Snorkeling at Silfra Fissure with Pickup from Reykjavik

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Summary

Starts
Reykjavik
Duration
5 Hrs. 30 Min.
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy
Admission
Mobile ticket
Minimum age
12 years

Description

Discover the thrill of snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters of Silfra fissure, located in Iceland’s stunning Thingvellir National Park. This unique adventure lets you float between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates, offering an unforgettable glimpse into a mesmerizing underwater world.

Your experience begins with a convenient pickup from central Reykjavik, followed by a scenic drive to the UNESCO-listed park. Along the way, your expert guide shares fascinating insights about Iceland’s geology and the significance of Silfra, setting the stage for your aquatic journey.

Once at Silfra, your guide will provide a dry suit, warm undersuit, and all necessary snorkeling equipment to ensure you stay comfortable in the cold water. After a detailed safety briefing and time to gear up in a heated changing van, you’ll walk to the fissure for your snorkeling session.

Spend 30 to 45 minutes exploring Silfra Hall, Cathedral, and Lagoon, marveling at over 100 meters of visibility and vibrant aquatic colors. After your swim, warm up with hot chocolate and cookies while chatting with your guide about the experience.

This family-friendly tour is suitable for confident swimmers aged 12 and up, with all entrance fees and equipment included. Group sizes remain small for a more personalized adventure. Don’t miss your chance to snorkel between continents—reserve your spot today!

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Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Heated changing van
Live guide that is a PADI instructor
Hot chocolate and cookies
Entrance fee to Silfra (ISK 1,500)
All necessary snorkeling equipment, drysuit and warm undersuit
Guided snorkeling trip

Destinations

Panoramic view of Reykjavik, the capital city of Iceland, with the view of harbor and mount Esja.Reykjavik

Options

Snorkeling Silfra Tour
Pickup included

Good to know

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
All participants will need to fill out a medical form before participating in the tour. Please contact local operator in order to request the form via email.
All participant's height, weight and age information must be provided to local operator to ensure they bring the best fitting drysuit. The tour operator will contact you after booking to ask for this information.
Participants must be at least 12 years of age
Dry suits are worn over your own clothing. We recommend wearing long thermal underwear and thick wool socks as a base layer under the dry suit
Minimum height is 4ft 11in (150cm). Minimum weight is 100lbs (45kg).
Maximum height and weight is 6ft7in (200cm) and 264lbs (120kg).
Participants must be comfortable in water and able to swim, physically fit and healthy
Please note that that dry suits can sometimes feel quite tight and constricting
All participants must be able to communicate in English
Not suitable for pregnant women
IMPORTANT - Participants who are 60 years of age and older must have their doctor sign the approval form in order to participate
Pickup starts 30 minutes before scheduled departure, please be ready and visible at your designated pickup location

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