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From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Boat Cruise

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From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Boat Cruise
4  / 566 reviews

Experience the Northern Lights in Iceland on a cruise that takes you away from the bright city to a place you can see the lights dance around the sky.

About this activity

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Duration 2 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

Experience

Itinerary

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    Starting location:

    Geirsgata 11

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    Faxaflói

    Guided tour (2 hours)

  • Arrive back at:

    Geirsgata 11

Main sites passed

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Marvel at the night sky as it lights up with Mother Nature's fireworks
  • Experience a moment so beautiful that it will leave you speechless
  • Discover history and beliefs surrounding this natural phenomenon
  • Learn secrets and local legends about this stunning light show
  • Listen to informative commentary from experienced guides

Full description

Head away from the city lights for optimal views of the Northern Lights. Sail out of Reykjavik on this 2-hour cruise and enjoy incredible views of the city from the sea. Enjoy snacks and refreshments in a heated indoor bar, or put on the warm overalls and sit out on the deck to watch the stars and the light show. Experience the enchanting dance of the Aurora Borealis against the backdrop of Iceland's dark skies, creating unforgettable memories. Our knowledgeable guides will provide insights into the science and folklore behind this awe-inspiring spectacle, enriching your journey with fascinating stories and facts. The Northern Lights are an unpredictable natural phenomenon, so if there are no sightings on the tour the booking number can be used to reschedule the trip.

Includes

  • 2-3-hour Northern Lights tour
  • Experienced and professional guides
  • Free ticket to join again in case of no sightings
  • Warm flotation overalls
  • Free WiFi on board
  • Heated indoor cabins with toilet facilities
  • Complimentary seasickness tablets available
  • Food and drink (can be purchased onboard)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

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Participants

Date

Meeting point

We start at Geirsgata 11, check-in is at the Special Tours office at the corner. Get there 30 minutes early to join the excitement. See you soon!

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Important information

What to bring

  • Weather-appropriate clothing

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Smoking

Know before you go

  • Please be aware that due to environmental reasons during certain times of the year your trip may be delivered on a shared boat with one of the activity supplier's partners. The activity supplier is committed to ensuring the environment is kept pristine by making sure fewer boats are on the water.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4 /5

based on 66 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.6/5
  • Transportation
    4.4/5
  • Service
    4.2/5
  • Organization
    4.2/5

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Aj – United KingdomJanuary 30, 2023  – Verified booking
Hadn’t even stopped and could see them with the naked eye! Absolutely amazing experience, very cold going out and back in, but the suits provided are so worth it and keep you as warm as possible! All people on board were amazing the tour guide Lukas was extremely kind and helpful, taught you anything you needed to know, helped with camera settings and also took photos for you so you could watch it in the moment! No complaints what so ever!
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Leslie – GermanyFebruary 15, 2020  – Verified booking
It was a great trip. Waiting game for clouds to blow over ,captain stay out for hours. We managed to see northern light as we came back to port. All the equipment on boat .I do suggest go extra size in weather prof suit so it fit over your own cloths. it said 2 hours it was 4hour Brilliant.
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Emma November 27, 2018  – Verified booking
We barely saw the lights (at the end) but it was worth it and they gave us an extra 40 mins to stay in and watch what we could of them. Host/ crew was friendly and professional. I would just say: wrap up warm, and then some. And it would have been good if they could wipe down the seats which were wet (and therefore colder). I would also pay a bit more for a bar service to come to you rather than navigating downstairs in the difficult to maneuver outfit. Also- pee first! It’s hard to get out of the warm suit in the little Loos. But a really good night and would strongly recommend it!
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Product ID: 63019

Activity provider:Reykjavik Sailors

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