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Reykjavik: 2-Hour Northern Lights by Boat with Backup Plan

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Activity provider:Special Tours Iceland
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Reykjavik: 2-Hour Northern Lights by Boat with Backup Plan

Activity provider:Special Tours Iceland
4.2  / 5
25 reviews

From US$ 68.85 per person

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Chase the northern lights by boat, just 15 minutes from Reykjavik's Old Harbor. If the lights aren't visible because of clouds, you'll get a bonus experience instead.

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Duration 2 hours
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Wheelchair accessible

Experience

Highlights
  • Sail into Faxaflói Bay to search for the northern lights
  • Admire the aurora borealis from an ideal spot on the water
  • Take in a private tour at the Whales of Iceland Exhibition in cases of poor weather
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Sail from Reykjavík's Old Harbor for a fantastic and unique experience chasing the famous northern lights. Your expert guide will explain the scientific facts about this amazing natural phenomenon, share stories and myths about the lights and answer all your questions. Please note that it's never guaranteed the lights will show up during the tour.  Here's the bonus: In the event that the tour must be postponed because of cloud cover, you won't be let down. Another activity awaits you. You'll head to the Whales of Iceland Museum, just minutes away from the harbor, where a guide will greet you for a tour of the exhibit. You'll see full-sized whale models and try out fun and interactive technology. A 10-minute Northern Lights photography workshop will be available on-site. After touring the exhibit, including a fascinating 25-minute video, you'll end the night with a Northern Lights-themed cocktail with a twist on the house and a ticket to try the Northern Lights Boat Tour again at the next available date. Please note that this tour is non-refundable, as an adventure is guaranteed regardless of weather conditions.

Includes
  • On board: Guided tour, warm overalls (children's sizes available), Wi-Fi, café and northern lights video
  • Whales of Iceland Exhibition: Exhibit entry and complimentary drink
  • Meals and drinks

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  • Please note that once you join the boat tour your ticket has been fully utilized and cannot be used to enter the Whales of Iceland Exhibition
  • If the lights are not seen on your tour you will be given a complimentary ticket to try again on the next available boat tour
  • If the boat tour is canceled due to weather you will join a private tour at the Whales of Iceland Exhibition
  • It is recommended to wear warm clothing and comfortable shoes

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    4.5/5
  • Transportation
    4.3/5
  • Service
    4.9/5
  • Organization
    4.7/5

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The best experience and it was worth waiting to see the Northern lights after one hour patience. The guide did a great job and taught us new things about the sky and nature. I will recommend to my friends. I will post my photos on the website. Thanks for the memory

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