Itinerary

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  Silfra snorkeling

  Your adventure starts with a snorkeling Silfra.

  Silfra, renowned for being the rift between the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates, offers an unparalleled underwater experience. Drifting in the crystal-clear glacial waters will make you feel as though you’re soaring through an expansive canyon formed by the gradual separation of these tectonic plates. You’ll be equipped with a dry suit and undergarments to ensure you stay dry and warm in the nearly freezing water. It’s advisable to wear thermal long underwear and wool socks for added warmth. Don’t forget to savor a sip of Silfra water during your snorkeling adventure; you may not encounter water this pure again. Following your 30-40-minute snorkeling tour in Silfra, you’re free to explore the Thingvellir area at your leisure.

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  Northern Lights experience

  Later in the evening, your quest for the northern lights will start with a 20-minute drive from Reykjavík to Aurora Basecamp. Aurora Basecamp is a state-of-the-art Northern Lights Observatory where you’ll receive guidance on spotting the lights, hunting for them in your rental car, capturing them on your camera, and more, making it the ideal starting point for your Northern Lights adventure in Iceland. At Aurora Basecamp, you’ll also have the opportunity to experience a lifelike indoor simulation of the northern lights.

  The northern lights, also known as aurora borealis, are the result of solar flares impacting Earth’s atmosphere. They manifest in various forms and hues, ranging from green and white to pink and purple. Sometimes they appear as an elegant dance across the night sky, while at other times, they resemble laser beams descending from outer space. Viewing the northern lights depends on both solar activity and weather conditions, making it impossible to guarantee a sighting. However, the lifelike simulation in the Dark Park at Aurora Basecamp offers such a realistic experience that you won’t be disappointed even if you don’t witness the actual lights.