Snorkeling in Silfra Fault in Þingvellir National Park near Reykjavík

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Take part in one of the most incredible snorkelling experiences in the world: snorkelling in Iceland's Silfra Fault!

Take part in one of the most incredible snorkelling experiences in the world: snorkelling in Iceland's Silfra Fault!

Part of the Thingvellir (Þingvellir) National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Silfra Fault is a renowned site for snorkelling in Iceland. With its captivating shades of blue, visibility of up to 150 metres and impressive rock formations, the waters of Silfra invite you to do just one thing: dive!

Equipped with a drysuit to keep you warm and fully clothed, and all the snorkelling gear you need (fins, mask and snorkel), you will have the privilege of swimming between the Eurasian and American tectonic plates, in water between 2 and 4°C coming from the Langjökull glacier. The guide who accompanies you in the water will take photos of you as you snorkel in the Silfra fault, so you will have some precious memories!

This must-do activity in Iceland is not only available directly on site, but also from Reykjavík where you can be picked up by the guide, so make the most of it and discover snorkelling in the Silfra Fault without delay!

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Practical information

Course of events

- Meeting with the guide at the Silfra car park (Þingvellir Parking P5 - small fee of 500 ISK to pay on site by cash or card) 15 minutes before the start of the activity

- Briefing on the activity and safety instructions

- Distribution of wetsuits and equipment

- Launch for the snorkelling excursion in the Silfra fault (40 minutes to 1 hour)

- De-equipping, return of equipment and end of the activity

Activity requirements

Knowing how to swim is compulsory for this activity.

Minimum weight: 99 lbs (45 kg) / Maximum weight: 264 lbs (120 kg)

Minimum height: 150 cm / Maximum height: 200 cm

Please refer to and complete this medical declaration form before booking the activity.

Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Please be ready in the Silfra car park to meet your guide 15 MINUTES before your tour is due to begin.

Preferably wear fleece or wool undergarments (no cotton).

Special terms

Pregnant people cannot participate in this activity.

It is not possible to take part in the activity wearing glasses: if you have a prescription mask, please bring it with you. If not, we advise you to wear contact lenses before joining the guide.

It is important that you can both understand and communicate in English in order to participate in the tour.

Meeting point:
Silfra Car Park - Þingvellir Parking P5, 7V4G+8GF, 806 Thingvellir, Iceland
Spoken languages:English
Included
  • Drysuit
  • All the snorkeling equipment (fins, mask and snorkel)
  • Guide
  • Þingvellir National Park entrance
  • Hot chocolate
  • Biscuits
  • Photos
Excluded
  • Transfer to and from Reykjavík
Do not forget to bring
  • Warm undergarments
  • Warm woolen socks
  • Change of clothes
  • Towel

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4.7/5

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Michaela B., Germany — 26/07/2022
5/5
I felt like on another planet. The shapes, the colors are out of this world.
Anne S., France — 17/08/2022
5/5
Snorkeling à l'endroit où les plaques tectoniques de 2 continents s'écartent
Maren D., Germany — 26/07/2022
4/5
Sehr schön

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