Silfra Fissure Snorkeling From Reykjavík - Free Underwater Photos
Discover the surreal beauty of Silfra Fissure on this unforgettable snorkeling tour in Þingvellir National Park.
Accompanied by a certified PADI Divemaster, you'll glide through the crystal-clear, vibrant blue waters where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet. Discover Silfra’s unique geological formations and learn about its fascinating origins as you float through one of the world’s top dive sites.
This small-group experience is limited to just 6 participants per guide, ensuring personalized attention and a safe, immersive adventure. Includes round-trip pickup and drop-off from Reykjavík for your convenience.
Options
Transfer from Reykjavik incl.
Mini-bus transfer
Pickup included
What's included in Silfra Fissure Snorkeling From Reykjavík - Free Underwater Photos
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
ReykjavikPass-by Only
We pick you up from Reykjavík, and drop you off after the snorkeling adventure!
Pingvellir National ParkPass-by Only
Select a departure time from Reykjavik that best suits your schedule and travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan to Thingvellir National Park. Receive a fascinating introducing to the UNESCO World Heritage site from your certified guide, and hear all about the mystifying Silfra fissure, a natural rift in the earth‘s crust caused by the force of nature.
Silfra
Upon arrival to the park, don your dry suit and snorkel and prepare to plunge into the crystalline depths of Silfra fissure. Listen to a comprehensive safety briefing and then descend to discover a mesmerizing underwater tabelau. Gae at a ravine that stretches some 82 feet (25 meters) below the water‘s surface and then follow your guide to some of the fissure‘s most scenic spots. Glide effortlessly between the American and European continents and see jagged rocks and gaping voids that lead to the molten core of planet Earth
Inclusions
- Hot Chocolate + Cookies
- Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO world-heritage site.
- Certified Padi Diverguide / Divemaster
- Reykjavik pick up with return
- Snorkeling experience in Silfra fissure
- Use of specialized snorkeling gear and dry-suit
- Underwater Photos
- Food and drinks
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 12 years old. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian booked on the same tour.
- Remember to bring: Warm base layers, preferably made from fleece or wool (not cotton), warm wool socks, a small towel and a change of clothes (just in case)
- All snorkelers must fill out a medical form before participating in the tour -https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yRP9usCQSUfnNCFpWJ6dHCfTiTmNFg3T/view?usp=sharing
- Please note that all participants must be able to swim and communicate in english
- This is a small group tour ensuring a more personalized experience limited to 6 participants per guide.
- Requirements: Weight limit: 45-120kg. Height limit: 150cm – 200cm.
- Wear glasses? Since you'll be wearing snorkeling goggles to see underwater there can be nothing in the way of the seal therefore you cannot wear glasses underneath the goggles. In this case, contact lenses or your own prescription goggles are recommended.
- Pregnant women are unfortunately unable to participate due to the small risk of cold water entering the suit.
- Medical issues outlined in our handbook require doctors approval to join the tour. Some conditions mean guests cannot participate.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Please note that we only serve the pick-up locations specified in our pick-up list below. Due to traffic restrictions, we are not allowed to pick up from hotels in the city center nor from private Air BnBs. If your pick-up location is not on our pick-up list then we kindly ask you to find the closest pick-up point to your accommodation from our list: 22 Hill Hótel – Brautarholt 22-24. Arctic Comfort Hótel – Síðumúli 19. BSÍ Bus Terminal – Vatnsmýrarvegi 10. Bus Hostel Reykjavík – Skógarhlíð 10. Bus pick up/drop off nr.1 – City Hall, Vonarstræti Bus pick up/drop off nr.4 – Miðbakki Bus pick up/drop off nr.6 – Safnahúsið (The Culture House) Bus pick up/drop off nr.8 – Hallgrímskirkja Church Bus pick up/drop off nr.9 – Snorrabraut Bus pick up/drop off nr.12 – Höfðatorg Bus pick up/drop off nr.15 – Vesturbugt Cabin Hótel – Borgartún 32. Eyja Guldsmen Hotel – Brautarholt 10. Grand Hótel Reykjavík – Sigtún 38. Grayline – Main bus terminal - Klettagarðar 4. Hilton Reykjavík Nordica – Suðurlandsbraut 2. Hótel Ísland – Ármúla 9. Hotel Ørkin – Brautarholti 29. Icelandair Hotel Reykjavík Natura – við Hlíðarfót, Nauthólsvegur 52. Klettur Hótel – Mjölnisholt 12-14. N1 Gas Station – Ártúnshöfði Radisson Blu Hótel Saga – við Hagatorg. Reykjavík City Hostel – Sundlaugavegur 34. Reykjavík Lights Hotel – Suðurlandsbraut 12. Skarfabakki – Cruise Ship, Reykjavik Harbor, 105 Reykjavik
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• Please note that all participants must be able to swim to be able to participate in the tour. • Please read our snorkeling guide before attending the tour: https://adventures.is/media/236755/arctic-adventures-snorkeling-in-silfra-fissure-guide.pdf Remember to inform the operator ([email protected]) where you would like to be picked up for your tour at least 48 hours before departure time. A list of available pickup points can be found here: https://adventures.is/information/pick-up/ All snorkelers must fill out a medical form before participating in the tour. It is important to note that some medical conditions require doctors approval, while others mean guests are not able to participate -https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yRP9usCQSUfnNCFpWJ6dHCfTiTmNFg3T/view?usp=sharing We look forward to meeting you!
