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Northern Lights by Boat in Reykjavik

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Activity provider:Special Tours Iceland
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Northern Lights by Boat in Reykjavik

Activity provider:Special Tours Iceland
4  / 5
99 reviews

From US$ 87.44 per person

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Join us for a boat tour off the coast of Reykjavik in the North Atlantic ocean, and take in the majestic Northern Lights as they sparkle in the night sky. This 2-hour boat tour takes off from Reykjavik's harbour to a perfect spot for admiring the auroras.

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Duration 2.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

Experience

Highlights
  • Sail into the ocean off the coast of Reykjavik to spot the Northern Lights on this 2-hour night tour
  • Set sail from a convenient spot just 5 minutes away from the city centre
  • Admire the Aurora Borealis from an ideal spot on the water, just 15-30 minutes away from the coast
  • Take in amazing views of mountains and city lights
Full description
Hunting the northern lights from the ocean is an amazing experience; sailing away from the coastline of Reykjavik and seeing the aurora borealis out on the North-Atlantic ocean, with beautiful mountains and the city lights in the backround, is something you won't ever forget. This unique tour takes about 2 hours, departing from Reykjavik´s old harbour in a luxurious boats, either Rósin or Andrea. Enjoy great views of the beautiful coastline of the capital on the way out to search for the northern lights. In only 15-30 minutes you will be at a prime location away from the city lights, perfect for viewing the auroras. Please remember that this tour is highly dependent on correct weather conditions. Cancellation may occur if the circumstances are not in your favour.  When the northern lights forecast looks good - but if it is too windy to go out on sea - guests will be taken out for a northern lights tour on a small private bus to hunt for the lights on land. They will be offered a spot on the next available northern lights cruise free of charge.
Includes
  • Warm overalls (includes children's sizes)
  • WiFi & heated indoor seating
  • Photos of the tour available to download for free
  • Experienced guide
  • Ticket for second trip if nothing is seen
  • App available in English, German, French, Spanish, and Chinese
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drink

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Meeting point

Reykjavik Old Harbour.

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Important information

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  • If you don't catch the lights during your tour you will receive a complimentary ticket to try again
  • You will be contacted if the tour is cancelled however it is strongly recommended that you double-check the weather condition for the day of your tour
  • Knowledgeable guides are available to answer any questions you may have

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based on 99 reviews

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  • Guide
    4.4/5
  • Transportation
    4/5
  • Service
    4.1/5
  • Organization
    4.3/5

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Great experience saw the lights for whole of trip pretty much from leaving the harbour. My partner did get seasick though so its worth taking a tablet if your likely to get sick. Great commentary on board as well. Would advise wearing the suits they offer you on board as they really do keep out the cold.

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March 20, 2023

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Heather – United KingdomVerified booking

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The providers got in contact with us the day that we were supposed to go out to tell us the tour had been cancelled. They offered a back up plan which we turned down as we were too tired and would rather just do the boat trip. The next day, the boat trip went ahead and we saw the northern lights! It was super cloudy so we were very lucky to have seen them. The tour guide was amazing and very knowledgable. The captain deemed the trip as unsuccessful so we did get a free ticket for another day but didn’t manage to go again due to bad weather. Wear thermals if going during winter!! We got caught in the snow while out at sea and it was freezing cold. They didn’t cut the tour short and kept going until the time was up so definitely go prepared! Worth the cold though :)

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February 27, 2023

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Ellen – United KingdomVerified booking

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Amazing!!! Our guide Hanna was so informative and honest about how unpredictable the Aurora is but we got to see them. The boat was cosy and you were able to pass the time with food and drink, they even give out sea sickness tablets which I appreciated since im not the best with boat rides. The crew on board were so lovely. Even though we were lucky to see the lights on the tour it was considered unsuccessful, so we were given complimentary tickets for our next visit which we will 100% do! Definitely do this tour it's fab and sp worth standing out in the cold for

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