Northern Lights by Boat from Reykjavik
2 hours
Max 19 people
Commentary: Guide · en
Reykjavik, Iceland
About this activity
Out on the North Atlantic ocean the coastline of Reykjavík is one of the best places on Earth to view the Northern Lights. There's no better way to experience this natural phenomenon than on a boat.
Highlights
- Comfortable, stable boat equipped for Northern Lights viewing
- Admire the twinkling lights of Reykjavík from the water
- If the aurora appears, enjoy a spectacular light show with the city skyline and mountains as a backdrop
Full description
Hunting the northern lights on the North Atlantic ocean is an amazing experience. Sailing away from the coastline of Reykjavik and seeing the Aurora Borealis out on the ocean with beautiful mountains and the city in the background is something to remember.
The tour takes place in wild nature, sightings cannot be predicted or guaranteed. If there are no sightings on the tour, we do not offer refunds but instead, we offer our passengers a free return to join our tour depending on availability or receive a voucher valid for up to three years
The tour takes place in wild nature, sightings cannot be predicted or guaranteed. If there are no sightings on the tour, we do not offer refunds but instead, we offer our passengers a free return to join our tour depending on availability or receive a voucher valid for up to three years
Included / Excluded
- Duration 1.5 - 2.5 hours
- Professional guides
- Warm blankets
- Pickup is available for an extra charge
- Tip or gratuity
Operating hours
April 13, 2025 - April 13, 2026
- Sunday10:00 PM
- Monday10:00 PM
- Tuesday10:00 PM
- Wednesday10:00 PM
- Thursday10:00 PM
- Friday10:00 PM
- Saturday10:00 PM
Important information
Know before you book
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event
Know before you go
- Please check-in at the Old Harbour House at Aegisgardur 2, 101 Reykjavík 30 minutes before departure.
- The tour takes about 1.5-2.5 hours depending on how early/late the lights might appear.
- If you added pick-up service to your tour the car will be there 45 minutes before departure
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts
Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Reviews
GetYourGuide traveler
Jun 20263.0
...i did not get water as ordered.the driver was a very good fellow but nt a guide
GetYourGuide traveler
Jun 20263.0
Guide was very knowledgeable and friendly.
Diane
Jun 20265.0
Excellent! Our guide was wonderful and kept the pace appropriate for my husband who has mobility issues. Although we didn’t see many cats, we learned a lot of interesting things about the city.