Snorkeling in Silfra & Fly Over Iceland Virtual Experience - Self-drive
Overview
Silfra fissure exists due to the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates separating around 2 centimeters a year – leaving a rift in the landscape between them. This rift is filled with glacial water from Langjökull glacier that has been filtered through lava fields for decades before reaching Silfra – making the water exceptionally clear and drinkable.
Special effects, including wind, mist and scents, combine with the ride’s motion to create an unforgettable experience. Before your flight begins, you’ll be immersed in the magic of Iceland in pre-ride events. Our flight guides, a storyteller and resident troll Sú Vitra will lead you through two unique adventures that’ll ignite your imagination with stories of Iceland, its people and the natural forces at work.
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What's Included
✓ Included
- Fly Over Iceland Experience
- National Park & Silfra fee
- Underwater Silfra photos
- Undergarment for dry suits
- Snorkeling equipment
- Wetsuit or dry suit
- Hot chocolate
✗ Not Included
- Transport
- Thingvellir parking fee
Meeting & End Point
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Good to Know
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All participants must know how to swim and be comfortable in water
- All participants must be able to communicate in English
- Please note that that dry suits can sometimes feel quite tight and constricting, especially around the neck and wrists
- Minimum age is 12 years, please reach out regarding younger participants & Participants over the age of 65 need to get a physicians approval.
- Be at minimum 150cm (4’9) tall / maximum 200cm (6’7) tall, and be at minimum 50kg (99 lbs) / maximum 120kg (264 lbs)
- Don't wear glasses, instead bring contact lenses or your own prescription mask (if you have one)
- Recommended to bring a change of clothes (the drysuit has a very small chance of leaking)
- We recommend wearing long thermal underwear and thick wool socks a a base layer under the drysuit
- All participants heights, weights and age must be provided to local operator. If you do not provide at time of booking, please contact supplier immediately after booking to provide this information
- All participants will need to fill out a medical form before participating in the tour. Please find a link to the medical statement on your ticket voucher right after booking the experience to be sure if you qualify.
- Please dress according to weather - no heals or jeans
- Note: Each guide can assist one group of up to six participants at a time. Up to three different groups can be present during this activity.
- Make sure to eat breakfast before this activity
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Special Instructions
Meeting Point and Key Instructions:
Your Silfra tour begins at the time indicated on your ticket, so please ensure you arrive 15 minutes early. It's important to note that if you arrive after the tour time and miss your tour, no refund can be provided.
Exact Locations:
Parking lot P5 (park the car): https://maps.app.goo.gl/vSvLfG96Rs7Rqjow5
Meeting Point (meet your guide): https://maps.app.goo.gl/XvYaTxMihSFvTdHp6
Fly Over Iceland: https://maps.app.goo.gl/drN3LUvACm3AZZ3N7
Always check the weather forecast before traveling outside the city—follow the main roads and avoid taking shortcuts, especially in winter. For more information, visit SafeTravel - https://safetravel.is/
Additionally, be aware that Thingvellir National Park charges a fee for car parking, payable on-site or online - https://www.checkit.is/en
Fly Over Iceland Virtual Tour Admission Times:
• 09:00 Silfra tour - 16:30 admission at Fly Over Iceland
• 10:30 Silfra tour - 17:30 admission at Fly Over Iceland
• 12:00 Silfra tour - 18:30 admission at Fly Over Iceland
• 13:30 Silfra tour - 18:30 admission at Fly Over Iceland
• 15:00 Silfra tour - 18:30 admission at Fly Over Iceland
If you haven't read the Silfra Medical Statement yet, please do so now and ensure you understand it well: https://adventurevikings.is/wp-content/forms/SNORKELING%20SILFRA%20MEDICAL%20STATEMENT%202023.pdf
Attire Recommendations:
For wetsuit: Bring swimwear and a towel.
For dry-suit: Bring long thermal underwear and thick wool socks (or two pairs of warm socks), along with clothes suitable for the weather conditions on the day of your tour. Gloves and a hat are advisable at all times of the year!