Experience an unforgettable Northern Lights and whale watching combo tour from Reykjavík Harbour, Iceland. Search for humpback whales, minke
A humpback whale appears above the North Atlantic Ocean during a whale watching trip from Reykjavík, Iceland, offering amazing wildlife enco
Guests enjoying the Aurora Borealis from a boat tour near Reykjavík, Iceland, surrounded by beautiful green Northern Lights over the ocean.
A humpback whale shows its tail before a deep dive during a whale watching experience from Reykjavík Harbour in Faxaflói Bay.
Green Aurora Borealis lights dancing above the coastline during a Northern Lights boat tour from Reykjavík, Iceland.
Whale fluke rising above the ocean during a Reykjavík whale watching tour, where visitors may spot humpback whales, minke whales, dolphins a
Beautiful Northern Lights glowing across the Icelandic night sky during a scenic boat tour from Reykjavík Harbour.
A humpback whale lifts its impressive tail before diving into the North Atlantic Ocean during a whale watching tour near Reykjavík.
Bright green Northern Lights appearing over the ocean during a peaceful evening boat tour from Reykjavík, Iceland.
Whale surfacing and creating a splash during a Reykjavík whale watching tour, with opportunities to see humpback whales, minke whales and do
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Whale Watching & Northern lights Combo Cruise from Reykjavik

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Reykjavík, Iceland
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About this activity

Combine two of Iceland's most iconic natural spectacles in a single day: a morning whale-watching expedition into Faxaflói Bay followed by an evening Northern Lights hunt from the sea. This 6-hour combo maximises your chances of spotting Arctic wildlife and the aurora borealis without repeating the Reykjavik departure.

Whale Watching tour starts at 9am / 1pm and will last for 3-3,5 hours.

We sail into Faxaflói bay in search of Minke and Humpback whales, Dolphins, Harbour porpoises and Killer whales. On this tour you will also experience the spectacular views of the mountains and islands around Reykjavik as well as the wonderful bird life. On board we have warm overalls, heated spacious indoor cabins, a nice bar and free WiFi. After that you’ll have time ashore to get yourself ready for the Northern Lights frenzy.

The second part starts at 9pm / 10pm and lasts 2-3 hours. Experience the Northern Lights Like Never Before. You would like to head out on an adventure that will leave you feeling breathless, and we want to give you the opportunity to do just that. We would like to take you on an experience that you will remember forever, guiding you on a Northern Lights tour by sea in Iceland.

It’s a unique experience to see the Northern lights from sea. You can relax in a nice atmosphere in our warm overalls and enjoy snacks and refreshments available on board. Magnify your experience with a combo tour!

NOTE: You should schedule to be at our departure point at least 30 minutes before scheduled departure.

Please be aware that due to environmental reasons during certain times of the year our trips may be delivered on a shared boat with one of our partners. At Reykjavik Sailors, we are committed to ensuring the environment is kept pristine by making sure fewer boats are on the water.

Please note: Whale Watching and Northern Lights are natural activity governed by the laws of the weather. If the trip is cancelled due to bad weather, the Combo ticket is refunded, if following tour was not joined before or you can change your reservation to next available day.

If any tour (part of combo) is cancelled on our behalf but purchased ticket was used for one of the tours, full price for the following admission will be charged and difference in prices will be refunded.

Please, check our DAILY DIARY before you come for the tour. All the important daily information of all our tours will be notified on our website.

If you don't see a whale or northern lights, you have the option to take the tour again for free.

Disclaimer for pick ups

Pick-ups must be booked with a minimum of one hour before the tour departure time, all pick-ups booked after that will be discarded.

Pickup service (round trip) fee applies to first boat tour (Combo tour round trip, must be chosen for which tour passengers would like to be picked up and after which tour to be dropped off). If due to lack of sightings tour is joined for free again, pickup service must be added and paid again.

Whale Watching Tours departure times :

January - December: 13:00

March - 15 November: 9:00 / 13:00

15 May - September: 9:00 / 13:00 / 17:00

The Whale Watching tour takes approx. 3-3.5 hours.

Whale Watching Express Tours departure times :

June - September: 10:00 / 14:00

The Whale Watching tour takes approx. 2-2.5 hours.

Provided with the faster boat so the time on the spotting area is the same, just sailing to that point and back to harbour is shorter.

Northern Lights Cruise departure times :

15th March - 15th April: 22:00

September: 22:00

October - 14th March: 21:00

The Northern Lights Cruise takes approx. 2-3 hours.

Highlights

  • ✓Search for Minke whales, Humpback whales, dolphins, harbour porpoises and killer whales in their natural habitat
  • ✓Panoramic views of Reykjavik's surrounding mountains and islands with prolific seabird activity
  • ✓Evening Northern Lights viewing from the open ocean for unobstructed sky exposure
  • ✓Heated indoor cabins, provided thermal overalls, onboard bar and complimentary WiFi
  • ✓Two separate sailing windows (morning 9am or 1pm; evening 9pm or 10pm) for flexible scheduling

Insider tips

  • ★Book the afternoon departure (1pm whale tour) if chasing the Northern Lights the same night — it avoids an early morning start and gives you more rest time between activities.
  • ★Bring a camera with manual settings and fast lens; the Northern Lights are best captured in lower light conditions, especially from sea where light pollution is minimal.
  • ★Wear warm layers under the provided overalls — the sea wind is significantly colder than on land, even if the cabin is heated.
  • ★Check aurora forecasts 2–3 days ahead; Northern Lights visibility depends on geomagnetic activity and cloud cover, not the tour operator.

Good to know

  • •Arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time at the Reykjavik departure point.
  • •Thermal overalls are provided; bring waterproof jacket, warm hat, and insulated gloves for additional comfort.
  • •During certain seasons, trips may operate on shared boats with partner operators to reduce environmental impact.
  • •Snacks and refreshments available for purchase onboard; free WiFi included.
  • •Cancellations may be necessary due to sea conditions or poor aurora activity — confirm your tour status the day before.

Who it's for

Aurora chasers and Northern Lights photographers planning to visit Iceland in winterWildlife enthusiasts wanting to see Arctic marine mammals and seabirds in one outingAdventure seekers wanting to experience Iceland's nature from an unconventional vantage point (the sea)Cruise passengers and short-break visitors with limited time wanting to maximise nature experiences

Best time to visit

Winter months (September–March) offer the longest nights and most frequent Northern Lights activity; whale season peaks May–October. The combo tour works best on clear, calm nights with geomagnetic activity forecast — book flexibility into your itinerary as conditions are unpredictable.

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