Description
This flexible Reykjavík combination pairs a classic wildlife cruise with an atmospheric aurora voyage. The two experiences may be enjoyed on the same day or on separate dates, giving you an easy way to fit both sea adventures around the rest of your Iceland plans.
By daylight, the boat explores Faxaflói Bay for minke and humpback whales, dolphins, porpoises and seabirds. After dark, city lights fade behind the vessel while the crew follows the clearest available sky and shares stories about the aurora.
Warm overalls, indoor seating, Wi-Fi and an onboard café help keep both sailings comfortable, while the shifting sea, mountains and Reykjavík skyline make the journeys rewarding even between wildlife and aurora moments.
Itinerary
Old Harbour check-in
Two adventures from central Reykjavík
Check in at the ticket office on Geirsgata and confirm the timing of both included sailings. The combination can be arranged for one full day or divided across separate dates. The experience adds another vivid perspective to a day shaped by Icelandic wildlife, open water and extraordinary northern scenery.
Faxaflói Bay
Daytime whale watching
Sail beyond Reykjavík into the broad bay where the crew searches for whales, dolphins, porpoises and seabirds against a beautiful backdrop of mountains and open North Atlantic water. There is time to enjoy the atmosphere, listen to the guide and capture the changing light across the sea before the journey continues.
Time ashore
Explore Reykjavík between sailings
Return to the Old Harbour with time to enjoy the city before the evening departure. The exact gap depends on the schedule selected for your booking and chosen travel dates. The experience adds another vivid perspective to a day shaped by Icelandic wildlife, open water and extraordinary northern scenery.
Evening departure
Leave the city lights behind
Step aboard again as Reykjavík glows along the coastline and the vessel heads towards darker water, with the crew reading cloud cover and aurora forecasts to choose the most promising direction. The experience adds another vivid perspective to a day shaped by Icelandic wildlife, open water and extraordinary northern scenery.
Aurora search at sea
Northern Lights above the bay
Watch the northern sky from open viewing decks while warm indoor areas remain close by. If the aurora appears, its reflection across the water creates an especially beautiful perspective. There is time to enjoy the atmosphere, listen to the guide and capture the changing light across the sea before the journey continues.
Return to the Old Harbour
A glowing Reykjavík finale
Sail back towards the illuminated harbour after two distinctly Icelandic experiences, carrying wildlife memories from the day and the atmosphere of the night sky home with you. The experience adds another vivid perspective to a day shaped by Icelandic wildlife, open water and extraordinary northern scenery.
What is included
- Whale watching cruise
- Northern Lights boat tour
- Warm flotation overalls
- Guided commentary on both sailings
- Indoor seating, café access and Wi-Fi
- Current retry terms shown with the selected booking
What do I need to bring
- Warm layered clothing
- Waterproof and windproof outerwear
- Flat, non-slip footwear
- Camera or phone
- Hat and gloves outside the warmest summer days
Good to know
Meeting point: Whale watching ticket office, Geirsgata 11, 101 Reykjavík. Arrive at least 15 minutes before each departure.
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- The two tours may be taken on the same day or on separate available dates.
- Whales and Northern Lights are natural phenomena and cannot be guaranteed.
- Review both departure times carefully when completing the booking.
Highlights
- Whale watching in Faxaflói Bay
- Northern Lights search from the sea
- Reykjavík skyline by day and night
- Flexible two-tour combination
- Warm indoor and outdoor viewing areas
Whale Watching and Northern Lights – Frequently Asked Questions
The experience combines its featured daytime or activity element with an evening Aurora search. Check the live itinerary and booking details for the exact timing, inclusions and any break between activities.
It gives you a fuller Icelandic day by pairing a distinctive landscape or activity experience with time away from city lights later in the evening.
The guide follows cloud cover and local conditions, then chooses the most promising safe and accessible viewing area. The Aurora route can change during the night.
Dress in warm, weatherproof layers with sturdy footwear, gloves and a hat. Bring water, any personal essentials and a fully charged camera or phone for the evening portion.
Conditions can shape both the route and the timing of outdoor stops. The guide makes practical adjustments to protect the experience and follow current safety guidance.
Your selected option, meeting or collection details and the operator's current policies are shown in the live booking flow and on the voucher after booking.
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