New Year’s Eve Cruise
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Availability
December
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DURATION
2 Hours
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Difficulty
Easy
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Pickup
No
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Minimum Age
None
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Price
ISK 25.850
Tour Highlights:
- Celebrate New Year’s Eve at sea in Reykjavík
- Watch spectacular fireworks across the Reykjavík skyline
- Enjoy panoramic views from Faxaflói Bay
- Join the midnight countdown onboard
- Celebrate with music, drinks and snacks
- Possible Northern Lights views if conditions are favourable
Included:
- 2-hour New Year’s Eve cruise
- Welcome drink
- Selected drinks from the open bar
- Chips and snacks
- Party hats and trumpets
- Warm overalls and blankets
- Heated indoor lounge
- Excellent onboard host
- Free Wi-Fi
- WC facilities
New Year’s Eve Reykjavík Cruise
Celebrate the arrival of the New Year from the water on this unforgettable New Year’s Eve Reykjavík Cruise. Sail into Faxaflói Bay and enjoy panoramic views of Reykjavík as thousands of fireworks light up the night sky.
The cruise departs from Reykjavík Old Harbour at 22:30 on 31 December. Once onboard, enjoy a welcome drink as the boat heads away from the harbour to find a great viewing location.
Then, as midnight approaches, raise your glass, join the countdown and welcome the New Year surrounded by fireworks over Reykjavík.
See Reykjavík’s Fireworks from the Sea
New Year’s Eve in Reykjavík is unlike anywhere else.
Rather than one official fireworks display, people across Reykjavík launch fireworks throughout the evening. As a result, the entire city becomes the backdrop for an extraordinary celebration.
From the boat, you’ll enjoy wide views across the Reykjavík skyline and surrounding coastline without being surrounded by the crowds in the city centre.
Celebrate Onboard
The celebration continues throughout the cruise with lively music, party hats, snacks and complimentary selected drinks.
Stay outside on deck for the best views or head into the heated indoor lounge when you want to warm up. Warm overalls and blankets are also available onboard.
If skies are clear and conditions are favourable, you might even spot the Northern Lights during the celebration. However, aurora sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Countdown to the New Year
As midnight approaches, everyone comes together for the final countdown.
Raise your glass as the clock strikes twelve and watch Reykjavík erupt in fireworks around you.
After the celebrations, the boat slowly returns to the Old Harbour. You’ll arrive at approximately 00:30, leaving plenty of time to continue celebrating in downtown Reykjavík.
This special 2-hour New Year’s Eve cruise operates only on 31 December and has limited availability. Therefore, early booking is highly recommended.
Frequently Asked Questions
The cruise departs from the Elding Visitor Centre at Reykjavík Old Harbour, Ægisgarður 11.
Departure is at 22:30 on 31 December, with return to the harbour at approximately 00:30.
Yes. A welcome drink, selected complimentary drinks, chips and snacks are included.
Yes. You can enjoy the celebration from the outdoor decks or stay warm in the heated indoor lounge. Warm overalls and blankets are also available.
It is possible if conditions are favourable. However, the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Important Information
- Date: 31 December
- Duration: Approximately 2 hours
- Departure: 22:30
- Return: Approximately 00:30
- Departure is from Elding Visitor Centre, Reykjavík Old Harbour
- The cruise depends on weather and sea conditions
- Passenger numbers are limited, so early booking is recommended
- Minimum drinking age in Iceland is 20 years
- Children and underage passengers must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
- Northern Lights may be visible in favourable conditions, but sightings cannot be guaranteed
What to Bring
- Warm clothing and layers
- Comfortable footwear
- Camera or phone
- Your New Year’s spirit 🎆
Warm overalls and blankets are available onboard.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation when cancelled at least 1 day before departure
- Later cancellations are non-refundable
Departure from Reykjavík Old Harbour
Your New Year’s Eve Reykjavík Cruise begins at the Elding Visitor Centre at Ægisgarður 11 in Reykjavík’s Old Harbour.
Board the vessel and receive a welcome drink before departing at 22:30. Then, cruise into Faxaflói Bay while Reykjavík prepares for midnight.
Reykjavík Fireworks from the Sea
Once the boat reaches a great viewing area, settle in and enjoy panoramic views of the capital.
Watch from the outdoor decks or stay warm inside the heated lounge. Warm overalls and blankets are also available onboard.
Throughout the evening, enjoy music, snacks and selected complimentary drinks while fireworks illuminate the Reykjavík skyline.
Midnight Countdown
As midnight approaches, join your fellow travellers for the countdown to the New Year.
Raise your glass at midnight and enjoy spectacular views as fireworks burst across Reykjavík and the surrounding area.
If conditions are favourable, you may even catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights above the celebrations.
Return to the Old Harbour
After midnight, the boat gradually makes its way back towards Reykjavík.
The cruise returns to the Old Harbour at approximately 00:30, giving you plenty of time to continue your New Year’s Eve celebrations downtown.
The complete experience lasts approximately 2 hours.
Elding Visitor Centre and Wildlife Exhibition
AEgisgardur 11, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
