Silfra Fissure Snorkeling with Underwater Photos from Reykjavík
Overview
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5 hours 30 minutes
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No car required! Join our classic Silfra Fissure Snorkelling tour and skip the hassle of driving - enjoy a seamless, all-inclusive adventure with convenient round-trip transfer from Reykjavík.
Discover the surreal beauty of Silfra Fissure on this unforgettable tour in Þingvellir National Park. Led by a certified PADI Divemaster, you'll glide through the crystal-clear, vibrant blue waters where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet. Discover Silfra’s unique geological formations and learn about its fascinating origins as you float through one of the world’s top dive sites.
This small-group experience is limited to 6 participants per guide, ensuring personalized attention and a safe, unforgettable, bucket-list adventure.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age is 12 years old. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian booked on the same tour.
PLEASE BRING: Warm base layers, preferably made from fleece or wool (not cotton), warm socks, a small towel and a change of clothes (just in case)
All guests must carefully review our Snorkeling Handbook before the tour to make sure everyone can safely participate>
All participants must be able to swim and understand English to be able to safely participate in the tour
This is a small group tour ensuring a more personalized experience limited to 6 participants per guide.
Size Requirements: Weight limit: 45-120kg. Height limit: 150cm – 200cm.
Glasses cannot be worn under the goggles. Please bring contact lenses if required.
Pregnant women are unfortunately unable to participate due to the risk of cold water entering the suit.
Medical issues outlined in our handbook require doctors approval to join the tour. Some conditions mean guests cannot participate.
What To Expect
Reykjavik
We pick you up from Reykjavík, and drop you off after the snorkeling adventure!
Thingvellir National Park
Select a departure time from Reykjavik that best suits your schedule and travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan to Thingvellir National Park. Receive a fascinating introducing to the UNESCO World Heritage site from your certified guide, and hear all about the mystifying Silfra fissure, a natural rift in the earth‘s crust caused by the force of nature.
Options
Silfra Tour Morning Transfer
Morning Transfer: No car needed! Join us on a legendary Silfra Fissure snorkel tour, with convenient pickup and drop-off in Reykjavík Pickup included
Silfra Tour Afternoon Transfer
Noon Transfer from Reykjavík: No car needed! Join our Silfra Snorkeling tour with convenient transfer from Reykjavík with this discounted timeslot. Pickup included
What‘s Included
Certified PADI Divemaster
Hot Chocolate + Cookies
Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO world-heritage site.
Specialized cold-water safety gear (drysuit, thermal undersuit, gloves, hood, boots)
Reykjavik pick up with return
Small group snorkelling with a max of 6 guests per guide
Complimentary underwater photos taken by your guide
Snorkeling experience in Silfra fissure with snorkeling gear
Food and drinks
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
432 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing
Scenic44287835350,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nico was an amazing guide on the snorkeling tour! He made sure everyone was comfortable, safe, and fully set before we got in the water. He explained everything clearly and checked on everyone. 10/10 great time
It’s OK. Not the worst not the best.
b0bandcindys,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00It was ok. I would have liked a lot more pictures.
Flor was a great guide
davidl208,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Even with dry suits it is extremely cold. The Article Adventures team is very organized and help smooth out the process of gearing up. Out of their control as there are so many companies offering this tour at once, but we waited almost an hour to get into the water after gearing up. Our guide Flor was super nice and made the wait in the cold manageable. Insider tips…, when changing in the rain, try to stand on the dry bag to keep socks dry. It is great that they offer all guests a black dry bag… just Remember clearly where you put your dry bag as all are the same and you are freezing post your and want to change quickly as possible and not waste time looking for your bag amongst everyone’s identical black bag.
Highly Recommended Snorkeling Tour
gregorydayao,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A fantastic experience and a great addition to any Iceland itinerary! My two friends and I had an amazing time snorkeling, and our guide, Jenny, made the experience even better. She ensured we were well-prepared, comfortable, and confident before entering the water. Her professionalism and friendly approach helped make the entire adventure enjoyable from start to finish. Highly recommended!
Such a wonderful experience, Aleks was the best guide!
David E,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a wonderful experience, Aleks was the best guide!
Very beautiful experience
malwellb,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience, especially since I had never gone snorkeling before! It's magnificent; the concept of literally swimming between the two continental plates is very cool, and the water is so clear that you can see up to 100 meters! I still had to get used to a water temperature of 3°C. Certainly, the wetsuit offers excellent insulation, except for the hands and especially around the mouth, which becomes numb by the end. But it's worth it 100 times over; I totally recommend it, especially if you have the chance to meet Valentina, the guide. She explains things very well, she is very reassuring, and also super patient, a gem!
Once in a lifetime experience
Yady 527,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00I found this activity a little challenging because the dry suit is uncomfortable for me, but the views were 100% worth it. Amazing experience! Our tour Laura was extremely helpful and made me feel confident and safe the whole time
Silfra Fissure JUST DO IT‼️‼️‼️
michaela d,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ommmmmgggggg Arctic Adventures and LAURA were AMAZING!!!!! We snorkeled the Silfra Fissure and had an amazing time!!!!!
Snorkeling in silfra
Lára Á,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nikko our guide was fantastic and this was an amazing experience.
Amazing snorkeling between tectonic plates
U7639RNdanielleg,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Aleks was amazing. She was very friendly, knowledgeable, and made our family feel comfortable with snorkeling. The entire excursion was organized, and started on time. We would absolutely do this tour again, especially if Aleks was our tour guide again!
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