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Highlights
- Set sail on a 1.5 to 2.5-hour yacht cruise with triple observation decks, warm indoor seating, and panoramic views included.
- Witness the Northern Lights away from city lights, guided by local experts for the best aurora-spotting tips.
- Cozy up with provided warm blankets as you take in the Arctic sky from spacious decks or the indoor lounge.
- Free Wi-Fi and onboard restrooms ensure comfort and convenience throughout your cruise.
- Choose a Reykjavik hotel pickup and drop-off option for a more convenient start and end to your northern lights cruise.
Your Experience
Cruise from Reykjavik in search of the northern lights on a 1.5 to 2.5-hour yacht experience with indoor and outdoor viewing areas.
Getting started
Board your yacht at the designated harbor in Reykjavik and check in with the crew before departure. Your professional guides will give a short safety briefing and outline the plan for spotting the aurora. Settle into the warm indoor sitting area or step outside to get a feel for the open deck before you sail away from the city lights.
What to expect
Northern lights yacht cruise
Head out from Reykjavik into darker waters where conditions are better for seeing the northern lights. Guides keep an eye on the sky and share simple explanations of the aurora as you move between the indoor lounge, heated by a cozy atmosphere, and the open observation spaces.
Features
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Use the triple observation deck to change angles and watch the sky from different levels, giving you more chances to catch any aurora activity as it appears.
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Spend time in the warm indoor sitting area when the air gets colder, then step back outside quickly if the lights show up.
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Wrap yourself in warm blankets provided on board so you can stay out on deck longer without getting too cold.
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Stay connected with free Wi-Fi during the cruise if you want to share photos or check aurora forecasts in real time.
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Benefit from professional guides who monitor conditions and help you understand what you are seeing during the 1.5 to 2.5-hour cruise.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- 1.5 to 2.5-hour yacht cruise
- Hotel transfers (as per option sleected)
- Professional guides
- Access to triple observation deck
- Access to warm indoor sitting area onboard
- Warm blankets
- Free Wi-Fi
- Drinks and snacks (available for purchase)
This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.
Ticket Delivery
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
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