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Self drive: Drysuit Snorkeling in Silfra - with underwater photos
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Self drive: Drysuit Snorkeling in Silfra - with underwater photos

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2 hour(s) 30 minute(s)
English (United Kingdom)
Blaskogabyggo, Iceland

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Explore Silfra’s crystal-clear waters in Thingvellir National Park

Discover the thrill of snorkeling between two continents

Experience unmatched visibility and a sense of weightless flight

Enjoy wetsuit freedom or drysuit comfort in this unique adventure

Silfra Fissure Offers Surreal Underwater Journey Between Continents


Silfra, located within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Þingvellir National Park, is emerging as one of Iceland’s most extraordinary natural attractions. Situated roughly 50 kilometers from Reykjavik, the freshwater fissure sits directly between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates, offering a rare geological encounter for visitors.


The site plunges to depths of approximately 60 to 63 meters, with visibility often exceeding 100 meters. This exceptional clarity allows snorkelers to glide through what appears to be a suspended world of shifting blues and greens, creating an almost weightless sensation of movement through open space.


To withstand the near-freezing glacial waters, participants typically use drysuits for insulation, ensuring warmth and comfort throughout the experience. For those seeking a more immersive approach, wetsuit snorkeling provides a closer, more dynamic interaction with the water column and underwater formations.


Adventure Vikings stands out as the only Icelandic operator offering wetsuit snorkeling at Silfra, allowing guests to go beyond surface-level floating. With no prior diving experience required, the experience opens access to one of the planet’s most unique underwater environments, combining geological wonder with accessible adventure.

What's Included
  • National park entrance fee
  • All necessary gear for snorkeling
  • English speaking guide
  • Free photos 
  • Hot chocolate
What's Not Included
  • Parking fees
  • Pick up service
  • Parking fee
  • Gratuities
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Explore More Self drive: Drysuit Snorkeling in Silfra - with underwater photos
Explore More Self drive: Drysuit Snorkeling in Silfra - with underwater photos
Explore More Self drive: Drysuit Snorkeling in Silfra - with underwater photos
Explore More Self drive: Drysuit Snorkeling in Silfra - with underwater photos
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Explore More Self drive: Drysuit Snorkeling in Silfra - with underwater photos

Discover the wonders of Blaskogabyggo, Iceland with this unforgettable experience. Silfra, one of the world’s most remarkable dive sites, lies within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Thingvellir National Park, just 50 km from Reykjavik. This freshwater fissure, formed between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates, reaches a depth of about 60–63 meters. The crystal-clear water offers visibility of over 100 meters, creating the surreal sensation of flying through an underwater world. With its vibrant hues of blue and green, Silfra provides a truly magical experience unlike anywhere else on Earth. Highlights of your tour include: Explore Silfra’s crystal-clear waters in Thingvellir National ParkDiscover the thrill of snorkeling between two continentsExperience unmatched visibility and a sense of weightless flightEnjoy wetsuit freedom or drysuit comfort in this unique adventure. Silfra, one of the world’s most remarkable dive sites, lies within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Thingvellir National Park, just 50 km from Reykjavik. This freshwater fissure, formed between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates, reaches a depth of about 60–63 meters. The crystal-clear. This tour includes: National park entrance feeAll necessary gear for snorkelingEnglish speaking guideFree photos Hot chocolate. Silfra, one of the world’s most remarkable dive sites, lies within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Thingvellir National Park, just 50 km from Reykjavik. This freshwater fissure, formed between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates, reaches a depth of about 60–63 meters. The crystal-clear water offers visibility of over 100 m...