Our most popular northern lights tours:
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Preview textSail into Faxaflói bay, where Reykjavík's glittering cityscape meets the Northern Lights. A unique winter adventure that sails whenever conditions allow, giving you the best possible chance to enjoy the auroras and city skyline in comfort.
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Preview textThis thrilling combo tour lets you witness two of Iceland’s greatest natural wonders - the majestic whales in their natural habitat and the ever enchanting northern lights dancing across the vast starry sky!Duration5:00 HoursSeason:Season start datetoSeason end date
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Preview text- NORTHERN LIGHTS CRUISE | 21:00
Tonight we are expecting an aurora activity of 2, S-E 3m/s and -2°C. The moon is Waning Crescent and 18% illuminated. Clear to partial cloud coverage are forecast in the area.
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Preview text- NORTHERN LIGHTS CRUISE | 21:00
The sky was clear and stars clearly visible. We waited and kept our eyes open for the northern lights, but they never appeared, so we offered complimentary tickets to our patient guests so everyone has another chance to try again another night.
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Preview text- NORTHERN LIGHTS CRUISE | 21:00
As soon as we left the harbour, we had seen our first northern lights! They were faint at first but soon enough, a huge arch was stretching from mt. Esja and out towards the open sea. It was incredible to watch them as they grew stronger!
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Preview textThe mesmerising Northern Lights is sight that will not be forgotten. It's simple; nothing says “Icelandic Winter” like the idea of hunting the Aurora Borealis.
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Preview textNorthern Lights Cruise including flexible Aurora Exhibition ticket - the perfect combination.
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Preview textEnjoy a 2 hr. Northern Lights Cruise from Reykjavík and a FlyOver Iceland experience in one package!
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Preview textThis Northern lights tour takes you out of Reykjavik city to the best places to see Northern lights swirling across the night sky in their fantastic shapes and colours.
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Preview textEnjoy a beautiful evening capturing the Northern Lights with a professional photographer guide. This is a small group bus tour of maximum 18 people!
Duration4 hrs.Season:Season start datetoSeason end date
Discover everything you need to know about our Northern Lights Cruise, from what to expect onboard to tips for preparing and maximising your chances of seeing the aurora, this guide covers it all. Learn why a cruise offers a unique vantage point, how we monitor conditions for the best experience, and what makes this adventure so special. Perfect for both aurora enthusiasts and first timers alike!
Few natural phenomena are as mesmerising as the aurora borealis. These shifting curtains of colour sweep across the polar skies, painting them in hues of green, pink, and violet. While their appearance may seem unpredictable, scientists have developed ways to understand when and where they might occur and by studying the activity levels, we can estimate the likelihood of seeing them.
In Iceland, the Northern Lights are most commonly visible from September to mid-April, painting the night sky with dynamic shapes and vibrant colours under dark, cloudless nights. Explore this FAQ list to uncover everything you need to know about this breathtaking natural phenomenon!