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10 Tours Reviewed
New Year’s lights feel different from the sea. This Reykjavík cruise mixes a Northern Lights search along the coastline with a front-row view of the city’s midnight fireworks from offshore. I like that it keeps things simple and festive: a…
Reykjavik’s aurora night feels more controlled on a yacht. I like that you’re not just standing around in the cold—this cruise gives you warm indoor space plus an outdoor viewing deck as the sky changes. I also love the way…
Whale spotting gets real on working sails. This 3-hour Húsavík cruise takes you out on a traditional oak schooner from the Húsavík harbour, with guides scanning the bay and explaining what you’re seeing as you go. You also get light…
Reykjavík looks different from the water. This 2.5-hour evening yacht cruise takes you away from city glow and out into Faxaflói Bay for a shot at the Aurora Borealis, with stops and views of landmarks like Harpa Concert Hall and…
The Arctic sky is the star here. This Northern Lights yacht cruise turns the classic hunt for the aurora into a ride—you’re on the water, scanning the sky and the sea with a crew that also knows how to help…
Whales in Reykjavik feel unreal. This 3-hour yacht cruise from the Old Harbor targets whales and dolphins in Faxafloi Bay, with guides who explain what you’re seeing (some departures shine thanks to guides like Lucky). I love the observation deck…
Whales off Reykjavik can feel unreal. This 3-hour yacht cruise takes you out from the Old Harbour and keeps you hunting through Faxaflói Bay and past the islands near Reykjavik. You’ll scan for Iceland’s stars like humpback and minke whales,…
Faxafloi Bay feels closer than you think. This 3-hour Reykjavik whale and dolphin yacht cruise from the Old Harbor gives you real ocean access, with wide views from the observation deck and an onboard guide focused on marine life. I…
Northern lights look better when you leave the city glow. This 2-hour Reykjavik yacht cruise is built for chasing aurora color—while you stay warm enough to actually enjoy the waiting game. I love the three panoramic decks, which means you’re…
Three decks. One big whale hunt. This Reykjavík cruise takes you on the Amelia Rose yacht out from Reykjavík Old Harbor toward Faxaflói Bay and the coast, with sweeping views from three panoramic decks. It’s built for comfort, with lounge…
