Reykjavík: Northern Lights Cruise Including Pickup
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Overview
Experience the magic of the Northern Lights and the glittering cityscape of Reykjavík from the sea - a unique winter adventure that sails whenever conditions allow.
What's included?
Pick up/drop off to your hotel/bus stop
Professional, English-speaking guide
2 hr. Northern Lights & City Cruise
Access to the Visitor Centre
Use of warm overalls are provided
Pictures taken by crew (if any)
Assistance with photography
Northern Lights guarantee (try again for free)
Bus fare are not included
Food & drinks excluded
What to expect?
This tour starts with a pickup at your hotel or nearby bus stop. Please make sure to put the correct information at checkout and be ready and waiting at the agreed upon pickup point at the allotted time.
Step aboard for a 1,5-2,5 hour evening cruise where nature and the city meet in a breathtaking light show. As we sail into Faxaflói bay, enjoy panoramic views of Reykjavík’s illuminated shoreline, including Harpa Concert Hall, Hallgrímskirkja, and the city’s sparkling skyline reflected in the water, before turning our gaze to the northern skies in search of the mesmerising Aurora Borealis.
When the Imagine Peace Tower is lit, we sail by to admire its powerful beam - a moment our guests especially enjoy. Then, as we leave the city behind, our attention turns to the northern skies in search of the mesmerising auroras dancing above the horizon.
Relax in our heated indoor saloon or step onto the open 360° viewing platform for uninterrupted views. Warm overalls are available to borrow, and our onboard café serves hot drinks and snacks to keep you cosy throughout the journey.
Our experienced crew continuously monitor the weather and solar activity to maximise your chances of witnessing the lights, and we sail as long as conditions at sea are favourable. Whether it’s the natural wonder of the auroras, the glowing Imagine Peace Tower, or Reykjavík’s shimmering city lights, every evening offers its own kind of magic.
Join us for an enchanting blend of nature and city nightscapes, where Reykjavík’s charm meets the northern lights at sea.
After the tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel or nearby bus stop.
Please note
The northern lights are a natural phenomenon and unpredictable, so remember to bring patience and optimism with you. If the northern lights are not seen on your tour you will be given a complimentary ticket, which is valid for two years. Weather is a big factor for the northern lights cruises and we may have to cancel the tour.
This tour option includes pick up / drop off to your hotel or nearby bus stop. Please confirm your hotel no later than 48 hrs. before departure.
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Good to know
Meeting point Elding ticket office, Ægisgarður 5c, Reykjavík (if you do not need pick up)
Pick-up: please note your pick-up point when booking, or inform us at help@booknordics.com
What to bring
Wear sturdy footwear and warm clothing, including thermals, a hat, scarf, and gloves. If you plan on taking photographs, bring a tripod for better camera stability.
Travel notice
The northern lights are a natural phenomenon and unpredictable, so remember to bring patience and optimism with you. If the northern lights are not seen on your tour you will be given a complimentary ticket, which is valid for two years.
Weather is a big factor for the northern lights cruises and we may have to cancel the tour.
This tour option includes pick up / drop off to your hotel or nearby bus stop. Please confirm your hotel no later than 48 hrs. before departure.