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From Reykjavik: Silfra Fissure Snorkeling Half-Day Trip

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

Activity provider:Arctic Adventures
4.7  / 5
567 reviews
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From $137.78 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.

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Duration 3 - 5.5 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 mobility impairments
  • People with claustrophobia
  • People with heart problems
  • People with respiratory issues
  • People with epilepsy
  • People over 264 lbs (120 kg)
  • People with diabetes
  • People under 4 ft 9 in (150 cm)
  • People over 6 ft 6 in (200 cm)
  • Visually impaired people
  • People under 99 lbs (45 kg)
  • People with pre-existing medical conditions
  • People with high blood pressure

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Participants

Date

Meeting point

Park at Thingvellir Parking P5. This is located 400m further down the road from where you will be diving. Walk 400m back along the road until you reach the snorkel and dive vans.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Warm clothing
  • Change of clothes

Not allowed

  • Unaccompanied minors

Know before you go

  • Please read this snorkeling handbook before booking this tour https://adventures.is/media/230104/arctic-adventures-snorkeling-silfra-guide.pdf
  • Participants need to be comfortable in the water and be able to swim
  • Snorkeling in the Silfra fissure involves a moderate level of exercise
  • Remember to bring: warm undergarments, preferably fleece/wool, no cotton, warm woolen socks, and a change of clothes
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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 567 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.5/5
  • Service
    4.7/5
  • Organization
    4.5/5

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GetYourGuide traveler – United KingdomNovember 18, 2023 – Verified booking
It was amazing, it’s a once in a lifetime thing you must do when visiting Iceland It was very well organised and was well with another early morning pick up. We would 100% recommend the snorkelling rather than the scuba as you see the same thing And we came out totally dry !
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Sarah – GermanyNovember 12, 2023 – Verified booking
it was unique. Dominika was the best, always looked after everyone and was very considerate and lovely. Hot chocolate and cookies rounded off the experience. For insecure swimmers: you can't sink because of the suits and fins! super safe!
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Claudia – United StatesNovember 12, 2023 – Verified booking
The experience of snorkeling between two continents was amazing. We had never snorkeled in cold weather snd had never used dry suits. I was afraid that my lower face and hands would be painfully frozen as those two areas do get wet, but it was fine. After the snorkeling we had hot chocolate and cookies. It was a beautiful day. One thing that could have been a bit better was the attitude of our guide. He seemed kind of aggravated and impatient especially with other members of the group who didn’t speak or understand English well. He was also sort of complaining about taking photos “ of course we always have to have the photos” in an aggravated tone. Impatient with getting us in and out of the suits to an extent. It did take away somewhat from the experience, because you felt a bit like you were burdening the man. Would definitely recommend, would have been somewhat better with a different guide.
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