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From Reykjavik: Silfra Fissure Snorkeling Half-Day Trip

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Activity provider: Arctic Adventures
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    From Reykjavik: Silfra Fissure Snorkeling Half-Day Trip

    Activity provider: Arctic Adventures
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    From US$ 137.32 per person

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    Snorkel between large volcanic canyons and discover the crystal clear waters that flow between the North American and Eurasian continents.

    About this activity

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    Covid-19 precautions
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    Duration 2 - 4 hours
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    Live tour guide
    English
    Pickup optional
    You will be picked up from your accommodation at pickup points in Reykjavik. Only pickup locations specified on the pick-up list will be served. Due to traffic restrictions, pick up from hotels in the city center is not possible, nor from private Air BnBs. Please contact the activity provider to find out the closest pickup point if your accommodation is not on the list.
    Small group
    Limited to 6 participants

    Experience

    Highlights
    • Snorkel in one of the world's top-10 dive sites, at the Silfra Lava Fissure
    • Swim over the divide between the American and European continental plates
    • Enjoy underwater visibility in the crystal-clear waters of Thingvellir Lake
    • Drink in the history, culture, and geology of one of Iceland‘s most sacred sites
    • Take advantage of included transfers from Reykjavik or make your own way there
    Full description

    Undergo a unique underwater experience by snorkeling in the Silfra fissure on a half-day tour from Reykjavik. Frequently rated as one of the world's top 10 dive sites, Silfra offers up to 100 m (300 ft) of underwater visibility.

    Admire views of Iceland's stunning landscape as you ride from Reykjavik to the heart of Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site. Snorkel in this location for 45 min with your guide, before returning to the warmth of the tour van and heading back to Reykjavik.

    The cold waters melt off a glacier 50 km (30 miles) away and make their way through lava fields to beautiful Thingvellir Lake. Although the chilly waters are too cold to support much in the way of marine life, Iceland's Silfra crack runs down between the American and European continental plates and offers amazing underwater views.

    Includes
    • Pickup and drop-off (If option selected)
    • PADI certified Dive guide/Divemaster
    • Snorkeling gear
    • Silfra admission fee
    • Food and drinks
    Not suitable for
    • Children under 12 years
    • Pregnant women
    • People with heart problems
    • People with epilepsy
    • People under 4 ft 9 in (150 cm)
    • People under 99 lbs (45 kg)
    Covid-19 precautions
    Safety measures in place
    • All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
    • You must keep social distance while in vehicles
    • The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
    Traveler requirements
    • You are required to bring and wear a mask

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    Meeting point

    Meet your guide at the Silfra parking lot, Hörgshliðarlaug, before the activity starts. The directions to the park are Thingvellir Parking P5 (can be found on google maps). This is the 2nd car park, 400m further down the road from where you will be diving. Walk 400m back along the road until you reach the car park with all the snorkel and dive vans.

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    Important information

    What to bring

    • Warm clothing
    • Change of clothes

    Know before you go

    • Participants need to be comfortable in the water and be able to swim
    • Remember to bring: warm undergarments, preferably fleece/wool, no cotton, warm woolen socks, and a change of clothes
    Customer reviews

    Overall rating

    4.7 /5

    based on 321 reviews

    Review summary

    • Guide
      4.8/5
    • Transportation
      3.9/5
    • Value for money
      4.3/5
    • Service
      4.6/5

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    This trip was fantastic. I had no snorkelling experience at all but our guide Fonzy (not sure if I spelt that correctly!) was so helpful throughout; he made sure we knew what to expect and supported us. The suits were tricky to put on but they did a great job keeping us dry and warm. As for the snorkelling itself, relax and let the gentle current carry you so you can take in the beautiful colours and geology. An experience I won’t forget.

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    August 2, 2022

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    anna – United Kingdom Verified booking

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    Unique! However, there are a few things you should definitely know before booking (unfortunately I didn't find out about them until the bus was halfway to the Silfra fissure). There it was said that people with physical problems such as asthma need a medical certificate and their inhaler. But that was not checked. Putting on all the diving equipment when several groups arrive at the same time takes a lot of time and is a bit strenuous. Nothing for the particularly squeamish. We were annoyed by millions of small flies. Recommended: pack warm, comfortable long-sleeved and long-legged clothing. Valuables stay on the bus At the end you have to swim against a very slight current, which was a bit tiring due to the cold. Keeping your hands behind your back actually helps a lot against the cold on your hands

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    July 25, 2022

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    GetYourGuide traveler – Germany Verified booking

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    I'm writing this review as a mid size/plus size person. I'm about 200 lbs and 5 ft tall. Everything I read for this tour said we need to be "physically fit" and comfortable in the water. One could argue that I'm not physically fit and while I do love swimming, I only do it once a year. I've been snorkeling where the water is warm. Quite a difference experience to this one. I would strongly recommend that anyone who wants to go to read the information they send out. We came prepared with wool leggings and wool undershirt thermals and it made all of the difference. On top it looks like a little creek but underneath it was gorgeous. The 30 minutes went by so quickly. I was content to just float but the people behind were pushing us along. It was truly amazing. Overall, I would definitely recommend it. You also can't sink because of the buoyancy of the suit. As someone who is plus size and might not be the most athletic, I was definitely daunted by doing this but I'm so glad I did.

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    July 6, 2022

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    Brittany – Germany Verified booking

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