Snorkel at one of the top dive sites in the world and marvel at the dramatic Silfra Fissure. Discover the different landscapes of Iceland's famous Golden Circle, including the hot springs of Geysir and the powerful cascades of Gullfoss.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 10 hours
- Starting time 8:00 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
- Pickup included
- Pickup will be at selected locations within central Reykjavik. Please provide the complete address of your accommodation and the local tour provider will inform you of the closest pickup location.
Experience
Highlights
- Snorkel between tectonic plates, with 100-meter visibility
- See the amazing melt water of Silfra
- Get back to mature in Þingvellir National Park
- Watch the hot springs erupt from the earth in Geysir
- Soak up the impressive views of the Gullfoss Waterfall
Full description
Experience the different geothermal landscapes of Iceland's legendary Golden Circle on a small group tour from Reykjavik. Listen to Icelandic music as you travel by minibus to Þingvellir National Park, where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates are pulling apart. Gaze in awe as you get a clear view of this massive geological activity.
Watch the water melt from Iceland's second biggest glacier as you make your way to Gullfoss Waterfall. Marvel as hot spring water erupts from the earth in the geothermal area of Geysir. Then, snorkel in the extraordinary Silfra rift, considered one of the top dive sites in the world. Glide between tectonic plates floating on pure, filtered glacial meltwater.
Includes
- Pickup from designated location in Reykjavik area
- Transportation by minibus with Wi-Fi and music
- Guided snorkeling in the Silfra Fissure
- Certified PADI dive guide
- Drysuit and other snorkeling equipment
- Hot drinks and cookies after the trip
- Free photos from the tour
- Snacks
- Lunch
Not suitable for
- Children under 12 years
- Pregnant women
- People under 3 ft 9 in (120 cm)
- People over 6 ft 6 in (200 cm)
- People over 65 years
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
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Important information
What to bring
- Warm clothing
Know before you go
- Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian who is booked on the same tour
- You must be at least 12 years old
- You will need to get medical clearance from a doctor in order to participate if you are over 60 years old
- You must be able to communicate in English
- All participants are required to sign a medical form before snorkeling in Silfra
- Pregnant women are not permitted to take part
- You must be physically fit to take part
- You must be comfortable in the water and able to swim
- You must weigh between 45 kilograms (99 pounds) and 120 kilograms (264 pounds)
- You must be at least 145 centimeters and no more than 200 centimeters tall
- Be prepared to wear a sometimes tight and constricting dry suit
