See the northern lights, also known as aurora borealis, from a comfortable boat on this unique cruise from Reykjavik. Leave Iceland’s coast to experience this natural phenomenon far away from the city lights. Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience as you learn about the myths and scientific phenomena of the lights from your expert local guide.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Crew members can be asked for photography assistance on board if needed
✔ Pictures taken on every tour, available to download free of charge
✔ Use of thermal overalls - also available in children's sizes!
✔ Free WiFi & heated indoor seating
✔ NEW - Special Tours App (available in English, German, French, Spanish, and Chinese)
✔ Free ticket to try again if nothing is seen on your tour
✖ Food and drink (can be purchased on board)
✖ Hotel transfers (can be added for an additional fee)
What To Expect
Board a comfortable viewing boat and sail out from Reykjavik's coast toward Faxaflói Bay to begin your once-in-a-lifetime northern lights experience.
The northern lights (aurora borealis) create a natural light formation in the sky in the Arctic’s upper atmosphere, about 50 miles (80 km) high. The overwhelming appearance was named by the French philosopher Pierre Gassendi after the Roman goddess of dawn, Aurora, and the Greek god of the north wind, Boreas.
Your expert guide will tell you all about the fascinating and beautiful northern lights, including the folklore and superstition behind them, as well as the underlying scientific facts that make this magical light show possible. Admire the stellar lights from the luxurious and cozy viewing area and warm yourself up with hot coffee, tea and chocolate and light refreshments (refreshments on own expense).
Additional info
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Subject to favorable weather conditions.
• If cancelled due to inclement weather you will be given the option to reschedule or receive a full refund (if you have not joined the tour previously). If conditions to see the lights still look good, but sea conditions are poor, you will be offered a Northern Lights by Bus tour instead. Please note that the coach tour is the same price as the boat tour, and therefore if you choose to join the coach tour in these circumstances, a refund will not be offered.
• If you join the tour and there are no sightings you will get another ticket to join on the next available day. No refund if you have already been on the tours and used the service. This offer does not expire and can also be used in a few years.
• Hotel pick up: Available to book directly with supplier (Extra Fees Apply).
