Caving in Gjábakkahellir & snorkeling in Silfra, combination adventure tour in Þingvellir National Park.
Trip difficulty 2 out of 5 possible. Rated:
Easy.
Day trip, available directly from Reykjavik in Iceland.
We start with the black as we explore the hidden world of the lava
field under the Þingvellir national park. Walking in a cave and
discovering the marvels that volcanic activity has created in the past
is a trip that everyone can undertake. The Gjábakkahellir cave is a
perfect example of an Icelandic lava tube and is situated in one of the
most active volcano areas in the world. After the cave we dine on a
packed lunch before moving on into the blue...
Snorkeling in
the Silfra is our second adventure. The Silfra fissure is one of
Iceland’s best-kept secrets, an otherworldly scene that is world famous
for its heavenly shades of blue. The crystal clear water in the deep
fissure gives you a feeling of being weightless as you float down with
the lazy current. The snorkeling is a relaxing but exotic trip in an
environment most will only encounter in their dreams.
The Black & Blue is an amazing trip, a true journey to the borders of reality and dreams.
Bad eyesight? Since
you are wearing snorkeling / dive goggles to see underwater there can
be nothing in the way of the seal to keep them from filling up with
water. That is, you can not wear glasses underneath the goggles. You
will have to go without them, wear eye lenses or bring your own goggles
with prescription.
The
Black & Blue is included in our 5 day multi adventure trip and can
be added to our bestselling weekend trip. Both trips offer great
adventures for an unbeatable price.
The Black & Blue is included on the following multi day activity vacations:
PLEASE NOTE: Although you
don´t need to "swim" while snorkeling, we recommend that you can. The
reason for that is people that can´t swim tend to panic when they are in
the water. You have to be comfortable with floating in water.
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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.
Add 1.000 ISK per item to rent
hiking shoes, waterproof jacket or pants.
You can rent a good quality waterproof camera from us for an additional 5.000 ISK. The guide will divert them over to a disc straight after the trip. We also sell disposable cameras at our shop / office down town Reykjavík for 3.000 ISK.
Guaranteed departures:
Everyday from the 15th of May to the 15th of September for minimum 2 persons.
Pick-up from Reykjavík, caving, snorkeling and packed lunch.
Warm and waterproof outdoor clothing, gloves, warm undergarment clothing (fleece/wool sweater and pants), warm socks and a change
of clothing. Good hiking shoes are recommended.
7 hours.
14 years or 150 cm height.
2 persons.
12 persons per guide.
50 km / 31 Miles.
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.
Caving FAQ
How long time does the trip Under world take?
The caving trip takes 2-3 hours with transfer from Reykjavík.
For how long are you inside the cave?
You are in the cave for 1 - 1,5 hours.
What equipment do you provide for the trip?
We provide headlight and helmet.
What do I need to bring?
You need to bring warm and waterproof outdoor clothing. We also recommend that you wear good hiking boots and gloves.
What is the age limit?
The age limit is 10 years old, but it highly depends on the
kid. Kids are very different and can participate in the trip if they are
not afraid of the dark, not claustrophobic and the parents are with
them. Sometimes the kids do even better in the cave than the adults.
Do I have to crawl in the cave?
In the cave Gjábakkahellir there is one place you have to crawl a little, over one big rock.
Snorkeling FAQ
Do I need diving certifications to go snorkeling?
No, snorkeling is something that anyone with a taste for adventure can do, it is as easy as one, two, three .. : )
How cold is the water in the Silfra fissure?
The temperature in the Silfra is almost constant all year round at
about 2°C but during extended sunshine and warm weather in the
summertime the water can sometimes can go up to 4°C.
Where is the Silfra located?
The Silfra is located in a lava field inside Þingvellir National Park about 45 minutes from Reykjavík City.
Does Arctic Adventures provide snorkeling equipment on their trips?
Yes, we provide you with everything you need no go diving in the
glacier spring water in Silfra. This includes a specially made thermal
suite, a dry suit, a neoprene hoodie, neoprene gloves and neoprene
shoes. All you need to bring is a towel to dry of and some warm thermal
layers to wear underneath.
Will I get wet on the my snorkeling trip?
We have the best dry suits available in the business BUT for dry
suits to be 100% watertight they have to custom made to measure for each
individual. That is to say gaskets have to be custom made to fit the
wrist and neckline of each person to be 100% watertight. We do our very
best to fit you with the best fitting suit available but we can not
guarantee that you will be dry, however our thermal suits (we call them
Teddy bear suits) are designed to be warm even when wet. To be safe make
sure you bring a extra set of thermal layers to wear underneath and if
the one you wear on the trip should get wet.
What is the visibility under the waterline in Silfra?
In summer when there is some vegetation in the fissure the visibility
is normally somewhere between 65-85 meters, in the winter visibility
can be even better or 80-100 meters on clear days. This is absolutely
world class visibilty, no where on earth will you find such conditions
in fresh water.
How long am I in the water?
It takes anywhere from 45 minutes to one hour to go snorkeling in the Silfra.