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Golden Circle & Snorkeling

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Golden Circle & Snorkeling

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The famous Golden Circle & Snorkeling at the Silfra Fissure

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Person snorkeling by surface in clear blue waters by rocks

Beautiful geysir erupting in to orange sunset skies and reflection to ground

Woman with snorkeling gear swimming in Silfra Fissure

Golden Circle route gullfoss waterfall surrounded by green grass and grey skies in spring

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About tour

Embark on our combo Golden Circle and Snorkeling at the Silfra Fissure tour. Our small-group sightseeing tour combines natural beauty, geological wonders, and an enthralling snorkeling experience in one day.

The Golden Circle has long been a favorite route for travelers, and snorkeling in Silfra is one of the most popular activities in Iceland. Combine the two, and you will have the perfect day tour ahead!

Snorkeling at Silfra Fissure has been rated one of the Top 5 activities in the world by Trip Advisor!

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Must-Read: Silfra Snorkeling Guidebook for Participants Download

Highlights

Snorkeling in Silfra Fissure
Þingvellir National Park (Thingvellir)
Gullfoss Waterfall
Geysir Hot Spring Area
Kerið crater lake
Free Underwater Photos

Included

Pick-up & drop off from Reykjavík
English Speaking Tour Guide
A Guided Tour of the Golden Circle
Snorkeling Tour
All Snorkeling Equipment
All Necessary Safety Equipment
Silfra Admission Fee
Hot Chocolate and Cookies
Free WiFi on Board Your Bus
Free underwater photos taken by your guide
Shoe Spike Grips (Nov-March)

What to bring

Warm and waterproof outdoor clothing
Headwear
Gloves
Warm long underwear
Warm socks
A change of clothing
Good hiking shoes are recommended
Shoe Spike Grips (Oct-Apr)

Tour Snapshot

Availability All Year

Duration 10 hours

Departs From Reykjavik

Level Moderate

Ratio 1:19/1:6 Guide to client ratio

Meet on Location No

Pickup Yes

Minimum age 12 years Weight limit: 45-120 kg Height limit: 150-200 cm

Small Group Experience

• More attention from your guide

Expert Guides

• Deep local knowledge

From

289

Per

Adult

Get the best value for money by booking a combo tour for up to 15% less!

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Please read our Snorkeling Handbook before booking - it's mandatory.

From 331 USD

289

Per Adult

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Itinerary

The tour starts with an amazing snorkeling adventure in Silfra. We’ll leisurely float in the glacier meltwater that has been filtered through lava for about 50 years before reaching the fissure. The crystal-clear water has roughly the same temperature year-round, meaning you can enjoy this great tour in all seasons.

The low temperature and remarkably clear water provide incomparable visibility to anywhere else in the world. Underwater pictures are taken by our guides during the tour so it is not necessary to bring a waterproof camera. The snorkeling tour takes you through the four main sections of Silfra, including Silfra Deep Crack, Silfra Hall, Silfra Cathedral, and Silfra Lagoon. Countless shades of blue and green will take your breath away!

Exploring the Golden Circle

Tourist by walking route through Thingvellir national park in winter

You'll be picked up from Thingvellir after snorkeling for the Golden Circle Portion of the tour.

Discover Strokkur, Iceland’s most active hot spring that erupts once every 10 minutes. Strokkur is found in the Geysir Geothermal Area, where the famous Great Geysir has its home. Though Geysir is now dormant, the area is still very active, with numerous smaller hot springs for visitors to enjoy.

We’ll also visit Þingvellir National Park, which holds a special place in the heart of every Icelander because of its historical significance. Þingvellir, which means “fields of assembly,” is where Iceland’s first parliament, Althingi, was held in 930 AD. Althingi is also the oldest running parliament in the world.

In addition, Þingvellir is a famous UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its unique geology. The national park is located in a rift valley created by the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates drifting apart.

Next is the astonishing Gullfoss Waterfall. This double cascade is a sight to behold. The water flows all the way from Langjökull Glacier and gushes 32 m (105 ft) down into the rugged Gullfoss Canyon. Make sure your camera is ready at all times!

Our final stop is Kerið, a volcanic caldera with steep red rock walls and a bright blue-green lake at its base. It formed when a cone-shaped volcano emptied its magma chamber and collapsed inward.

Pick up & Return information

Pick-up will start at 7:45 AM between the 15th of May & 31st of August, and at 8:30 AM between 1st of September to 14th of May.

Available pick-up points: Arctic Adventures’s pick-up list.

Return time: You will return to Reykjavik around 18:00 pm approximately.

Important

Participants need to be comfortable in the water and be able to swim. You cannot participate if you are pregnant due to the small risk of cold water entering the suit.

To participate in the tour, you must read and sign the medical statement form in our Snorkeling Handbook before booking. If you have any medical conditions, medical approval from a doctor is required.

Dry suit sizes: While we would like everyone to join our tour, our gear sizes reflect what is available on the market, and it is important guests are within the size parameters. This ensures the safety equipment can serve its purpose and keep guests from getting cold in the glacial water.

Weight limit: 99-265 lbs (45-120 kg)

Height limit: 4'11" - 6'7" (150-200 cm)

English: It is important that you can both understand and communicate in English in order to participate in the tour.

Please note

These are two separate tours and if one of the tours gets canceled, the other will still be available for you to join.

Interactive Map

Explore the top attractions of the tour with our interactive map

FAQ

What is the best way to prepare for the tour?

All relevant information for the tour can be found in our snorkeling handbook.

Can I bring my camera on my snorkeling tour?

Yes, you can bring a camera, but we recommend to have a waterproof one if you want to have it in the water with you.

Do you offer photos from the snorkeling tour?

Our guides normally have an underwater camera and usually, take photos during the tour without any fees. If you are interested in photos please let your guide know before you go into the water and after the tour, the guide will provide you the code to the folder which includes all the photos from that day.

Kindly note that photos cannot be guaranteed. Our customers’ safety and well-being are our first priority, and therefore the guide will focus on snorkelers as a priority when in the water and will be taking photos when everyone is comfortable.

Can I wear glasses during the snorkeling?

No. Unfortunately, glasses don’t create a seal between your face and the mask. We recommend wearing contact lenses instead.

I am pregnant, can I participate in the snorkeling tour?

You are not able to participate in the snorkelling tour if you are pregnant.

Do I need to be able to understand and communicate in English in order to participate in the tour?

Yes, the tour is directed in English and therefore you need to be able to understand English to participate.

What are the requirements for snorkeling in Silfra?

Participants must be more than 12 years old. Those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian booked on the same tour.

You need to know how to swim independently.

All participants must have read and followed the directions in the Silfra handbook.

Participants must check that they fit within the following height and weight limitations for the dry suits:

Minimum Height: 150 cm (4'11")
Minimum Weight: 45 kg (99 lbs)
Maximum Height: 200 cm (6'7")
Maximum Weight: 120 kg (265 lbs)

Do I need to know how to swim?

Yes, you must be able to swim independently without a lifejacket, and you must be comfortable in the water.

Do I need previous experience to snorkel?

No, you don’t need any previous experience to snorkel, but it is important that you can swim independently and that you are comfortable in the water.

What clothing should I wear?

Please wear or bring some long underwear and some warm socks. Wool or fleece is the best material to wear. You will be wearing your long underwear and warm socks under the dry suit when snorkeling.

Can The Guide Advise if I am Eligible For Rescheduling the Tour and/or a Refund?

No, our guides are not able to provide information on these matters, but our team will be happy to assist you. We kindly ask that you reach out to our customer care team regarding any questions or concerns.

How is it best to be ready for a pick-up for a tour with Arctic Adventures?

This is a great question. We ask all participants to be ready from the start of the pickup time indicated. This is because you may well be the first pick up of the day. Please be at your assigned location at the start time that you chose when booking the tour.

Here you should wait for your guide.

Have your email and phone number listed with us so we can contact you if we run into any trouble finding you.

View our pick-up locations in Reykjavík.

Can I drink alcohol before or during Arctic Adventures tours?

Before and during activities on the multi-day tours consumption of alcohol is prohibited. If we suspect that a participant is intoxicated, we will prohibit them from joining the activity.

After the activities of the day are finished, you are welcome to have a drink and relax.

Do you offer any family friendly tours, for younger children?

Yes, we do. Langjökull Ice Cave is a magical experience, the tour has no minimum age and is a wonderful option for the whole family. Whale Watching with our partner company Elding has been a favourite with families traveling with young children, these guys have a great success rate in seeing whales (upwards of 98% in the summertime).

Another option would be the Landmannalaugar Safari on this tour you get to explore parts of the Icelandic highlands and bathe in natural hot springs. Most of our super jeep tours are also suitable for children over the age of 6 years old. If you would like a nice and relaxing experience we would also recommend the Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon tour.

Can the itinerary for the tour change?

Your safety is our number one priority! Keeping this in mind, Arctic Adventures reserves the right to adjust the itinerary and/or take different routes depending on conditions. Please read more information in our cancellation policy.

Is there a guide on each Arctic Adventures tour?

Yes, there is a specially trained and certified guide on each of our tours. The only exception to this is for our self-drive tours.

All of our tours are guided in English.

Can the guide advise if I am eligible for rescheduling the tour and/or a refund?

No, for all your questions and concerns you would need to contact our customer service.

What type of power outlets are used in Iceland? Do I need to bring an adapter?

The standard in Iceland is 230V and 50Hz and we use F-type power sockets and plugs, so you might have to bring an adaptor if you are visiting from UK, USA, Canada or other countries using a different voltage, Hz or plugs.

How are the tours rated in terms of difficulty?

Our tours are split into four different categories that help participants to understand what to expect from the tour. The categories are Easy, Moderate, Challenging and Demanding. Each tour is rated making it easier to find tours that suit you.

For further information about the difficulty ratings and descriptions.

How does carbon offsetting work?

We’ve partnered with the Kolviður Fund in a new carbon offsetting program, which passengers can select to participate in at the time of booking.

The Kolviður Fund is the oldest, most respected carbon offsetting program in Iceland. With your support, one tree will be planted in special Kolviður forests in Iceland to carbon offset your tour with us.

Kolviður forests are strategically planted to absorb the maximum amount of CO2 and the forests are protected for a minimum of 60 years. During their lifetime the trees absorb carbon and store it in their root system, trunk, and branches. Trees also prevent soil erosion and maintain storage of carbon in the soil.

Do you offer a tour that is solely the Golden Circle?

Yes, we offer the tour Golden Circle small group tour which is basically the Golden Circle with some extra stops. This tour is focusing on sightseeing and the history of Iceland. Our stops are Gullfoss waterfall, Þingvellir national park (home to one of the first parliaments of the world), Geysir hot spring area and the historic Skálholt cathedral. View Golden Circle Tours.

I want to book the Golden Circle in combination to another tour, what are my options?

We offer numerous options to spice up your Golden Circle tour and make the most of your day. Here is a list of some great tours.

All year-around options:

Summer season:

Winter season:

What sights will I see on the Golden Circle?

The tour is based around the three most popular attractions in Iceland Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss Waterfall and The Great Geysir. We offer several Golden Circle trips that combine sightseeing with some of our adventure tours.

Do I need crampons for this tour?

If you're visiting during winter, typically from mid-October to mid-April, we highly recommend using lightweight crampons (also called ice spikes) for added safety on icy paths while sightseeing. You can purchase them during the booking process to ensure a more secure and comfortable experience.

Find more details about crampons and ice spikes in this guide.