Dive the Divide: Silfra Fissure Scuba Tour | Reykjavik Pickup
Overview
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6 hours
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Dive into an unforgettable adventure in Iceland’s glacial waters! The Silfra Fissure, located in Þingvellir National Park is celebrated as one of the world’s top diving spots. This 6-hour guided tour offers an unparalleled opportunity to scuba dive between the continental plates of Eurasia and North America, an extraordinary experience found nowhere else.
Explore all four sections of Silfra, beginning with the narrow Silfra Deep Crack and progressing to the majestic Silfra Cathedral, where you’ll dive to a depth of 22 meters (72 feet). The journey concludes at the Silfra Lagoon, where the crystal-clear waters and ethereal blue hues create a magical finale.
With visibility exceeding 100 meters and breathtaking underwater rock formations, Silfra’s glacial waters offer a world like no other. Whether you’re mesmerized by the vibrant colors or the unique geological wonder of diving between two tectonic plates, this experience is as awe-inspiring as it is unique.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Minimum age is 18 years old
Participants are required to have previous dry suit diving experience. Your dive guide will ask to see your Dry Suit Certification card, or a logbook showing that you have completed a minimum of 10 dry suit dives
Divers must supply their sizes of suit upon booking
Since you will be wearing snorkeling/dive mask to see underwater, there can be nothing in the way of the seal to keep them from filling up with water; That is, you cannot wear glasses underneath the mask; you will have to go without them, so wear contact lenses or bring your own goggles with prescription.
This is a challenging dive where you need to be capable of carrying heavy equipment up to 1300ft (400m).
As divers are aware, it is strongly advised to wait 24 hours after diving to fly.
Guests must bring a signed doctor's note if required. Please review the Participant Medical Questionnaire .pdf
Guests must review our Diving Handbook which specifies medical conditions that exclude participation .pdf
What To Expect
Reykjavik
We will pick you up from your specified pickup location in Reykjavík then drive to Thingvellir
Thingvellir National Park
Þingvellir National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in southwest Iceland, famed for its striking landscapes and historical significance. Nestled between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates, the park boasts dramatic lava fields, Þingvallavatn lake, and the historic Alþingi, Iceland’s first parliament, established in 930 AD. A highlight of the park is Silfra, a glacial fissure with crystal-clear waters offering unparalleled visibility, where visitors can snorkel or dive between two continents. Þingvellir’s unique blend of natural beauty, history, and adventure makes it a must-visit destination in Iceland.
Options
With Transport from Reykjavík
With Transport from Reykjavík Pickup included
What‘s Included
Thingvellir National Park admission fee
Small group experience
Hot chocolate & cookies
Roundtrip transportation
Dive gear (thermal undersuit, drysuit, BCD, regulator, weight, tanks, hood & gloves, mask, fins)
PADI Certified Dive Master
Food and drinks
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
105 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Not for inexperienced divers.
Sarah C,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Have far more experience diving than the minimum. I am a very new diver. I dry suit certified just to do this dive. I disclosed all that when I signed up and they said I would be just fine. I understand they have time constraints, but I felt very rushed. Did not feel like I was allowed to inspect equipment and get comfortable with it. When I explained, I needed ankle weights, to help my legs stay under with a dry suit,I was told I wouldn't need them. The other diver with me was also very inexperienced, and I felt that the person leading the dive did not account for that and was growing frustrated with our lack of experience. I was able to get under just fine the first time. I had to surface due to other diver needing help getting down. When it was time for me to go down again, I struggled. I just couldn't get calm enough after seeing what I was seeing to go under and I did not feel comfortable. I ended the dive for me without completing it. I would recommend more time in a dry suit and more experience needed than what os posted. Also a snorkel was not provided. Having one is diver safety 101.
Well organized
AltaKrige580304,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great guide. Helpful, patient and kind
Silfra snorkeling with Jenny
jameskL2980SO,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jenny was absolutely amazing. She gave clear instructions and we even had a snorkeler that was having a difficult time. She helped her overcome and was able to finish! One thing is bring your tip cash with you since guide recommended not bringing wallet.
Once in a life time experience
stefanosd557,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Snorkeling in Silfra was once in a life adventure! Iliana, our guide was really polite, helpful and professional. I would definitely recommend this tour to everyone!!!!
Unique
ailish2017,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a unique experience, and surprisingly not cold! The dry suits worked well, good idea to wear your own thermal layer under their thermal suit and dry suits. Great to get the photos after!
Crystal Clear
Murkforge,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience in crystal clear waters and Valentina really looked after us
Impressive
Y9359WGfrano,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An amazing experience at the Silfra Crack. From the first moment we were treated great and everything was perfectly organized. Diving in such a place, with such crystal clear water and between two continents, is something really impressive. We want to highlight especially our guide, Hernán, who was fantastic: very professional, attentive and always watching that we enjoyed the experience to the maximum. Undoubtedly, a highly recommended excursion. — Tami and Fran
Absolutely terrible experience!
luom2026,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Absolutely terrible experience! I just asked the guide if I could join even though I’m not good at swimming, and he refused me right away. The rules clearly stated that as long as you can swim, you’re allowed to participate. I traveled there for hours by car, wasted a whole day, and spent hundreds of dollars for nothing. Extremely disappointing experience!!
The most unforgettable
77songy,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Life lies in exploration. This snorkeling experience made me understand this truth. The experience underwater was unforgettable, and the time spent with friends was even more so. Especially my diving instructor Fede, she was very interesting and extremely patient. I'm very grateful that she joined us on this journey. If there's a chance, I would definitely take part in such an adventure again.
⭐ ⭐ ⭐
lottieq433,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an absolutely amazing time at Silfra, especially because our guide Federika was so lovely. Recommend as definitely one of the best experiences in Iceland.
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