Small-Group Silfra Snorkeling Adventure for Families and Friends
Small-Group Silfra Snorkeling Adventure for Families and Friends
Dive into the mesmerizing Silfra fissure, a unique underwater canyon that lies between the North American and Eurasian continental plates, filled with the planet's clearest glacial water for unparalleled visibility. Our guided snorkeling tour offers a once-in-a-lifetime journey through Silfra's four parts, cloaked in a dry suit for comfort. Experience the sensation of flying in near-freezing, crystal-clear waters, surrounded by breathtaking colors and tranquility - a true liquid meditation. For an exclusive adventure, opt for the Family and Friends tour, allowing a private guide for up to 6 guests, ensuring a personalized and intimate exploration of this natural wonder, far from the crowds.
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Dive into the mesmerizing depths of Silfra, a unique fissure where the continental plates of North America and Eurasia drift apart. This geological marvel is constantly fed by glacial waters that have filtered through volcanic rocks for over three decades, resulting in some of the planet's clearest waters with visibility extending beyond 100 meters. Our snorkeling tour invites you to explore this enchanting underwater world, dressed in a snug dry suit to traverse the four distinct sections of Silfra. Experience the thrill of floating in near-freezing waters, surrounded by vivid colors and the sensation of gliding in space - a serene, liquid meditation unlike any other. For a more tailored adventure, opt for our Family and Friends Snorkeling Tour. Exclusive to your group of up to six, this option promises a personalized journey through Silfra's wonders, ensuring an unforgettable bonding experience away from the hustle. Join us as we unveil the secrets of this submerged wonderland, a once-in-a-lifetime escapade perfect for families seeking a blend of thrill and tranquility.
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Silfra Snorkeling Adventure
Discover the Underwater Wonderland
Silfra is a fissure between the North American and Eurasian continental plates, constantly refilled with glacial water filtered through underground lava rock for 30 years. This natural marvel is home to the clearest water on earth, offering visibility over 100 meters.
Guided Snorkeling Experience
Embark on an unforgettable journey as we equip you with a dry suit and lead you through Silfra's four distinct sections. Experience the thrill of floating in crystal clear, near-freezing water, surrounded by vibrant colors and the sensation of weightlessness, for a truly otherworldly meditation experience.
Exclusive Family & Friends Tour
Opt for an exclusive snorkeling experience with our Family and Friends tour. This private option lets you book a guide for up to 6 participants, ensuring a personalized and intimate adventure. Perfect for creating lasting memories with your loved ones, away from the hustle and bustle.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Private guided snorkelling trip
- All necessary snorkelling equipment
- Hot chocolate and cookies after the snorkeling trip
- Entrance fee of ISK 1,500 into Silfra
- Free photos
Exclusions
- Transportation to and from Silfra
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
Important Notes
Silfra, a fissure separating the North American and Eurasian continental plates, is constantly replenished with glacial water that has seeped through underground lava rock for 30 years, making it the clearest water on our planet with visibility over 100 meters. On the snorkeling tour, participants will be dressed in dry suits and guided through Silfras four parts, offering an otherworldly experience of near-freezing water and astonishing colors. The Family and Friends Snorkeling Silfra tour provides a private guide for groups up to 6, ensuring a personalized and intimate adventure. Participants must comply with specific requirements, including signing the Snorkeling Silfra Medical Statement and a liability release form. Requirements include being 150-200cm tall, weighing 45-120kg, being at least 12 years of age, comfortable in water, physically fit, ready to wear a dry suit, able to communicate in English, and not pregnant.
- Read, signed, and followed directions on the Snorkeling Silfra Medical Statement
- Sign our liability release form at the start of the tour
- Minimum 150cm tall / maximum 200cm tall
- Minimum 45kg / maximum 120kg
- Minimum 12 years of age on the year
- Comfortable in water and able to swim
- Physically fit
- Ready to wear a sometimes tight & constricting dry suit
- Ability to communicate in English or have a translator available during the tour
- Not pregnant
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