Outdoor

Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates, Meet on Location

South Iceland, Iceland
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About this experience

Enjoy a snorkeling tour of the Silfra Fissure in Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the wonders of the famous Golden Circle route. Float between two tectonic plates in the clearest water in the world with 300 feet, or 100 meters, of visibility.
Once you arrive at Silfra, you will be divided into groups of 6 people, one group per guide. Gear up in a wetsuit to keep you warm and comfortable in the cold water. After a safety briefing, make your way to the entry platform to spend about 45 minutes in the water.
Float through what is called the Big Crack, Silfra’s narrowest section where the continental plates are so close you can almost touch them. The fissure then widens into Silfra Hall. If you look from the right angle, you can see all the way to lake Thingvallavatn, over 150 meters away. 
Enter the Silfra Cathedral at the depth of 23 meters and feel like you’re flying over the boulders and glacial silt. End the snorkeling adventure at the Silfra Lagoon. Enjoy hot chocolate and cookies to warm up. Chat with your guide and ask any questions you might have.

Specifications
  • Rating

    4.8

  • Duration

    2.5 hours

  • Type of tour

    Individual

  • Destination

    South Iceland

  • Country

    Iceland

  • Type of experience

    Outdoor

  • Best time to visit

    • Autumn
    • Summer
    • Spring
  • Nearby stations

    • Vestmannaeyjar Airport

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