PADI Dry Suit Diver Course and Scuba Diving in Silfra near Reykjavik

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2 days

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From 17 years-old and up

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Would you like to dive in Silfra but are not certified as a PADI Dry Suit Diver? Then this activity is for you!

PADI Dry Suit Diver Course and Scuba Diving in Silfra near Reykjavik

From€361

2 days

Sporty

From 17 years-old and up

PADI Dry Suit Diving Certification and Diving at Silfra near Reykjavik

From€361

2 days

Sporty

From 17 years-old and up

Instant confirmation

Practical information

Exclusively for certified divers holding a PADI Open Water certification or equivalent, this experience combines training and adventure (1 guide for 3 participants).

On the first day, you’ll complete your PADI Dry Suit Diver Specialty Course, and on the second day, put your new skills into practice as you join the unforgettable Silfra Scuba Diving Tour.

Course of events

Day 1: allow 10 to 12 hours in total

Theory and knowledge review
Pick-up and drop-off from central Reykjavik included
Confined water session at a local pool with introduction to diving in a dry suit
2 open water training dives at a local dive site to practice diving with the dry suit

Day 2: allow 3 hours in total

Pick-up and drop-off from central Reykjavik to book separately
Arrival at the meeting point at Silfra 15 minutes before the tour start time, check-in with guides
Division into groups of 3 people, one group per guide
Briefing and gear-up with your guide (∼1 hour total)
Once you are fully dressed, your guide will take a number from the park ranger and that will be your group’s number to enter the water
Make your way to the entry platform, short wait (wait time may vary)
Weight check upon entering the water
1 dive of 30-40 minutes with a maximum depth of 18 meters
Exit through platform, walk back to the meeting point (∼250 meters)
Take off equipment, enjoy hot chocolate and cookies to warm up
At this point, you will have time to chat with your guide, ask any questions you might have and take a look at the pics taken during the tour

Activity requirements

All participants must be certified divers at the level of PADI Open Water or equivalent and be in good physical condition to take part in this activity.

The minimum/maximum weight for this activity are 45kg/120kg.

The minimum/maximum height for this activity are 150cm/200cm.

You must be able to communicate in English to take part in this activity.

All participants must have read, signed, and followed directions on the online Diving Medical Statement (link provided in the confirmation email)

Participants over 60 must have the Diving Medical form signed off by a doctor.

All participants must sign an insurance waiver on-site.

The signature of a legal guardian will be required for participants under 18 years old.

A minimum number of 2 participants is required to run this activity.

Special terms

This activity is not accessible for pregnant or disabled people.

Pets are not permitted to join in this activity.

Unfortunately, PADI dive training regulations prohibit both the dive instructor and the students from carrying a camera of any sort during training dives.

If pictures are taken in Silfra (safety is the priority for the guides), you will be able to purchase them after the tour.

Meeting point:

DIVE.IS Meeting Point for Silfra snorkeling and diving tours - 806 Thingvellir, Iceland

Spoken languages:

Icelandic, English

Included

Professional guide
Transport to and from the Reykjavík Area (only for the course)
One Knowledge Development session with your instructor
1 Confined Open Water session
2 Open Water Dives (at a local dive site)
PADI Certification fee
1 guided dive in Silfra
Diving equipment (dry suit, mask, fins etc)
Hot chocolate and cookies in the dive break
Entrance fee into Silfra

Excluded

Photos
Transport to and from the Reykjavík Area (for Silfra)

Do not forget to bring

SCUBA dive certification card (PADI Open Water or equivalent)
Proof that you finished the Knowledge Reviews for the Dry Suit Course
Long underwear
Thick socks
Suitable clothes for the weather of the day

From€361

2 days

Sporty

From 17 years-old and up

Instant confirmation

Practical information

Exclusively for certified divers holding a PADI Open Water certification or equivalent, this experience combines training and adventure (1 guide for 3 participants).

On the first day, you’ll complete your PADI Dry Suit Diver Specialty Course, and on the second day, put your new skills into practice as you join the unforgettable Silfra Scuba Diving Tour.

Course of events

Day 1: allow 10 to 12 hours in total

Theory and knowledge review
Pick-up and drop-off from central Reykjavik included
Confined water session at a local pool with introduction to diving in a dry suit
2 open water training dives at a local dive site to practice diving with the dry suit

Day 2: allow 3 hours in total

Pick-up and drop-off from central Reykjavik to book separately
Arrival at the meeting point at Silfra 15 minutes before the tour start time, check-in with guides
Division into groups of 3 people, one group per guide
Briefing and gear-up with your guide (∼1 hour total)
Once you are fully dressed, your guide will take a number from the park ranger and that will be your group’s number to enter the water
Make your way to the entry platform, short wait (wait time may vary)
Weight check upon entering the water
1 dive of 30-40 minutes with a maximum depth of 18 meters
Exit through platform, walk back to the meeting point (∼250 meters)
Take off equipment, enjoy hot chocolate and cookies to warm up
At this point, you will have time to chat with your guide, ask any questions you might have and take a look at the pics taken during the tour

Activity requirements

All participants must be certified divers at the level of PADI Open Water or equivalent and be in good physical condition to take part in this activity.

The minimum/maximum weight for this activity are 45kg/120kg.

The minimum/maximum height for this activity are 150cm/200cm.

You must be able to communicate in English to take part in this activity.

All participants must have read, signed, and followed directions on the online Diving Medical Statement (link provided in the confirmation email)

Participants over 60 must have the Diving Medical form signed off by a doctor.

All participants must sign an insurance waiver on-site.

The signature of a legal guardian will be required for participants under 18 years old.

A minimum number of 2 participants is required to run this activity.

Special terms

This activity is not accessible for pregnant or disabled people.

Pets are not permitted to join in this activity.

Unfortunately, PADI dive training regulations prohibit both the dive instructor and the students from carrying a camera of any sort during training dives.

If pictures are taken in Silfra (safety is the priority for the guides), you will be able to purchase them after the tour.

Meeting point:

DIVE.IS Meeting Point for Silfra snorkeling and diving tours - 806 Thingvellir, Iceland

Spoken languages:

Icelandic, English

Included

Professional guide
Transport to and from the Reykjavík Area (only for the course)
One Knowledge Development session with your instructor
1 Confined Open Water session
2 Open Water Dives (at a local dive site)
PADI Certification fee
1 guided dive in Silfra
Diving equipment (dry suit, mask, fins etc)
Hot chocolate and cookies in the dive break
Entrance fee into Silfra

Excluded

Photos
Transport to and from the Reykjavík Area (for Silfra)

Do not forget to bring

SCUBA dive certification card (PADI Open Water or equivalent)
Proof that you finished the Knowledge Reviews for the Dry Suit Course
Long underwear
Thick socks
Suitable clothes for the weather of the day

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Meeting point:

DIVE.IS Meeting Point for Silfra snorkeling and diving tours - 806 Thingvellir, Iceland

Spoken languages:

Icelandic, English

Cancellation: Moderate

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About the activity

Diving at Silfra is an unmissable experience for scuba enthusiasts visiting Iceland. This extraordinary site offers the unique opportunity to dive between the American and European tectonic plates in crystal-clear waters that leave a lasting impression. However, with water temperatures consistently ranging from 2 to 4 °C, Silfra is a dive site that requires experience with a dry suit.

No worries if you’re not there yet! This two-day program near Reykjavik allows you to learn how to dive in a dry suit and experience diving in the Silfra fissure during your stay in Iceland. Guided by experienced instructors who are specialists in the region, you’ll receive full support to earn your PADI Dry Suit Diver certification under the best possible conditions. Dive.is, a PADI 5-star dive center, ensures a high-quality, safe, and comprehensive training, including theory, a pool session, and an open-water dive.

Once you’ve earned your PADI Dry Suit Diver certification, you’ll finally get to experience the highlight: diving at Silfra! On the second day of the activity, you’ll dive for 30 to 40 minutes to a maximum depth of 18 meters. Always accompanied by a professional and in a small group (maximum 3 divers per instructor), you’ll explore Silfra’s unique underwater landscapes and its one-of-a-kind environment. Diving at Silfra is an experience every certified diver seeking a new challenge should not miss!

So, are you ready to master cold-water diving? Book this PADI Dry Suit Diver course and get ready to dive in Silfra during your Reykjavik adventure!