Silfra Snorkeling Tour by DIVE.IS
A meet-on-location Silfra snorkeling tour with dry suit gear, PADI instructor guidance, entrance fee, hot chocolate and cookies included.
Best for visitors with a rental car who want the classic Silfra experience without Reykjavík pickup.
Tour overview
The classic Silfra experience for most visitors
This snorkeling option is the easier and more accessible way to experience Silfra. Visitors float through crystal-clear glacial water between the tectonic plates while staying insulated in a dry suit and warm undersuit.
It works especially well for self-drive travelers visiting Þingvellir or the Golden Circle because the tour starts at the Silfra meeting point rather than in Reykjavík.
Main experience
Entry point
Clear water
Between platesWhat is included
Everything you need for the experience
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Included
- Guided snorkeling tour in Silfra
- PADI instructor / live guide
- Dry suit, warm undersuit and snorkeling equipment
- Heated changing van
- Entrance fee to Silfra
- Hot chocolate and cookies after the activity
Not included / remember
- Souvenir photos may be purchased separately
- Gratuities are optional and not included
- Reykjavík pickup is not included
- Parking and personal travel costs are not included
Experience flow
What to expect step by step
Arrive early
Reach the meeting point before your start time so the guide can check you in.
Suit up
Get fitted with dry suit, warm undersuit, mask, snorkel and fins.
Safety briefing
Learn how to float comfortably, stay warm and follow the guide through the fissure.
Snorkel Silfra
Float through Silfra Crack, Hall, Cathedral and Lagoon in clear glacial water.
Warm up
Return to the meeting area for hot chocolate, cookies and optional photos.
Requirements
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Age
All participants must be at least 12 years old.
Dry suit fit
Minimum 150 cm / 45 kg and maximum 200 cm / 120 kg limits apply.
Swimming ability
Participants must be comfortable in water and able to swim.
Health rules
Not suitable during pregnancy. Ages 60+ need doctor approval.
Meet at the Silfra parking area in Þingvellir
This self-drive snorkeling tour begins at the DIVE.IS Silfra meeting point. After entering Þingvellir National Park, follow road #361 toward the Silfra car park and use Parking P5.
- Meet at DIVE.IS Meeting Point for Silfra snorkeling and diving tours.
- Address: 806 Thingvellir, Iceland.
- Parking P5 is the key parking reference for self-drive visitors.
- The tour ends back at the starting point.
Why choose this tour
Best fit for self-drive travelers and first-time Silfra visitors
Easy choice
Snorkeling is the best default choice for most visitors.
Complete setup
Gear, entrance fee, guide, hot drink and cookies are included.
Efficient format
Self-drive format fits well into a Golden Circle day.
FAQ
Common booking questions
Answers are short, practical and conversion-focused.
Do I need scuba certification?
No. This is snorkeling, not scuba diving, but you must be comfortable in water and able to swim.
Is pickup included?
No. This is the meet-on-location version. Choose a Reykjavík pickup tour if you do not have a car.
Will I be cold?
The water is cold, but the tour includes dry suit and warm undersuit equipment. Wear long thermal underwear and thick wool socks underneath.
Are photos included?
Souvenir photos are listed as available for purchase separately, so do not present them as included unless your provider link confirms otherwise.
Ready to snorkel Silfra?
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