From Reykjavik: Silfra Snorkeling with Free Photos
From Reykjavik: Silfra Snorkeling with Free Photos
Duration: 4.5 hours (approx.)
4.5 hours (approx.)
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All snorkeling equipment, an English-speaking guide, national park entry, hot chocolate, and free underwater photos and hotel pick-up are included.
Snorkel between the North American and Eurasian continents in Silfra’s crystal-clear glacial waters.
Dive beneath the surface in a wetsuit for up-close views of vivid underwater colors and dramatic rock formations.
Capture your adventure with complimentary underwater photos, perfect for sharing your Silfra memories.
Warm up post-snorkel with a comforting cup of hot chocolate, included in your experience.
Free underwater photos
Hot chocolate
All snorkeling equipment
English-speaking guide
National park fee
Hotel pick-up from Reykjavik
Food and drinks (other than hot chocolate)
Personal swimwear and towel
Snorkelers exploring the clear waters and rocky formations of Silfra in Iceland.
Snorkel between tectonic plates in Silfra’s crystal-clear waters on this half-day guided adventure, with free underwater photos included.
Getting started
Meet your English-speaking guide at the Silfra car park in Thingvellir National Park after getting picked up from Reykjavik. After a short briefing and equipment fitting, your guide will review safety procedures and answer any questions before you head to the water’s edge.
What to expect
Silfra fissure
Located in Thingvellir National Park, Silfra is a unique rift where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates drift apart by about 2 centimeters each year. Glacial meltwater, filtered through volcanic rock for a century, fills this fissure, creating some of the clearest water on the planet.
Features
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Snorkeling between continents: Swim directly in the gap between two continents, a geological phenomenon found only at Silfra.
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Exceptional water clarity: Enjoy visibility of over 100 meters, allowing you to see vivid underwater colors and rock formations.
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Wetsuit experience: The wetsuit lets you dive just below the surface for a closer look at Silfra’s features, while still keeping you relatively warm in 2–4°C water.
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Free underwater photos: Capture your adventure with complimentary photos taken during your snorkeling session.
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Guide expertise: Your guide shares insights into Silfra’s geology and ensures a safe, informative experience throughout your 30–40 minutes in the water.
Tour guide explaining Silfra Snorkeling route to guests with a map in Iceland.
Snorkeler exploring the clear waters of Silfra fissure in Iceland.
Snorkelers exploring the clear waters and rocky formations of Silfra in Iceland.
Tour guide explaining Silfra Snorkeling route to guests with a map in Iceland.
Snorkeler exploring the clear waters of Silfra fissure in Iceland.
Snorkelers exploring the clear waters between tectonic plates in Silfra, Iceland.
What to bring
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Bring warm clothes to wear before and after snorkeling.
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Bring swimwear and a towel.
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Bring two pairs of woolen socks.
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Dress according to the weather; no heels.
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Bring a prescription mask if you require vision correction, as glasses are not permitted.
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Eat breakfast before the activity.
What’s not allowed
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Glasses are not permitted during the activity; only prescription masks are allowed.
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Pregnant individuals are not allowed to participate.
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Participation is not permitted for those under 12 years old, under 150cm (4’9) or over 200cm (6’7) in height, or under 50kg (110 lbs) or over 120kg (264 lbs) in weight.
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Individuals who are not comfortable in water or unable to swim are not allowed to participate.
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Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited during the experience.
Accessibility
- This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
Additional information
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All participants must be physically fit and able to swim.
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You must read, sign, and follow the Silfra Snorkeling Medical Statement and sign a liability release form at the start of the tour.
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Arrive at the Silfra car park in Thingvellir National Park 15 minutes before your tour; if driving, park at 'Thingvellir P5' and walk 400m to the meeting point.
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Hot chocolate and all snorkeling equipment are provided.
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Meals (other than hot chocolate) are not included.
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The minimum age to participate is 12 years.
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The experience operates in cold water (2–4°C); wetsuits are provided, but do not fully protect from the cold.
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The maximum group size is 6 participants per guide.
Snorkeler exploring the clear waters and rocky crevices of Silfra in Iceland.
Snorkeler exploring the clear waters of Silfra fissure in Iceland.
Snorkelers exploring the clear waters between tectonic plates in Silfra, Iceland.
Snorkeler exploring the clear waters and rocky crevices of Silfra in Iceland.
Snorkeler exploring the clear waters of Silfra fissure in Iceland.
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