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From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Sightseeing Cruise

Person steering a boat under the Northern Lights near Reykjavik.
Cruise ship under Northern Lights in Reykjavik night sky.
Northern Lights over snowy mountains near Reykjavik, Iceland.
Northern Lights over water with a cruise ship near Reykjavik.

Duration

2 hr

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

    • Chase the Aurora Borealis under clear, dark skies away from city lights, with warm overalls, WiFi, and onboard WCs for comfort.

    • Expert guides share insights into the aurora, with crew assistance for capturing your perfect photo.

    • Heated indoor seating and an onboard café/bar let you relax while awaiting the night sky’s dazzling display.

    • If the Northern Lights don’t appear, enjoy a complimentary ticket to try again, your adventure isn’t over yet.

    • Opt for a ticket with a guaranteed backup plan, enjoy a Northern Lights-themed museum visit, film, and cocktail if the cruise is cancelled.

    • Guided Northern Lights cruise

    • Access to Visitor Centre

    • Use of warm overalls

    • Excellent live guidance

    • Heated indoor seating

    • Free WiFi onboard

    • Restrooms onboard

    • Northern Lights guarantee (or try again for free)

    • Pictures taken by crew (when possible)

    • Northern Lights video (as per option selected)

    • Back-up plan (as per option selected)

    • 1.5 to 2.5-hour yacht cruise (as per option selected)

    • Access to triple observation deck (as per option selected)

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • How do we collect reviews?

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    Julie Dellay

    Julie

    Jan, 2025Verified booking

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    Tahmid Ajwad Haque

    Tahmid

    Jan, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Maria Carmen Lopez Mosteiro Garcia

    Maria

    Jan, 2025Verified booking

    1/5
    They cancelled the tour twice and did not give us any prior notice either time. The.people from the company were not nice at all.
  • What to bring

    • Bring a valid photo ID for check-in.

    • Dress warmly and according to the weather; wear a hat, gloves, and sturdy footwear.

    • Warm overalls are provided on board, but good shoes are recommended for safety and comfort.

    • Consider bringing a camera and a stabiliser if you wish to photograph the Northern Lights; crew can assist with camera settings.

    What’s not allowed

    • Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not permitted on board.

    • Pets are not allowed, except for registered service animals.

    • Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited during the tour.

    • Smoking is not permitted on board the vessel.

    Accessibility

    • The experience is not fully wheelchair accessible. Please contact the operator in advance if you have specific mobility needs.

    Additional information

    • The cruise is subject to suitable sea and weather conditions and may be cancelled on short notice for safety reasons.

    • Sightings of the Northern Lights are not guaranteed, as they are a natural phenomenon. If no lights are seen, you will receive a complimentary ticket to try again.

    • If the boat tour is cancelled, a backup experience or alternative tour may be offered, or you may be able to reschedule or request a refund, depending on your ticket type.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 30 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    Meeting point

    Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

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