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In Silfra, Þingvellir National Park

Day Tours from Reykjavík Valid until September 15th 2015

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Summer 2015 Find your perfect adventure in Iceland!

About Us

Arctic Adventures is an eco-adventure company with its main office in Reykjavík but operations all over the country. Our roots lie in the first adventure company founded here in Iceland, all the way back in 1983. Our main source of success lies in the breathtaking Icelandic nature and the adventure it offeres. We are outdoor and adventure fanatics commited to the mission of mixing business and adventure! Our combination of expert staff and top quality equipment makes us confident in our promise that you will have the most fun you could ever have on an adventure trip in Iceland. Do you want to go back home with a story worth sharing? Let us take you on an adventure!

All of our guides speak fluent English and are specially trained and licenced for the tours they operate. ●● No previous knowledge of the activities involved is required (except diving on “Deep Into the Blue”). ●● Hiking shoes, waterproof jackets & pants are available to rent for 1.000 ISK per item if you book in advance. ●● Arctic Adventures reserves the right to change or cancel any trip if we feel your safety is compromised. ●●

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We are located in the center of Reykjavík, on the main shopping street Laugavegur 11

Our headquarters and main sales office is located next to the outdoor shop Fjallakofinn on the main shopping street in Reykjavík. Come and have a cup of coffee with us and let’s talk about your adventures in Iceland!

Or you can book your adventure now on : www.adventures.is DISCLAIMER: Guests/Clients are advised that all outdoor activities are undertaken entirely at their own risk and they must behave in a fit and proper manner at all times in accordance with Arctic Adventures or their partner guidelines and must take proper responsibility for their own safety. All adventure tours and activities carry an inherent risk and Arctic Adventures does not assume any responsibility for accidents that are caused by its customers or can be traced to their own actions. With the purchase of your trip you agree to these conditions, understand its implications and accept responsibility for your participation in our tour. Depending on your chosen trip you may be requested by Arctic Adventures or its partners to sign an additional liability release on location prior to certain excursions. To learn more about our cancellation policy please visit adventures.is or ask one of our staff.

Into The Blue

Snorkeling in Silfra Fissure in Þingvellir National Park

Float between the colourful continents!

Difficulty 1 2 345

Snorkeling

Guaranteed departures

May 15th - September 15th

13:30-14:00 from Reykjavík 9:45 & 14:15 from Silfra Parking Lot Mon Tue Wed Thu

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Price

16.990 ISK per person 20.990 ISK w/ pick-up

Min no minimum Sat Sun Max 8 per guide Min age 14 years or 150 cm height

Add 7.500 ISK to rent a waterproof digital camera

Description: Silfra lava fissure is one of Iceland’s best kept secrets. Silfra, which is situated in the heart of Þingvellir, where the oldest existing parliament in the world was established. The crystal clear water in the deep fissure gives you a feeling of being weightless as you float along with the lazy current. Frequently rated as one of the worlds top ten dive sites, Silfra offers up to 100 meters of underwater visibility and is located on top of the separation between the continental plates of Europe and America! Although the water temperature is only around 2 degrees Celsius our super warm dry suits make this adventure possible. Into the Blue is a relaxing but exotic trip in an environment most will only encounter in their dreams.

Explorez les moindres recoins de l’Islande! Plongez en masque et tuba dans cette aventure magique et relaxante dans le parc national de Þingvellir, en pleine zone géologique. La vue est imprenable dans une des eaux parmi les plus claires au monde!

Un léger courant vous guide le long d’une fissure tectonique symbolisant la séparation entre les plaques américaine et eurasienne.

Dieser Trip ist ein echter Geheimtipp – Schnorcheln in der Silfraspalte im Nationalpark Þingvellir. Das kristallklare Wasser der tiefen Spalte gibt euch das Gefühl schwerelos zu sein, während ihr euch von der langsamen Strömung treiben lasst. Als kleiner Bonus liegt Silfra auch noch zwischen den Kontinentalplatten von Europa und Amerika. Nach circa einer Stunde Schnorcheln kehren wir nach Reykjavík zurück.

Details:

Included: Guided snorkeling tour and all the equipment needed. Bring with you: Warm undergarment clothing (fleece/thermal sweater and pants), warm socks, towel and a change of clothing. Duration of trip: 2 hours, 4 hours with transfer. Distance from Reykjavík: 50km/31 miles. How to get there by car: Silfra parking lot GPS 64°15´38.88”N, 21°06´98.48W(WGS84).

Please note: Those requiring corrective lenses for eyesight are advised to bring contact lenses, as eyeglasses do not fit under the snorkeling masks.

Black & Blue

Snorkeling in Silfra fissure & Lava Caving

The Only UNESCO world heritage Site in Iceland!

Difficulty 1 2 345

Caving

Guaranteed departures

January 1st - December 31st

Snorkeling

Combo Trip

Price

28.990 ISK per person

Add 1.000 ISK per item to rent hiking shoes, waterproof jacket or pants.

Min no minimum Add 7.500 ISK to rent Sun Max 12 per guide a waterproof digital camera Min age 14 years or 150 cm height

9:00-9:30 from Reykjavík 10:00 from Þingvellir Camping Site Mon Tue Wed Thu

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Description: Our adventure starts with the black as we explore the hidden world under a lava field. The cave is a perfect example of an Icelandic lava tube where you have the opportunity to discover the marvels created by past volcanic activity.

After the cave we will be moving into the blue. 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 along with the lazy current. Although the water temperature is only around 2 degrees Celsius our super warm dry suits make this adventure possible. 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.

Vous commencerez sous terre en explorant une grotte de lave où vous découvrirez des coulées de lave vieilles de 2 000 ans. Vous naviguerez ensuite dans les eaux limpides à 2°C du parc National de Þingvellir sans avoir froid grâce à nos combinaisons chaudes et étanches. Vous découvrirez ainsi la dorsale séparant les plaques américaine et eurasienne.

Bei diesem Abenteuer erlebt ihr gleich zwei Perlen der isländischen Natur hautnah. Zuerst geht ihr im wunderschönen Nationalpark Þingvellir zwischen den tektonischen Platten Schnorcheln und danach entdeckt ihr eine jahrtausendealte Lavahöhle zu Fuss. Ein Ausflug voller Kontraste und fantastischer Eindrücke!

Details:

Included: Transport from Reykjavík, guided caving and snorkeling tour, caving and snorkeling gear. Bring with you: Warm outdoor clothing, waterproof jacket and pants, headwear, gloves, warm undergarment clothing (fleece/thermal sweater and pants), warm socks and a change of clothing. We recommend you bring with you good hiking shoes, a towel and a packed lunch. Duration of trip: 7-8 hours. Distance from Reykjavík: 50km/31 miles.

Please note: Those requiring corrective lenses for eyesight are advised to bring contact lenses, as eyeglasses do not fit under the snorkeling masks.

Golden Circle & Snorkeling Golden Circle Sightseeing & Snorkeling adventure in Silfra fissure, Þingvellir

A golden memory!

Add Snorkeling to your g!

Golden Circle Sightseein

Difficulty 1 2 345

Sigthseeing

Guaranteed departures

January 1st - December 31st

9:00-9:30 from Reykjavík Mon Tue Wed Thu

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Snorkeling

Combo Trip

Price

29.990 ISK per person

Add 1.000 ISK per item to rent hiking shoes, waterproof jacket or pants.

Min 2 persons Add 7.500 ISK to rent Sun Max 16 per guide a waterproof digital camera Min age 14 years or 150 cm height

Description: The trip starts with a scenic drive the world renowned geothermal area around Geysir hot spring. There the ground gurgles, bubbles and super heated water escapes from the ground with enormous force. Next we stroll down to Gullfoss, the undisputed queen of Icelandic waterfalls. Gullfoss is an amazing sight, the water rushes down three steps of lava layers with breathtaking power and grandeur. We end the day with a stop at Þingvellir National park. Þingvellir is a UNESCO world heritage site and it is the place where the great tectonic plates of America and Europe meet! You will see the continental rift up close as you snorkel through the stunningly clear blue waters of Silfra. This trip has it all; stunning natural beauty, interesting history, amazing geological wonders, a life-changing snorkeling experience, and great adventures!

Découvrez le site de Geysir, puis les impressionnantes chutes d’or de Gullfoss et pour finir le Parc National de Þingvellir. Ce parc évoque l’Islande des Vikings et il vous fera découvrir la fissure entre les plaques américaine et eurasienne. Grâce à un masque, un tuba et une combinaison adaptée, c’est au cœur d’une de ces fissures que vous irez explorez les eaux transparentes à 2°C. Wir bringen euch auf die berühmteste Tour Islands mit einem Besuch beim Wasserfall Gullfoss, den heißen Quellen um Geysir und dem geologisch und geschichtlich interessanten Nationalpark Þingvellir. Als krönender Abschluss schlüpfen wir in unsere Trockenanzüge und entdecken schnorchelnd die versteckte Welt der Silfraspalte, genau dort wo die tektonischen Platten auseinander driften. Ein wirklich einmaliges Erlebnis!

Details:

Included: Transport from Reykjavík, a visit to Þingvellir National Park, Geysir and Gullfoss and snorkeling. Bring with you: Warm and waterproof outdoor clothing, headwear, gloves, warm undergarment clothing (fleece/wool sweater and pants), warm socks and a change of clothing. Good hiking shoes are recommended. Duration of trip: 8-9 hours. Distance from Reykjavík: 120 km/75 miles.

Please note: Those requiring corrective lenses for eyesight are advised to bring contact lenses, as eyeglasses do not fit under the snorkeling masks.

Deep into the Blue

2 Dives in the World Famous Silfra Fissure in Þingvellir National Park

Dive in between the continents!

Difficulty 123 4 5

Diving

Guaranteed departures

January 1st - December 31st

Price

41.990 ISK per person

8:45-9:15 from Reykjavík 9:30 from Þingvellir Service Center Mon Tue Wed Thu

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Min no minimum Sat Sun Max 4 per guide Min age 18 years

Description: This trip includes two dives in Silfra ravine. Silfra is one of Iceland’s best-kept secrets. It is situated in the heart of Þingvellir a UNESCO world heritage site. Silfra is an otherworldly scene located directly on top of the rift between the continents of America and Europe. The crystal clear water in the deep fissure gives you a feeling of being weightless as you glide along with the lazy current. Visibility is amazing and is only limited by the density of the water itself. Depth varies from 5 to 18 meters. Silfra is famous for being one of the best dive sites that the world has to offer.

Cette plongée de renommée mondiale comprend deux plongées au coeur de la fissure Silfra. Elle est située au cœur du parc National de Þingvellir. Silfra est située au-dessus du ravin séparant les continents européens et américains. La visibilité est incroyable.La profondeur varie de 5 à 18 mètres. C’est sans conteste l’un des meilleurs sites de plongée que le monde puisse offrir.

Dieser Trip beinhaltet 2 Tauchgänge in der Silfraspalte. Die Silfraspalte ist eines der bestgehütetsten Geheimnisse Islands, eine fast außerirdische Welt bekannt für ihre himmlischen blauen Farben. Das kristallklare Wasser der tiefen Spalte gibt euch das Gefühl schwerelos zu sein, während ihr euch von der langsamen Strömung treiben lasst. Die Sichtverhältnisse sind unglaublich und werden nur beschränkt von der Dichte des Wassers selbst. Die Tauchtiefe liegt zwischen 5 und 18 Metern. Dies ist ohne Frage eines der besten Tauchgebiete der Welt.

Details:

Included: Transport from Reykjavík, 2 dives in Silfra fissure, certified PADI guide/instructor and all necessary SCUBA equipment. Bring with you: Warm undergarment clothing (fleece/thermal sweater and pants), warm socks and a change of clothing. Duration of trip: 6 hours. Distance from Reykjavík: 50 km/31 miles. How to get there by car: Þingvellir Service Center at 9:45 (book in advance). Þingvellir Service Center GPS: 64°16’46.515”N, 21°05’18.18”W (WGS84). Prerequisites: PADI open water or equivelent certification required, PADI advanced and dry suit certificates recommended.

Please note: All dives are performed in a dry suit. Divers have to supply sizes on suits beforehand.

Additional requirements apply to junior open water divers.

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