Reykjavik Northern Lights Sailing Adventure and Aurora Exhibition Experience
Reykjavik Northern Lights Sailing Adventure and Aurora Exhibition Experience
Begin an enchanting evening with a visit to the Aurora Exhibition, immersing yourself in the phenomenon of the northern lights and learning photographic tips from experts. Follow up with an unforgettable Northern Lights Cruise, where a team of enthusiastic guides will enhance your understanding of this natural wonder, assist with photography, and capture the moment for you. The exhibition offers a journey through the mythology and science of the northern lights, including a special cinema experience with stunning aurora displays. The cruise promises a thrilling adventure in search of the aurora borealis away from the city's glare, offering both the tranquility of the sea and the spectacle of the stars and lights intermingling. Enjoy the comfort of heated indoor lounges and open viewing decks for an unparalleled viewing experience.
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Begin an enchanting evening with a visit to the Aurora Exhibition, where you'll dive deep into the wonder of the northern lights and unlock secrets on how to capture their beauty through photography. Allow 45-60 minutes to fully enjoy this immersive learning experience before embarking on your Northern Lights Cruise later in the evening.
Once you've soaked up knowledge on all things aurora, make your way to the harbor to board your cruise ship, where an eager and friendly team awaits. They'll share more fascinating insights about the northern lights and offer additional photography assistance. As we sail, our team will be capturing the celestial dance of the lights, with photos available upon request via email the next day.
The Aurora Reykjavík exhibition is your gateway to understanding the aurora borealis through mythology, science, and photography. This flexible ticket lets you explore at your own pace, featuring interactive displays, a photo booth for camera adjustment practice, and a mesmerizing HD film of auroras projected in a theatre. The film, accompanied by soft surround-sound music, promises a restful and therapeutic experience, as if returning from a tranquil holiday. A knowledgeable staff is always available to answer any queries about the lights or photography tips.
Embark on a Northern Lights Cruise that sets sail from the Old Harbour in downtown Reykjavik. Escaping the city lights, this winter voyage offers the ideal conditions for witnessing the aurora borealis from September to April. The open sea, under a blanket of stars, sets the stage for a mesmerizing show of lights flickering across the sky. Exchange your voucher at our ticket office and join us on a quest for the northern lights, leaving the city's glow behind.
Our ship features open viewing decks and a cozy indoor lounge for warming breaks between sightings. An expert guide will accompany you, ready to answer all your questions as you wrap up in our warm overalls to gaze at nature's most spectacular light show. The boat houses several outdoor platforms and an indoor saloon with toilets and a café, where you can enjoy hot beverages or our signature Northern Lights punch, enhancing this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
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Magical Northern Lights Experience
Aurora Exhibition: Insightful Prelude
Begin your enchanting evening with a visit to the Aurora Exhibition. Delve into the science and legends of the northern lights and acquire valuable photography tips during a 45-60 minute walkthrough. Timing your visit before the Northern Lights Cruise is recommended for a seamless experience.
Northern Lights Cruise: A Thrilling Voyage
After enriching your knowledge at the exhibition, proceed to the harbour to embark on the Northern Lights Cruise. Our passionate team will guide you through the night's adventure, offering additional insights into the aurora phenomena and photography assistance. Enjoy the live capturing of the northern lights and request photos via email post-cruise.
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Explore the Aurora Reykjavík Exhibition at your leisure without the need for reservation. Engage with interactive displays, learn camera settings in a dedicated photo booth, and relax during a continuously running HD film of the aurora borealis in our theatre. Our staff are ready to enrich your understanding further.
Embark on the Northern Lights Cruise from Ægisgarður pier in Reykjavik's Old Harbour, and seek out the aurora borealis in the dark expanses of Faxaflói bay. Enjoy breathtaking views from our viewing decks or stay cozy in the heated indoor lounge. Our expert guide will complement your experience with fascinating insights while you indulge in optional refreshments or the Northern Lights punch.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Flexible admission to the interactive Aurora Reykjavik Exhibition
- 2 hr. Northern Lights Cruise
- Use of warm overalls on board
- Excellent guidance
- Free WiFi on board as well as in Exhibition
- Assistance with Photography
- Northern Lights Theatre (at Aurora Reykjavik Exhibition)
- Northern Lights Photo Booth (at Aurora Reykjavik Exhibition)
Exclusions
- Food and beverages
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Personal expenses
Important Notes
Start your magical evening with a visit to the Aurora Exhibition to learn about the northern lights and photographing them. Plan your visit 45-60 min ahead of the Northern Lights Cruise.After the exhibition, head to the harbour and join the cruise vessel with an enthusiastic team ready to share more about the northern lights and offer photography assistance.Photos taken by the team during the cruise can be requested via email the next day.Enjoy a flexible ticket for the Aurora Reykjavík exhibition, allowing you to visit anytime without a reservation. Explore northern lights mythology, science, and gather expert photography tips.The exhibition's highlight is a continuously running HD film of auroral displays in Iceland, shown on a 7 metre wide screen, accompanied by soft music.Knowledgeable staff are available to answer any questions about the lights and photography.The Northern Lights Cruise offers a unique experience to search for the Aurora Borealis away from the city lights, under dark, clear skies from September until the end of April.The cruise begins at the Ægisgarður pier in the Old Harbour in downtown Reykjavik, where vouchers are exchanged for admission slips.Onboard facilities include open top viewing decks, a heated indoor lounge, toilet facilities, and a café offering light refreshments and beverages.The Aurora Exhibition part of the combo tour is flexible, allowing visits at any time. It is recommended to visit 1-2 hrs before the cruise for the best experience.Please note the cruise is subject to weather, sea conditions, and visibility, and may be cancelled with short notice.