
North Iceland: Snorkeling tour in volcanic sands
This unique Snorkeling tour in North Iceland is an exclusive experience, if you want to try something out of the box, this activity is for you! The river Litlaá, where the adventure takes place, was formed by a volcanic eruption in 1976. The river mixes the warm hot spring waters with the colder water from a close by river. The area is not deep and thanks to its crystal-clear waters, it is possible to witness first hands bubbling volcanic sands on the river’s floor, twirling and floating with the contrast in the background of a lavish green field of algae: a once in a lifetime opportunity! Your tour starts with a detailed briefing and the tour guide will help you gear up. Afterwards you enter a magnificent underwater world together.You will see the beautiful colours of the volcanic sands and green algae. The conjunction of the different elements and colours, creates a sight that cannot be found elsewhere in Iceland. Important Information about the start of the tour: </strong>Participants do not require prior snorkeling experience, and this tour is suitable for beginners. You float on the water, and it is extremely easy to maneuver in the water in the drysuits. The water is at a nice temperature of 12-17°C but you will also be very well protected from getting cold by a drysuit that covers your whole body. On your hands and head, you wear a wet-suit material that quickly heats up from your own body heat. People wearing glasses must wear contact lenses, but eyeglasses are impossible.
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Prepare for your adventure
Included
Fully guides snorkeling tour
All necessary snorkeling equipment
Hot chocolate and cookies after the tour
Not included
Anything not mentioned in the "Included" section
What to bring
Long underwear
Thick socks
Suitable clothes for the weather of the day
Contact lenses if you wear glasses
Meeting point
You will meet your guide directly on location by the Litlaá river (address: Keldunes 85, 671 Ásbyrgi)
Good to know
This snorkeling tour is an adventurous experience and participants must:
- have read, signed, and followed directions on the online Snorkeling Medical Statement (link provided in confirmation email) PDF
- have our Snorkeling Medical form signed off by a doctor if they are age 60 or older PDF
- sign our liability release form at the start of the snorkeling tour PDF
- be at minimum 150cm / maximum 200cm
- be at minimum 45kg / maximum 120kg
- fit within our dry suit size chart PDF
- be at least 12 years of age on the year and at least 45 kg / 99 lbs
- be comfortable in water and be able to swim
- be physically fit
- be ready to wear a sometimes tight & constricting dry suit
- be able to communicate in English
- not be pregnant
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