Private 3-Hour Snorkeling Tour of the Silfra Fissure

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Summary

Tour starts
Thingvellir, Iceland
Duration
2,5 hours
Difficulty
Moderate
Languages
English
Available
All year
Minimum age
12 years old

Description

Snorkel in some of the most transparent waters in the world by booking this incredible guided excursion to the Silfra fissure. Those eager to embark on an underwater adventure in the heart of the Thingvellir National Park should book this private tour now.

Your tour starts at the agreed-upon meeting point in Thingvellir National Park. Here, you will meet an expert English-speaking guide who will lead you on your snorkeling tour. This excursion is a private tour, so it will be just you and your party.

There's no need to wait for other guides to arrive, and the tour can be tailored to your group's needs and abilities. You will have the undivided attention of your certified guide and can ask any questions during the tour.

Your guide will give you a thorough briefing and all the necessary equipment for a safe snorkel adventure. Your guide is trained in water safety and first aid.

You will use top-quality snorkeling gear, and you can choose from a wetsuit or dry suit to keep you comfortable and warm. A combination of a thermal undergarment and a drysuit will keep you feeling warm in the 35-degree Fahrenheit (2-4 degrees Celsius) water.

If you feel more daring, you may snorkel in a wetsuit. A wetsuit will give you more flexibility and mobility, allowing you to dive beneath the surface and see more of the Silfra fissure. When you're ready, you'll head out to the Silfra fissure.

The Silfra fissure is a unique geological feature in the Thingvellir National Park. It lies between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates, making it one of the only places to snorkel directly between two continents.

The water in the Silfra fissure is incredibly clear, with visibility often exceeding 328 feet (100 meters) due to being filtered through underground lava rocks for decades.

This crystal-clear water provides snorkelers with stunning underwater views of the fissure's rock formations.

During the tour, your guide will take underwater photographs of your group snorkeling against the magnificent backdrop of the fissure, which you will receive after the tour.

When your time snorkeling comes to an end, you can get changed. You'll also be able to enjoy a hot chocolate to help you warm up. From the meeting point, you can continue your adventures in Iceland.

Don't miss this immersive experience exploring the underwater world of the Silfra fissure on a private tour. Check availability now by choosing a date.

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Included

All necessary gear for snorkeling
English speaking guide
Underwater photos 
Hot chocolate after snorkeling 
National park fee

Map

Activities

Snorkelling

What to bring

Warm clothes to wear prior and after the snorkeling
Swimwear and towel for wetsuit
Base layer / thermals for dry suit
Warm socks, woolen - extra pairs
Underwater camera (or you can rent a GoPro camera)

Good to know

Prerequisites for this tour:

Be at minimum 4’9 (145cm) tall/maximum 6’7 (200cm) tall

Be at minimum 99 lbs (45kg) / maximum 264 lbs (120kg)

Be able to swim and be comfortable in the water

Be physically fit

Not pregnant

Be at least 12 years of age

Not wear glasses. Please use contact lenses when joining us on tour.

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Please note that you might have to turn in a physician's allowance to participate in this tour if you have any neurological, circulatory, or respiratory problems or underlying diseases, battled any illnesses, or have any physical problems. If you are over 45 and partake/have partaken in pipe smoking or heavy alcohol intake, you might need a medical waiver. You need a medical waiver if you are over 65 years of age. Please contact the operator for further information and application papers.

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