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Silfra Fissure Snorkeling Odyssey - with Pickup in Reykjavík | Free Underwater Photos & Hot Coco!

Operated by Arctic Adventures

Silfra Fissure Snorkeling Odyssey - with Pickup in Reykjavík | Free Underwater Photos & Hot Coco!
Duration:5 hours 30 minutes
Travel by:Mini Bus / Car
Difficulty:Moderate
Min. age:12+ years
Hotel pickup:Meet at location
Meeting point:Reykjavík

About this experience

Silfra Fissure Snorkeling Odyssey - with Pickup in Reykjavík | Free Underwater Photos & Hot Coco!

Tour Highlights:

  • Convenient pickup & dropoff in Reykjavík from designated locations
  • The Silfra Fissure is located in the the stunning Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site 45 minutes from Reykjavík
  • Snorkel between the separating North American and Eurasian tectonic plates - a geological marvel only found in Silfra
  • Experience the clearest waters in the world! The glacial water originates from Langjökull (Long Glacier) and is naturally filtered through lava fields, resulting in some of the purest water on Earth,with an incredible visibility of up to 150 meters.
  • Expert guide per guest ratio: 1:6

Pick Up

Please be at your selected pick up location at your scheduled departure time. Your comfortable minibus will be marked with an Arctic Adventures logo. The pickup process can take up to 30 minutes, thank you in advance for your patience.

Highlights

  • Afternoon, Evening & Night
  • Nature & Scenery
  • Outdoor Activities
  • Snorkeling & Diving

What's included

  • Pickup and dropoff in Reykjavík 
  • Minibus transfer to Thingvellir National Park
  • Admission fee to Thingvellir National Park
  • English-speaking certified divemaster
  • Snorkeling gear (including thermal undersuit, drysuit, boots, snorkel, fins, gloves)
  • Complimentary underwater photos taken by your guide
  • Hot chocolate & cookies to warm up after snorkeling

Good to know

  • Thermal base layers in wool, fleece, or synthetic materials
  • Warm socks in wool, fleece, or neoprene
  • A spare set of clothes and socks for after the activity
  • A towel (your face, hair, and hands will get wet)
  • Outdoor clothing suitable for the current weather conditions
  • Voucher
  • If required, a doctor’s letter (please review the Medical Statement page to check whether this applies to you)
  • Contact lenses, if needed (glasses cannot be worn under the snorkeling mask)

SNORKELING IN SILFRA HANDBOOK - PLEASE READ  

  • Guests must read and sign the medical statement form in our Snorkeling Handbook. If you have a listed medical condition, approval from a doctor is required
  • Participants need to be comfortable in the water and able to swim
  • It is crucial that guests can both understand and communicate in English to participate in the tour
  • This tour is not suitable for pregnant people due to the small risk of cold water entering the suit
  • Dry suit sizes: Our gear is limited to standard sizes available on the market, and it’s crucial that guests fall within the specified size parameters. This ensures the safety equipment fits properly, keeping you warm and protected in the glacial waters. For your safety and comfort, please confirm that you meet the required sizing guidelines:
    • Weight: 99-265 lbs (45-120 kg)
    • Height: 4'11" - 6'7" (150-200 cm)
  • Snorkeling masks cannot accommodate glasses. If you do not have a prescription mask of your own, please arrange to use contact lenses

Participants are responsible for reviewing our Snorkeling Handbook before the tour. The  handbook contains important medical and safety information. If guests do not meet the requirements for safe participation, we are unable to accommodate them on the tour.

Meeting point

Reykjavík

REY

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

Tour operator

Operated by

Arctic Adventures

Questions & answers

How long is the tour?

5 hours 30 minutes

Where does the tour start?

Reykjavík, Reykjavík

Is hotel pickup available?

Yes — hotel pickup is required for this tour.

Is there a minimum age?

Participants must be at least 12 years old.

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From

26,990 ISK

per person

Select a date

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Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

Tour operator

Arctic Adventures

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From

26,990 ISK