Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates - Meet on Location in Reykjavik
Reykjavik, Iceland

Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates - Meet on Location

Outty Ranking 91 4.9 · 5,144 traveler reviews2.5 hoursFrom $15990+ Club

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91/100

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4.9/5

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Is Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates - Meet on Location worth booking?

Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates - Meet on Location is a 2.5-hour experience in Reykjavik, Iceland, from $159 per person. It scores 91 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 5,144 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.

Outty Ranking
91 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (5,144)
Duration
2.5 hours
From
$159 per person

Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience with a snorkeling tour of Silfra fissure! Float between two tectonic plates, between the continents, in the clearest water in the world (100m+ visibility) while admiring the mesmer

What you get

    About this experience

    Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience with a snorkeling tour of Silfra fissure! Float between two tectonic plates, between the continents, in the clearest water in the world (100m+ visibility) while admiring the mesmerizing colors of this underwater world. You don’t need to be a certified diver in order to experience water at its clearest! Snorkeling at Silfra is suitable for anyone who feels comfortable in water and knows how to swim. This family-friendly activity is suitable for children from 12 years old. The snorkeling tour of Silfra is done in a dry suit, helping you to stay warm and dry inside the suit while swimming in the cold, crystal clear water. Silfra is located in Thingvellir National Park which is a Unesco heritage site. The beautiful park is one of the wonders on the famous Golden circle route.

    What's included

    Included

    • Heated changing van
    • Live guide that is a PADI instructor
    • Hot chocolate and cookies
    • Entrance fee to Silfra (ISK 1,500)
    • Guided snorkeling tour
    • All necessary snorkeling equipment, drysuit and warm undersuit

    Not included

    • Souvenir photos of your snorkeling tour (available to purchase)
    • Gratuities

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Reykjavik

    After you have entered Thingvellir National Park, turn onto road #361. Stay on this road for a few minutes and take the 3rd right where you will see the Silfra car park with our company vans. Drive a little further to parking lot P5 to park and walk back to meet our guides.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    After you have entered Thingvellir National Park, turn onto road #361. Stay on this road for a few minutes and take the 3rd right where you will see the Silfra car park with our company vans. Drive a little further to parking lot P5 to park and walk back to meet our guides.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    DIVE.IS - The Sport Diving School of Iceland

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • IMPORTANT - Participants who are 60 years of age and older must have their doctor sign the approval form in order to participate
    • All participant's height, weight and age information must be provided to local operator to ensure they bring the best fitting drysuit. The tour operator will contact you after booking to ask for this information.
    • All participants will need to fill out a medical form before participating in the tour. The form can be filled out online
    • Drysuits are worn over your own clothing. We recommend wearing long thermal underwear and thick wool socks as a base layer under the dry suit
    • Minimum height is 4ft 11in (150cm). Minimum weight is 100lbs (45kg).
    • Maximum height and weight is 6ft7in (200cm) and 264lbs (120kg).
    • Participants must be comfortable in water and able to swim, physically fit and healthy
    • Please note that that dry suits can sometimes feel quite tight and constricting
    • All participants must be able to communicate in English
    • Not suitable for pregnant women
    • All participants must be at least 12 years old

    Photos

    Entering Silfra fissureEnjoying the view in Silfra fissureSnorkeling between the two continental platesSnorkeler in the clear water of Silfra fissureThingvellir National Park, home of SilfraThe view above and below in Silfra lagoon

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5,141 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    6 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Traveler reviews

    5,141 verified traveler reviews for Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates - Meet on Location. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

    5 star
    4,976
    4 star
    114
    3 star
    19
    2 star
    9
    1 star
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    Bernita_L · August 2026

    Snorkeling with Emma

    What an amazing once in a lifetime experience! Emma was fantastic and made sure we were safe and gave us a lot of very interesting facts. Highly recommend

    via Viator

    DeborahW_W · August 2026

    Great and Unique Experience!!

    Exceptional experience for everyone! The tour provider personnel were excellent, handled each guest with kindness, efficiency, humor, and expertise. The equipment was clean and modern, kept us very warm on the snorkel in the fissure, and we were expertly assisted to put it on. Our group guide, Arman, was SO great with a couple of our group that had severe anxiety about the experience and created a safe and supportive environment to enjoy every bit of it!! Thanks to DIVE.IS for a great day and highly recommend this tour!!

    via Viator

    gryhdlvrah · August 2026

    Highly recommend

    Emma was the best! Highly recommend this if you’re up for a chilly dip. It wasn’t too bad really. Beautiful clear water❤️

    via Tripadvisor

    ericmZ9527FL · August 2026

    MUST DO!!!!

    Absolutely astounding experience with Dive.is. The only fault was of my own doing. I have leaned to not just rely on Trip Advisor for the full experience. Please check out their website directly to see their full offerings! I will do this with every experience from here on in, so I don’t miss the above and beyond options.

    via Tripadvisor

    parkerhouse79 · August 2026

    Thank you Armand!

    This was a wonderful experience. Our tour guide Armand was very helpful and attentive. I had issues acclimating to the water and snorkeling and he helped me every step of the way. Thank you Armand to allowing my husband and I to have the experience of a lifetime!

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    2.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $159 to $179
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    1,800
    Verdict
    90+ Club

    Why this scores 91

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)93
    Review evidence (18% weight)100
    Booking momentum (14% weight)100
    Value for money (12% weight)75
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)67
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates - Meet on Location: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Reykjavik.

    How much does Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates - Meet on Location cost?

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    Prices start at $159 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Reykjavik usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates - Meet on Location take?

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    Plan for about 2.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Reykjavik is not rushed.

    Is Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates - Meet on Location worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 91 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 5,144 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Reykjavik, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates - Meet on Location?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates - Meet on Location suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates - Meet on Location?

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    Around 1,800 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Reykjavik can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Reykjavik and add a light layer if any part of the 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates - Meet on Location start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Reykjavik within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Reykjavik?

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    On Outty we rank every Reykjavik experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Reykjavik Food Walk - Local Foodie Adventure in Iceland, Small-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater, Reykjavík Small group Walking Tour - by CityWalk. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Reykjavik?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Reykjavik?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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