Silfra Wetsuit Snorkeling - Meet on location | Free Photos


3 hours
Free cancellation
1 - 12
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Overview

Snorkeling in a wetsuit in Iceland is something that may sound crazy but it can be one of the most rewarding things you can ever do. Hearing what our guides know and what our customers say after the tour is the reason we offer the wetsuit to you.

We are the only company that offer a wetsuit and a drysuit. This allows multiple people in your group to decide what is truly the right fit for them to tailor make your day.

Most people who choose the wetsuit do so because they want to be able to dive down. Therefore because of this this option is popular with scuba divers who do not have the required certifications for the drysuit scuba dive.

When underwater a serene silence washes over you that can only be experienced by being under the water in a wetsuit. It is something that makes this quite possibly the best way to view the waters of Silfra, consistently over 100 metre in visibility.

If you're not a particularly confident swimmer then the drysuit snorkel is an easier option for you.

Inclusions

  • Underwater photos
  • PADI Divemaster/ Instructor or equivalent
  • Hot chocolate
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment

What to expect

Itinerary

After parking your car in P5 you will meet you where all the snorkel/ dive vans are. Once you have greeted your guide he or she will run through how the day will go and what to expect from the tour. Once you're wearing all of our snorkel gear you will listen in to a safety briefing prior to entering Siflra.

Silfra is known for it's visibility exceeding 100 metres. The reason for this is because 50km away there is a glacier that melts at different times of the year and this melt water makes a journey underground until it reaches a big 'crack' in the ground. This meltwater fills this 'crack' or 'canyon' meaning we can go snorkeling there to experience it. After spending 30-40 minutes in the water you'll finish the tour by warming up with a well earned hot chocolate.

Your guide will take photos of you throughout and does not charge extra commission. Normally included are 40-100 photos, this varies on group size and the comfort level of the group. They are downloadable after a few days.

With the wetsuit option all you need to wear your bathing suit underneath. Our guides highly recommended that you bring thick socks as this will help to keep your feet warm while snorkeling!

Stop At:

• Thingvellir National Park, Thingvellir Iceland
• Silfra, Thingvellir Iceland

Additional information

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • All participants must know how to swim and be comfortable in water
  • All participants must be able to communicate in English
  • Bring a swimsuit and towel.
  • Minimum age is 12 years, please reach out regarding younger participants & Participants over the age of 65 need to get a physicians approval
  • Be at minimum 150cm (4’9) tall / maximum 200cm (6’7) tall, and be at minimum 50kg (99 lbs) / maximum 120kg (264 lbs)
  • Don't wear glasses, instead bring contact lenses or your own prescription mask (if you have one)
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Recommended to bring a change of clothes (the drysuit has a very small chance of leaking)
  • Please dress according to weather - no heals or jeans
  • All participants heights, weights and age must be provided to local operator. If you do not provide at time of booking, please contact supplier immediately after booking to provide this information
  • Note: Each guide can assist one group of up to six participants at a time. Up to three different groups can be present during this activity.
  • We recommend wearing long thermal underwear and thick wool socks a a base layer under the drysuit
  • All participants will need to fill out a medical form before participating in the tour. Please find a link to the medical statement on your ticket voucher right after booking the experience to be sure if you qualify.
  • All our equipment and vehicles are thoroughly washed and sanitized after each use.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Christine_L
May 2023

The excursion was easy to book, easy to find, and the guides were incredible! They prepared you for your snorkeling excursion and helped you along the way! Would highly recommend!

Kahira_F
March 2023

It was very intense driving there because our GPS started taking us in circles. Finally we decided to follow one of the vans with the tour guide name on it. There wasn't that many signs leading us to the right destination either. I was so relieved when we finally arrived and was warmly greeted by...

525ewans
November 2021

We had an amazing time snorkelling with Chico, water wasn't that cold so can definitely recommend the wetsuit over the drysuit!

Lorraine_H
May 2022

Once in a lifetime experience! Luis was great! Got to cross off my bucket list. Beautiful day and great group!

Tammy_G
October 2021

Great time. enjoyed Alberto and Luis as our guides. Highly recommended to all who are looking for an Icelandic adventure

Robert_W
May 2022

Tom was an amazing guide! There is a bit of setup to get into the suit but it’s well worth it! It does take a little effort while in the water but for the majority of the snorkel the current flows you along.

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