Silfra: Silfra Fissure Snorkeling between Two Continents with Photos
Silfra: Silfra Fissure Snorkeling between Two Continents with Photos
Duration: Varies (3 hours to 6 hours)
Varies (3 hours to 6 hours)
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All snorkeling essentials included: drysuit, thermal undersuit, fins, mask, secure storage, and a certified guide for peace of mind.
Snorkel between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates in Silfra’s famously clear, glacier-filtered waters.
Complimentary GoPro underwater photos capture your once-in-a-lifetime swim, no need to bring your own camera.
Refuel post-snorkel with Icelandic Hraun chocolate and a comforting cup of hot chocolate, included in your experience.
Opt for round-trip transportation from Reykjavik and enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi onboard for added comfort and convenience.
Certified snorkeling guide
Snorkel equipments
GoPro underwater photos
Secure storage for personal belongings
Hraun chocolate bar
Hot chocolate
Pickup and dropoff from Reykjavik (as per the option selected)
Wi-Fi on board minibus (as per the option selected)
Food and beverages (other than provided)
Tips/gratuities
Snorkeler exploring Silfra's clear waters and rocky formations in Iceland.
Snorkel between tectonic plates at Silfra and capture your underwater adventure with included GoPro photos, a 3-hour experience.
Getting started
Arrive at the Silfra meeting point in Thingvellir National Park, where your certified guide will greet you and check your signed medical statement. After a safety briefing, you’ll receive your drysuit, thermal undersuit, and snorkeling gear before walking to the entry point.
What to expect
Silfra Fissure
Silfra is a world-renowned snorkeling site, located in the rift between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. The glacial water, filtered through volcanic rock, offers visibility over 100 meters, making it some of the clearest water on the planet.
Features
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Continental rift snorkeling: Float directly between two continents in crystal-clear, glacier-fed water, a geological phenomenon unique to Silfra.
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Certified guide: Explore safely with an expert who provides all instructions and ensures your comfort throughout the experience.
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GoPro underwater photos: Receive complimentary digital photos of your journey, captured by your guide.
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Premium equipment: Use a drysuit, thermal undersuit, fins, and mask for warmth and ease in the cold water.
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Warm treats: Enjoy a Hraun chocolate bar and hot chocolate after your swim, included to help you warm up.
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Secure storage: Personal belongings are safely stored while you snorkel.
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
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Bring thermal underwear (top and bottom), an extra pair of warm socks, and a change of clothes.
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Wear warm clothes as your first layer.
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Bring contact lenses if you require vision correction, as eyeglasses cannot be worn with the snorkeling mask.
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Remove all jewelry (earrings, necklaces, watches, wristbands, rings, etc.) before the tour.
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Bring a signed and completed Snorkeling Medical Statement; participants aged 60–69 must also provide a signed doctor’s waiver.
What’s not allowed
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Pregnant individuals are not permitted to participate at any stage of pregnancy.
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Participation is not allowed for those who cannot swim, are not physically fit, or cannot communicate in English.
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Eyeglasses are not allowed with the snorkeling mask; contact lenses are recommended.
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Pick-up is not available from Keflavik airport or locations outside the greater Reykjavik area.
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Children under 12 years old are not permitted (exceptions may be considered by inquiry and must meet size and safety requirements).
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Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal adult.
Accessibility
- This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
Additional information
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Minimum age is 12 years; maximum age is 69 years. Participants aged 60–69 require a signed doctor’s waiver.
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Height requirement: 135–200 cm; weight requirement: 30–120 kg.
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All participants must be able to swim, be physically fit, and communicate in English.
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All participants must read, sign, and submit the Snorkeling Medical Statement before the tour.
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Dry suits are tight at the neck and may allow slight water leakage at the neck and sleeves; this is considered normal.
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Secure storage for personal belongings is provided during the activity.
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Complimentary GoPro underwater photos are included.
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Booking an early morning or late afternoon tour is recommended in summer for the best experience.
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Meals are not included, except for a Hraun chocolate bar and hot chocolate.
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Tips/gratuities and personal expenses are not included.
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.
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