

Best for intermediate divers, 10-18m, shore entry, mild current.
Silfra is a unique freshwater fissure located in Thingvellir National Park, Iceland, formed by the tectonic plates of North America and Eurasia drifting apart. This site features a rugged underwater landscape of rock walls and caves. Divers and snorkellers experience exceptional visibility reaching 100 metres in the glacial water. The site is accessed via a shore entry and involves a mild current. With an average depth of 10 metres and a maximum of 18 metres, the environment is suitable for intermediate divers. Water temperatures remain a constant 2 to 4 degrees Celsius year-round. Hazards include the cold water, overhead environments, and the presence of current.
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Arrive already wearing your thermal base layer as changing facilities are limited.
Located in Thingvellir National Park. Access via metal staircase and submerged platform. Exit via metal platform in the lagoon.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-18m
Visibility
100m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Year-round
Yes, Silfra is suitable for snorkelling and holds a rating of 4 out of 5 for the activity.
The site is rated for intermediate skill levels due to the cold water, overhead environments, and current.
The average depth is 10 metres, with a maximum depth of 18 metres.
Access to the water at Silfra is via a shore entry.
The water is cold, ranging from 2 to 4 degrees Celsius, with visibility reaching 100 metres and a mild current.
Diving at Silfra in Reykjavík requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced, Wreck, Cave, Deep, Nitrox, Trimix, Rebreather, Technical, Full Cave, Divemaster. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Silfra in Reykjavík are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.