Snorkeling between Continents in Silfra - Free Underwater Photos

This tour focuses entirely on the unique experience of snorkeling in the Silfra Fissure, located in Þingvellir National Park. The main highlight is floating directly within the rift between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates in water that boasts a visibility of over 100 meters, making it some of the clearest water in the world. All necessary equipment (drysuit, thermal undersuit, fins, etc.) and guidance are included, and complimentary GoPro photos of your experience are provided afterward.

Join this focused snorkeling trip to the Silfra Fissure, located approximately 50 minutes from Reykjavík. The tour begins with pickup from your designated location. Upon arrival, you will meet your guide and receive all necessary snorkeling equipment, including a drysuit to keep you dry and a thermal undersuit for warmth, despite the cold glacier-filtered water.

Before entering the water, it is crucial that all participants complete and submit the Snorkeling Medical Statement (which must be read prior to booking). Your guide will then provide a briefing on safety procedures and snorkeling techniques.

Silfra is a unique geological site where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates slowly separate underwater. The water here is sourced from the melted ice of the Langjökull glacier and filtered through volcanic rock, giving it exceptional clarity. You will walk a short distance (about 5 minutes) to the entry point before entering the crystal-clear water to experience swimming directly between the continents. Your personal belongings will be stored securely in Tröll bags during the activity. Complimentary GoPro photos taken by your guide will be shared with you after the tour.

This 10-hour tour combines the major attractions of the Golden Circle with a guided snorkeling session in the Silfra Fissure.

Join this easy, full-day tour from Reykjavík for a combination of Iceland’s famous geology and a unique aquatic adventure, available all year round.

The day focuses on the essential Golden Circle route. It begins at Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its exposed rift valley and historical significance as the site of Iceland's first parliament. Here, the unique snorkeling experience takes place in the Silfra Fissure, which is filled with exceptionally clear, filtered glacier meltwater, offering visibility over 100 meters. A certified PADI Dive Master provides safety briefings and equips you with a full drysuit, thermal undersuit, and other gear, ensuring warmth and comfort despite the cold water (2°C–4°C). You will literally float between the tectonic continents.

Following the snorkeling activity, the tour continues to the Geysir Geothermal Area to witness the reliable eruptions of the Strokkur geyser, shooting water up to 35 meters high. The final stop is Gullfoss, the "Golden Waterfall," where the powerful glacial river dramatically plunges into a deep canyon.

The tour includes round-trip transportation from Reykjavík, all snorkeling gear, hot chocolate, and complimentary GoPro underwater photos. (Note: Participants must be able to swim, and specific age/health requirements apply for snorkeling.)

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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

This 8-hour day tour provides a complete experience of the classic Golden Circle attractions, enhanced by two additional, unique natural sites. Highlights include the geological and historical wonders of Þingvellir National Park (tectonic rift), the erupting Strokkur geyser at the Geysir Geothermal Area, and the powerful Gullfoss waterfall. The tour also visits the secluded, sapphire-blue Brúarfoss Waterfall and the strikingly colored volcanic lake inside the Kerid Crater.

Join this best-selling, full-day minibus tour departing from Reykjavík, designed for an easy difficulty level suitable for all travelers. The tour begins with pickup and heads directly to the celebrated Golden Circle route.

Your first major stop is Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates are visibly pulling apart. This area is also historically vital as the site of Iceland's first parliament, established in 930 AD. Next, you will visit the Geysir Geothermal Area to witness the reliable eruption of the Strokkur geyser, which shoots water up to 35 meters every 5–10 minutes.

Beyond the classic stops, this tour includes a visit to the Brúarfoss Waterfall, often called "Iceland's Bluest Waterfall," where silky, sapphire-blue water contrasts sharply with dark lava rocks. You will then see the magnificent Gullfoss ("Golden Waterfall"), where the glacial river plunges into a deep canyon. The final highlight is the Kerid Volcanic Crater, known for its unique red walls surrounding an aquamarine-blue lake. The entire journey is guided in English, and you will return to Reykjavík in the early evening.