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Reykjavík: Snorkeling in Silfra Fissure – Wetsuit & Drysuit Options
2 hours 30 minutes
Reykjavík
From
22.990 ISK
Silfra Fissure Snorkeling with Reykjavík Pickup & Free Photos
Snorkel between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates at the legendary Silfra Fissure in Þingvellir National Park. This 5.5-hour small-group tour includes Reykjavík pickup, full drysuit gear, free underwater photos, and hot chocolate.
- Duration
- 5 hours 30 minutes
- Starts From
- Reykjavík
- Pickup
- Pickup required
- Minimum age
- 12+
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Season
- All year
- Passengers
- Min 1
- Travel method
- Mini Bus / Car
About this experience
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Dive into one of the world's most extraordinary underwater environments at the Silfra Fissure, a geological wonder located within Þingvellir National Park — a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates are slowly pulling apart, creating a crack you can actually snorkel through.
The glacial water that fills Silfra originates from Langjökull glacier and is naturally filtered through porous lava fields for decades before reaching the fissure. The result is some of the purest water on Earth, with visibility stretching up to 150 metres — conditions that make every colour and contour of the underwater landscape appear impossibly vivid.
Your PADI-certified English-speaking guide leads a small group with a maximum ratio of one guide per six guests, ensuring personalised attention throughout the experience. All snorkeling equipment is provided, including a thermal undersuit and drysuit to keep you warm in the glacial water.
Reykjavík hotel pickup and drop-off are included, along with park admission, free underwater photos taken by your guide, and hot chocolate and cookies to warm up after your snorkel. The full experience runs approximately 5 hours 30 minutes.
Highlights
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Pickup locations
Final available pickup options are selected during checkout and may vary by operator.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need snorkeling or diving experience to join this tour?↓
No prior snorkeling or diving experience is required. Your PADI-certified guide will provide a full briefing and equipment fitting before entering the water. You do need to be comfortable in water and able to swim.
What is the water temperature at Silfra, and will I be cold?↓
The water at Silfra remains at around 2–4°C year-round. You will be fitted with a thermal undersuit and drysuit, which keep you warm and dry throughout the snorkel. Most participants find the gear comfortable for the duration of the experience.
What is the minimum age for this tour?↓
Participants must be at least 12 years old to join this tour. All participants must also fall within the drysuit size parameters: weight 45–120 kg and height 150–200 cm.
Can I wear glasses during the snorkel?↓
Standard snorkeling masks cannot accommodate glasses. If you require vision correction, please arrange to wear contact lenses on the day of the tour. Prescription snorkel masks are not provided by the operator.
Where and how do I receive my free underwater photos?↓
Your guide photographs the experience during the snorkel. After the tour, the images are made available online. Allow up to 48 hours for the photos to appear. The link to access them is provided with your booking confirmation.
Is this tour suitable year-round?↓
Yes, the Silfra Fissure can be snorkeled throughout the year. Water visibility and temperature remain consistent across all seasons, and the drysuit equipment provided is appropriate for the conditions regardless of when you visit.
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