Horseback Riding Tour and Snorkelling Excursion at the Silfra Fissure in Thingvellir National Park from Reykjavík

Take your trip to Iceland to the next level by joining this fun-filled horseback riding tour and snorkelling excursion from Reykjavík!

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From€232
8 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 12 years-old and up
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Practical information

Course of events

- Pick-up from one of the listed locations in Reykjavík 30 minutes before the departure time (please see 'special terms' and specify when booking)

- Board the vehicle

- Safety and itinerary briefing

- Scenic transfer to the departure point near in Thingvellir National Park near the Silfra Fissure (approximately 50 minutes)

- Arrival

- Receive the equipment (dry suit, thermal undersuit, mask, snorkel, boots, fins, and gloves)

- Introduction to snorkelling and snorkelling techniques

- The adventure begins!

- Snorkelling in the Silfra Fissure (40 minutes to 1 hour)

- Hot chocolate and cookie break

- Scenic transfer to the Laxnes horse farm

- Arrival

- Meet your experienced horseback riding instructor

- Safety and itinerary briefing

- Receive your helmet

- Introduction to horseback riding and horseback riding techniques

- Meet your horse friend

- The adventure continues!

- Horseback riding in the Mosfellsdalur Valley

- Say goodbye to your horse friend

- Return to the original departure point in Reykjavík

Activity requirements

Please be advised that knowing how to swim is compulsory for this activity.

Unfortunately, pregnant people cannot participate in this excursion.

The minimum weight is 99 lbs (45 kg) and the maximum weight is 264 lbs (120 kg).

The minimum height is 150 cm (4'9") and the maximum height is 200 cm (6'5").

Please refer to and complete this medical declaration form before booking the activity.

All minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Special terms

Pick-up begins 30 minutes before the activity departure time and is offered from the following locations in Reykjavík (please specify when booking):

  • Bus Stop #01 – In front of the City Hall
  • Bus Stop #04 – Miðbakki
  • Bus Stop #06 – Safnahúsið / The Culture House (Corner of Hverfisgata & Ingólfsstræti)
  • Bus Stop #08 – Hallgrímskirkja
  • Bus Stop #09 – Snorrabraut
  • Bus Stop #12 – Höfðatorg
  • Bus Stop #15 – Vesturbugt
  • 22 Hill Hótel – Brautarholt 22-24
  • Arctic Comfort Hótel – Síðumúli 19
  • BSÍ Bus Terminal (By the taxi stand)
  • Bus Hostel Reykjavík – Skógarhlíð 10
  • Bus Terminal – Klettagarðar 4
  • Cabin Hótel – Borgartún 32
  • Dalur Hostel – Sundlaugavegur 34
  • Eyja Guldsmeden Hotel – Brautarholt 10
  • Grand Hótel Reykjavík – Sigtún 38
  • Hilton Reykjavík Nordica – Suðurlandsbraut 2
  • Hótel Ísland Spa & Wellness - Ármúli 9
  • Hótel Örkin – Brautarholt 29
  • Klettur Hótel – Mjölnisholt 12-14
  • N1 Gas Station – Ártúnshöfði
  • Reykjavik Lights by Keahotels – Suðurlandsbraut 12
  • Reykjavík Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels – Nauthólsvegur 52
  • Skarfabakki 312 Cruise Terminal (Pre-Booked Tours Pick Up)

It is not possible to take part in the snorkelling excursion while wearing glasses: if you have a prescription mask, please bring it with you. If not, we advise you to wear contact lenses before joining the guide.

Please note that it is important that you can both understand and communicate in English to participate in the tour.

This 2-part excursion features 45 minutes to 1 hour of snorkelling and 1.5 to 2 hours of horseback riding.

Meeting point:
Pick-up is offered from listed locations in Reykjavík (please see 'special terms' and specify when booking)
Spoken languages:English
Included
  • Transfers to and from Reykjavík
  • PADI-certified Instructor
  • Drysuit
  • Thermal undersuit
  • Boots and gloves
  • Snorkelling equipment (fins, mask, and snorkel)
  • Thingvellir National Park entrance fee
  • Hot chocolate
  • Cookies
  • Underwater photos
  • Riding instructor
  • Helmet
  • Free WiFi onboard the bus
Excluded
  • Lunch
Do not forget to bring
  • Weather appropriate clothing
  • Warm underlayers
  • Warm wool socks
  • Change of clothing
  • Towel
  • Packed lunch
  • Snacks
  • Water
  • Hiking boots
  • Hat
  • Gloves
  • Scarf
  • Camera