Silfra Snorkeling Between Continents Photos Included- Self Drive
Overview
You'll arrive at Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Once there, you'll take a short journey through the volcanic, moss-laden fields of the park. Here, you will listen as your friendly and experienced PADI Divemaster guide.
Later, you'll receive all of the necessary equipment for snorkeling in Silfra, including neoprene hoods and gloves, a thermal drysuit, snorkel and fins. The equipment will keep you buoyant throughout your time in the fissure, as well as offering a protection against the water.
Once in the water, your eyes will meet the incredible shades of blue so prevalent in the fissure, as well as the natural under-water flora canyon walls. As you are swimming you will have the opportunity to swim across continents, as you will be switching back and forth from the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. After the tour GoPRO pictures will be sent to you by email for free.
What's Included
- Small-group guaranteed & personal experience
- All passengers must have filled in the medical form in order to join this tour! Age Limit: 69
- Drysuit and all other snorkel equipment (thermal undersuit, mask, snorkel, fins, hoods and gloves)
- Free GoPro photos from the tour (underwater and out of the water)
- Hot chocolate/tea and chocolate bar after snorkeling
- Guided snorkeling tour in Silfra Fissure
- Professional English Speaking Guide
- Certified PADI dive / Dive-master Guide for Snorkeling Tour
- Parking fees
Meeting Location
Vallarvegur
801 Thingvellir, Iceland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Snorkel between two tectonic plates in the Silfra fishure is an amazing adventure, join us in the Þingvellir national park for a refreshing experience in the clearest glacier waters in Iceland.
* Silfra gets very busy in summer. That's why we recommend booking our earliest morning or late afternoon tours.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not allowed for people over 69 years old
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Have read, signed, and followed directions on the Snorkeling Silfra Medical Statement Form –https://troll.is/medical). You can sign the form at the meeting location.
- Be comfortable in water and be able to swim.
- Communicate in English at the time of the tour.
- Be physically fit.
- You must be prepared to wear a dry suit (tight at the neck) to protect against cold water; please note that slight water leakage around the neck and sleeves area may happen, and that is considered normal.
- You must be a minimum of 135 cm and a maximum of 200 cm in height and weigh between 30 and 140 kilos along with being physically fit.
- You must be a maximum of 69 years of age to participate in this tour. If you are over 60 years of age, you need a medical waiver, available on page 2 of the Medical Statement.
- You must be a minimum of 12 years of age to participate in this tour. Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian booked on the same tour.
- If you are over 45 and partake/have partaken in pipe smoking or heavy alcohol intake, you need a medical waiver.
- Please note that should you have any neurological, circulatory or respiratory problems or underlying diseases, battled any illnesses or have any physical problems you might have to turn in a physicians allowance to participate in this tour.
- This is a self drive tour, you need your own car to arrive to the meeting point, please note there are no public buses to reach the location.
- Standard snorkel masks don’t fit over glasses. We recommend bringing contact lenses for the best experience.
- Silfra gets very busy in summer. That's why we recommend booking our earliest morning or late afternoon tours.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (14)
Q: Do you take pregnant customers snorkeling?
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Frequently Asked Questions (14)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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Yes, we allow pregnant women to go on snorkeling. However, it’s crucial to consult with your healthcare provider before doing so to assess your individual health and pregnancy stage.
Jan 2022Yes, this is possible, as long as you are comfortable going into the water. All Cool Shore Excursions snorkeling tours adhere to strict safety regulations and have been designed to be enjoyed by all.
Your safety is our #1 priority, which is why:
- You will be wearing a flotation device at all times.
- On many tours, there is a stairway from the boat into the water so you won’t have to “jump” in!
- There are trained staff in the water and watching from the boat at all times.
For these reasons, we believe that even non-swimmers can have a wonderful time on our snorkeling trips, however, the final judgment call is yours to make. Please note we do not give refunds if you decide not to snorkel on the trip.
Oct 2021The snorkel gear we use on Cool Shore Excursions tours is high quality and for your protection, the equipment is sanitized after each use. However, if you feel more comfortable using your own snorkeling equipment, feel free to bring it on the tour. Please note, there is no discount for providing your own equipment and we can’t be responsible for any lost or damaged items.
May 2023First-time snorkelers can be assured of one-on-one instruction and assistance. We find introducing folks to our world very rewarding!
Oct 2021There are no legal age limits for snorkeling. We have found that age 5 or 6 is a good age to learn the basics of snorkeling, however, it’s entirely up to individuals to make the best choice for their family.
Sep 2021If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Small-group guaranteed & personal experience.
- All passengers must have filled in the medical form in order to join this tour! Age Limit: 69.
- Drysuit and all other snorkel equipment (thermal undersuit, mask, snorkel, fins, hoods and gloves).
- Free GoPro photos from the tour (underwater and out of the water).
- Hot chocolate/tea and chocolate bar after snorkeling.
- Guided snorkeling tour in Silfra Fissure.
- Professional English Speaking Guide.
- Certified PADI dive / Dive-master Guide for Snorkeling Tour.
- Parking fees.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 12..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Silfra Snorkeling Between Continents Photos Included- Self Drive is as follows:
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not allowed for people over 69 years old
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Silfra Snorkeling Between Continents Photos Included- Self Drive will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Small-group guaranteed & personal experience
- All passengers must have filled in the medical form in order to join this tour! Age Limit: 69
- Drysuit and all other snorkel equipment (thermal undersuit, mask, snorkel, fins, hoods and gloves)
- Free GoPro photos from the tour (underwater and out of the water)
- Hot chocolate/tea and chocolate bar after snorkeling
- Guided snorkeling tour in Silfra Fissure
- Professional English Speaking Guide
- Certified PADI dive / Dive-master Guide for Snorkeling Tour
- Parking fees
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not allowed for people over 69 years old
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Have read, signed, and followed directions on the Snorkeling Silfra Medical Statement Form –https://troll.is/medical). You can sign the form at the meeting location.
- Be comfortable in water and be able to swim.
- Communicate in English at the time of the tour.
- Be physically fit.
- You must be prepared to wear a dry suit (tight at the neck) to protect against cold water; please note that slight water leakage around the neck and sleeves area may happen, and that is considered normal.
- You must be a minimum of 135 cm and a maximum of 200 cm in height and weigh between 30 and 140 kilos along with being physically fit.
- You must be a maximum of 69 years of age to participate in this tour. If you are over 60 years of age, you need a medical waiver, available on page 2 of the Medical Statement.
- You must be a minimum of 12 years of age to participate in this tour. Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian booked on the same tour.
- If you are over 45 and partake/have partaken in pipe smoking or heavy alcohol intake, you need a medical waiver.
- Please note that should you have any neurological, circulatory or respiratory problems or underlying diseases, battled any illnesses or have any physical problems you might have to turn in a physicians allowance to participate in this tour.
- This is a self drive tour, you need your own car to arrive to the meeting point, please note there are no public buses to reach the location.
- Standard snorkel masks don’t fit over glasses. We recommend bringing contact lenses for the best experience.
- Silfra gets very busy in summer. That's why we recommend booking our earliest morning or late afternoon tours.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
