Discover Iceland, the land of fire and ice. Experience one of the top cold water dive sites in the world at Silfra fissure where the visibility exceeds 100 metres.
It’s here where you dive between two continents in Thingvellir National Park, located on the Eurasian and American tectonic plate boundaries creating a unique and rugged landscape.
This short break, which is best taken as a long weekend but can also be booked during the week, includes two dives at Silfra where the water is 2-4C year round, making a dry suit an essential part of your equipment. The adventure continues with local sightseeing along the Golden Circle route with the experienced and professional dive team. We can also arrange a similar snorkelling experience for your non-diving friends.
In addition to the diving you’ll have a chance to take a dip in a geothermal pool, enjoy the sights and sounds of Reykjavik or relax in a local health spa. An unforgettable short break!
Arrive Keflavik airport and transfer to your accommodation in Reykjavik. Check-in to the Center Hotel Plaza for a three night stay. Rest of the evening at leisure.
You have the option to visit the Blue Lagoon on the way to your hotel additional cost).
This morning you will be collected in a luxurious 4x4 vehicle by the dive centre and transferred to Thingvellir National Park. Enjoy two dives in the famous crystal clear waters of Silfra, an unforgettable cold water adventure as you swim between two continents. The day includes equipment, warm food (soup, fresh bread and hot chocolate) and local sightseeing to spectacular volcanic scenery such as that found at Geysir.
Today gives you the chance to explore Reykjavik, enjoy a health spa or discover more sightseeing on a Golden Circle tour. All trips are optional extras and an additional cost will apply.
Transfer back to the airport for your flight back to the UK landing later the same day.
Please note: To dive Silfra it is mandatory to have a dry suit certification or a logbook showing you have a minimum of 10 dry suit dives signed by a dive professional, you must also have evidence that you have dived in a drysuit in the last two years. This is to ensure you're able to conduct the dive safely and enjoyably. Diving is available in the winter months for the more hardy divers. Ask us for further details.
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Conveniently located in the heart of the old town, this stylish mid-sized property is the ideal place to stay for a long weekend of diving and adventure around Reykjavik and southern Iceland. Find Out More about Center Hotel Plaza
