Reykjavík: Snorkeling in Silfra

Tour Highlights

• The Silfra Fissure is located in the the stunning Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site 45 minutes from Reykjavík

• Snorkel between the separating North American and Eurasian tectonic plates - a geological marvel only found in Silfra

• Experience the clearest waters in the world! The glacial water originates from Langjökull (Long Glacier) and is naturally filtered through lava fields, resulting in some of the purest water on Earth,with an incredible visibility of up to 150 meters.

• Expert guide per guest ratio: 1:6

Meeting point

• Meet-on-Location guests must be at the Silfra car park in Thingvellir National Park at least 15 minutes prior to their scheduled tour departure time.

• Guests can park their car at ''Thingvellir P5''. To meet your guide: walk 400m back along the road until you reach a smaller car park with all the snorkel and dive vans, and look for your guide.

• Please be ready in the Silfra car park to meet your guide 15 MINUTES before your tour is due to begin. GPS: 64°15’23.508″N 21°6’58.676″W

Please note

• Guests must read and sign the medical statement form in our Snorkeling Handbook. If you have a listed medical condition, approval from a doctor is required

• Participants need to be comfortable in the water and able to swim

• It is crucial that guests can both understand and communicate in English to participate in the tour

• This tour is not suitable for pregnant people due to the small risk of cold water entering the suit

• Dry suit sizes: Our gear is limited to standard sizes available on the market, and it’s crucial that guests fall within the specified size parameters. This ensures the safety equipment fits properly, keeping you warm and protected in the glacial waters. For your safety and comfort, please confirm that you meet the required sizing guidelines:

  • Weight: 99-265 lbs (45-120 kg)

  • Height: 4'11" - 6'7" (150-200 cm)

• Snorkeling masks cannot accommodate glasses. If you do not have a prescription mask of your own, please arrange to use contact lenses

Participants are responsible for reviewing our Snorkeling Handbook before the tour. The handbook contains important medical and safety information. If guests do not meet the requirements for safe participation, we are unable to accommodate them on the tour.