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Small-Group Snorkeling in Silfra with Transfer & Free photos Included Snorkel
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255 Ratings
Reykjavik
Experience the thrill of snorkeling between two continents in Silfra fissure. Dive into the crystal-clear waters and explore the stunning sights below the surface. Limited to eight people per guide for a small-group adventure.
Duration:
5 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Thingvellir National Park - Snorkel between the two tectonic plates of North America and Eurasia in one of the world’s most popular and clearest dive sites, Silfra fissure located in the heart of Thingvellir National Park.
What's Included
- Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO world-heritage site.
- Small group guarantee
- Certified Padi Diverguide / Divemaster
- Reykjavik pick up with return
- Snorkeling experience in Silfra fissure
- Use of specialized snorkeling gear and dry-suit
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
Experience the irreplaceable opportunity of snorkeling between two tectonic plates at Thingvellir National Park. Following a convenient pickup from your hotel in Reykjavik, you’ll be transported to the world-renowned park recognized by UNESCO. Once there, you’ll suit up in the provided dry suit and embark towards Lake Thingvallavatn. Plunge into the crystal clear waters of the Silfra fissure, a geographical marvel marking the separation between the American and European tectonic plates. Enjoy an illustration of underwater beauty during an unmatchable 40-minute snorkeling adventure. To ensure an intimate and personalized experience, the groups are capped at eight persons per guide.
- Minimum age is 12 years old. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian booked on the same tour.
- It is recommended to bring a change of clothing, packed lunch and warm undergarments
- All snorkelers must fill out a medical form before participating in the tour - https://adventures.is/media/230104/arctic-adventures-snorkeling-silfra-guide.pdf
- You need to know how to swim to be able to participate in this tour
- This is a small group tour ensuring a more personalized experience limited to 6 participants per guide.
- Requirements: Weight limit: 45-120kg. Height limit: 150cm – 200cm.
- Please review the medical statement form in our Snorkeling Handbook before booking the tour. If you have any medical issues you will need to get medical approval from a doctor. https://adventures.is/media/230104/arctic-adventures-snorkeling-silfra-guide.pdf
- Pregnant women can unfortunately not participate in the snorkeling tour due to the small risk of cold water entering the suit.
Location
Reykjavik
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(255 Ratings)
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Seaside42921725471
Jun 23, 2024
100000/10 - We had so much fun doing this! The guides were amazing and knowledgeable about the silfra. It was such a fun and amazing experience!
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Katieml9416jl
May 31, 2024
Incredible - This was an incredible experience... our guide Francesca looked after us so well. The snorkeling was brilliant and the pictures were great. My 2 sons, aged 15 and 13 loved it. Thank you for a great experience!
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Chad382
May 29, 2024
Once in a lifetime experience - Once in a lifetime experience for our family of six. Our guide, Sara, was great! She got us all outfitted in dry suits and prepared for the dive. She also took some great pictures. So cool!!
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Bobwayland
May 26, 2024
Artic adventures did a great job - Once in a lifetime experience. We drove our rental car to the site. Artic gives you the directions on where to park. Meeting point easy to find since you drive right by it. Wool socks worked great. You change into warming suit they provided outside, then they help you get into wet suit. Everyone had "long johns" or leggings that they wore under the warming suit. Warming suit was like a one piece thermal suit. Bathroom on site. Artic gives plenty of instructions and guides are scuba verified. Very professional in every aspect. One person who had never snorkled quit soon after entering the water and another had to get towed (pulled into the exit point). Both were 20 something. Plenty of people in 60's who were not very fit made it without any issues. If you don't give up easy and have snorkled before, you should be fine. Probably 40 minutes in water. Just float on your back if tired. Very clear water and tatonuc plate opening is as far as you can see. I have never experienced anything like this before.
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339lorenzoh
May 25, 2024
Awesome ! - Amazing tour. This is a must in Iceland and definitely you will enjoy the great view inside the water. You have to double check you suit so yo do not get wet
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696averiem
May 24, 2024
Amazing snorkeling experience in the Silfra Fissure - We were well prepared having read the guide before hand. We had brought wool socks, thermals, and a change of clothes (that was left in our car). Parking in P5 was 1,000 isk. The whole process from checking in to the snorkel and then finishing with hot chocolate was a little under 2 hours. A few things to mentally prepare yourself for: 1. the dry suit is a bit heavy and tight around the neck. 2. Your hands will likely get a bit cold as water will get in your neoprene gloves. 3. With your thermals, their base layer, and then dry suit your body is surprising warm and very buoyant. 4. When you first look down into the water it very daunting and seems so deep, just give it a minute and relax and you will settle in. 5. Make sure to go to the bathroom before you get your dry suit on as it will be a long time before you can go to the bathroom.
Our guides Yannis and Francesca were both amazing. The whole process was down to an art and science from putting on the gear properly and in proper order to supporting you in every way possible. In the water they asked often if everyone was ok and feeling good. I appreciated seeing our masks and snorkels getting cleaned as soon as we were done using them. It was wonderful that they took pictures and they clearly explained how to retrieve them.
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Pioneer26641232271
May 23, 2024
Great experience! - Very relaxed and beautiful experience! It's a must see to get close and personal to the fault and swim around. Recommend going if you get the chance.
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52aidend
May 14, 2024
Unique experience with otherworldly nature - This was the highlight of my solo trip to Iceland. Truly a unique experience, snorkeling in near-zero degree water with insane visibility. The guides did a great job, shout out to Yannis for the great tour and laughs along the way. I especially liked the new Little Silfra fissure, and how everything was so clear that it felt right next to you. You can even drink the water!
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Michelle_p
Jun 20, 2024
Unique Adventure - The experience itself was remarkable. I was disappointed in the photos I received, I was very far away and you could essentially not tell it was me and did not show the beauty of the snorkel. Was disappointed not to leave with a better keepsake of the experience.
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Mrk7070pp
Jun 4, 2024
STAY AWAY FROM ARTIC ADVENTURES - If you are sick, they will NOT refund you. I was sick the day we took off for Iceland and was given antibiotics for an upper respiratory infection which includes asthma like symptoms. The next day we showed up for our silfra snorkeling, we were turned away for safety. As disappointing as it was, the lady was very nice and we contacted who they said to contact regarding a refund. This was a once in a lifetime experience for us- it cost nearly $300. They keep saying because I have a medical condition and didn’t fill out a form I will not get the refund. I DO NOT HAVE ASTHMA.
I DO NOT have a medical condition!! We are young healthy and fit! I was sick, and was totally fine the next day. I even asked for a half refund to be understanding. They will not help, and we feel we were robbed as we could have done the experience but wanted to be understanding of the circumstances, only to have them keep our $300!!!
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