Reykjavík: Private | Silfra Snorkeling with Pick-Up
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Overview
Silfra, a crystal-clear freshwater fissure in Thingvellir National Park, is one of the world’s top dive sites, just 50 km from Reykjavik.
What's included?
Pick-up/drop-off in central Reykjavik
Knowledgeable, English-speaking guide
Entrance fee to the National park
All necessary gear for snorkeling
Free underwater Silfra photos
Hot chocolate after snorkeling
Food and drinks not included
Swimwear & towel not included
Warm clothes not included
What to expect?
Silfra is one of the top dive sites in the world and situated in the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Thingvellir, only about 50 km from Reykjavik. Silfra is a freshwater fissure about 60-63 meter deep, where you can almost see end to end as the water is so clear. The water is so pristine it feels like flying.
By snorkeling in drysuit you will get protection from the cold water if the fissure as the drysuit is constructed from layers of insulating fabric. However, we always recommend you rather take the wetsuit as you will have so much more fun. Adventure Vikings is the only Icelandic company that offers wetsuit snorkeling in Silfra and we can assure you that you won’t regret snorkeling in the wetsuit. Instead of just floating heavily on the surface like you do in a drysuit you will be able to dive into the fissure in the wetsuit. No diving experience or diving license is needed.
Prerequisites:
Be physically fit
12 years - age limit
Be at minimum 145cm (4’9) tall
Maximum 200cm (6’7) tall
Be at minimum 45kg (99 lbs)
Maximum 120kg (264 lbs)
Know how to swim and be comfortable in water
Have read, signed, and followed directions on the Silfra Snorkeling Medical Statement
Sign our liability release form at the start of the tour
We do not recommend pregnant participants to snorkel in Silfra due to the cold temperature
Not wear glasses, so if you have a prescription mask, please bring it with you. If not, we advise you to get contact lenses before you join us for snorkeling.
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Good to know
Hotel pick-up: Select pick-up point when you book, or inform us later at help@booknordics.com
What to bring
Bring warm clothes to wear before and after snorkeling. Take swimwear and a towel for your wetsuit. Pack a base layer or thermals for the dry suit. Bring warm woolen socks and extra pairs. You can also rent a GoPro camera from us.