Adventure combination trip in Iceland. Snorkeling in Silfra & River Rafting on Hvítá Trip difficulty 2 out of 5 possible. Rated: Easy.
Category: Day trip, available directly from Reykjavik in Iceland.
We start the day with a snorkeling 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 Basecamp 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 kilometers 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.
Guaranteed departures: everyday at 9:00-9:30 from Reykjavík for minimum 4 persons. Available from the 15th of April to the 1st of October.
Details:
Price: 23.990 ISK per person.
Includes: Transfer from Reykjavík, two activities and lunch.
Distance from Reykjavík: 110 km / 68 miles.
Duration of trip: 10 hours.
Available: 15th of April to the 1st of October (depending on weather).
Minimum: 4 persons. Maximum: 14 persons.
Age limit: 14 years.
Bring with you: A towel, bathing suit, woolen socks, a warm sweater (fleece or wool) and a change of clothing. No knowledge of the sport required.
Disclaimer:
All adventure trips are undertaken on the responsibility of its participants. Arctic Adventures does not assume any responsibility for accidents that are caused by its customers or can be traced to there own actions. Participants have to sign a waiver before undertaking all trips stating that they realize that all outdoor activities carry an inherit risk.