Reykjavík: Northern Lights Cruise & Aurora Exhibition

Start your magical evening by going to the Aurora Exhibition and learn all about the northern lights while getting insight and expert tips on how to photograph them. The walk-through will take about 45-60 min. so plan your visit ahead of time in connection with your Northern Lights Cruise later that night. 

When you've become an expert in all things aurora related, it is time to head to the harbour and step aboard the cruise vessel. You will be in the great hands of our enthusiastic team, who will tell you even more about the northern lights and help you further with your camera if needed. Keep in mind that our team will almost always also be photographing the lights as we sail along, for you to enjoy them in real time. You can request said photos via email the next day (if any taken).

Learn more about the exhibition and cruise:

Aurora Reykjavík exhibition: This ticket is flexible, meaning you can come down and stroll through the exhibition in your own time and therefore do not need to make a set reservation. Take a walk through northern lights mythology and science, learn the expert tips for the perfect Aurora hunt, and experience a unique collection of mesmerising Auroras in our cinema. There are interactive displays as well as a specially equipped ‘photo booth’ where you can learn how to adjust your camera’s settings should you want to try your hand at capturing the auroras yourself. 

The high point of your visit to the centre will certainly be our theatre where a continuously running HD film is playing throughout the day. Projected onto a 7 metre wide screen, you can sit back and enjoy this 20 minute film that features some of the most magnificent auroral displays seen over Iceland. The film is accompanied by soft music in surround-sound, making this a therapeutic and restful experience. You’ll feel like you have just come back from a blissful holiday! 

The knowledgeable and friendly staff are on hand to answer any questions you may have about the lights and about Northern Lights photography.

Northern Lights Cruise: Search for the Aurora Borealis on this Northern Lights & City Cruise, where Reykjavík’s shimmering skyline meets the wonders of the northern sky. The Northern Lights are best displayed under dark, clear skies, which are common from September until the end of April. Watching the lights shift in intensity, colour, and movement across the vast, starry space, with the gentle lull of the ocean beneath, is a truly unique experience.

The cruise commences at our ticket office by the Ægisgarður pier in Reykjavík’s Old Harbour, where you exchange your voucher for admission slips. As we set sail into Faxaflói bay, enjoy immaculate views of the city’s illuminated landmarks, including Harpa Concert Hall and Hallgrímskirkja church. When the Imagine Peace Tower is lit, we sail by to admire its radiant beam before turning our attention to the northern skies in search of the auroras.

Our open-air viewing decks provide the perfect platform for witnessing this dazzling spectacle, while the heated indoor lounge offers a comfortable space to warm up between sightings. Our expert guide will be on hand to answer questions and share fascinating insights as you enjoy Mother Nature’s light show and Reykjavík’s night-time glow. On board, you will find several outdoor platforms and a large indoor saloon, with an onboard café serving light refreshments and warm drinks - we recommend trying the Northern Lights punch!

Please note

The Aurora Exhibition part of the combo tour is FLEXIBLE, meaning you can go there at any time during your stay. We would however recommend that you go there 1-2 hrs. before your Northern Lights Cruise for the ultimate experience.

Please note that the cruise is subject to weather, conditions at sea and visibility in the area. Therefore we may need to cancel with short notice.