Silfra: Fissure Snorkeling Tour with Underwater Photos, Reykjavik

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Event

WHEN Monday 3 November to Monday 10 November

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Snorkel between the tectonic plates of North America and Europe at the Silfra Fissure in Þingvellir National Park.

Highlights

Snorkel where the tectonic plates of 2 continents are drifting apart
Marvel at the amazing colors of the glacier meltwater
Get back to wild nature in Þingvellir National Park
Benefit from free souvenir photos of your unique experience

Description

Snorkel between two continents at the Silfra Fissure in Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stay warm as you explore this magical underwater glacial world with a high-quality dry suit. Upon arrival, learn a bit about the fissure with your guide and get set up with all the required snorkeling gear. Explore the valley where the tectonic plates of North America and Europe drift further apart every year, located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Þingvellir National Park. Swim through the filtered crystal-clear glacial meltwater with your guide. Admire the vibrant colors and keep your eyes peeled for local plant species and marine life like the dwarf char. Marvel at the vibrant colors of the glacier meltwater as you swim between two continents. After the activity, enjoy some hot drinks and cookies and receive photos taken on a GoPro as a souvenir of your memorable experience.

Includes

Certified PADI dive guide Dry suit and other snorkeling equipment Hot drinks Cookies GoPro photos

Important Information

Pregnant women are not permitted to take part
You must be physically fit to take part
You must be comfortable in the water and able to swim
You must be able to communicate in English
You must weigh between 45 kilograms (99 pounds) and 120 kilograms (264 pounds)
You must be at least 145 centimeters and no more than 200 centimeters tall
Be prepared to wear a sometimes tight and constricting dry suit
You will need to get medical clearance from a doctor in order to participate if you are 60 years old or over (max age to take part in this tour is 69) What to bring: Wear a warm base layer like socks, leggings, shirt No jewelry like earrings, bracelets or watches Change of clothes (just in case) Contact lenses if you wear glasses