Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates in Silfra, Iceland - meet on location
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Take your travel experience in Iceland to the next level with this Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates in Silfra, Iceland - meet on location. This snorkeling tour is one of the best water activities Iceland has to offer.
Travelers who have booked this snorkeling tour before have rated their experience an average of 5 out of 5 stars in 3,827 reviews.
Experience an extraordinary adventure as you snorkel in one of the world's top ten dive sites within the UNESCO-listed Thingvellir National Park. Silfra offers a unique opportunity to snorkel between two tectonic plates, making it the only place in the world where you can experience this geological wonder.
Beneath the crystal-clear glacial meltwater of the Silfra fissure, you'll experience a surreal adventure of floating between the continents of Europe and America. An expert PADI-certified instructor guide enriches this tour by unraveling the wonders of Silfra and sharing captivating facts about Thingvellir National Park and the tectonic plates.
The entire experience lasts approximately 2 hours 30 minutes.
Upon arrival 15 minutes before the starting time, you will check in with the expert tour guides at the meeting point at Silfra, where you will join a group of up to 6 fellow adventurers. Your guide will equip you with a cozy dry suit, warm undersuit, and top-notch snorkeling gear.
You can change in the heated changing van provided on this tour, and the guide will help you put all the gear on. For added comfort, we recommend wearing long underwear and thick socks. The entire briefing and gearing-up process typically takes around 1 hour, ensuring you're ready for the chilly waters of Silfra.
You will walk 5 minutes to Silfra and start your 30- to 45-minute snorkeling tour that will lead you through the enchanting wonders of Silfra Hall, Silfra Cathedral, and Silfra Lagoon.
After snorkeling in the cold water, warm up with free hot cocoa and cookies. Take this chance to chat with your guide, ask questions, and look at the pictures taken during the tour. Souvenir photos capturing your unforgettable snorkeling journey are available for purchase so that you can bring lasting memories from this once-in-a-lifetime experience with you.
Please note that the tour operator requires all participants to complete a medical form before joining the tour. This form is available for online submission. Additionally, it is essential to provide accurate information about each participant's height, weight, and age. This data helps the local operator ensure the best-fitting dry suits for everyone. After booking, the tour operator will contact you to collect this necessary information, ensuring a safe and comfortable experience for all.
This popular snorkeling tour starts at DIVE. IS Meeting Point for Silfra tours. The exact address of your departure location is 806 Thingvellir, Iceland.
This water activity is offered in English. The group size for this water activity will not exceed 15 travelers. Make sure to thoroughly explore the "Included" and "Good to know" sections below to find out more about the inclusions and insights provided by this water activity.
The cancellation policy for this water activity is as follows: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Make your time in Iceland special by booking the unique Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates in Silfra, Iceland - meet on location. Choose your travel dates and reserve a slot for this snorkeling tour before it gets fully booked!
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