Geothermal Snorkel Tour

Season: April 1st - September 30th. Duration: ​4 hours

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GEOTHERMAL SNORKELING - Where few have been before
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Snorkeling in bubbling hot springs is usually impossible as the water is far too hot, but the hot springs at the bottom of Lake Kleifarvatn provide us with the opportunity to do just that! Lake Kleifarvatn is hidden within a stunning volcanic landscape just 30 minutes outside of Reykjavík. Standing at the lake shore and changing into your dry suit, you will probably catch a whiff of the sulfur emitted from nearby hot springs and the total silence will let you forget that you are anywhere near civilization.

The underwater hot springs in lake Kleifarvatn have only recently been discovered and are about a 50 meter swim from the shore. In order to get to the snorkeling site, we first need to hike about 800 meters from the car to the beach, where we will get suited up into the snorkeling gear. Upon entering the lake you can see the white and yellow sulfur deposits on the lake floor. When we swim closer, you’ll begin to sense the environment around you changing as you approach the gas emanating from below the lake’s floor. We’ve heard this sensation described as similar to ‘snorkeling in a glass of Champagne’ — the fact that you are snorkeling in a caldera is also impressive enough!

When back on land you will enjoy some hot chocolate, cookies, and traditional Icelandic snacks at the shore before moving on to Seltún, a nearby high temperature geothermal area on land. In Seltún you will walk along the boiling mud pots and colorful sulfur deposits.
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We highly recommend that you bring your swimsuit with you. Your next stop after this tour could be the nearby Blue Lagoon or at one of Reykjavík’s local geothermal pools where you can relax in the hot tubs and end the day in traditional Icelandic fashion. 

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS - Participants must:

• have read, signed, and followed directions on the online Snorkeling Silfra Medical Statement (link provided in confirmation email) PDF
• have our Snorkeling Medical form signed off by a doctor if they are age 60 or older PDF
• sign our liability release form at the start of the snorkeling tour PDF
• be at minimum 150cm / maximum 200cm
• be at minimum 45kg / maximum 120kg
• fit within our dry suit size chart PDF
• be at least 14 years of age on the year
• be comfortable in water and be able to swim
• be physically fit
• be ready to wear a sometimes tight & constricting dry suit
• be able to communicate in English
• not be pregnant

Included in package:​

• Guided snorkeling trip
• All necessary snorkeling equipment
• Hot chocolate, cookies, and some real Icelandic snacks at the lake's shore
• Stop at geothermal area Seltún
• Pick up and drop off in Reykjavík

Prices may change without prior notice. If an incorrect price has been listed, we reserve the right to refuse, cancel or limit any order placed at the incorrect price. *Subject to availability - price is confirmed when payment has been made. Book in advance to get the best price!

PACKAGE DETAILS

• SEASON: April 1st - September 30th
• DURATION: 4 hours
• REGION: South
• Minimum age: 14 years old​​
• PRICE: From 15.990 ISK per person (14+)
• Maximum 6 snorkelers per snorkel guide

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​DEPARTURES: 

• ​11:00: meeting at Seltún Geothermal Area parking lot.
• 10:00-10:30: pick up in Reykjavík.

BRING: Long underwear, thick socks, suitable clothes for the weather of the day and contact lenses if you wear glasses

Additional information 
Voucher: You will receive a secure voucher to either print out or present on your mobile phone.
Cancellation Policy: 
​Payment is due in full upon booking.

Up to 48 hours prior to the tour departure time, 90% will be refunded.
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Within 48 hours of the tour departure time, no refund is available.

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