You can book specialised northern lights holidays to alaska, norway, iceland, canada, finland and sweden or if you happen to be visiting at the right time of year, you can book a northern lights tour while you are there. Enjoy the silence and tranquility of iceland on this 7day trip that offers you the opportunity to admire the famous and incredible northern lights and unique whale watching. Our trips to iceland enable you to explore the stunning volcanic landscape by day and. There is never a guarantee of spotting the northern lights, but northern lights forecast by vedur. Explore rural iceland at this remote lodge in the highlands. Dont get caught out in the cold when travelling to iceland prepare your visit with our handy travel guide resources that cover everything from visas to weather and seasons, how best to see the northern lights and where best to visit plus plenty more tips. Package includes return flights and three nights at the northern light inn next to the blue lagoon. Sun breaks in the footsteps of the astronauts and iceland whale and volcano. Short tour enjoy the unspoiled nature and wildlife of iceland on a brand new and fast whale watching boat, one of its kind in iceland.
Enjoy the wondrous winter scenery, majestic northern lights, idyllic ice cave, the glorious glacier lagoon and the classic golden circle. Iceland, being so close to the arctic circle, has a great northern lights viewing success rate. Iceland excursions northern lights, blue lagoon, whale. Northern lights, whales, and adventures on land and sea this is a fantastic way to experience iceland. Our northern lights holidays in iceland offer a unique experience. Dont miss your chance to spot iceland s marine giants off the coast of dalvik, one of the worlds best places for whale watching. This 7 nights and 7 tours iceland holiday includes the northern lights tour twice during the week so you get the best chance of seeing the t from. Such holidays and tours use knowledgeable local guides who take you to locations where the skies are clear and free from. Northern lights and whales in iceland with nordic saga tours. The northern lights are spectacular and iceland is the ideal place to search for this natural phenomenon. Enjoy guided excursions including volcano tours, glacier hikes, ice climbing, super jeep tours and skiing during your stay at this comfortable remote iceland lodge while on your south iceland tour. Iceland northern lights holidays see the northern lights. This northern lights city break holiday offer includes return flights to iceland with 3 nights accommodation and northern lights hunt evening excursion. Seeing the northern lights in iceland travel guide.
Its also one of the most accessible places to encounter them. Reykjavik is the capital of iceland, and a fascinating destination thats perfect if you love the great outdoors. Great possibility to see northern lights and whales on this special onceayear combination of iceland land tour and iceland fjord cruise where you can get to know the land of fire and ice both on land and at sea. The northern lights are a natural phenomenon and can occur throughout the year in iceland. Northern lights hunting included on the north coast of norway whale watching season is at its height through the winter, making it a fantastic time to explore the seas, while the remote location and long nights make it the perfect destination for hunting the aurora borealis. Iceland is surrounded by the cool blue tones of the northern atlantic ocean. Book your atol protected iceland 202021 holiday today. On the water, the ocean diamond will provide you with a comfortable base for your voyage. Explore the landscapes of south and west iceland on this winter flydrive adventure. Discover the wonders of north iceland and search for the northern lights on the edge of the arctic circle with this exciting icelandair holiday package. A short winter break specifically focused on seeing the northern lights staying right by the famous blue lagoon.
Voyage through frozen landscapes and uncover the natural wonders of fire and ice. This area boasts many wonderful landscapes, but in addition to photographing these, we hope to photograph two of the countrys most iconic attractions. Search for the magical northern lights and enjoy the reykjavik skyline on a guided evening boat trip. Whale watching iceland city break iceland holidays. This deep body of water hosts a remarkable range of whale species. Begin your explorations with a 3day cruise with shore excursions and interesting lectures before an exciting bus tour along the northwest coast and back to reyjkavik. Northern lights and whale watching cruise in iceland. We also have a range of longer northern lights trips for those with more time to explore other areas. Back on land, you dont have to worry about driving, because there will be a comfy bus to transport you from one highlight to another. Iceland holidays specialises in iceland breaks, reykyavik holidays, northern lights iceland and blue lagoon iceland. Iceland northern lights tours from reykjavik extreme. Imbued with a magical aura, these mesmerizing dancing colors and shapes are featured in many ancient myths and folktales. Northern lights tours and holidays in iceland icelandair.
Once night falls, hop on a minibus from akureyri to join our aurora experts for the northern lights hunt. Visit iceland this autumn for less and experience the wild and rugged landscape that can only be found on the volcanic island nation. This northern lights and orca photography holiday is a small group trip, max 10 people, and it focusses on west icelands stunning snaefellsnes peninsula. These guides are experts, especially skilled at finding the best spots, and at making the most of the stay while you are waiting for the show. About northern lights tours in iceland hunting down the auroras alone can be a bit tricky, especially if you arent familiar with the landscape. Description of northern lights and whale watching cruise in iceland combine a whale watching cruise with a guided tour of some of icelands most magical landscapes on this sevenday small group tour.
Choose which days and in what order you wish to take the tours, then wrap up in the protection of provided coveralls and prepare to be amazed. Furthermore, relax and enjoy the warm and soothing waters of the. The northern lights appear in the magnetic polar regions of the north and south hemispheres and their colour can vary from white, green, pink and purple. The chance to see the northern lights at night both from the water and on land. Enjoy the knowledge and personal interaction with a local guide while visiting renowned natural. Driving conditions in winter can be hazardous, especially for people who arent used to driving in the snow, the fog, or on slippery roads. Experience the best of icelandic winter with dancing northern lights. Sightings are most likely in the evening hours from september to march.
Caused by the collision of energetic charged particles with atoms in the high altitude atmosphere, the result is a magical light show and onceinalifetime. As the vessel departs reykjavik old harbor, one of our highly trained tour guide will give an educational and interactive focus about the whales we may see, their behavior and some of the other marine life. Northern lights and whales watching tour in iceland with. Blue lagoon and northern lights departures on sale until april 2020 and sep dec 2020, subject to availability. The northern lights season in iceland is from september to midapril. Return airport transfers from reykjavik airport to city centre hotel and back again on departure day. Experience the best of iceland on an incredible whale watching and northern lights combo tour. Guests can enjoy adventures up volcanoes, whale watching and spectacular waterfalls, not to mention the wonderful culture and food. Such holidays and tours use knowledgeable local guides who take you to locations where the skies are clear and free from light pollution and coastal mists.
Join one of our northern lights tours in iceland to experience this majestic natural phenomenon for yourself. Northern lights aurora borealis in iceland, land of the sagas. A classic short break to iceland with two excursions included in the holiday package. So, whilst holidays such as our reykjavik, golden circle and northern lights inn, will show you the bright city lights, we will also take you well away from them in order to hunt the aurora. Northern lights and whales in iceland on your aurora trip. Whale watching andrea northern lights iceland aurora. Iceland northern lights tours from reykjavik extreme iceland. Pictures taken on every tour, available to download free of charge. Whilst whale watching has traditionally been a summer activity in iceland, the last 2 winters have proven that the incidence of sightings in the winter is very good too at about 70%, so now you can see whales and the northern lights at the same time.
Imagine if mother nature herself would shoot fireworks and lighten up the sky, a moment so beautiful it leaves you out of speech, almost out of breath. A holiday highlight is the opportunity to see beautifulyetdeadly killer. The northern lights explorer is a great guided tour that takes you to the west of iceland and the south, and all the way southeast to vatnajokull glacier. Look for whales in their natural environment off the coast of. The more activity the more likely it is that you will see the northern lights but that is not all. Positioned on the edge of the arctic circle, iceland is one of the best places on the planet to see the northern lights.
Auroras at whales of iceland is a northern lights themed visit to the spectacular whales of. Holidays in iceland promise an unforgettable adventure in the starkly. Enjoy the clear skies by simply looking upwards towards those dancing, flickering veils of light in green, white or red, or take a guided northern lights tour to excellent observation and photography locations. If you take an organized northern lights tour, you will be in the safe hands of a local tour guide. From late autumn to early spring the northern skies come alive with the flickering neon lights of the aurora borealis. Enjoy the northern lights, explore reykjavik and go whale watching from the harbour.
View gallery download holiday overview download trip notes. Stay in remote countryside hotels, and as the evenings plunge the rugged landscapes into darkness, head out in search of the incredible aurora borealis. Enjoy the northern lights, explore reykjavik and go. Sign up for saga club and earn 3,400 saga points on roundtrip flights included in all icelandair holidays vacation packages. Your expert guide will link into their network of aurora hunting friends and will use the latest forecasts to lead the hunt for the lights. The northern lights are electrically charged particles from the sun that collide with gaseous particles from the earth upon entering the atmosphere. Spot whales and see the worlds greatest light show on this unforgettable iceland super saver from reykjavik. This is a special time of the year when summer surrenders to autumn colors and northern lights. Northern lights can be seen in north iceland from the end of august to mid april. This fantastic iceland holiday includes return flights from your chosen uk airport, 3 nights hotel, a whale watching boat trip, a full day golden circle tour and the blue lagoon tour with entrance fee.
With over 90% viewing success the chances of seeing some rich variety of large sealife including minke and humpback whales, harbour porpoises and whitebeaked dolphins the odds are stacked in your favour. When the sun comes up on your northern lights holidays in iceland, you have everything from bustling city life to some of the best volcanic wilderness on the planet to explore. Theres so much for you to explore in this breathtaking city, which is most famous for the incredible aurora borealis, or northern lights. Snowmobiling on the glaciers, iceskating, whale watching, volcanoes, geysers, waterfalls, gourmet food and amazing unspoilt nature. A range of reasons can hinder the clarity of the lights such as light pollution from nearby towns. Whale watching and northern lights in iceland artisan travel. Experience two of icelands most incredible natural sights as you go whale watching and search for the northern lights with this package of two separate excursions from reykjavik. The official northern lights season in iceland is from october till march. All offers fly drive holidays in iceland northern lights.
This is a great value winter break jam packed full combining whale watching and northern lights whilst staying in the vibrant capital of reykjavik, iceland. Northern lights cruise plus whalewatching tour from. Winter whale watching is scheduled daily from october 1st to march 31st at. A range of reasons can hinder the clarity of the lights such as light pollution from nearby towns, the night not being dark enough or heavy cloud cover. Attempt to spot the northern lights at this lodge during your stay in the winter months. Setting out in search of the northern lights on a cruise, watch the night sky for signs of the mesmerizing natural wonder and hear the. This familyfriendly tour consists of whale watching and the magical aurora tour, combining two popular tours within one day. This holiday offer includes flights, accommodation and a half day whale watching tour with local specialists elding. The northern lights in iceland are visible from september to april and you can combine your hunt for the northern lights with our range of iceland aurora borealis tours, including activities such as.
The northern lights have fascinated onlookers for centuries. Nov 21, 2019 iceland is one of the best places in the world to see the aurora borealis, or northern lights. You can prepare yourself before visiting exhibition by downloading whales of. How, where and when to see the northern lights in iceland.
Iceland northern lights with kids iceland family adventure. The most common whales in the winter have been dolphins, humpback whales and killer whales, hardly any minke whales have been seen from november through march. The best time to see the northern lights in iceland. Light snacks, sandwiches, coffee, tea, beer and soft drinks. The northern lights, also called aurora borealis, and nor. Iceland holidays, iceland breaks, blue lagoon, northern. Followed by northern lights evening tour 2100 hours. This adventure should not be missed by any lovers of wildlife who want a chance to see the ethereal aurora from the open seas. Whale watching andrea boat offers great comfort, a fantastic interior, large outside viewing decks and a safe family environment. Free airport pick up to hotel from airport and back. Make the most of your winter break with this guided small group tour along the scenic south coast of iceland. Have a whale of a time in iceland with this classic 3 night city break in reykjavik.
Together with our local team, we offer a range of dedicated aurora holidays, each with their own style, so you can choose the trip that suits you and your. Seeing the northern lights in iceland travel guide audley. Hop aboard for two of icelands most popular winter activities, of both whale watching and northern lights hunting from a boat. Whale watching in reykjavik northern lights iceland. Follow whales slapping their flukes in the beautiful eyjafjordur fjord, then try your hand at sea angling local fish and bbq up your catch. A super central, threenight stay with breakfast, spa access, a northern lights tour and an optional golden circle, blue lagoon and whale watching tour start working on your bucket list with this offer which gives you the opportunity to see the spectacular northern lights, widely regarded as one of. There are some remarkable northern lights experiences to be had in iceland during our natural wonders and northern lights holiday, you can experience an exceptional aurora hunt in a super jeep. Here, at 65 n on the southern edge of the arctic circle, you can see auroras almost every night. They tend to occur close to earths magnetic poles, which are located in the north and the south. Top 10 apps for travelling in iceland guide to iceland. Northern lights, glacier lagoon and volcanoes group tour in iceland join a group tour in iceland in search of the northern lights.
However, whether youll be able to view them or not is a different matter. Lots of different whale species spend september along the shores of northern iceland. We are an atol and abta registered company based in uk but owned and run by icelanders, so we know the best that iceland has to offer. Their colours depend on the elements being ionised. Northern lights holidays to iceland by aurora nights. Discover the best mobile apps to download before your trip to iceland. Whale sightings are not guaranteed, but occur on 94. Since 1992, iceland holidays has been organising enchanting iceland package holidays and reykjavik city breaks including iceland flights, car hire, iceland northern lights breaks and iceland blue lagoon tours.
This fournight package gives you the opportunity to combine a visit to reykjavik and the charming town of akureyri, located on a stunning fjord only a 45minute flight from the capital. This is the best location to see the northern lights free. Climb aboard your boat to search for the aurora borealis, a spectacular celestial display of colorful lights triggered by magnetic storms. Climb aboard your boat to search for the aurora borealis, a spectacular celestial display of. In addition to all natural wonders of the land tour you will have a great opportunity to explore marine world around iceland. Northern lights tours in iceland aurora tours arctic. Northern lights holidays in iceland by off the map travel.
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