Swimming Between Continents
Drysuit Exploration
Snorkeling in Silfra is truly once in a lifetime experience! National Geographic describes Silfra as one of the top dive sites in the world. Find out for yourself as you glide between tectonic plates floating on pure, filtered glacial meltwater.
Join this incredible snorkelling tour discovering the beautiful and unique Silfra Fissure, and see for yourself just how amazing Iceland’s glacial springs can be! This is a fantastic opportunity for any visitor looking to unravel the stunning mysteries of Silfra Fissure in a small group and under the guidance of a highly experienced PADI snorkelling guide.
Situated in the picturesque UNESCO World Heritage site, Þingvellir National Park, Silfra is famed as Iceland’s number one dive and snorkelling location. Your tour will begin at the meeting point, Silfra visitors’ car park, where you will meet your friendly and knowledgeable guide.
Your guides will proceed to brief you on Silfra’s origins, take you through the basics of snorkelling and teach you how to adorn your equipment. They’ll also point out the moment you can touch the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates at the same time, as well as other points of interest en route.
You will be provided with a drysuit and thermal undersuit, keeping you cosy from the 2-4°Celsius (35-39°Fahrenheit) water temperature, as well as a mask, snorkel, fins and neoprene hoods and gloves. Your drysuit will keep your buoyant in the water, allowing you to float along Silfra’s light current in peace and tranquillity.
Visibility at Silfra Fissure will often exceed 100 metres, allowing you full scope over this dramatic canyon’s fascinating rock formations, hidden caves and luminous “Troll Hair” algae.
If you partake during the summer, you will be privy to the glorious rays of the Midnight Sun as they illuminate the scene around you; if you’re snorkelling during the winter, you will have the unique chance to surface in a snow-laded paradise.
Upon exiting the water, you'll be invited to warm up with cookies and some delicious and traditional Icelandic hot chocolate.
So don’t delay any longer! Hurry now and you too can enjoy the splendours of Silfra Fissure with this phenomenal snorkelling experience. Check availability by choosing a date.
Tour Highlights
Meet on Location only.
Guided snorkeling tour in Silfra Fissure – Silfra Hall, Silfra Cathedral, Big Crack, and Silfra Lagoon. Snorkeling in Silfra is truly once in a lifetime experience! National Geographic describes Silfra as one of the top dive sites in the world.
- Drysuitt and other snorkeling equipment that will keep you warm and comfortable.
- Small-Group Guarantee – 6 person max per guide
- One of the world’s top dive sites.
- Enjoy snorkeling between the American and European continental plates
- Beautiful surrounding area of the Thingvellir UNESCO world heritage site.
- Crystal clear waters – amazing underwater visibility
- Free photos from the tour
- Small-groups & personal experience
- Certified PADI Master Instructor
- Hot drinks and cookies after the trip
What do I need to bring?
We will provide you with all necessary gear required for snorkeling. You will, however, have to bring:
- Clothes suited to dress under a drysuit such as long warm underclothes or thick thermal layer, thick warm socks
- Warm clothes to wear prior and after the snorkeling
- Towel ( if you have long hair )
- Lunch or Snack
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Multilingual qualified guide
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National Park Fee
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Dry suit + mask&snorkel + fins + undergarment + hood + gloves + boots
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Complimentary photos ( available 1-5 days after the tour)
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Hot chocolate/coffee & cookies
Silfra parking lot, next to p5 parking lot, Thingvellir national park, iceland
We will provide you with all necessary gear required for snorkeling. You will, however, have to bring:
-
Clothes suited to dress under a drysuit such as long warm underclothes or thick thermal layer, thick warm socks
-
Warm clothes to wear prior and after the snorkeling
-
Towel ( if you have long hair )
-
Lunch or Snack
-
Camera strap if you bring your own (you can rent a GoPro camera from us)
- Difficulty:
- Easy
- Duration:
- 3 hours
- Price From:
- 14.900 ISK