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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

5.0(5 reviews)
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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Customer Reviews

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Lucie W.Google
November 10, 2025

Amazing experience to snorkel in between the tectonic plates. You get a warm overall and are fitted into a dry suit so that the seal fit tight around your neck and wrists. Good and gloves are semi-dry, but the water is so cold that they go rather numb than hurting. View was 10/10 worth it. Could be more scientific input, eg. background to the tectonic plates, how it affects the eco system etc, but all in all a great experience!

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Rose H.Google
November 05, 2025

My sister and I went snorkeling in the Silfra Fissure in July, our guide Frede was amazing — hilarious, super knowledgeable, and had the van vibing to the best 00s rock/indie playlist. The van to the site was super nice too. It was a small group of six of us (plus our guide), which was perfect — easy to bond, chat, and then geek out together while floating between tectonic plates. The water is crystal clear and absolutely stunning — you’re literally drifting between continents. Don’t expect lots of fish or plants (this water is ~2–4°C / 35–39°F, nothing cute is thriving here), but the clarity and geology are unreal. You can even drink the water and… yes, I did. I am now a glacier-water sommelier and I give it 5 stars. They give you two suits to ward of the wet — body stays warm, hands and face get a spicy glacial tingle but you’ll be fine. There is a bathroom nearby, but it’s smaller, so don’t plan to fully change there. We stopped at a visitor center beforehand and they let us change there, which was clutch. Be prepared to float. You mostly hover, bob, and gently steer like a confused seal. The walk to the entry point is short but awkward, so have fun waddling there. 🐧 it’s worth it I promise. No long wait times, even though it was packed. Very smooth process, great guide, and seriously a core memory experience. If you’re on the fence, do it. And bring base layers to wear under the suits — especially if you run cold.

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Tanya C.Google
October 28, 2025

My daughter and I did this tour on Oct. 25th. The coldest part was standing around waiting for the group to be geared up and then waiting to enter the water. Once in the 2.0C water it was fine! Snorkeling between the tectonic plates was an experience not to forget. The water was very clear and the current just carries you along! Our guide, Guillaume was fantastic! The photos are hilarious!

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...