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From Reykjavik: Silfra Snorkeling with Underwater Photos

4.8  / 5186 reviews
Activity provider:Adventure Vikings
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From Reykjavik: Silfra Snorkeling with Underwater Photos

Activity provider:Adventure Vikings
4.8  / 5186 reviews
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From US$ 197.59 per person

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Immerse yourself in the clear blue waters of Silfra, with visibility consistently over 100 meters (300 feet). Spend your time enjoying the moment while guides snap expert photos of you in the best areas. Relax with round-trip transfers from Reykjavik.

About this activity

Free cancellation
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Covid-19 precautions
Special health and safety measures are in place. Check your activity voucher once you book for full details.
Duration 4 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
Pickup will start 75 minutes prior to your booked starting time. The starting time you booked is the time when the activity will begin in Silfra.
Small group
Limited to 6 participants

Experience

Highlights
  • Snorkel in Silfra and travel between the American and European continental plates
  • See 100 meters of underwater visibility and bright blue colors
  • Be guided along the lagoon often called "the real blue lagoon"
  • Choose from a drysuit or wetsuit to experience the lagoon's natural environment
Full description

Enjoy a guided wetsuit snorkeling tour in the Silfra fissure, located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Thingvellir National Park. Leave Reykjavik behind and discover this hidden natural wonder, where the 100-meter underwater visibility and bright colors make the experience almost unrealistic.

Immerse yourself in the pristine water of Silfra—some of the purest waters on the planet. When snorkeling in Silfra, travel between two continents, ending the tour in a lagoon often called "the real blue lagoon" because of the bright blue color of the water. Snorkeling in Silfra fissure, where you are guided into this magnificent scenery, is a total must-see for all nature and adventure-thirsty travelers. Enjoy freedom in terms of movements and free dive by holding your breath.

Stay dry underneath your drysuit or, for the more adventurous, choose a wetsuit to feel the natural cool waters. The wetsuits used are six millimeter in thickness and isolate the body well from the cold water. Warm up with a cup of hot chocolate and leave feeling reinvigorated

Includes
  • Snorkeling tour
  • All snorkeling equipment including wetsuit or drysuit (based on option selected)
  • Roundtrip transportation from Reykjavik
  • Guide
  • Photos
  • Hot chocolate
  • Warm clothes to wear prior and after the snorkeling
  • Towel
Not suitable for
  • Pregnant women
  • People with mobility impairments
  • People with heart problems
  • Wheelchair users
  • People over 264 lbs (120 kg)
  • People under 3 ft 9 in (120 cm)

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Date

Important information

What to bring

  • Warm clothing
  • Swimwear
  • Camera
  • Waterproof camera
  • Medical statement
  • Socks

Not allowed

  • Alcohol and drugs

Know before you go

  • You must be able to swim and be comfortable in the water
  • Your weight should be between 45kgs (99 lbs) - 120kgs (264 lbs)
  • Your height should be between 145cm (4’9) - 200cm (6’7)
  • Glasses are not allowed. If you wear glasses, you should wear contact lenses, or a prescription diving mask if you have one, instead
  • You do not need to be a certified diver, this tour is for everyone who feels comfortable in the water
  • The age limit in Silfra is 12 years. An adult must accompany children under 18 years
  • You can rent a GoPro camera for 6900 ISK

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 186 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Service
    4.9/5
  • Organization
    4.7/5

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Silfa is amazing though if you are small they add additional constrictions to the dry suit to keep the water out. It’s confining and tight around your neck, some may find the suit anxiety provoking. If you can get past that, the water is spectacular so crystal clear! It’s expensive with a ride from Reykavik but one of those things you shouldn’t miss.

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July 16, 2023

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Jacqueline – United StatesVerified booking

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It was overall an amazing and a very special experience to do in Iceland. Especially thanks to Bjarni for getting us through so smoothly and for the cool pictures. Important to know is that you spend hours in prep, dressing up, briefing, dressing back and even more time if you travel from Reykjavik and then you only spend 30-40 mins in the water (it is impossible to stay longer anyway because it gets really cold). However, the drysuits can get really tight, it is quite uncomfortable, that is why I would be willing to pay extra for smaller group so I dont have to wait for the other 20-or-so ppl to get ready for the activity.

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April 15, 2023

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Tereza – Czech RepublicVerified booking

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Transport arrived on time getting the day off to a great start, which as time moved on only got better. The staff are brilliant, great explanations, putting all participants at ease, from the first timers to those with more experience. With the car showing a temp of -10 was considering if we were doing the right thing, but once dressed &ready to go felt warmer in the water than out. Big BZ to Arturo, Doris - 😍 hot chocolate & of course our guide Bjarni who kept us safe & informed on our trip. Thanks to all the team - next time a summer trip perhaps 😃

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March 19, 2023

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Debbra – United KingdomVerified booking

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