Northern Lights Yacht Cruise
Operated by Harpa Yachts
About this experience
On this approximately 1,5-2.5 hour tour we encounter many other interesting sights. We cruise along the beautiful coastline and enjoy the city lights from a different view!
When particles from the sun hit earth’s atmosphere it creates a bright light with colors fluctuating in hues of green to red to sometimes purple.
While our main goal in this tour is to see the Northern Lights we can enjoy the clean ocean breeze and gaze at the starry night sky while we wait.
We get to see Harpa Reykjavik Concert Hall & Conference Centre from another angle. Along the coastline we see the art sculpture Sun Voyager, a dream boat and an ode to the sun and the famous house Höfði, where the agreement to end the Cold War was signed in 1986.
Our experienced crew will keep an eye out for the Aurora Borealis activity to find the best route, while you enjoy the scenery from the vast darkness behind the small islands in Faxa bay (Faxaflói). Among them is one of Iceland’s most famous Islands, Viðey where the Imagine Peace Tower by Yoko Ono’s lights up the night sky from October 9th – December 8th and few other days.
If it gets chilly you can wrap around you a warm blanket or purchase a hot beverage from our on board shop were we offer a selection of light refreshments. On board you will find information and educational multimedia about the Northern Lights.
In our tours we use two yachts, Harpa with interior refitted 2019 and Amelia, old style, but very nice interior. Both yachts have good outside areas to view the northern lights. Both Harpa and Amelia Rose are suitable for groups of all sizes.
Highlights
- Northern Lights
Places you may visit
What's included
- Luxury Yacht Cruise
- Smaller Groups - Fewer Passengers
- Bar & Café Onboard
- Panoramic view - Inside Seating Area
- 2-2,5 Hour Guided Tour
- Experienced Crew
- Free WIFI Onboard
- Warm Blankets
- Stable & Reliable Vessel
Good to know
- Camera ;)
- If you added pick-up service, we will pick you up 75–45 minutes before departure. This is the pick-up window. Traffic may cause small delays, but we’ll do our best to arrive within that time.
- Dress according to season and weather conditions
- Guarantee: The northern lights are natural phenomenon and can be very unpredictable. If we do not see the lights you are welcome to join us again free of charge.
Meeting point
Please check-in 30 minutes before departure at Old Harbour House
Ægisgarður 2, Reykjavík
Cancellation policy
For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given.
For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given*
*Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred.
Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io
Tour operator
Operated by
Harpa Yachts
Questions & answers
How long is the tour?
2 hours 30 minutes
Where does the tour start?
Please check-in 30 minutes before departure at Old Harbour House, Reykjavík
Is hotel pickup available?
Yes — hotel pickup is available as an optional add-on.
Is there a minimum age?
Participants must be at least 7 years old.
How large is the group?
Maximum 35 people per booking.
From
12,990 ISK
per person
Select a date
Cancellation policy
For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given. For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given* *Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred. Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io
Tour operator
Harpa Yachts
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