Snorkelling in Silfra & River Rafting on Hvítá.
This wonderful experience is six hours of fun ranging from the weightlessness feeling in the deep fissures, to marvelling at the sheer beauty of the American / European Tectonic Plates.
Details
Price Includes
(MT-8926-P)
Snorkelling
River Rafting
Lunch
Countries / Places Visited
Silfra & Hvítá
Activities Included
Snorkelling, Swimming & River Rafting
Suitability / Level
Easy
Minimum Age
12
Itinerary
& Highlights
We start the day with an snorkelling exploration of the Silfra fissure. Silfra, which is situated in the heart of Þingvellir, the site of the world’s oldest parliament, is an otherworldly scene. The crystal clear water in the deep fissure gives you a feeling of being weightless as you float down with the lazy current. It is also worth mentioning that the Silfra lies on the rift between the tectonic plates of America and Europe and the rugged underwater view of the lava field is something you will have to see to believe!
From the national park we drive to Drumbó base camp where we eat lunch before we gear up for rafting on the white water river of Hvítá.
The river has a perfectly balanced mix of serene canyons and adrenaline pumping waves and rapids. We raft for 7 kilometres and at one point participants get to jump from a cliff into the river. For those looking for extra action the option of white water canoeing is available. Hot tubs and sauna after the rafting is included.
Minimum: 4 pax. Maximum: 15 pax. Age limit: 12 years. Bring with you: A towel, woolen socks, a warm sweater (fleece or wool). No knowledge of the sport required. Included: Rafting, packed lunch, snorkeling & pick up from hotel.
