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Sky Lagoon Transfer
Transfer to the famous Sky Lagoon
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Chase the Northern Lights from a boat departing Reykjavík, sailing into the North Atlantic to escape city light pollution while your expert guide narrates the science and folklore behind the aurora borealis. This 2-hour voyage combines astronomy education, comfortable onboard amenities, and professional photography support to maximise your chance of witnessing this natural wonder.
Seeing the Northern Lights at sea is an amazing experience; sailing away from the coastline of Reykjavík and seeing the auroras on the North-Atlantic with the city lights in the background is something you won't forget!
Our expert guide will help you to search for the lights while telling you all about the science, legends and myths that surround this amazing natural phenomenon. There is a speaker system on board so you are welcome to wait inside our cafeteria enjoying a warm drink or watching our own Northern Lights video. When the guide sees the lights, they will announce it on the speaker system so everyone knows to head outside and look up!
Our friendly crew takes photos on every tour that are available to download in the following days at no extra charge. They are also happy to assist with camera settings to give you the best chance of capturing the auroras.
NEW
Special Tours Iceland app with 5 languages (English, German, French, Spanish and simplified Chinese) available for Android and Apple. It is available for all clients to download during their tour, with both text and audio information. The app will is as close to an audio guided wildlife adventure as possible
Highlights
- ✓View the aurora over open ocean with Reykjavík's glow on the horizon
- ✓Expert guide shares scientific explanations and Icelandic legends about the Northern Lights
- ✓Warm cafeteria below deck with hot beverages and live Northern Lights footage
- ✓Real-time speaker announcements when lights appear so you don't miss the show
- ✓Professional crew assists with camera settings and provides free downloaded photos
- ✓Multilingual app (English, German, French, Spanish, Simplified Chinese) with audio narration
Insider tips
- ★Layer your clothing even if you stay inside initially—the deck is where the magic happens, and thermal layers beat bulky coats
- ★Download the Special Tours Iceland app before boarding to learn aurora science during wait times and get the most from your guide's commentary
- ★Bring a tripod or camera with manual settings; crew will help optimise, but your own gear gives better results than phone photos
- ★Clear nights in winter (September–March) offer the best odds; check the aurora forecast 24 hours before and reschedule if conditions are poor
Good to know
- •Tour duration is 2 hours; total time from boarding to return is approximately 2.5–3 hours
- •Heated cafeteria indoors with seating and hot drinks available (pricing not specified)
- •Professional photos taken by crew are free to download via link within days after the tour
- •Tour operates year-round, but Northern Lights visibility is seasonal (best September–March)
- •Meet at the harbour in central Reykjavík; specific departure time confirmed at booking
Who it's for
First-time Northern Lights seekers wanting expert guidance and comfortPhotographers keen to capture the aurora with crew support and equipment adviceCouples and small groups seeking a romantic, educational night experienceTravellers with limited mobility who prefer a heated boat interior to hiking tours
Best time to visit
Book between September and March when dark nights and clear skies maximise aurora activity. Late evening (10 PM onwards) and early morning hours typically offer the best viewing conditions, though departures vary by season.
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