Board at Reykjavík’s Old Harbour for a two-hour Aurora hunt across Faxaflói Bay. Expect sweeping views, a chance to spot whales, and cold, clear nights ideal for northern lights photography.
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The boat slips away from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour, city lights shrinking behind you while the cold Atlantic air sharpens every sense. On deck, the water dares you to look away — waves skimming past observation rails, mountains like dark teeth on the horizon, and overhead a black sky waiting to pull ribbons of green across it.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal fitness required; you should be able to stand and move on deck for the duration and handle stairs.
Wildlife
History
Reykjavík’s Old Harbour evolved from a 19th-century fishing hub into a modern departure point for sea tours; Faxaflói Bay has long been central to settlement and marine travel in southwest Iceland.
Conservation
Follow guidelines for responsible wildlife watching, avoid flashing lights at animals, and keep garbage secured — minimizing disturbance helps protect fragile marine life and preserve dark skies.
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Dress in thermal layers
Windproof outer layers and insulated midlayers keep long nights bearable; bring a hat and gloves.
Prepare for seasickness
If you get motion sick, take medication before boarding and choose a spot mid-ship where motion is least felt.
Bring a compact tripod and charged batteries
Cold drains batteries fast; a small tripod stabilizes long-exposure aurora shots from the observation deck.
Arrive 30 minutes early to check in
Check-in is at Ægisgarður 5b in the Old Harbour — allow time for tickets, coat checks, and finding the boarding gangway.
Insulated, windproof jacket
Blocks ocean wind and retains heat during long nights on deck.
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Sturdy, non-slip boots
Keeps footing secure on wet decks and in icy harbor areas.
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Compact tripod
Stabilizes your camera for long-exposure aurora photos from the deck.
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Motion-sickness medication
Prevents nausea if the bay is choppy; take before embarkation.