Northern Lights by Boat with a Backup Plan from Reykjavik
Overview
Sail from Reykjavík's Old Harbour for an evening chasing the beautiful northern lights. Your expert guide will tell you all about the science behind the lights, share stories & legends and answer all of your questions about this fantastic natural phenomenon.
Northern Lights are dependent on correct weather conditions, so whenever the forecast does not look good we have an alternative activity planned for you! Join us at the Whales of Iceland Exhibition where you will join a guided tour, watch a northern lights video, enjoy a welcome drink and have a Q&A session with your guide. This alternative option always begins at 21:00.
Please note that it's never guaranteed the lights will appear on the tour. If you don't see them, you will receive a ticket to try again. Once you join the boat tour, your ticket has been fully utilized and cannot be used to enter the exhibition.
Please note that this tour is non-refundable, as an adventure is guaranteed regardless of weather conditions.
What's Included
- As part of the back-up plan, a short Northern Lights photography workshop at Whales of Iceland
- Pictures taken on every boat tour, available to download free of charge
- Guaranteed alternative activity if the weather is not suitable for northern lights
- Use of warm overalls, free wi-fi, restrooms & snack bar on board the Northern Lights boat tour
- Free ticket to join the boat tour on the next available date if conditions are not suitable to sail
- Alternative activity: entry, Northern Lights drink, short film & guided tour of Whales of Iceland
- Snacks Food and drink is not included but can be purchased on board
- Hotel transfers are not included but can be added for an additional cost directly with supplier.
Meeting Location
Geirsgata 11
101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 198 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
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Activity code: C-5477P20
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- As part of the back-up plan, a short Northern Lights photography workshop at Whales of Iceland.
- Pictures taken on every boat tour, available to download free of charge.
- Guaranteed alternative activity if the weather is not suitable for northern lights.
- Use of warm overalls, free wi-fi, restrooms & snack bar on board the Northern Lights boat tour.
- Free ticket to join the boat tour on the next available date if conditions are not suitable to sail.
- Alternative activity: entry, Northern Lights drink, short film & guided tour of Whales of Iceland.
- Snacks. Food and drink is not included but can be purchased on board.
- Hotel transfers are not included but can be added for an additional cost directly with supplier.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Northern Lights by Boat with a Backup Plan from Reykjavik is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Northern Lights by Boat with a Backup Plan from Reykjavik will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- As part of the back-up plan, a short Northern Lights photography workshop at Whales of Iceland
- Pictures taken on every boat tour, available to download free of charge
- Guaranteed alternative activity if the weather is not suitable for northern lights
- Use of warm overalls, free wi-fi, restrooms & snack bar on board the Northern Lights boat tour
- Free ticket to join the boat tour on the next available date if conditions are not suitable to sail
- Alternative activity: entry, Northern Lights drink, short film & guided tour of Whales of Iceland
- SnacksFood and drink is not included but can be purchased on board
- Hotel transfers are not included but can be added for an additional cost directly with supplier.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 198 travelers
