Húsavík: Bubbling Sands Snorkeling Tour
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About the Activity
Litlaá, meaning "Little River," is located near the northern coast of Iceland. This is an unusual spot to find warm water, but thanks to a nearby geothermal active area, we get to enjoy snorkeling in water with a temperature of about 20°C. The tour takes place in a lagoon called Brunnar, meaning "Wells." The lagoon's floor is full of mesmerizing dancing sands. The cold water erupting from the bottom causes these beautiful designs described as the "Bubbling Sands" that you must see with your own eyes. Because of the warm water temperature, we also find fields of strange green algae, plants, multicolored sediments, and a countless number of snails. In the shallow rocky area at the edges of the lagoon, we find countless numbers of sticklebacks traveling around in large groups. The majestic Brown Trout eats sticklebacks and is sometimes spotted by snorkelers. This location is on the Diamond circle making it the perfect selfdrive tour.2 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Live guide that is a PADI instructor
Hot chocolate and cookies
Guided snorkeling tour
All necessary snorkeling equipment, drysuit and warm undersuit
Souvenir photos of your snorkeling tour (available to purchase)
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When you arrive at Litlaá river you will meet the DIVE.IS guide who will give you a detailed briefing of the snorkeling tour and get you dressed into our top quality snorkeling dry suit and other gear.
You will enter Litlaá river at the entry point and snorkel down the river and in the lagoon for about 30-45 minutes.
Then, you will exit the river and walk back to the parking lot.
After the snorkeling tour, we will warm you up with hot cocoa and cookies. This is an opportunity to buy photos from your tour and chat with your guide about the area. Then it is time to take of the gear and continue on your way. View Location
Meeting and Pickup
Starting point
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The meeting point is on the Diamond circle in North Iceland.
On road 85 you make your way to Keldunes, a farm that is on all main maps. After exiting the 85 you drive a small distance before turning left on the road to Höfðabrekka.
You will meet our guide in this location, you won't miss him.View Location
End point
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The meeting point is on the Diamond circle in North Iceland.
On road 85 you make your way to Keldunes, a farm that is on all main maps. After exiting the 85 you drive a small distance before turning left on the road to Höfðabrekka.
You will meet our guide in this location, you won't miss him.View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- All participants will need to fill out a medical form before participating in the tour. The form can be filled out online
- All participant's height, weight and age information must be provided to local operator to ensure they bring the best fitting drysuit. The tour operator will contact you after booking to ask for this information.
- IMPORTANT - Participants over 60 years of age must have their doctor sign the approval form in order to participate
- Drysuits are worn over your own clothing. We recommend wearing long thermal underwear and thick wool socks as a base layer under the dry suit
- Minimum height is 4ft 11in (150cm). Minimum weight is 100lbs (45kg).
- Maximum height and weight is 6ft7in (200cm) and 264lbs (120kg).
- Participants must be comfortable in water and able to swim, physically fit and healthy
- Please note that that dry suits can sometimes feel quite tight and constricting
- All participants must be able to communicate in English
- Not suitable for pregnant women
- All participants must be at least 12 years old
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket • Important: You must read and sign the Snorkeling Silfra Medical Statement (view here: https://www.dive.is/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Silfra-Snorkeling-Medical-Statement-and-Physicians-Approval-Form.pdf) • All participants above 60 years of age must have their doctor sign the approval form. • You must also sign this liability release form at the start of the tour (view here: https://www.dive.is/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/AA_LIABILITY_SNORKELING_2016.pdf) • A list of passenger(s) information MUST be provided, we will contact you to request the necessary detailsCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Atlantic/Reykjavik time to receive 100% refund.
Operated by DIVE.IS - The Sport Diving School of IcelandCreated on 15 Nov 2023Created on 07 Mar 2025
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