Silfra: Silfra Fissure Snorkeling between Two Continents with Photos

Your experience

Snorkel between tectonic plates at Silfra and capture your underwater adventure with included GoPro photos, a 3-hour experience.

Getting started

Arrive at the Silfra meeting point in Thingvellir National Park, where your certified guide will greet you and check your signed medical statement. After a safety briefing, you’ll receive your drysuit, thermal undersuit, and snorkeling gear before walking to the entry point.

What to expect

Silfra Fissure

Silfra is a world-renowned snorkeling site, located in the rift between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. The glacial water, filtered through volcanic rock, offers visibility over 100 meters, making it some of the clearest water on the planet.

Features

• Continental rift snorkeling: Float directly between two continents in crystal-clear, glacier-fed water, a geological phenomenon unique to Silfra.

• Certified guide: Explore safely with an expert who provides all instructions and ensures your comfort throughout the experience.

• GoPro underwater photos: Receive complimentary digital photos of your journey, captured by your guide.

• Premium equipment: Use a drysuit, thermal undersuit, fins, and mask for warmth and ease in the cold water.

• Warm treats: Enjoy a Hraun chocolate bar and hot chocolate after your swim, included to help you warm up.

• Secure storage: Personal belongings are safely stored while you snorkel.