Dive Between Tectonic Plates with a Dry Suit – A Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience!
- Activity Duration: 2.5 hours
- Minimum Age: 12 years
- Opening Hours: 08:00 – 14:00
- Available Year-Round
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Diving in Iceland is a bucket-list experience for many divers worldwide. Dive Magazine named Silfra, located in Þingvallavatn Lake within the famous Þingvellir National Park, as one of the world’s best diving spots in 2005. Just a short drive from Reykjavík, you can enjoy a unique opportunity to dive into a fissure formed by the separation of the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates.
This stunning underwater site is renowned for its crystal-clear, cold waters and the extraordinary ability to touch two continents at once. Glacial water filtered through porous lava rock over decades gives Silfra its unparalleled clarity and visibility of up to 100 meters.
Who Can Dive?
You don’t need a diving license to explore Silfra! Snorkeling is open to everyone, no prior experience with dry suits required. A short briefing and professional guidance prepare you for your adventure, ensuring you feel comfortable and ready to dive into the mesmerizing waters.
Silfra offers a surreal underwater landscape with incredible visibility, minimal aquatic vegetation, and a unique geological beauty unmatched anywhere else.
Snorkeling Adventure
No diving certification? No problem! Snorkeling in Silfra is an unforgettable experience perfect for the whole family. With the provided dry suits, you’ll stay warm and comfortable in the cool glacial waters. A professional guide will accompany you throughout the tour, ensuring safety and fun.
After your dive, enjoy a cup of hot chocolate to warm up and relive the incredible moments. Choose from hotel pickup in Reykjavík or meet directly at Þingvellir National Park.
Important Information Before Booking:
- Availability: Year-round
- Restrictions: Not suitable for pregnant individuals
- Height Requirements: Minimum 1.50 m, maximum 2.00 m
- Age Requirements: Minimum age 14 years
- Duration: 2.5 hours at Silfra, total 4-5 hours including transfer from Reykjavík
- Bring: Long thermal underwear and thick socks
- Includes: Hotel pickup/drop-off, professional guide, guided snorkeling tour, all necessary equipment, light refreshments
Group Size: Minimum 2, maximum 6 participants.
Meeting Point: Visitor Center at Þingvellir National Park.
Embark on a unique Icelandic adventure that will leave you with memories to cherish forever!