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AH172  Black and Blue All year round

Highlights:
  • Gjábakkahellir cave
  • Snorkeling in the Silfra


Tour Description:

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 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.
 
Trip difficulty 2 out of 5 possible.
 
We recommend hiking boots, warm and windproof clothing, gloves and warm undergarments (fleece / wool / thermal) and warm socks. Hiking boots and windproof jackets and pants can be rented from the tour operator.
 
Winter season: 16 Sept - 14 May
Summer season: 15 May - 15 Sept
 
 
 

Itinerary Details:

Included:
Bus
Guidance as shown under Guidance below
Lunchbox
Caving gear
Snorkeling gear
 
Closeout days:
This tour is not operated on:
May 2012
4 - fully booked 
5 - fully booked 
6 - fully booked 
7 - fully booked 
10 - fully booked 
12 - fully booked 
15 - fully booked 
16 - fully booked 
19 - fully booked 
25 - fully booked 
July 2012:
24 - fully booked 
December 2012
24 - public holiday
25 - public holiday
31 - public holiday
January 2013 
01 - public holiday
 
Online Booking:
Until 18:00 the evening before the tour takes place with 5% online discount.
 
  
TIP Are you wondering about the places we visit on this tour such as Silfra and Þingvellir National Park? You´ll find more information here at "Destinations in Iceland".
 
 
 

Guidance:

English
All departures, all year round
 

 

Tour is Available:
 
 
Departure: 09:00
Pick-up: 08:30
Duration: 7 hours
 
Complimentary hotel pick-up service.
 
Children fares:
Minimum age: 14
Youth (14 - 17): Full adult fare
 
Price: 19.900 ISK
Book online and receive a 5% online discount
location of tour

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Leung Ding Kwok wrote:
very exciting tour, just the scenic in the sea are not as pretty as expect, but it is definitely a good experience under the cold water, cant miss this great experience. it is amazing i can fit in this huge dry suit with my small body!! --- Iceland Excursions: --- Thank you for your review and comments. Since the snorkeling takes place in  Silfra at the Thingvellir National Park a glacial water runoff filled rift, not much wildlife can be seen as in the ocean. Glad you enjoyed the tour though.
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Karolina wrote:
Both snorkelling and caving are great experience in beautiful surroundings. Karolina
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Leung Ding Kwok wrote:
very exciting tour, just the scenic in the sea are not as pretty as expect, but it is definitely a good experience under the cold water, can't miss this great experience. it is amazing i can fit in this huge dry suit with my small body!!
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Iceland Excursions:
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Thank you for your review and comments. Since the snorkeling takes place in  Silfra at the Thingvellir National Park a glacial water runoff filled rift, not much wildlife can be seen as in the ocean. Glad you enjoyed the tour though.

Karolina wrote:
Both snorkelling and caving are great experience in beautiful surroundings. Karolina

Bartley wrote:
Lots of fun! The caving was the best part by far. While I appreciated the snorkeling it was different but they still made it a great time for all! Would recommend this tour.

Harmon wrote:
This was a fantastic thing to do during a cold winter day in Iceland. I highly recommend it! Guli, our guide, was so patient with our group (6 people), and he made the caving and snorkeling a lot of fun (while also being very professional). My husband and I really enjoyed going underground through the lava tube and snorkeling in the Silfra fissure. The sunset pictures after our snorkeling trip were the most beautiful photos I took while in Iceland. Amazing!
 

Nichols wrote:
We booked the "Black and Blue" tour and were picked up at our hotel promptly. Unfortunately due to the weather, the caves were unreachable due to the snow and ice but not only were we given a full refund for this part of the tour, the guide took us round the national park while we were waiting for the snorkelling. He was very informative and we managed to get some great pics of Iceland in winter. All equipment supplied fitted perfectly and we were constantly reassured about the experience of snorkelling in near freezing water! Needless to say, we were warm in our suits and the underwater landscape is remarkable. The trip was a very worthwhile experience, made even better by the snow which was a couple of feet deep in places. So, a great day out and one I won't forget!
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