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The 9 Best Sailing Trips in Reykjavik

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Reykjavík: Whale Watching Cruise on the Amelia Rose Yacht

Reykjavík: Whale Watching Cruise on the Amelia Rose Yacht - Getting on board: Old Harbor House check-in without stress

1.Whale Watching Cruise on the Amelia Rose Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,911 reviews · 3 hours · from $107Our pick

Cruise off Reykjavik on the Amelia Rose yacht to look for humpback whales, dolphins, and more from three panoramic decks.

“We had sightings, but the guide could not always be heard very well, had to ask a couple of ti.es to turn the volume up. other than that, a great tour”

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Reykjavik: Northern Lights Yacht Tour

Reykjavik: Northern Lights Yacht Tour - Sailing away from Reykjavík glow into Faxafloi Bay

2.Northern Lights Yacht Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,253 reviews · 2 hours · from $93Best value

Reykjavik’s Northern Lights Yacht Tour is a 2-hour, three-deck cruise from Old Harbor for warm blankets, Wi-Fi, and aurora odds.

“low level red lighting would help on the lower deck as I couldn't see much down there but I also appreciate the need to have it dark for the purposes of the trip. the guide and other staff were great, they helped to take photos of me and my son when the aurora showed up and kept everyones spirits high as it wasnt till the way back thatchers saw them and we thought we might not get the chance.”

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Reykjavik: Whale Watching and Dolphin Watching Yacht Cruise

Reykjavik: Whale Watching and Dolphin Watching Yacht Cruise - MY Harpa vs MY Amelia Rose, and how boat size changes the experience

3.Whale Watching and Dolphin Watching Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 707 reviews · 3 hours · from $106

A 3-hour yacht cruise from Reykjavik to Faxafloi Bay for whales, dolphins, and summer puffins, with warm blankets and Wi-Fi.

“We want to thank Rebecca, our tour guide, for a wonderful trip full of great information! We saw lots of dolphins, some humpback whales and a couple of puffins. The only thing is that it wasn’t clear where the meeting point was, we were an hour early but almost missed the boat because we were waiting at the wrong spot.”

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Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik

Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik - Harpa and the islands: the cruise becomes more than whale hunting

4.Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 684 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $102

3-hour Reykjavik yacht whale watching in Faxaflói Bay, with expert spotting, landmark views, and a free return cruise if no whales.

“We saw the whales dive multiple times and tried a fel local drinks onboard. Very comfortable journey. We trultly enjoyed. Thank you”

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Whale Watching & Dolphin Yacht Cruise

Whale Watching & Dolphin Yacht Cruise - What You Might Spot in Faxafloi Bay: Whales, Dolphins, and Puffins

5.Whale Watching & Dolphin Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 488 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $108

3-hour whale and dolphin yacht cruise from Reykjavik’s Old Harbor with onboard wildlife guidance, warm blankets, and Wi-Fi photo sharing.

“Fantastic trip, crew were very friendly and welcoming. We saw whales up close and it's a memory that'll stay with us forever”

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Northern Lights Yacht Cruise in Reykjavik

Northern Lights Yacht Cruise in Reykjavik - Lights, Clouds, and That Free Return Ticket

6.Northern Lights Yacht Cruise in Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 428 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $94

A 2-hour Reykjavik Northern Lights yacht cruise with warm cabins, onboard Wi-Fi for live photos, whale chances, and a free return if skies fail.

“Very friendly and helpful guides on the boat, we were lucky enough to experience the beauty of the northern lights on our tour, amazing! The yacht was lovely, warm and cosy inside with a spacious viewing deck. Definitely recommend.”

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Reykjavik: Northern Lights Motor Yacht Cruise

Reykjavik: Northern Lights Motor Yacht Cruise - What you see on the route, Reykjavík coastline to Faxaflói Bay

7.Northern Lights Motor Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 133 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $99

Chase the aurora from Reykjavík Old Harbor on a warm motor yacht. See Harpa and Faxaflói Bay. Blankets included. 2.5 hours.

“The trip was great especially as we got to see the northern lights. The yacht is comfy with drinks available the only reason i didn’t score this excellent is because whilst we were notified when you left and as we arrived back there wasn’t much by way of commentary regarding the northern lights, what causes them etc especially for those people that might not have known. It’s minor but it’s sometimes the little things…”

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Northern Lights Yacht Cruise

Northern Lights Yacht Cruise - Videy Island and the Imagine Peace Tower: calm time off the coast

8.Northern Lights Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 35 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $100

A warm Northern Lights yacht cruise from Reykjavik’s harbor with onboard bar, Wi-Fi, and guide help for spotting and filming the aurora.

“It's was okay. A lovely boat and friendly staff however near the city where there was a lot of light. We have had other northern lights tours which were much better because the guides chase the clear sky.”

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Reykjavík: New Year’s Eve Northern Lights Yacht Cruise

Reykjavík: New Year's Eve Northern Lights Yacht Cruise - Videy Island and the Imagine Peace monument on the route

9.New Year’s Eve Northern Lights Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $140

Reykjavik New Year’s Eve Northern Lights yacht cruise with a champagne toast at midnight, aurora spotting along the coast, and fireworks from the sea.

“Fireworks & random whale sighting was exciting however staff were not trying hard to hunt for Northern lights on a clear sky even though we had lots of time prior to midnight champagne & fireworks. Staff were nice but engaging.”

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