Iceland · Cruise & Sailing

Northern Lights by Boat from Reykjavik

2 Hours Round trip from Reykjavík Easy pace

Hunting the northern lights on the North Atlantic ocean is an amazing experience

Sail away from the coastline of Reykjavik and see the Aurora Borealis out on the ocean

Our comfortable vessels are ideal for spotting the Northern Lights

With beautiful mountains and the city in the background, it is something to remember

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Cruise from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour into the North Atlantic
02 Search for the Northern Lights away from city light pollution
03 Enjoy views of Reykjavík’s skyline and surrounding mountains from the water
04 Travel on a comfortable, stable boat with double observation decks
05 Stay warm on board with blankets and onboard restroom access
06 Learn from professional guides during the experience

Set out from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour for an unforgettable evening on the water in search of the Northern Lights. Leaving the city shoreline behind gives you a darker vantage point over the North Atlantic, with Reykjavík’s lights, surrounding mountains, and open sky creating a memorable setting for the experience.

On board, enjoy a comfortable boat ride with an expert guide as you watch for the aurora borealis. With warm blankets, observation decks, and onboard facilities, this is a scenic and atmospheric way to experience one of Iceland’s most iconic natural phenomena.

Leaving the city shoreline behind gives you a darker vantage point over the North Atlantic, with Reykjavík’s lights, surrounding mountains, and open sky creating a memorable setting for the experience.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Reykjavik

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Meet at the Harbor

Arrive at Reykjavík’s Old Harbour 30 minutes before departure.
Check in, meet your expert guide, and receive a short safety briefing.

Boarding & Departure

Step aboard a comfortable, stable boat equipped for Northern Lights viewing.
Sail out into the North Atlantic, leaving the city lights behind for a clearer view of the sky.

Searching for the Aurora Borealis

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.

Return to the Harbor

After 1.5–2 hours at sea, sail back to Reykjavík’s Old Harbour.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Reykjavík 1 city · 2 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Duration 1.5 - 2.5 hours
Double observation deck
Professional guides
Warm blankets
Free Wi-Fi
Drinks and snacks available for purchase
Restroom on board
Pickup is available for an extra charge

What's Not Included

Snacks
Hotel Pickup

Know before you go

Please note

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.

Weather is a big factor for the tour, we may have to cancel the tour due to unfavorable weather conditions.
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.

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