Northern Lights by Boat
Operated by Reykjavík Excursions
Booking is handled by Reykjavík Excursions — you will be taken to their site to pick a date and pay. We do not process payments or manage reservations.
Why choose this tour
- 2-year rebooking voucher if no aurora
- Hot drinks provided
- Warm overalls provided
- Zero light pollution on the water
About this tour
See the aurora from the water with zero light pollution. Sail from the Old Harbour with panoramic views of Reykjavík and Mt. Esja.
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2–3 hrs
- Departs from
- Reykjavík · Old Harbour, Reykjavík
- Hotel pickup
- Not included
- Transport
- Boat
- Group size
- Max 100
- Season
- September – March
- Tour type
- Boat Tour
Features
What's included
- Warm overalls
- Hot drinks
- Professional guide
- Free rebooking
Not included
- Hotel pickup
- Dinner
If the aurora does not show
Free rebooking for up to two years if no aurora seen.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
About Reykjavík Excursions
Direct Operator · Operates in Reykjavík, National
One of Iceland's largest tour operators. Offers 11+ northern lights products. Markets two-year rebook validity on core bus tour.
Visit Reykjavík Excursions ↗Before you book
Aurora sightings are weather-dependent and cannot be guaranteed by anyone. Routes are chosen on the night from the real-time forecast and cloud cover. Check the live conditions before your departure — and if tonight looks poor, a tour with a free retry costs you nothing to postpone.
Details last verified 2026-03-14 · Source: S4, S5
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Pick the right night
The free Aurora Iceland app scores 100+ viewing spots every 5 minutes and alerts you when conditions turn good — useful before your tour, and after it.