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Sail away from Reykjavík’s lights to hunt the aurora on the North Atlantic. This 2½-hour cruise offers heated cabins, thermal overalls, free photos and a chance to rebook if clouds hide the lights.
Sail away from Reykjavík’s lights to hunt the aurora on the North Atlantic. This 2½-hour cruise offers heated cabins, thermal overalls, free photos and a chance to rebook if clouds hide the lights.
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Operated by Special Tours Iceland · Reykjavik, Capital Region
The boat slips away from Reykjavík’s old harbour and the city’s golden glow shrinks behind you. Cold air lifts off the North Atlantic, the deck hums with engines and quiet conversation, and the sky opens into an inky stage where green ribbons can appear without warning. On this 2½-hour outing you trade shoreline glare for dark horizons—mountain silhouettes and the occasional lighthouse frame the hunt for the aurora.
easy.
2–3 hours.
Minimal fitness required; participants should be able to stand and walk on wet, slightly rolling decks.
Sightings depend on clear skies and geomagnetic activity; operators monitor forecasts and offer a free rebooking ticket if no aurora is seen on your tour.
The vessel offers heated indoor seating and is marked wheelchair accessible, but moving on deck may involve steps—contact the operator ahead to arrange assistance.
If wind or sea conditions prevent sailing you’ll be offered a land-based coach aurora tour or the option to reschedule/refund depending on the supplier’s policy.
Yes—crew take photos during the tour which are typically available to download free of charge, and staff can assist with camera setups.
Reykjavík’s old harbour evolved from a working fishing quay into a transport and tourism hub; maritime trade shaped the city’s growth through the 19th and 20th centuries.
Operators follow strict waste and wildlife disturbance rules; minimize light use and avoid flash photography during wildlife encounters to reduce impact.
Special Tours Iceland operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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