Northern Lights by Boat
Operated by Special Tours
Booking is handled by Special Tours — 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
- Hot drinks provided
- Warm overalls provided
- Zero light pollution on the water
About this tour
The original Reykjavík northern-lights-by-boat experience. Sail from the Old Harbour away from city lights for an unobstructed view.
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2–3 hrs
- Departs from
- Reykjavík · Old Harbour, Reykjavík
- Hotel pickup
- Not included
- Transport
- Boat
- Group size
- Max 150
- Season
- September – March
- Tour type
- Boat Tour
Features
What's included
- Warm overalls
- Hot drinks
- Expert guide
Not included
- Hotel pickup
- Photos
If the aurora does not show
Free retry if no aurora seen. Check operator for validity window.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before sailing.
About Special Tours
Direct Operator · Operates in Reykjavík
Original northern-lights-by-boat product. Uses Bokun with agent extranet (special.bokun.io). Partner tours page. Vakinn Gold certified. On GYG.
Visit Special Tours ↗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: S14
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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.