Northern Lights Yacht Cruise in Reykjavik: Experience the Magnificent Aurora Borealis at Sea

Experience the magnificent Aurora Borealis at sea on a Northern Lights yacht cruise in Reykjavik. Join the Amelia Rose for a chance to witness this bewitching celestial phenomenon.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Old Harbour - Departing from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour, the ship embarks on a journey through the small islands of Faxaflói Bay and along Reykjavík’s coastline, offering a stunning view of the city while searching for marine wildlife.
    The most frequently observed creatures include minke and humpback whales, dolphins, and porpoises. There is also the…
What's Included
  • Panoramic views
  • On-board WiFi
  • Drinks and snacks are available for purchase
  • Professional guides
  • Spacious observation decks
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • On-board restrooms
Additional Information

The Northern Lights, or Aurora Borealis, is a mesmerizing celestial display that has enchanted many generations and stands as one of the most spectacular sights on our planet.
From the coastline of Reykjavík, in North Atlantic Ocean, one can have one of the most spectacular views of this breathtaking spectacle.
An unmatched way to experience this sight…

Location
Old Harbour House | Food, Drinks & Tours
Ægisgarður
We are located at the Reykjavík Old Harbour close to the city's center. It is the main port of departure for whale watching and northern lights tours. *Please arrive at the meeting point 30 MINUTES BEFORE DEPARTURE.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Gina_c
Apr 10, 2025
Worth the cold! - Since the weather is always changing our tour got postponed a few nights. The operator was excellent in communicating the change of plans and we were able to rebook once the weather cleared up. The staff was pleasant and knowledgeable giving tips for taking photos and directing us where to look. It was a very peaceful end to the trip and would absolutely recommend. For those who get seasick, the bay was calm and the ride was very smooth. And we got to see the most amazing display of the lights over the city.
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Laurene_k
Mar 29, 2025
Good and Warm - The guide gave a very detailed introduction to the Northern Lights and informed everyone when they appeared. They also taught us how to capture them in photos. It was an amazing experience! The inside of the boat was also very warm, which I really liked.
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Kersee
Mar 25, 2025
Great quick night on the ocean - Great info, perfect amount of time, cozy/comfortable boat with plenty of room. The captain (?) was informative and engaging. The lights weren’t actually visible with the naked eye that night but he talked us through using our phones to capture the lights.
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Chelsea_l
Mar 14, 2025
Beautiful experience - We got to see the lights and was very nice being able to sit inside & warm while we waited for the crew yo tell us when it was visible.
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Anita_g
Mar 9, 2025
Trip of a lifetime - It was truly a dream come true, helpful guides, smooth water, amazing magical light display. Grateful
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Jared_l
Feb 19, 2025
Great experience, saw the... - Great experience, saw the northern lights inside the cabin and outside, spacious, good friendly staff
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Jemilv
Mar 2, 2025
Great Trip! - This tour was well-organised and I would recommend it. We did see the Northern Lights but they were quite faint and not really visible with the naked eye so the tour company offered everyone a trip on another day which we thought was a nice touch. We didn't take them on their offer as (i) we did see the lights and (ii) not really fair on them as they can't control a natural phenomenon. We sat on the top deck and yes it was freezing so do wear your thermals! Below deck it was warm and there was a bar.
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Stephanie_w
Apr 20, 2025
Overdue Review - Wasted money, wasted time. Tried this tour Christmas week 2024. I get the feeling they don’t take the boat out far enough so that folks keep paying for more attempts. Both nights we attempted, they anchored the boat at a distance where you could clearly see the city and the skyline lights. How could that area possibly be dark enough for the NL?? Lame. Plus, the check-in spot (before boarding) is buried in a barely marked restaurant/bar. Weird setup.
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Michael_m
Mar 16, 2025
Disappointing. I... - Disappointing. I expected yacht to go further away from the harbor and away from the city lights. This was not worth it.
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Lorraine_h
Apr 6, 2025
Northern lights cruise - Booking was rescheduled to April 6th and transportation never showed up at the hotel. We waited for 1 hour
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From $94
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).