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The 15 Best Snorkelling Trips in Iceland

29 tours  ·  from $140 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 snorkelling trips worth the money in a country where nothing is cheap, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates - Meet on Location - Getting dressed in a heated changing van
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Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates – Meet on Location

1.Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates – Meet on Location

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,001 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $154Our pick

Review of Silfra snorkeling near Reykjavik, with clear glacial water, small groups, drysuit tips, costs, safety, and booking advice.

“Such a great experience to be able to see and be between the tectonic plates. The water was super clear and a bit cold at first but you get used to it. Shout out to Hugo, he was an amazing guide!”

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Reykjavík: Silfra Fissure Snorkeling between Two Continents - From Reykjavík to Thingvellir in under an hour
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Reykjavík: Silfra Fissure Snorkeling between Two Continents

3.Silfra Fissure Snorkeling between Two Continents

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,712 reviews · 3 - 5.5 hours · from $140Best value

Snorkel Silfra’s crystal-clear glacial water between tectonic plates, with expert guides, gear, photos, transport, and hot cocoa.

“The activity itself was great, you get to see the fisure clearly, what I would add to the overall experience is a initial talk of how everything will be during the activity, some things just take you by surprise”

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Silfra Drysuit Snorkeling with Free Photos - Meet on Location - Getting into the drysuit
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Silfra Drysuit Snorkeling with Free Photos – Meet on Location

4.Silfra Drysuit Snorkeling with Free Photos – Meet on Location

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,299 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $140

Review of Silfra snorkeling in Iceland: swim between tectonic plates in crystal-clear water with drysuit gear, photos, guides, and hot chocolate.

“This was amazing and I'm so glad my husband and I got to experience this. First our guide, Oli with Adventure Vikings, was wonderful. He makes you feel comfortable on land and in water. You'll be stuffed into a dry suit that feels a bit awkward but you'll be thankful it keeps you dry from the neck down. The water is cold at first but after a few minutes you adjust and forget your face is in it. Once you're thru the assembly line of getting gear you'll walk over on the platform and get in after instructions from the guide. Then you're off in the water snorkeling in the…”

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Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates Pick Up from Reykjavik - The ride from Reykjavik to Thingvellir
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Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates Pick Up from Reykjavik

5.Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates Pick Up from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,187 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $225

Review of Silfra snorkeling from Reykjavik, with clear glacial water, tectonic plates, gear advice, tour logistics, and honest value tips.

“We had a memorable experience snorkeling with Armand. He prepared us very well for what to expect and was incredibly friendly and personable. Your face does eventually go numb and you don’t even realize how cold it is. How many people do you know that can say they have snorkeled between tectonic plates?”

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Silfra: Half-Day Snorkeling Day Trip with Underwater Photos - Meeting the group at Thingvellir P5
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Silfra: Half-Day Snorkeling Day Trip with Underwater Photos

6.Silfra: Half-Day Snorkeling Day Trip with Underwater Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,155 reviews · 3 hours · from $140

Review of Silfra snorkeling in Iceland, with clear-water views, drysuit advice, pricing, photos, logistics, and tips for a smooth visit.

“Hello, I did my first ever snorkelling and I must say, it was transcendent experience. Water was super transparent and I was able to even see the deepest portions clearly. I have to specifically say about my instructor INES. She as super kind, friendly and patient in answer even the stupidest questions from me. I felt very confident doing it with her, though this was my 1st time. Thanks again INES. See you at Salzburg. Insta- Sidesh sidhu”

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Silfra: Snorkeling Tour Between Tectonic Plates - Arriving at Thingvellir and Finding the Meeting Point
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Silfra: Snorkeling Tour Between Tectonic Plates

7.Silfra: Snorkeling Tour Between Tectonic Plates

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 720 reviews · 2.5 - 5 hours · from $140

Snorkel between Iceland’s tectonic plates at Silfra, with crystal-clear glacial water, expert guides, dry suits, hot chocolate, and small groups.

“Amazing experience, a must do! If you land Armand as your guide you’re in for a treat too. A great guide who had us all at ease.”

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Silfra Drysuit Snorkeling Tour with Free Photos - From Reykjavik - The 45-minute ride from Reykjavik to Thingvellir
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Silfra Drysuit Snorkeling Tour with Free Photos – From Reykjavik

8.Silfra Drysuit Snorkeling Tour with Free Photos – From Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 624 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $189

Review of Silfra drysuit snorkeling from Reykjavik, with clear glacial water, small groups, photos, hot chocolate, costs, and practical tips.

“Tour guide ‘B’ was amazing. Obviously, it was cold. We were prepared for the 2 degree Celsius water though. Everything was well run. Once in the water, it was stunning!”

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Golden Circle & Snorkeling in Silfra From Reykjavík with Free Photos - Silfra Fissure: the cold-water centerpiece
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Golden Circle & Snorkeling in Silfra From Reykjavík with Free Photos

9.Golden Circle & Snorkeling in Silfra From Reykjavík with Free Photos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 571 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $320

Combine Silfra snorkeling with Iceland’s Golden Circle, including Gullfoss, Geysir, Thingvellir, transport, gear, and free photos.

“I had no experience of the trip!! My flight got cancelled and I asked to move my trip to the next day and you said no and I could not afford to pay for it again due to your unwillingness to help me out to something I was really looking forward to..your customer support is terrible and feel like your happy to screw over a tourist”

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From Reykjavík: Silfra Snorkeling with free photos - The six-hour outing from Reykjavík
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From Reykjavik: Silfra Snorkeling with Free Photos

10.Silfra Snorkeling with Free Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 506 reviews · from $212

Snorkel between continents at Iceland’s Silfra fissure with clear water, expert guides, photos, transfers, and hot chocolate.

“Ed our guide was so kind and helpful with getting us ready and explaining all so clearly! He was perfect and can’t recommend him enough”

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Silfra Fissure Snorkeling From Reykjavík - Free Underwater Photos - The ride from Reykjavík to Thingvellir
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Silfra Fissure Snorkeling From Reykjavík – Free Underwater Photos

Silfra Wetsuit Snorkeling - Meet on Location | Free Photos - Getting fitted for wetsuit or dry suit equipment
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Silfra Wetsuit Snorkeling – Meet on Location | Free Photos

12.Silfra Wetsuit Snorkeling – Meet on Location | Free Photos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 376 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $140

Review of Silfra snorkeling in Iceland: crystal-clear glacier water, small groups, warm cocoa, photos, costs, gear, and practical tips.

“We had the best snorkeling experience. What made the trip even better was our tour guide, Alex. He was so attentive, fun and made us feel so comfortable every step of the way.”

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From Reykjavík: Golden Circle Tour and Silfra Snorkeling - The Reykjavík pickup and minibus ride
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From Reykjavík: Golden Circle Tour and Silfra Snorkeling

13.Golden Circle Tour and Silfra Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 298 reviews · 10 hours · from $305

Review of Iceland’s Golden Circle and Silfra snorkeling tour from Reykjavík, with practical tips on cold water, timing, guides, and value.

“This was great. Our driver and guide, ASI, was wonderful. He was very knowledgeable, kind, and full of positive energy all day long! Our snorkel guide, Pablo, was outstanding! He made us feel safe and comfortable so we could totally enjoy our beautiful surroundings! Thank you for this excellent experience.”

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Silfra: Hot and Cold Snorkeling and Spa Tour - Self Drive - The walk to Silfra and the water route
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Silfra: Hot and Cold Snorkeling and Spa Tour – Self Drive

14.Silfra: Hot and Cold Snorkeling and Spa Tour – Self Drive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 248 reviews · from $206

Snorkel between tectonic plates at Silfra, then warm up in Laugarvatn Fontana’s geothermal pools, saunas, and steam room.

“Our guide Sara was the best! We felt safe and comfortable throughout the snorkel, and she checked on everyone several times. I really enjoyed Silfra and the hot springs after. Would recommend to anyone on the fence truly a bucket list moment, Sara was the best!”

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Reykjavík: Silfra Fissure Snorkeling and Lava Caving Tour - Raufarhólshellir at 9:30: Iceland below the lava field
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Reykjavík: Silfra Fissure Snorkeling and Lava Caving Tour

15.Silfra Fissure Snorkeling and Lava Caving Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 176 reviews · from $202

Explore Raufarhólshellir lava tunnels and snorkel between tectonic plates at Silfra on this full-day Iceland adventure from Reykjavík.

“I wasn’t able to go Cause I got sick but Get your guide was wonderful working with me. They gave me a refund and I really appreciated that cause they didn’t have to do that.”

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