Silfra Snorkeling - From Reykjavik
About this activity
Highlights
- Snorkel between Snorkel between the North American & Eurasian tectonic plates plates
- Crystal-clear water with visibility up to 150 meters
- Guided experience with certified dive professionals
- Small group size (max 6 per guide)
- Visit Þingvellir National Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Full description
Fed by the Langjökull glacier and filtered through lava fields for decades, Silfra offers visibility of up to 150 meters (490 ft), making it one of the clearest waters on Earth. With a certified guide, dry suit insulation, and small group sizes, you’ll safely explore Silfra’s famous sections—including the narrow Big Crack, the stunning Silfra Cathedral, and the peaceful lagoon.
This unforgettable experience includes round-trip transport from Reykjavik, all snorkeling gear, and free underwater photos—making it a true bucket-list activity in Iceland.
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transfer from Reykjavik
- Certified snorkeling guide (PADI Divemaster)
- Silfra entrance fee
- Dry suit & thermal undersuit
- Snorkeling equipment (mask, fins, hood, gloves)
- Free underwater photos
- Hot chocolate & cookies after the tour
- Food beyond light refreshments
- Towel
- Warm base layers (required under dry suit)
Meeting point
Start Location
Reykjavik, Iceland
Important information
Know before you book
- Participants must be comfortable in water and able to swim
- Minimum age is 12 years; children under 18 require parental consent
- A medical statement form must be signed prior to the tour
- You must meet dry suit size requirements: 150–200 cm (4'11
- Not suitable for pregnant travelers
Know before you go
- Wear warm undergarments and woolen socks
- Bring a towel and a change of clothes
- Parking fees may apply at the meeting point
Cancellation policy
Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Reviews
I had the absolute BEST TIME going on the Katla Ice Cave tour!! One of my best experiences. The ice cave and all the views around it were STUNNING. I was amazed by what I was seeing. 110% recommend booking this tour!! Also, shout out to our tour guide Arny! Thank you!
I had the absolute BEST TIME going on the Katla Ice Cave tour!! One of my best experiences. The ice cave and all the views around it were STUNNING. I was amazed by what I was seeing. 110% recommend booking this tour!! Also, shout out to our tour guide Arny! Thank you!
We just completed the 7-day tour and it was incredible! For the 6-day portion of the tour, Maggie was the BEST tour guide! She shared interesting facts about Iceland, sprinkled in with great humor. She kept the tour group running on time and gave clear instructions about appropriate attire for each attraction (for example, when to wear waterproof clothes). She also made sure we had the appropriate amount of time for each attraction; of course there was a stop or two that we wish we had more time to explore, but that is the nature of doing a country-wide tour. Overall, Maggie was the MVP and we will miss her dearly! The hotels were nice, and the dinner and breakfast selections were quite broad; they always included at least one vegetarian option. Some hotels even had hot tubs which were an added bonus. The Wilderness Center was by far our favorite hotel! There was an instance of miscommunication from Arctic Adventures (not at all Maggie’s fault), namely clarity on how to book the lagoon visit for an extra fee. It was easily resolved with a brief phone call but we wish there was clearer communication from Arctic before the tour began. The 7th day included some folks from the 6-day tour and some folks doing just a tour for that day. We had a different guide, Bruno, who was also great. The 7th day does feel a bit disconnected from the previous 6, but we would still recommend doing it because the Snæfellsnes Peninsula is a beautiful way to end a country-wide tour of Iceland. Overall, we highly recommend this tour. We found the price to be worth the experience, especially with a guide like Maggie!