Silfra Fissure Guided Snorkeling in Thingvellir with Free Photos
Description
The Silfra Fissure is more than a snorkelling site - it is a surreal passage between two continents! Slip into the clearest water on Earth and watch a hidden world unfold around you. You’re gliding through a cathedral of rocks and shimmering blues, surrounded by volcanic rock walls that drift apart 2cm every year. Few places on the planet let you feel so connected to the forces that shape the Earth. Our expert guides are trained to ensure your safety and confidence in the water, so you’re free to focus on the wonder around you. This is not a typical swim, it’s a once in a lifetime adventure into the heart of Iceland.
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Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- IMPORTANT: 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 (https://adventures.is/media/240250/arctic-adventures-snorkeling-in-silfra-fissure-guide.pdf)
- All participants must be able to swim independently, comfortable in the water, and able to understand English to be able to safely participate in the tour
- Minimum age is 12 years old. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian booked on the same tour.
- Glasses cannot be worn under the goggles. Please bring contact lenses if required.
- We provide a thermal undersuit and dry suit to wear over your clothing while snorkeling
- PLEASE BRING: Warm base layers, preferably made from fleece or wool (not cotton), warm socks, a small towel and a change of clothes (just in case)
- Medical issues outlined in our handbook require doctors approval to join the tour (e.g., asthma, diabetes). Some conditions mean guests cannot participate.
- Pregnant people are unable to participate due to the risk of water entering the suit
- It is crucial that guests review the handbook for medical information: https://adventures.is/media/240250/arctic-adventures-snorkeling-in-silfra-fissure-guide.pdf
Reviews(622)
We had a wonderful experience with Nail our Argentine guide (I forgave her for Argentina knocking England out of the World Cup the night before). She was very friendly, explained everything very clearly, went above and beyond to help reassure me regarding my two teen daughters, and was just such a lovely person. Highly recommend the activity overall. The only downside was that we did have to wait quite a while in all our gear, due to a large amount of participants arriving late from their bus from Reykjavik. But overall, positive experience from gearing up, receiving instructions, doing the dive, and then getting hot chocolate and warming up at the end. I had to pee so badly as soon as we were done and she helped me get out of my gear extremely quickly so I could go to the bathroom. FYI: there are bathrooms close by yay! And you can bring personal items, they'll store it in a dry bag at the parking lot during your swim. Love the free photos too! Such a nice touch.
Isra was a great guide. Managed to convince the doubting.
We chose Arctic Adventures for our Silfra snorkeling tour because we trusted the company and wanted to feel safe and supported during such a unique experience. Sadly, our experience with our guide, Nico, was extremely disappointing. From the very beginning, we felt completely excluded. While Nic was warm, friendly, and attentive towards the other members of the group, he barely interacted with us. He spent time talking with the others, explaining things to them, and making sure they were comfortable, but we did not receive the same treatment. The difference in how we were treated was impossible to ignore and made us feel unwelcome throughout the entire tour. As nervous first-time snorkelers, we were hoping for reassurance and guidance. Instead, we felt completely left on our own. During the snorkel, I was anxious the entire time because I did not feel confident that our guide would be there if something went wrong. Rather than feeling supported and safe, I felt abandoned and worried throughout the experience. This took away from what should have been an exciting and enjoyable activity. After getting out of the water, I felt dizzy and unwell, but our guide was nowhere near us. At a moment when I felt I needed support, there was no sign of him. When it came time to remove and return the equipment, his attitude towards me was dismissive and rude, which only added to our disappointment. The most upsetting part was the clear contrast between how we were treated and how the other three members of the group were treated. They received friendly conversations, attention, explanations, and encouragement throughout the tour. Meanwhile, we felt ignored from start to finish. The difference was so obvious that it left us questioning why we were not shown the same level of respect, kindness, and attention as everyone else. Silfra itself is absolutely breathtaking and was the highlight of our trip to Iceland. Unfortunately, the way we were treated by our guide overshadowed what should have been an unforgettable experience. We left feeling disappointed, excluded, and far less valued than the other guests on the tour.
Hello, we're genuinely sorry to read this. What you're describing is not the experience we want any guest to have with us, and we'd like to look into what happened on that specific tour. Our Silfra team has been notified, and we'd genuinely like to hear the details directly. Please reach out to us with your booking reference so we can look into your specific departure and follow up with you properly. Arctic Adventures Team
We booked this the day before and it worked out great to meet them at P5-was great to hike around from there after, too!! Michi was our guide and she was great. I loved they took our pics because there’s no way to operate your phone in a bag with all that gear. Once in a lifetime experience!!
Hi there, thanks for taking a moment. Glad the Silfra day worked out well and that the guide brought good care to it. Hope you'll be back! Arctic Adventures Team
It was a very beautiful activity with magnificent and impressive underwater views. Our guide Hernan was extraordinarily kind, attentive, and very competent. My 21-year-old daughter and I loved it.
We did the tour with Laura, in groups of 6. After arriving at the meeting point, the check-in was quick; we were given under-suits and then drysuits to stay dry underneath. Our belongings are left at the meeting point. Then the tour begins and lasts about 40min. The water is very cold. It is very beautiful. Thank you Laura
Hi there, much appreciated. Glad Silfra was as beautiful as it should be, and that the guide kept the group looked after throughout. See you next time! Arctic Adventures Team
Very professional explanations in full details. Our lady guide was kind and polite.
Hi there, what a kind review to read. Glad the pre-dive explanations set the tone and that the guide brought both professionalism and warmth to the day. Can't wait to have you back with us! Arctic Adventures Team
My wife and I enjoyed this experience a ton and even though we were a little nervous, Aleks did a great job preparing us and checking in with us throughout the time. Would highly recommend, and hope you get Aleks as a guide!
Hi there, thanks for writing this. Glad you made it into the water regardless, and that the guide brought good care throughout. That takes some courage. Hope Iceland pulls you back one day! Arctic Adventures Team
the place is amazing and our tour guide Marta was great, but the photos that were supposed to be uploaded to the link you sent isnt there. the folder is empty. and I saw that Marta already uploaded photis from the day after. if there is an issue with the photos please let us know. its unfair
Nice experience, nice guides. Value for money. Wild nature. Once’s in a lifetime experience
Hi Alex, much appreciated! Glad Silfra was a memorable one for you and the guides brought the right care. Looking forward to the next one! Arctic Adventures Team
