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Northern Lights Cruise: Unique Reykjavik Experience with Expert Guide
4.0
350 Ratings
Reykjavík
Experience the stunning northern lights from the North Atlantic Ocean. Sail away from the city lights to find the ideal location for witnessing this breathtaking natural phenomenon.
Experience the stunning northern lights from the North Atlantic Ocean. Sail away from the city lights to find the ideal location for witnessing this breathtaking natural phenomenon.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Special Tours - Experiencing the northern lights from the ocean is truly remarkable. Sailing away from Reykjavik’s coastline to witness the aurora borealis over the North-Atlantic Ocean, with stunning mountains and city lights in the background, is an unforgettable adventure.
This exclusive tour lasts approximately 2 hours, departing from…
- Special Tours - Experiencing the northern lights from the ocean is truly remarkable. Sailing away from Reykjavik’s coastline to witness the aurora borealis over the North-Atlantic Ocean, with stunning mountains and city lights in the background, is an unforgettable adventure.
This exclusive tour lasts approximately 2 hours, departing from Reykjavik’s old harbor on luxurious boats, either Rósin or Andrea. Enjoy breathtaking views of the capital’s beautiful coastline as you head out to find the northern lights. In just 15-30 minutes, you’ll reach an ideal spot away from city lights, perfect for aurora viewing.
Please note that this tour is highly dependent on favorable weather conditions. Cancellations may occur if conditions are not suitable.
When the northern lights forecast is promising but it’s too windy for a sea excursion, guests will be taken on a small private bus tour to chase the lights on land. They will also be offered a spot on the next available northern lights cruise at no extra cost.
What's Included
- Free WiFi & heated indoor seating
- Use of thermal overalls - also available in children’s sizes
- Pictures taken on every tour, available to download free of charge
- Crew members can be asked for photography assistance on board
- Free ticket to try again if nothing is seen on your tour
- Free WiFi & heated indoor seating
- Use of thermal overalls - also available in children’s sizes
- Pictures taken on every tour, available to download free of charge
- Crew members can be asked for photography assistance on board
- Free ticket to try again if nothing is seen on your tour
What's Not Included
- Food and drink (can be purchased on board)
- Hotel transfers (can be added for an additional fee)
- Food and drink (can be purchased on board)
- Hotel transfers (can be added for an additional fee)
Additional Information
- 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…
- 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).
Location
Special Tours
Make your way to Special Tours ticket office located on Geirsgata 11, 101 Reykjavík for check-in. We recommend being at the check-in 30 minutes prior to departure.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(350 Ratings)
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Pamelawe
Apr 14, 2026
Breathtaking Northern Lights - Boat trip out after dark to look for the lights.
Found the lights quite early on and they got stronger the longer we were there
Guide indicated where to point camera to get the best view. Amazing !!! Took so many photos and they all came out...just using my phone.
If you got too cold drinks and snacks available on the boat.
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Jamille
Apr 3, 2026
Perfect!! - It was exciting, fulfilling a dream. Choosing this tour proved to be the best way to see the Aurora Boreal. And we really saw (not just by the camera lens) and many times. Being able to return to the boat's heated area whenever you want is very convenient considering the intense cold.
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F2432zvjenniferw
Mar 18, 2026
Amazing experience, well run, friendly tour employees. - The tour was fantastic. Our guide Joe, was informative and funny. The captain was great, we had some rough seas but never felt unsafe. We were lucky enough to see the lights. Would recommend.
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Onair792446
Mar 14, 2026
Wonderful experience! - Wonderful experience! The guide told us exactly where to look in the night sky and how to set our phones for better views of the aurora. The boat was very comfortable and it was a treat to be able to get a hot cup of coffee with Bailey’s. Be sure to bundle up so you can stay outside. Also, our friends wore gloves that could be used with cell phones.
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F5033dastephenb
Mar 14, 2026
Great trip - Great trip. Got to see the lights. Lovely to see. Great guide on board telling what to look for and how to take a picture of them
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Picturesmith
Feb 8, 2026
Memorable and enjoyable evening - Start to finish, excellent experience and really worth doing. All the staff were friendly, helpful and extremely knowledgeable. The boat was clean, tidy and very comfortable and we did get to see the Northern Lights. Very happy indeed. As a tip, you can check in at the office during the day of your trip so you can take your pass straight to the boat in the evening
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Alvaro
Jan 27, 2026
Good excursion if you see the auroras... - Everything was well organized. Timetables and different alternatives to do it on different days. Inside the boat it was hot and it was fine with the coffee shop. On top cold, but spectacular.
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Paul
Jan 21, 2026
Your BEST Option for Darkness - Excellent experience hosted by a professional and humorous crew. This tour operator is focused on delivering a very memorable cruise. The forecast G3 magnetic storm produced beautiful overhead lights in the darkness of the sea just outside of Reykjavik harbor. Our narrator's explanation of the experience (often humorous) added to the overall enjoyment. Most strongly recommend this option to avoid light pollution.
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Occdoc
Jan 8, 2026
Magic in the sky - So ecstatic to view the Northern Lights almost as soon as the ship pulled out of the harbor, despite the forecast of low probability. Plus guide Celina provided a thorough, factual and very interesting commentary and some very practical tips on how best to capture the lights on our cameras. Totally awesome tour!
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Addict2holidays
Jan 8, 2026
Great view of the lights - Did a northern lights cruise, boat left on time, was out a good couple hours, saw the lights, so bright even without using phone/camera. Recommend to dress very warm, they do offer overalls to also put on if you need them as an extra layer. The host was very informative, looking for and finding where the lights were, inside there was a area you could get drinks and snacks, I had hot chocolate and I thought the price extremely reasonable and the drink was very nice. There is a decent amount of seating. A great evening was had
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