Snorkeling in Silfra & Horseback Riding Combo
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Availability
All year
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DURATION
8 Hours
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Difficulty
Moderate
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Pickup
Included
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Minimum Age
12 Years
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Price
ISK 48.990
Tour Highlights:
- Snorkel in the crystal-clear Silfra Fissure
- Explore the rift between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates
- Choose between a wetsuit or drysuit snorkeling experience
- Receive free underwater photos from Silfra
- Enjoy hot chocolate after snorkeling
- Ride the famous Icelandic horse
- Explore beautiful Icelandic countryside on horseback
- Suitable for both beginner and experienced riders
- Enjoy pickup and drop-off in Reykjavík
Included:
- Pickup and drop-off in Reykjavík
- National park entrance fee
- English-speaking guide
- All necessary snorkeling equipment
- Choice of wetsuit or drysuit
- Free underwater Silfra photos
- Hot chocolate after snorkeling
- Horseback riding experience
- All necessary horseback riding equipment
- Transportation between the activities
Silfra Snorkeling & Horse Riding Tour
Experience two unforgettable Icelandic adventures in one day on this Silfra Snorkeling & Horse Riding Tour. Explore the crystal-clear waters of Silfra in Þingvellir National Park before discovering the Icelandic countryside on horseback.
This full-day combination brings together two completely different sides of Iceland — the extraordinary underwater world between tectonic plates and the unique experience of riding the famous Icelandic horse.
Snorkel in Silfra
Begin your adventure at Silfra, a freshwater fissure located within Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Snorkel through exceptionally clear water within the rift between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. You can choose between a wetsuit or drysuit experience depending on your preference.
A wetsuit offers greater freedom of movement and the opportunity to go below the surface, while a drysuit is designed to keep you dry and floating comfortably on the surface.
All necessary snorkeling equipment is included, along with free underwater photos and hot chocolate after your swim.
Ride an Icelandic Horse
After snorkeling, continue to Reykjavík before heading out for your horseback riding experience with Laxnes.
Ride through beautiful Icelandic countryside on the hardy and sure-footed Icelandic horse, a breed famous for its friendly character and unique five gaits.
The riding route takes you through scenic landscapes with rivers, valleys and beautiful viewpoints. The ride lasts approximately 2 hours, or around 1.5 hours during winter, and is suitable for both beginners and experienced riders.
The complete experience takes approximately 8 hours, with pickup and drop-off in Reykjavík included.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. You can choose between a wetsuit or drysuit. A wetsuit offers greater freedom of movement, while a drysuit keeps you dry and more buoyant on the surface.
No previous experience is required. You must know how to swim and feel comfortable in the water. The horseback riding portion is suitable for both beginners and experienced riders.
The minimum age is 12 years. Participants must also meet the height, weight and health requirements for snorkeling in Silfra.
Yes. Free underwater photos from your Silfra snorkeling experience are included, along with hot chocolate after snorkeling.
The horseback ride lasts approximately 2 hours, or around 1.5 hours during winter, through the Icelandic countryside.
Important Information
- Duration: Approximately 8 hours
- Difficulty: Easy
- Minimum age: 12 years
- Pickup and drop-off in Reykjavík are included
- Pickup for the horseback riding portion is at 13:30 from downtown Reykjavík
- Participants must be physically fit
- You must know how to swim and feel comfortable in the water
- Height requirement: 150–200 cm (5’0″–6’7″)
- Weight requirement: 50–120 kg (110–264 lbs)
- Participants must read, sign and follow the Silfra Snorkeling Medical Statement
- A liability release form must be signed before snorkeling
- Participants can choose between wetsuit and drysuit snorkeling
- Glasses cannot be worn under the snorkeling mask. Please wear contact lenses or bring your own prescription mask
- Snorkeling and horseback riding are not recommended during pregnancy
- The horseback ride lasts approximately 2 hours, or around 1.5 hours in winter
- Food and drinks are not included, except for hot chocolate after snorkeling
What to Bring
- Warm clothing for before and after snorkeling
- Warm wool socks
- Swimsuit and towel if choosing a wetsuit
- Base layer / thermals if choosing a drysuit
- Contact lenses or your own prescription mask if required
- Comfortable clothing suitable for horseback riding
- Food, snacks and water for the day
- Camera or phone
Cancellation Policy
- 100% cancellation fee if cancelled 2 days or less before departure
Pickup in Reykjavík
Begin your Silfra Snorkeling & Horse Riding Tour with pickup in Reykjavík and travel to Þingvellir National Park for the first adventure of the day.
Snorkeling in Silfra
Arrive at Silfra Fissure, located within the UNESCO-listed Þingvellir National Park.
Meet your guide, receive your snorkeling equipment and prepare to enter Silfra’s exceptionally clear freshwater.
Snorkel through the rift between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates and discover the remarkable underwater landscape beneath the surface.
Wetsuit or Drysuit Experience
Choose between snorkeling in a wetsuit or drysuit, depending on your preference.
A wetsuit provides greater freedom of movement and allows you to go below the surface, while a drysuit keeps you dry and provides a more buoyant experience.
Your guide accompanies you throughout the snorkeling experience, and free underwater photos are included.
Hot Chocolate & Return to Reykjavík
After leaving the water, warm up with a cup of hot chocolate before returning to Reykjavík.
The horseback riding portion of the day has a 13:30 pickup from downtown Reykjavík.
Icelandic Horseback Riding
Continue to the countryside for your horseback riding experience.
Meet the famous Icelandic horses and get matched with a suitable horse before heading out with your guide.
The ride follows a scenic route through the Icelandic countryside, with valleys, rivers and beautiful viewpoints along the way.
Return to Reykjavík
The horseback ride lasts approximately 2 hours, or around 1.5 hours during winter.
After your riding adventure, transportation takes you back to Reykjavík, completing an approximately 8-hour day combining two memorable Icelandic outdoor experiences.
