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Northern Lights by Boat

Seeing the Northern Lights at sea is an amazing experience; sailing away from the coastline of Reykjavík and seeing the auroras on the North-Atlantic with the city lights in the background is something you won't forget!

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Green aurora bands streaming above a dark bay, with town lights on the shore and a boat’s light trail on the water

Discover Northern Lights by Boat

Our expert guide will help you to search for the lights while telling you all about the science, legends and myths that surround this amazing natural phenomenon. There is a speaker system on board so you are welcome to wait inside our cafeteria enjoying a warm drink or watching our own Northern Lights video. When the guide sees the lights, they will announce it on the speaker system so everyone knows to head outside and look up!

Our friendly crew takes photos on every tour that are available to download in the following days at no extra charge. They are also happy to assist with camera settings to give you the best chance of capturing the auroras.

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Iceland has no shortage of incredible landscapes, natural wonders, and unforgettable adventures.     Here are a few of our favourite ways to explore beyond the capital.

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Northern Lights Small Group Tour with Hot Cocoa & Free Photos

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Laugarás Lagoon – The Hidden Gem of the Golden Circle

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South Coast day tour in a small group

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Private Photo Tour with Gunnar

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Aerial view of the Blue Lagoon’s milky blue pools winding through black lava fields at sunset

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