Silfra Snorkeling Between Continents Photos Included- Self Drive
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
You'll arrive at Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Once there, you'll take a short journey through the volcanic, moss-laden fields of the park. Here, you will listen as your friendly and experienced PADI Divemaster guide.
Later, you'll receive all of the necessary equipment for snorkeling in Silfra, including neoprene hoods and gloves, a thermal drysuit, snorkel and fins. The equipment will keep you buoyant throughout your time in the fissure, as well as offering a protection against the water.
Once in the water, your eyes will meet the incredible shades of blue so prevalent in the fissure, as well as the natural under-water flora canyon walls. As you are swimming you will have the opportunity to swim across continents, as you will be switching back and forth from the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. After the tour GoPRO pictures will be sent to you by email for free.
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Have read, signed, and followed directions on the Snorkeling Silfra Medical Statement Form –https://troll.is/medical). You can sign the form at the meeting location.
Be comfortable in water and be able to swim.
Communicate in English at the time of the tour.
Be physically fit.
You must be prepared to wear a dry suit (tight at the neck) to protect against cold water; please note that slight water leakage around the neck and sleeves area may happen, and that is considered normal.
You must be a minimum of 135 cm and a maximum of 200 cm in height and weigh between 30 and 140 kilos along with being physically fit.
You must be a maximum of 69 years of age to participate in this tour. If you are over 60 years of age, you need a medical waiver, available on page 2 of the Medical Statement.
You must be a minimum of 12 years of age to participate in this tour. Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian booked on the same tour.
If you are over 45 and partake/have partaken in pipe smoking or heavy alcohol intake, you need a medical waiver.
Please note that should you have any neurological, circulatory or respiratory problems or underlying diseases, battled any illnesses or have any physical problems you might have to turn in a physicians allowance to participate in this tour.
This is a self drive tour, you need your own car to arrive to the meeting point, please note there are no public buses to reach the location.
Standard snorkel masks don’t fit over glasses. We recommend bringing contact lenses for the best experience.
Silfra gets very busy in summer. That's why we recommend booking our earliest morning or late afternoon tours.
Not allowed for people over 69 years old
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Snorkel between two tectonic plates in the Silfra fishure is an amazing adventure, join us in the Þingvellir national park for a refreshing experience in the clearest glacier waters in Iceland. * Silfra gets very busy in summer. That's why we recommend booking our earliest morning or late afternoon tours.
What‘s Included
Certified PADI dive / Dive-master Guide for Snorkeling Tour
Small-group guaranteed & personal experience
All passengers must have filled in the medical form in order to join this tour! Age Limit: 69
Drysuit and all other snorkel equipment (thermal undersuit, mask, snorkel, fins, hoods and gloves)
Free GoPro photos from the tour (underwater and out of the water)
Professional English Speaking Guide
Guided snorkeling tour in Silfra Fissure
Hot chocolate/tea and chocolate bar after snorkeling
Parking fees
Options
Standard
Duration: 3 hours
Reviews
3,442 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Silfra Fissure Snorkel tour
hinalj2026,,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were part of the first group of the day for Silfra Snorkel. It was an absolutely amazing experience! As a complete beginner, I felt safe and supported throughout the time. Our tour guide Joa, was patient, attentive, and made the experience relaxing. Highly recommend
Amazing Silfra Snorkel tour
hinalj2026,,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were in the first group of the day and had an absolutely amazing experience during Silfra snorkeling! Being a beginner, I felt safe and supported throughout the tour. Our snorkel guide Joa, was patient, attentive and made the experience relaxing. Highly recommend.
Family adventure between two tectonic plates.
Gloverboy2022,,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Unique experience in a beautiful landscape with fantastic guides. Family friendly.
Absolute blast
658bradyv,,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an absolute blast here. Our tour guide Lillian was amazing and incredibly helpful with instructions and information. He was incredibly kind and funny to boot. The tour was well put together and easy even for total beginners
Snorkeling in Silfa, Iceland
Russ S,,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was very cold, but well worth the experience. The water was so clear it was amazing. Enjoyed it!!
Great experience
Resort05561356418,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a great experience. We were the first group off the day and everything went very smoothly. Anna was an amazing guide and very helpfull. I would definitely recommend booking with Troll.
AMAZING
S R,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had soooo much fun all of us in the group , Anna and the Argentinian guyw hich i forgot his name or didnt even get to know , were really amazing guides they made us feel cery comfortable and everything went on amaizngly , you wont die you wont drown font worry at all dont let ur inner thoughts get over u get this tour 100/1000 recomennded
Magical!!
Un Belle Vie,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This experience did not disappoint. It was the highlight of this entire journey and it totally exceeded my expectations. From the moment we met Anna we were given very concise instructions and preparation was seamless. She is so professional and personable. Upon entering the water you are led to a magical underwater world. A must do if you’re visiting Iceland.
Good experience
roxannet945,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really good experience clear water good to drink too haha and our guide belu give us really good explication and information we really liked it
Snorkel
gabrielasR3886LI,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks Belu ❄️❤️ it was really fun
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