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Northern Lights by Boat from Reykjavik
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Northern Lights by Boat from Reykjavik

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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.

Tour type
Day Tour / Activity
Duration
2 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Pickup service
No
Pickup time
45 min before
Booking in advance
2 days
Availability
September, October
Minimum age
No age limit

The experience

About this tour

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.

  • Couples
  • Outdoor
  • Indoor
  • Romantic
  • Group Friendly
  • Family Friendly

Itinerary

How it runs

4 stops

  1. 01

    Meet at the Harbor

    Ægisgarður 2, 101 Reykjavík

    • Arrive at Reykjavík’s Old Harbour 30 minutes before departure.
    • Check in, meet your expert guide, and receive a short safety briefing.
  2. 02

    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.
  3. 03

    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.
  4. 04

    Return to the Harbor

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

What the price covers

Included
Duration 1.5 - 2.5 HoursDouble Observation Deck
Professional GuidesWarm Blankets
Free Wi-fiDrinks And Snacks Available For Purchase
Restroom On BoardPickup Is Available For An Extra Charge
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.
Ticket types
  • Adults (16 - 99)
  • Youth (6 - 15)
  • Children Free (0 - 5)

Where it starts

Meeting
Meet on location
Pickup
No
Be ready
45 min before departure
Location code
Reykjavík (RVK, IS)

Good to know

Type
Day Tour / Activity
Season
September, October
Requests confirmed within
2 days
Details updated
8 Sep 2026