Silfra Snorkelling between Tectonic Plates
Drift between continents in the crystal-clear waters of Silfra, where visibility stretches to 100 metres. A serene, dreamlike snorkelling experience revealing Iceland’s most ethereal underwater world.
Area
Southern Iceland
Type
Active
Wildlife & Nature
Grade
Standard
Who
Adults
Difficulty
Moderate
Duration
Half Day
Tours Featuring This Experience
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View TourLimitless Iceland Expedition: The Land of Fire & Ice
Discover the Land of Fire & Ice like never before. Embark on an 11-day adventure exploring Reykjavik's vibrant culture, the Golden Circle's natural wonders, and the remote beauty of the Central Highlands, Northern Coast, and Troll Peninsula.
Recommended Hotels Nearby
A selection of luxury hotel options in the area, handpicked and recommended by our travel specialists.
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View AccommodationThe Reykjavik EDITION
The Reykjavík EDITION offers sleek, contemporary interiors, refined dining, and tailored excursions, with a central location providing discerning travellers a stylish base to explore Reykjavík and Iceland’s extraordinary landscapes.
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View AccommodationHotel Húsafell
Hotel Húsafell offers luxury and seclusion in western Iceland, with cosy contemporary interiors, gourmet Icelandic cuisine, and bespoke outdoor adventures amid glaciers, lava fields, and birch forests.
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View AccommodationHotel Ranga
Hotel Ranga offers a warm welcome, delicious gourmet food and wine, and the opportunity to enjoy the natural wonders of this remarkable part of the country. Its location means there is good chance of catching sight of the Northern Lights.
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View AccommodationFosshotel Glacier Lagoon
A stylish Icelandic hideaway between glacier and ocean, Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon offers sleek comfort, striking scenery and effortless access to Iceland’s most iconic natural wonders—elevated with Scott Dunn’s tailor-made expertise.
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View AccommodationReykjavik Konsulat Hotel
Reykjavík Konsulat Hotel offers historic charm and modern comfort on the city’s waterfront, with stylish rooms, bespoke excursions, and refined service for discerning travellers seeking a sophisticated Icelandic city experience.
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View AccommodationHotel Borg
Hotel Borg blends Art Deco elegance, central Reykjavík convenience, and personalised service, offering discerning travellers a refined base from which to explore the city and bespoke Icelandic experiences beyond.
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View AccommodationIon Adventure Hotel
The Hotel Ion is a truly unusual hotel. It resembles a world war bunker and its remote location only adds to the intrigue. The setting is beautiful and is perfect for making the most of the ample winter and summer activities on offer in the area.
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View AccommodationHotel Búðir
Hotel Búðir offers an intimate, iconic retreat on Snæfellsnes Peninsula, with cosy Scandinavian interiors, refined dining, and bespoke adventures amid rugged coastline, lava fields, and glacier vistas.
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View AccommodationHotel Egilsen
Hotel Egilsen offers historic charm and contemporary comfort in Reykjavík’s Old Town, with individually styled rooms, personalised service, and bespoke excursions for discerning travellers seeking an intimate Icelandic experience.
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View ExperienceLaugarás Lagoon Sanctuary of Wellness
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Zodiac on the glacier lagoon
A private luxury Zodiac ride through floating icebergs on Fjallsárlón glacier lagoon. Champagne, a stop at a secret island, and Iceland’s tallest volcano looming above.
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View ExperienceGeothermal power plant
Visit the Hellisheiði ON Power plant to see how Iceland produces green energy from volcanic heat. Interactive exhibits, turbine halls, and the Carbfix CO2 storage project.
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View ExperienceSouth Coast to Jökulsárlón Tour
Explore Iceland’s dramatic south coast in private, from black sand beaches and legendary sea stacks to towering waterfalls, glacier tongues, and charming coastal villages, in a journey of legend, wonder, and breathtaking scenery.
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View ExperienceSouth Coast Safari
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