Experience Iceland from a whole new angle as you spend the whole day beneath the surface with our expert guides. In this caving and snorkelling tour, we visit a historic lava-tube for caving and then head over to Thingvellir National park to go snorkeling.

Departing on this tour from Reykjavík, we start with the black part of the tour by exploring a lava tube cave close to Reykjavík. This adventure gives you a great insight of the volcanic activities that have formed Iceland. Depending on the season we go either to Leiðarendi Cave or Gjábakkahellir, both caves are typical lava tubes that display the characterizing features that are common for this type of caves.

After we finish the caving, you will have a chance to grab some lunch between the two activities.

We will then drive to Þingvellir National Park where Silfra fissure is found. Here we get ready to explore the blue by putting on a dry suit and other snorkeling gear needed. Your guide leads you through the marvels of this crystal clear water wonderland that is considered to be one of the best freshwater snorkeling places in the world.

Insider tips

• Remember to bring: Warm and waterproof outdoor clothing, gloves, warm long underwear (fleece/wool), warm socks, a change of clothing (just in case)
• Wearing contact lenses is recommended when going on a snorkelling tour in Silfra as glasses don’t create a seal between your face and the mask

Additional Information

• Tour duration is approximately 9 hours in total
  • about 1 to 1.5hrs is spent inside the lava tube cave
  • 30-40 minutes will be spent swimming through the whole Silfra fissure
• Pick-up & drop-off: This tour includes pick up & drop off in Reykjavik, please be ready for pick up at your selected pick up location. Note that the pick up can take up to 30 min
• Equipment provided on the tour:
  • Caving Tour: Headlight and a helmet
  • Snorkeling Tour: Neoprene dry suits, hood, wet gloves, fins, mask and snorkel
• Participants need to be comfortable in the water and be able to swim independently
• You are unable to participate if you are pregnant, due to the small risk of cold water entering the suit
• Kindly note the following restrictions to participate in the snorkeling tour
  • Weight limit: 45-120 kg
  • Height limit: 150 cm -200 cm
  • Age Limit: 12 years old minimum. Guardian’s approval needed for minors under 18.
• Please send an email with your order number to indicate your preference for pick up location to us
• In your email, please provide us with the following information:
  • Personal Particulars (Name, Contact No.)
  • Number of Visitors
  • Choice of pick up location

Operating Hours

Tour Availability: All year

Operating Hours:

Pick up: This tour includes pick up & drop off in Reykjavik. The pick-up time is at 08:00 hrs. Please be ready for pick up at your selected location. Do note that picking everyone up can take up to 30 minutes, your patience is greatly appreciated!

What You Get

Includes

• Pick-up & drop off in Reykjavik
• Certified PADI Dive guide/Divemaster
• English Speaking Tour Guide
• An Expert Caving Guide
• All Necessary Snorkeling & Caving Gear
• All Necessary Safety Equipment
• Silfra Admission Fee
• Hot Chocolate & Cookies
• Free WiFi on Board Your Bus