 min with your guide, before returning to the warmth of the tour van and heading back to Reykjavik.

The cold waters melt off a glacier 50 km (30 miles) away and make their way through lava fields to beautiful Thingvellir Lake. Although the chilly waters are too cold to support much in the way of marine life, Iceland's Silfra crack runs down between the American and European continental plates and offers amazing underwater views.

Includes
  • Pickup and drop-off (If option selected)
  • PADI certified Dive guide/Divemaster
  • Snorkeling gear
  • Silfra admission fee
  • Food and drinks
Not suitable for
  • Children under 12 years
  • Pregnant women
  • People with mobility impairments
  • People with claustrophobia
  • People with heart problems
  • People with respiratory issues
  • People with epilepsy
  • People over 264 lbs (120 kg)
  • People with diabetes
  • People under 4 ft 9 in (150 cm)
  • People over 6 ft 6 in (200 cm)
  • Visually impaired people
  • People under 99 lbs (45 kg)
  • People with pre-existing medical conditions
  • People with high blood pressure

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Meeting point

Park at Thingvellir Parking P5. This is located 400m further down the road from where you will be diving. Walk 400m back along the road until you reach the snorkel and dive vans.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Warm clothing
  • Change of clothes

Not allowed

  • Unaccompanied minors

Know before you go

  • Please read this snorkeling handbook before booking this tour https://adventures.is/media/230104/arctic-adventures-snorkeling-silfra-guide.pdf
  • Participants need to be comfortable in the water and be able to swim
  • Snorkeling in the Silfra fissure involves a moderate level of exercise
  • Remember to bring: warm undergarments, preferably fleece/wool, no cotton, warm woolen socks, and a change of clothes
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Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 535 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.5/5
  • Service
    4.7/5
  • Organization
    4.5/5

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An excellent and unique experience. My instructor was Federica and all the instructions were very clear from the beginning to the end. The instructors make you feel calm and are there for any kind of issues or questions you may have. The gears and suits are very good, I felt very little cold during the whole time and in the end I was completely dry. Recommended to lovers of snorkeling and water activities in general.

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Phelipe – FranceVerified booking

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I had an amazing time! It was the perfect weather too and just beautiful overall. The guides were amazing, even the driver for the transfer took the time to tell us more about the country :) They gave us cookies and hot chocolate after the swim which was amazing because the water was numbingly cold wherever you were exposed to it. An unforgettable experience and one that’ll likely look different in 5-10 years given how much the landscape of Iceland changes over time. Just do it!

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July 10, 2023

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Asher – United StatesVerified booking

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This was such an incredible experience! Anna, our bus driver, was knowledgeable and passionate. She was so enthusiastic in giving us the best experience we could get. She even waited at my hotel for me to get there in time to join, as my flight was running slightly late. Our guide Fede was also very knowledgeable, and it was easy to see her love for introducing others to one of Iceland’s most amazing features. That was definitely one of the most amazing things I’ve ever experienced, and I would very highly recommend it to anyone wanting to visit Iceland!

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