Silfra Snorkeling Adventure
About this activity
Highlights
- Snorkel between tectonic plates
- Explore crystal-clear glacial waters
- Witness vibrant underwater landscapes
- Experience unique geological formations
- Enjoy a guided adventure in Thingvellir National Park
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided snorkeling tour in Silfra Fissure
- All necessary snorkeling equipment
- Professional guide with safety briefing
- Transportation to and from the meeting point
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- Participants must be comfortable in cold water and able to swim.
- The tour operates in all weather conditions; dress appropriately.
- Children under 12 years old are not permitted on this tour.
Know before you go
- Wear a swimsuit under the provided dry suit for comfort.
- Bring a towel and a change of clothes for after the tour.
- Ensure you have a valid passport or ID for check-in.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Good to know
- Have read, signed, and followed directions on the Snorkeling Silfra Medical Statement Form –https://troll.is/medical). You can sign the form at the meeting location.
- Be comfortable in water and be able to swim.
- Communicate in English at the time of the tour.
- Be physically fit.
- You must be prepared to wear a dry suit (tight at the neck) to protect against cold water; please note that slight water leakage around the neck and sleeves area may happen, and that is considered normal.
- You must be a minimum of 135 cm and a maximum of 200 cm in height and weigh between 30 and 140 kilos along with being physically fit.
- You must be a maximum of 69 years of age to participate in this tour. If you are over 60 years of age, you need a medical waiver, available on page 2 of the Medical Statement.
- You must be a minimum of 12 years of age to participate in this tour. Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian booked on the same tour.
- If you are over 45 and partake/have partaken in pipe smoking or heavy alcohol intake, you need a medical waiver.
- Please note that should you have any neurological, circulatory or respiratory problems or underlying diseases, battled any illnesses or have any physical problems you might have to turn in a physicians allowance to participate in this tour.
- This is a self drive tour, you need your own car to arrive to the meeting point, please note there are no public buses to reach the location.
- Standard snorkel masks don’t fit over glasses. We recommend bringing contact lenses for the best experience.
- Silfra gets very busy in summer. That's why we recommend booking our earliest morning or late afternoon tours.
Traveler reviews
Can't miss!
ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! Where else do you get to do this? Our guide, Belu, was spectacular. The views were gorgeous. They give you all the equipment you need and hot chocolate after! Sure, it's a little cold, but you ignore that almost instantly when you get your first peek. This was recommended to me by a friend who said it was HER favorite experience, and I absolutely agree. Do this if you can, top of the to do list.
Good experience for anyone who hasn't donned a dry suit
Preparation was good and the snorkel itself was a great experience for my 12 year old - we were both warm throughout but others in the party didn't like the cold. Great experience and my son wants to scuba now! Water was super clear and effort was minimal - moved with the current. Great photos too and our instructor (Julia) was spot on and helped my son feel at ease.
A highlight of my visit to Iceland
Belu and Joaquin were great. Made sure our equipment kept us dry and explained the different spots we were snorkeling on. She took the time to take great pictures too. I'm so glad I did this!
Show up early: the place...
Show up early: the place is crowded, and tour operators are on the clock to accommodate everyone. Diving is probably better, but go for the snorkeling experience if you're not qualified for the full experience.
Amazing
Brilliant experience with a great guide, thank you Leo.