Description
Feel the pure glacial water of Silfra and enjoy greater freedom of movement in a wetsuit on this invigorating Reykjavík departure to one of the clearest natural swimming locations on Earth.
At Þingvellir, your guide provides a thick wetsuit and complete snorkelling equipment before leading you through blue fissure corridors shaped by the movement of two continents. The water is famously cold, but the close connection with Silfra makes this version especially exhilarating.
Transport, guidance, equipment, hot chocolate and underwater photographs combine into a seamless half-day experience for confident swimmers who want a more immersive encounter with Icelandic nature.
Choose the wetsuit experience and turn Silfra’s cold, clear water into an unforgettable personal achievement.
What is included
- Return transport from Reykjavík
- Guided wetsuit snorkelling in Silfra
- Thick wetsuit and complete snorkelling equipment
- Silfra entrance fee
- Underwater photographs and hot chocolate
What do I need to bring
- Warm base layers and thick socks
- Comfortable clothes for after the water
- A small towel and swimwear when requested
- Contact lenses instead of glasses when needed
- Booking voucher and a camera or phone
Good to know
- Silfra stays exceptionally clear and cold throughout the year.
- Participants must be confident swimmers and meet the age, height, weight, fitness and medical requirements shown while booking.
- All essential activity equipment is prepared before entering the water.
Meeting format: Pick-up.
Use the exact location, arrival time and transport instructions shown on your voucher.
Highlights
- Wetsuit Snorkeling in Silfra from Reykjavík
- Carefully guided small-group experience
- Memorable Icelandic water and landscape scenery
- Clear booking and meeting arrangements
Wetsuit Snorkeling in Silfra from Reykjavík – Frequently Asked Questions
A wetsuit allows water inside and offers more freedom of movement, creating a colder and more direct experience of Silfra.
It suits confident swimmers who are comfortable with cold water and want a more immersive snorkelling experience.
Yes. This product includes arranged Reykjavík pickup and return transport.
The water remains around 2–4°C year-round, making the wetsuit option exhilarating even in summer.
Yes. Photographs from the guided snorkelling experience are included.
Bring swimwear, a towel, warm clothing for afterwards and the exact pickup details shown on your voucher.
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