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Being able to snorkel in the Silfra fissure is a privilege that mother nature literally opened up for us. Silfra is a big 'crack' in the ground located in Thingvellir on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge formed as two tectonic plates move apart from each other. The benefits of choosing the wetsuit option is you can dive down and have the most unique perspective, seeing above and below the water. This choice is popular for scuba divers who do not have the required certifications for the scuba dive. If you're not a confident swimmer then the drysuit can be a better option. Prior experience snorkeling/ diving will help you greatly to dive down but is not necessary. You can book the drysuit option on another listing for you or other people in your group for the same time tour. We always have small groups, 6 people per guide. This allows for a more closer and personal feel. If you have a group of 7 or more you can be together preparing your equipment but in the water some of you will be separate.
The location of Silfra, where the snorkeling takes place, is within Thingvellir National park. Passengers, while driving through, get a chance to view some of the beautiful nature the national park has to offer
Heading out from your Reykjavík accommodation to Silfra takes about 45 minutes. After greeting your certified guide, you'll get a briefing on the tour and what to expect. Upon arrival, you'll gear up, listen to a safety overview, and head into the glacially flooded fissure known as Silfra. You'll spend around 30–40 minutes in the water before exiting and walking back around 5 minutes walk. You'll then get a chance of warming up with a well earned hot chocolate. We’ll take photos during the snorkeling. Typically 40–100 images, depending on group size and skill level. The photos will be available for download a few days later free of charge. For the wetsuit option, just wear your swimsuit underneath. We recommend bringing thick (preferably wool) socks to help keep your feet warm while snorkeling. We’re the only company offering both wetsuit and drysuit options. This means members of your group can book in wetsuits or drysuits and you will still be in the same group in the water.
Silfra fissure is often considered one of the top diving or snorkeling locations worldwide. This is due to the unique in-water visibility due the pristine glacier water that has been filtering through lava fields for many decades. Average in-water visibility is +100m/+300ft. Many say that snorkeling in Silfra feels like flying due to the clear glacial water. Feel thirsty on the way? No worries, just take a sip as the water in Silfra might even be more pure and better than the top shelf bottled water you would buy back home. Thingvellir National Park, where Silfra is situated, is where two tectonic plates meet with around 6-7km/4miles gab between the two. Snorkeling in Silfra therefore means you are snorkeling between two tectonic plates.
Summer season: March - October 09:00 tour – pickup time: 7:30–8:00 AM 12:00 tour – pickup time: 10:30–11:00 AM Winter season: November - February 09:30 tour – pickup time: 8:00–8:30 AM 12:30 tour – pickup time: 11:00–11:30 AM Please look out for a van with an Adventure Vikings logo
Silfra Wetsuit Snorkeling Tour with Underwater Photos - From Reykjavik lasts about 5 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
Prices start at $219 per person for this Reykjavik experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Summer season: March - October 09:00 tour – pickup time: 7:30–8:00 AM 12:00 tour – pickup time: 10:30–11:00 AM Winter season: November - February 09:30 tour – pickup time: 8:00–8:30 AM 12:30 tour – pickup time: 11:00–11:30 AM Please look out for a van with an Adventure Vikings logo Pickup points include CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyMALbX/aYR5o8av1CMjkrmM=, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyDz1Vi5zE8qpneddO9kE6dI=.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 133 verified reviews; it is run by Adventure Vikings. Most-mentioned highlights: Underwater photos; Pick up and drop off in Reykjavik; Use of Snorkelling equipment.
Incredible experience!!! Our guide, Kaya, was so helpful and lovely. She helped us get our gear on quickly and ensured we were well-informed and felt safe throughout the entire activity. The snorkeling was unreal. The water was so clear, clean, crisp and beautiful. Amazing!!!
Brilliant experience! Dory was super cool and informative! Definitely recommend!!
An incredible experience with a top-notch guide!! We thank our guide Inès for the hot chocolate at the end 😁
Everything went smoothly from pick up ( which we were late for) and the snorkeling Everyone was absolutely amazing and extremely patient. I was a little concerned about doing this due to the cold weather, but I am so happy we chose to do this as a family. Highly recommended
I had the pleasure of snorkeling with Ines in a wetsuit in the Silfra Fissure. The pick-up and drop-off from Reykjavik were seamless. My diving guide, Ines, set very clear expectations for a wetsuit versus a drysuit. While I was a solo traveler, I was in a group with 3 other people, and unfortunately one young woman didn’t take her advice to heart. You have to REALLY want to be in a wetsuit to choose that option. My feet were numb, face was numb, but I survived! It was a bucket-list item that has been checked-off in the best way. I was thoroughly impressed with not only Ines’ preparation but also how she pivoted to keep the entire group safe while one person had a panic attack in the water. I would highly recommend Adventure Vikings as consummate professionals.
The experience was amazing start to finish. Our guide was knowledgeable, fun and always had her eyes on us. Would recommend this tour to everyone
This was a great time! Enough mix of exciting and funny to keep it a fun experience. Anil was a great guide and kept us all feeling very safe and secure, explained the experience well before hand so we all felt prepared. Suit is right around the neck on land, though in the water the air in the suit makes the feeling go away- a very cold but great time! Hot chocolate after made the experience too :) photos after we’re both beautiful and hilarious.
Silfra snorkeling was absolutely spectacular and Ines was a fantastic guide! We had a fabulous time and would recommend it to anyone.
Ines was an amazing instructor. I’m so happy i was with her! And she took amazing pictures!
Great experience, Dory was super nice and super helpful. Made the trip very enjoyable! Took some awesome pictures !
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