Northern Lights Cruise Experience from Reykjavík
Northern Lights Cruise Experience from Reykjavík
Join us on a magical winter cruise away from the bright lights of the city to hunt for the mesmerizing Aurora Borealis. Experience the thrill of watching the Northern Lights dance across the sky in a kaleidoscope of colors while the ocean gently rocks below. With optimal viewing conditions from September to April in Reykjavík, our cruise offers heated indoor areas, an onboard café, and a 360° viewing platform for unparalleled panoramas. Our expert guides are on hand to enrich your experience and even capture the moment for you. Embark on this unique adventure, where comfort and a chance to witness the ethereal beauty of the auroras merge seamlessly.
Embrace the chance to witness the Northern Lights more than once if they shy away during your initial outing, with our commitment to offer you endless attempts within two years at no extra cost. Our dedication to hunting the auroras means we set sail under any forecast, maximizing your chances to see this natural phenomenon. Meet us at our ticket office by the Old Harbour in downtown Reykjavík for an unforgettable journey into the night in search of the auroras, with the promise of expert guidance and the cozy reassurance of our onboard amenities. Don’t miss the opportunity to combine this tour with whale watching for an ultimate nature experience.
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Embark on a mesmerizing winter cruise in search of the Aurora Borealis, far from the city's glow. Witness the awe-inspiring northern lights dance across the sky, with their colors, movements, and intensities changing against the backdrop of the vast, star-studded heavens, all while the ocean's gentle sway adds to the magic of the experience. From September to the end of April, Reykjavík's dark, clear skies offer the perfect canvas for the auroras' display.
The tour lasts between 1.5 to 2.5 hours and is available at different times based on the month, ensuring you find a slot that best suits your northern lights hunting adventure. As you sail away from Reykjavík, take advantage of the onboard amenities, including heated interiors, a café, and a 360° viewing platform for panoramic views of the celestial spectacle. Our aurora experts not only provide fascinating insights but also capture moments from the tour, which you can request via email as a keepsake of your experience. We provide warm overalls, but don’t forget to bring a hat and gloves for added warmth.
Beginning at our ticket office by Reykjavík’s Old Harbour, our guides, stationed on an old fishing vessel turned Visitor Centre, will welcome you before setting sail into Faxaflói Bay. As professional aurora hunters, we leverage our expertise to optimize your chances of witnessing this natural marvel, undeterred by weather forecasts that might dissuade others. We persist where others might cancel, exploring near shores and islands, away from city lights, to ensure a prime viewing experience.
While the appearance of the northern lights cannot be guaranteed due to their natural unpredictability, our determination sets us apart. If the lights remain elusive, we offer you the chance to join us again on another day, without any additional cost, valid for two years, ensuring you have ample opportunity to witness the auroras.
For those looking to maximize their Icelandic adventure, consider combining this cruise with whale watching or exploring our other combo tours for a more comprehensive experience. Note that conditions at sea dictate the feasibility of this tour, and we prioritize your enjoyment and safety, keeping you informed should any changes arise.
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Aurora Borealis Winter Cruise Experience
Escape the city lights and embark on a captivating journey in search of the Aurora Borealis. This winter cruise offers a unique opportunity to witness the ever-changing lights in the vast starry sky above, with the ocean's gentle lull below. The ideal conditions for viewing the Northern Lights - dark, clear skies - are prevalent in Reykjavík from September until April's end.
Tour Details
Duration: 1.5-2.5 hours
Availability:
1 September - 14 September at 22:00
15 September - 14 March at 21:00
15 March - 15 April at 22:00
Experience the Northern Lights from the comfort of our boat, equipped with heated areas, an onboard café, and a 360° viewing platform. Our expert guides will enhance your experience with in-depth information and answers to your questions, capturing memorable moments through photographs available upon request. Warm overalls are provided; don't forget your hat and gloves!
Join us at our ticket office located by the Old Harbour in downtown Reykjavík to exchange your voucher for boarding tickets. Our journey takes us into Faxaflói bay, away from Reykjavík's city lights, in pursuit of the auroras. While sightings can't be guaranteed, our experienced team remains optimistic, leveraging our knowledge of local conditions to enhance your chances of witnessing this natural marvel.
In the event the lights do not appear, we offer the opportunity to join another tour within two years at no additional cost, maximizing your chances of experiencing the aurora.
COMBO: Enhance your adventure with a whale watching experience or explore our other combo tours for the full Icelandic encounter.
Please be advised that tour cancellations may occur due to sea conditions, with notifications provided as early as possible for your convenience and safety.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Access to Visitor Centre
- Use of warm overalls
- Excellent live guidance
- Assistance with photography
- Free WiFi onboard
- Northern Lights guarantee (or try again for free)
- Pictures taken by crew (if any)
Exclusions
- Pickup
- Refreshments
Important Notes
Important tour information:
- The northern lights are a natural phenomenon and unpredictable, so remember to bring patience and optimism.
- If the northern lights are not seen on your tour, you will be given a complimentary ticket, valid for two years.
- Weather is a significant factor for the northern lights cruises, and tours may be cancelled.