






Private Snorkeling between Continents in Silfra
Tour Description
Contact us on info@troll.is if you wish to book a Private Tour
The Silfra Fissure is located in Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Once you arrive there, you will listen as your experienced certified PADI Dive Master provides a safety briefing. Then, you will receive all of the necessary equipment for snorkeling in Silfra, including neoprene hoods and gloves, a thermal undersuit, a drysuit, and of course mask, snorkel and fins. This equipment will keep you floating throughout your time in the fissure, as well as offering a protection against the cold glacier water. Once in the water, your eyes will meet the incredible shades of blue so prevalent in the fissure, as well as the natural underwater flora of canyon walls.
As you are swimming you will have the opportunity to move across continents, as you will be swimming between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates, which is one of Thingvellir’s most famous characteristics. You will meet Silfra Hall, which is the widest section on the fissure and then the majestic Silfra Cathedral, its deepest section. Even more, the stunning shallow oasis will be presented before your eyes at the end, “the Real Blue Lagoon”.
Upon exiting the water, you’ll be invited to warm up with hot chocolate with your friendly guide. After the tour is over you will receive the free GoPro underwater photos in your email.
You get the option to book a transfer from Reykjavik as an extra.
Please make sure you sign this Snorkeling Medical Statement before the tour – click here
Silfra
All Year
3 Hours
Meet on location
Easy
Highlight Of The Tour
What’s Included





Available Add-ons

Buy our Troll Beanie and Gloves to feel part of our winter Trolls and keep you warm in the Icelandic cold

Buy our Troll Neck-warmer to feel part of our winter Trolls and and protect your face from cold wind

Buy our Troll Summer-Cap to feel part of our summer Trolls and protect yourself from the sun
Frequently Asked Questions
• Participants MUST have read and signed this Snorkeling Medical Statement before the tour – click here. We recommend that you bring the form already printed out and signed, but you can sign the form at the meeting location if not. To ensure an enjoyable and safe snorkel tour experience, we recommend having a light meal at least one to two hours before your scheduled departure.
• Thermal underwear (thermal shirt and pants) and an extra pair of warm socks for snorkeling • Change of clothes (just in case) • Contact lenses if you wear glasses • Warm clothes (first layer) • Remove all your jewellery (earrings, necklaces, watches, wrist bands, rings, etc.) before the tour
Easy
No — pregnant women are not allowed to join the snorkeling tour at any stage of pregnancy. This is due to safety risks, cold water exposure, and the physical demands of wearing a dry suit and snorkeling in near-freezing conditions.
Meeting Point
The estimated driving time from Reykjavík to Silfra is 50 minutes in good road conditions. We highly recommend that you arrive at our meeting point 20 minutes before the departure time stated on your ticket. Please note that if you arrive after departure time, your place on the tour cannot be guaranteed or refunded.
The meeting point is at our company’s van marked with a big TROLL, inside the “companies only “parking lot in Silfra. You need to park your car in the parking lot P5 (500m away) and walk back to the “companies only” parking lot in Silfra.
You can look up “Troll Expedition Silfra” on Google Maps to find the exact location. Click “Directions” on the map.
Minimum age: 12 years old (or younger if the child fits the height and weight requirements)
Important: For children under 12, please email us age, weight, and height — exceptions may be possible depending on size and safety requirements
Maximum age: 69 years old
Important: If you are 60-69 years old please bring a signed doctor's note with you that is attached to our medical form
✓ All-day tours can be cancelled up to 24 hours from the departure time by sending a written email to info@troll.is. You will receive a full refund except the 3% card fee. All cancellations requested less than 24 hours from the departure time are non refundable. ✓ In the case of cancellation of the tour by the operator because of extreme weather, road conditions, or other factors, we will assist you with rebooking to another date or booking other activities when possible or provide a full refund.
Mandatory Snorkeling Requirements and Conditions
To ensure your safety and comfort during this snorkeling tour, please note the following strict requirements:
- Medical Statement: Participants MUST read and agree to the Snorkeling Medical Statement – click here. Please send out the signed document to snorkeling@troll.is after booking. Guides will deny participation if requirements are not met.
- Physical & Communication: You must be able to swim, be physically fit, and be able to communicate and understand in English for safety instructions. Pregnant individuals are not permitted.
- Age and Size Limits: The minimum age is 12 years old, and the maximum age is 69 (ages 60-69 require a signed doctor's medical waiver). Participants must be between 135 cm and 200 cm in height and 30 kg and 120 kg in weight.
- For children under the age of 12, exceptions to the minimum age requirement may occasionally be made. If you wish to inquire about an exception, please email us with the child's age, weight, and height so we can assess their suitability based on necessary size and safety requirements.
- Dry Suit Use: 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.
- Minors: Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal adult.
- Summer Advice: Due to high seasonal demand, booking an earliest morning or late afternoon tour is recommended for the best experience.
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