Snorkeling in Silfra with Fly Over Iceland Virtual Experience

Snorkel glacial water between two continents, then fly over Iceland without leaving the ground

Snorkeling in Silfra fissure near Reykjavik combines two experiences in one 7.5-hour day: you suit up and enter the rift between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates, where glacial water filtered through lava fields stays exceptionally clear, then move to Fly Over Iceland for an immersive flight simulation with motion, wind and mist. The activity includes all snorkeling gear, a dry suit or wetsuit, hot chocolate, and your underwater photos. You drive yourself to both sites and must be comfortable in water, between 150–200 cm tall, and able to swim.

What’s included

The experience includes the Fly Over Iceland immersive flight, Silfra National Park and snorkeling fees, all snorkeling equipment, a wetsuit or dry suit with thermal undergarment, hot chocolate, and your underwater photos.

Times

• Every day 09:30 12:30

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Before you book

Group Up to 6

Live guide English and Spanish

Meeting point and pickup No hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point. 7 with pickup ›

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Ages Adult (12 and older) · Under 12: can't be booked

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Not recommended during pregnancy Not recommended with heart problems Not recommended with back problems

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The experience

You arrive at Silfra fissure in Thingvellir National Park, about 50 kilometers from Reykjavik, and suit up in a dry suit or wetsuit with help from your guide. The water here is glacial runoff that has filtered through lava fields for decades before filling the rift, so visibility runs exceptional and the water is cold enough that the suit matters. You enter between the two tectonic plates (the North American plate on one side, the Eurasian on the other), and snorkel across the gap. The guide stays with your group of up to six, and your underwater photos are included.

After snorkeling, you drive yourself to Fly Over Iceland in Reykjavik. The experience seats you with feet dangling before a 20-meter spherical screen while motion, wind, mist and scents combine to create the sensation of flight across Iceland's landscape: soaring over land, sea and ice. Before the ride begins, a storyteller and a character named Sú Vitra lead you through pre-ride events that set the scene with stories of Iceland and its natural forces. You can do this part of the day immediately after snorkeling or reschedule it for another day that fits your travel better.

The full day runs 7.5 hours and includes the National Park fee, snorkeling equipment, a thermal undergarment for the dry suit, hot chocolate, and your photos. You'll need to bring contact lenses or a prescription mask if you wear glasses, and a change of clothes is recommended since dry suits occasionally leak. Eat breakfast before you go, and dress for the weather: no heels or jeans. All participants must fill out a medical form before the activity. The operator will send you a link to it after you book.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I do the snorkeling and the flight experience on different days?

Yes. You can snorkel at Silfra on one day and reschedule the Fly Over Iceland flight for another day that suits your travel plans, so you don't have to fit both into a single afternoon if your schedule is tight.

What is the water like in Silfra fissure?

Silfra fissure fills with glacial water from Langjökull glacier that has been filtered through lava fields for decades, making it exceptionally clear and even drinkable. The water is cold, which is why the dry suit or wetsuit is essential.

Do I need to drive myself, or is transport included?

You drive yourself to both Silfra fissure in Thingvellir National Park and to Fly Over Iceland in Reykjavik. Transport is not included, but both sites are accessible from the city without a guide driving you.

What happens if I wear glasses?

Don't wear glasses in the water. Bring contact lenses instead, or bring your own prescription mask if you have one, so you can see clearly while snorkeling.

What's included in the price?

The price includes the Fly Over Iceland experience, Silfra National Park and snorkeling fees, all snorkeling equipment, a wetsuit or dry suit, a thermal undergarment, hot chocolate, and your underwater photos. Thingvellir parking is separate.

Are there age or size limits?

Minimum age is 12 years old. You must be between 150 cm (4'9") and 200 cm (6'7") tall and weigh between 50 kg (110 lbs) and 120 kg (264 lbs). Participants over 65 need a physician's approval. All heights, weights and ages must be provided to the operator before the activity.