Reykjavik Northern Lights Sailing Experience - No Pickup Included
Reykjavik Northern Lights Sailing Experience - No Pickup Included
Embark on a magical winter cruise in Reykjavík, hunting for the dazzling Northern Lights far from the city's glow. From September to April, under dark, clear skies, witness the lights' mesmerizing dance across the star-filled night. Enjoy a cozy, warm setting with indoor heating, an onboard café, and a 360° viewing platform. Our expert guides are there to enhance your experience, offering insights and even snapping photos for your memories. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to sail through Faxaflói bay, maximizing your chances of catching the auroral display, regardless of the forecast. Your adventure begins at our ticket office by the Old Harbour, promising a night of unforgettable sights. Combo options like whale watching are available for an even richer experience.
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Embark on a mesmerizing adventure to witness the Aurora Borealis, far from the gleam of city lights, with our captivating winter cruise. The Northern Lights, with their best displays under the dark, clear skies of Reykjavík, light up from September to the end of April. Experience the awe-inspiring sight of the lights dancing across the night sky in various intensities, colors, and movements above the tranquil ocean.
Join us for a journey lasting between 1.5 to 2.5 hours, available from 1 September to 30 September at 22:00, from 1 October to 14 March at 21:00, and from 15 March to 15 April at 22:00. This aurora hunting experience is enhanced by the comfort of our boat, equipped with heated indoor areas, an onboard café, and a 360° viewing platform for breathtaking panoramic views. Our expert aurora guides will enrich your experience with fascinating information about the Northern Lights, answer any questions, and even take photos during the tour for you to request via email upon your return. To ensure your warmth, we offer overalls for borrowing—just remember to bring a hat and gloves.
Your adventure starts at our ticket office by the Old Harbour in downtown Reykjavík, where you'll exchange your pre-paid voucher for boarding tickets. Our expert guide will meet you on board an old fishing vessel, now serving as our Visitor Centre at the pier. We'll venture into the dark expanses of Faxaflói bay, leaving behind Reykjavík's bright city lights in search of the mystical auroras.
While the Northern Lights remain a natural phenomenon that cannot be guaranteed, we pride ourselves on our professional aurora hunting expertise. We venture out regardless of the forecast, maximizing your opportunity to witness this natural marvel. Unlike other operators, we don't cancel tours based on unfavorable conditions; we're committed to giving it our best shot. Our prime location, away from city lights and near small islands, offers smooth and comfortable sailing, ideal for this unique experience.
Should the lights remain elusive, we won't refund the tour price but will offer you the chance to try again on another day. You're welcome to join us as many times as needed within two years to catch the spectacular show, all at no extra cost.
Enhance your adventure by combining this activity with whale watching or explore our other combo tours for an even richer experience. Please note, for your enjoyment and safety, this tour is subject to sea conditions and may be cancelled on short notice. Rest assured, we'll notify you as soon as possible to make any necessary adjustments.
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Aurora Borealis Cruise Adventure
Embark on a unique journey away from the hustle and bustle of the city to search for the magnificent Aurora Borealis. This winter cruise offers an exceptional opportunity to witness the Northern Lights in their full glory, under the dark, clear skies of Reykjavík from September to the end of April. Experience the magic of the lights as they dance across the star-studded sky, all while floating on the gentle waves of the ocean.
Tour Details
Duration: 1.5 to 2.5 hours
Available Dates:
- 1 September - 30 September at 22:00
- 1 October - 14 March at 21:00
- 15 March - 15 April at 22:00
Our cruise not only offers a comfortable viewing experience with heated interiors, an onboard cafe, and a 360° viewing platform but also enhances your understanding of the auroras. Expert guides are available to provide insights, answer questions, and even take photographs for you to request later. Overalls are provided for warmth—just remember to bring a hat and gloves.
Meeting Point
Join us at our ticket office by the Old Harbour in downtown Reykjavík, where you'll exchange your voucher for boarding tickets. Our guides will welcome you on an old fishing vessel, now serving as our Visitor Centre, before we set sail into Faxaflói bay in search of the auroras.
While the northern lights are unpredictable, our expertise and persistence mean we'll always venture out, maximizing your chances of witnessing this natural wonder. Our search area, away from city lights and near small islands, provides an ideal backdrop for this adventure.
Should the lights remain elusive, we do not offer refunds but invite you to join us on another night, free of charge, within two years to enhance your chances of seeing the auroras.
Combo Offer
Maximize your experience by combining this cruise with whale watching or exploring our other combo tours. Note that this tour is subject to sea conditions and may be cancelled on short notice for your safety and enjoyment.
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
- Tip / Gratuity
- Refreshments
Important Notes
Search for Aurora Borealis away from the city lights on this thrilling winter cruise available from September until the end of April. Duration varies between 1.5 to 2.5 hours with specific times for departure based on the month. Enjoy comforts such as heated inside areas, an onboard café, and a 360° viewing platform. Expert aurora guides will enhance your experience with information and photography services. Remember to bring warm clothing, although overalls are available for borrowing. Meet at the ticket office by the Old Harbour in downtown Reykjavík. Despite the unpredictable nature of the Northern Lights, the tour doesn't get cancelled easily, maximizing your chances to witness this phenomenon. If the lights aren't visible, you get another chance on a different day within two years, at no extra cost. Combo this activity with whale watching or other tours. Note: the tour's execution depends on sea conditions and may be cancelled on short notice. The northern lights are unpredictable; patience and optimism are key. A complimentary ticket valid for two years is offered if the lights aren't seen. Weather significantly affects the possibility of conducting the cruise and it may be cancelled. This tour includes pick-up/drop-off services; confirm your hotel at least 48 hours before departure.