Silfra: Silfra Fissure Snorkeling between Two Continents with Photos, Reykjavik
Silfra: Silfra Fissure Snorkeling between Two Continents with Photos, Reykjavik
Duration: Varies (3 hours to 6 hours)
Varies (3 hours to 6 hours)
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Snorkel between tectonic plates in Reykjavik's Silfra Fissure and capture your adventure with included GoPro photos during this thrilling 3-hour experience. At Thingvellir National Park, a certified guide will meet you to ensure safety procedures are followed before providing drysuit, thermal undersuit, and snorkeling gear for the journey into the rift between North America and Eurasia's tectonic plates at Silfra Fissure.
Snorkel between tectonic plates in Reykjavik's Silfra Fissure and capture your adventure with included GoPro photos during this thrilling 3-hour experience. At Thingvellir National Park, a certified guide will meet you to ensure safety procedures are followed before providing drysuit, thermal undersuit, and snorkeling gear for the journey into the rift between North America and Eurasia's tectonic plates at Silfra Fissure.
Experience the thrill of snorkeling with all essentials provided: drysuit, thermal undersuit, fins, mask, secure storage space, and a certified guide to ensure your safety.
Plunge into Silfra’s crystal-clear waters where you can explore between two continents—North American and Eurasian tectonic plates—with glacier-filtered clarity.
Capture memorable moments with complimentary GoPro underwater photos provided during the snorkeling adventure, eliminating the need for personal cameras.
Indulge in delicious Icelandic Hraun chocolate paired with a comforting cup of hot chocolate after your exhilarating swim as part of the experience package.
Choose convenient round-trip transportation from Reykjavik and enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi onboard to enhance comfort during travel.
Admission to a certified snorkeling guide
Use of snorkel equipment for exploration
Access to GoPro underwater photos capturing your adventure
Entry ticket includes secure storage for personal belongings
Features Hraun chocolate bar as part of the experience
Enjoy hot chocolate during your journey
Pickup and dropoff from Reykjavik (as per the option selected)
Wi-Fi on board minibus available to enhance connectivity (as per the option selected)
Additional meals and drinks
Gratuity charges
Snorkeler exploring Silfra's clear waters and rocky formations in Iceland.
Your Snorkeling Adventure at Silfra Fissure
Start a 3-hour journey to explore the world-famous Silfra Fissure, where tectonic plates meet and you can snorkel between two continents. Capture your underwater adventure with included GoPro photos.
Welcome & Preparation
- Your experience begins at Thingvellir National Park's designated meeting spot in Iceland. Here, a certified guide will welcome you after reviewing your signed medical statement and conducting a safety briefing.
- Post-briefing, you'll be equipped with essential gear: a drysuit, thermal undersuit, fins, and mask to ensure warmth and comfort during the snorkeling session. A walk takes you from this point to Silfra's entry site.
The Spectacular Silfra Fissure Experience
Situated in Thingvellir National Park, near Iceland’s iconic tectonic rift zones, Silfra offers a unique snorkeling experience. The fissure lies between the North American and Eurasian plates, providing crystal-clear water with visibility exceeding 100 meters due to its filtration through volcanic rock.
Features of Your Snorkel Adventure
- Snorkel in Silfra’s continental rift: Float amidst glacier-fed waters that are uniquely positioned between two continents, a geological marvel exclusive to this site.
- Certified expertise: Navigate the fissure safely with guidance from an expert who ensures your comfort and provides all necessary instructions.
- GoPro photo mementos: Receive complimentary digital photos of your underwater journey, captured by your guide for lasting memories.
- Premium gear provided: Don a drysuit, thermal undersuit, fins, and mask to enhance warmth and ease in the chilly waters.
- Post-swim treats included: Indulge in Hraun chocolate bars and hot chocolate after your swim as part of the experience, helping you warm up post-adventure.
- Safeguarded storage: Your personal items are securely stored during the snorkeling activity.
Snorkelers entering Silfra Fissure in Iceland.
Guests preparing for snorkeling in Silfra Fissure, Iceland, wearing dry suits.
Snorkeler exploring Silfra's clear waters and rocky formations in Iceland.
Snorkelers entering Silfra Fissure in Iceland.
Guests preparing for snorkeling in Silfra Fissure, Iceland, wearing dry suits.
Snorkelers exploring Silfra fissure in Iceland's clear waters.
What to bring
- Thermal underwear (tops, bottoms), an extra pair of warm socks, and a change of clothes should be packed.
- Your first layer must consist of warm clothing.
- If you need vision correction, wear contact lenses since eyeglasses can't be worn with the snorkeling mask.
- Remove all jewelry (including earrings, necklaces, watches, wristbands, and rings) before starting the tour.
A signed Snorkeling Medical Statement is required; those aged 60–69 also need a doctor’s waiver.
What's not allowed
- Pregnant individuals cannot participate at any pregnancy stage.
- If you can't swim, aren’t physically fit, or don’t communicate in English, participation is prohibited.
- Eyeglasses are incompatible with the snorkeling mask; contact lenses should be used instead.
- Pick-up service isn't available from Keflavik airport or locations outside greater Reykjavik.
- Children under 12 aren’t allowed, though exceptions may apply if they meet size and safety criteria (inquire for details).
Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Accessibility
This experience is not accessible to wheelchair users.
Additional information
- The minimum age for participants is 12, and the maximum is 69. A signed doctor’s waiver is needed for those aged 60–69.
- Height must be between 135–200 cm; weight should range from 30–120 kg to participate.
- All participants need swimming ability, physical fitness, and English communication skills.
- The Snorkeling Medical Statement needs to be read, signed, and submitted prior to the tour by all attendees.
- Dry suits are snug at the neck with potential slight water leakage; this is normal.
- Secure storage for personal items will be provided during your activity.
- Included in the package: complimentary underwater photos via GoPro.
- Scheduling an early morning or late afternoon tour in summer enhances your experience.
- No meals are included, except a Hraun chocolate bar and hot chocolate will be provided.
Tips/gratuities and personal expenses aren’t covered by the package.
Diver photographing underwater at Silfra Fissure, Iceland.
Snorkeler exploring Silfra Fissure's clear waters between tectonic plates in Iceland.
Snorkelers exploring Silfra fissure in Iceland's clear waters.
Diver photographing underwater at Silfra Fissure, Iceland.
Snorkeler exploring Silfra Fissure's clear waters between tectonic plates in Iceland.
Bring thermal underwear and an extra pair of warm socks for added warmth during your snorkeling adventure in Silfra's chilly waters.
If you wear contact lenses, make sure to bring them as eyeglasses cannot be worn with the snorkeling mask.
Remove all jewelry before starting the tour to ensure a safe and comfortable experience while wearing the drysuit and other gear.
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