Why choose this Reykjavik tour ?
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.
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Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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)
- 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.
- Make sure to eat breakfast before this activity
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
Silfra Wetsuit Snorkeling – Meet on location | Free Photos Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Underwater photos
- PADI Divemaster/ Instructor or equivalent
- Hot chocolate
Not Included
- Food
- Clothing suitable for the weather, for example waterproofs
- Swimwear and towel
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Adventure Vikings.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Atlantic/Reykjavik.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 341 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 12 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Meeting Details:
Your tour kicks off at Silfra at the scheduled time mentioned on your ticket, so it’s essential to arrive 15 minutes early. Please be aware that if you miss your tour by arriving after the designated time, no refunds can be issued. Familiarize yourself with the precise locations:
Parking lot P5 (park the car): https://maps.app.goo.gl/vSvLfG96Rs7Rqjow5
Meeting Point (meet your guide): https://maps.app.goo.gl/XvYaTxMihSFvTdHp6
To avoid potential reception issues, it’s advisable to save these locations on your offline maps. The drive from Reykjavík to Silfra takes about 1 hour. Please note that public parking is unavailable at the Silfra parking lot, and you’ll need to park at the P5 parking lot, a 5-minute walk away. Always check the weather forecast, stick to main roads, and avoid shortcuts, especially during winter. For additional travel information, visit SafeTravel. https://safetravel.is/
Also, be aware that Thingvellir National Park charges a parking fee, payable on-site or online – https://www.checkit.is/en
If you haven’t already, please read and understand the Silfra Medical Statement:
https://adventurevikings.is/wp-content/forms/SNORKELING%20SILFRA%20MEDICAL%20STATEMENT%202023.pdf
Attire:
For wetsuit: Bring swimwear and a towel.
For dry-suit: Bring long thermal underwear, thick wool socks (or two pairs of warm socks), and dress according to the weather conditions on the tour day. Gloves and a hat are advisable throughout the year.
