Reykjavik Northern Lights Boat Tour With Sighting Guarantee
by Elding Whale Watching
Overview
This Northern Lights cruise departs from downtown Reykjavik and lasts about two hours. You board a boat equipped with Wi-Fi and warm, floatable overalls to stay comfortable during the Arctic night. The guide provides clear instructions and information throughout the cruise as you search for the Aurora Borealis. The operator guarantees a sighting or offers a free chance to try again on another night if the lights don’t appear. Hotel pickup and snacks are not included. The boat is partially accessible but has steep stairs and high thresholds that may limit entry to some indoor areas and restrooms. Wheelchair users may bring a lightweight chair on larger boats and should notify the operator in advance if assistance is needed. The tour may be canceled at short notice due to weather or conditions, with notification by phone or email.
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Itinerary
Northern Lights & City Cruise
This approximately 2-hour evening cruise searches for the Aurora Borealis as it appears in the night sky. The boat sails into Faxaflói Bay, offering views of Reykjavík’s lit skyline and landmarks including Harpa Concert Hall and Hallgrímskirkja church. Between October and December, the cruise passes the Imagine Peace Tower when it is illuminated. Passengers can watch from outdoor platforms or stay inside the heated indoor saloon, which has free Wi-Fi, toilets, and a café serving hot drinks and snacks. The crew shares information about the surroundings and the northern lights phenomenon. Warm overalls can be borrowed, but hats and gloves are recommended. Sightings of the northern lights are not guaranteed.
120 min
Meeting point
Meet us in the ELDING ticket office located at Ægisgarður 5c by the Old Harbour district in Reykjavík. Once at the pier, simply follow the red colour to find us! Be sure to arrive at least 15 min. before departure to ensure enough time to check in and to board the boat.
End point
Meet us in the ELDING ticket office located at Ægisgarður 5c by the Old Harbour district in Reykjavík. Once at the pier, simply follow the red colour to find us! Be sure to arrive at least 15 min. before departure to ensure enough time to check in and to board the boat.
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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