Orcas killer whales and aurora borealis northern lights in icelands amazing scenery with greentours. See a whale breaching in iceland it is unique experience to watch these lovely animal breach in the ocean this idea is not only for animal lovers, it is for anyone visiting iceland. The northern lights spectacle was a huge revelation. See a whale breaching in iceland northern lights iceland. The beautifully rugged snaefellsnes peninsula is one of the best places in iceland to witness the phenomenal spectacle of the aurora borealis. However, all that northern lights publicity surrounding tromso can, in our opinion, be slightly misleading because, in our experience, artificial light pollution and the northern lights make for unhappy bedfellows. Search for the magical northern lights and enjoy the reykjavik skyline on a guided evening boat trip.
Spot whales and see the worlds greatest light show on this unforgettable iceland super saver from reykjavik. Seeing the northern lights in iceland travel guide. Northern lights and whales watching tour in iceland with. It felt like we were really away from all civilisation on the lava flow, looking up at the stars. We will endeavour to head out on whale watching boat trips every morning if the. Winter whale watching is scheduled daily from october 1st to march 31st at. There will be local guides who will give a briefing on the history of whales in the area and explain how whale watching has replaced whaling, allowing populations to. For the best chance of seeing the northern lights, travel between late september and early april, between the autumn and spring equinoxes, when long nights prevail in the northern skies of iceland. There are many different northern lights tours, you can upgrade this experience. Its an elusive phenomenon making its appearance all the more magical but here are our top five holidays for the best chance to see the northern lights. Furthermore, relax and enjoy the warm and soothing waters of the.
Northern lights in norway best places to see the aurora borealis. Northern lights tours and holidays in iceland icelandair. We organise your northern lights holidays based around you and your expectations whether you want a personal guide, would like to join one of our small group northern lights holidays, or would like to travel independently, we will prepare luxury northern lights trips to suit. 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. This voyage offers ample opportunities to admire the auroras from the remote bays and fishing villages where youll spend the night. Its also one of the most accessible places to encounter them. Witnessing the northern lights is on many peoples wish list, and rightly so the aurora borealis is one of natures most aweinspiring spectacles. From the earths surface variously like shards of spectrum coloured light jaggedly pointing down from the sky. Luxury northern lights holidays northern lights trips by. This adventure should not be missed by any lovers of wildlife who want a chance to see the ethereal aurora from the open seas. Norway northern lights photography adventure travel far north in to the arctic circle with a professional photographer to chase the northern lights and photograph this incredible phenomenon.
Best trips to see the northern lights in 2020 capture the atlas. This is by far the best chance of seeing the elusive northern lights which was well worth waiting for. Located 300 kilometres north of the arctic circle, andenes is a great place to see the northern lights, and offers fantastic whale watching in winter, where sperm, killer, fin and humpback whales can be seen. Northern lights holidays trips to see the northern lights. Whales and northern lights, from nkr11900 5 days ex flights. While there not many places from where people can see the southern lights, the lights over the north pole are best seen from the following places. The trip felt longer than the 5 days with wonderful sunrises, sunsets and the northern lights ensuring that every part of the day had something different to offer. Over 15 years we have constantly innovated to provide the best journeys to these countries by working with local partners who appreciate our commitment to them and to their country.
And because of the seasonal occurrence of herring and whales in these fjords, the northern norway whale safari cruises take place in winter. Steinbakk arctic experience after a few stops and more opportunities to try out our cameras exposure settings, we set up camp in a woodland area, dan lit a small campfire to stave off the now 8 temperatures, and we watched the lights, fainter to the naked eye, the exposure. The fact of the matter is that you are very unlikely to see the aurora in its full glory from the centre of a city. Natures greatest light show can last from a few minutes up to a couple of hours, and disappears into the dark northern night as. 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. Plan your combo adventure to fit with your schedule, choosing to head out on a morning or afternoon whale watching cruise and topping it off with an evening excursion to see the aurora borealis. Northern norway cruises whalewatching and northern lights. Northern lights city break, tromso holidays 20202021. You will not see thousands of different packages for northern lights trips to see the aurora borealis on our website this is because our northern lights holidays are all about quality, not quantity. Tromso is at the centre of the northern aurora zone, and dazzling celestial displays circle the sky above the city. Northern lights holidays are a true delight for people of all. View gallery download holiday overview download trip notes. The northern lights are a natural phenomenon, thus we cannot guarantee that you will see them during your trip.
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. Anywhere within an area known as the aurora zone that sits above the arctic and subarctic offers opportunities for seeing the northern lights. Description of northern lights and whale watching holiday in norway combining dramatic arctic scenery, wonderful wildlife and the chance to spot the aurora, this northern lights and whale watching holiday in norway is a rewarding five day adventure. Northern lights holiday breaks fjord travel norway. Whale watching and northern lights sailing cruise in. The aurora borealis can happen at any time of the year, but with the extralong summer daylight hours due to another phenomenon called the midnight sun, its too.
A holiday to see the northern lights is not your average winter break. Its not the temperature which makes a difference, but the appearance of the sky. Best spot for whale watching and northern lights for your. Afterwards, you can relax in topnotch hotels and eat incredible local food. Northern lights holidays northern lights viewing trips. Our travel editor shares his tips on how to see the northern lights this winter. Seeing the northern lights in iceland travel guide audley. Northern lights holidays and trip packages are in high demand with travellers from around the world wishing to see this phenomenon so we would urge early booking. For an indepth answer to this question, check out our list of the best places to spot the aurora borealis. With an experienced crew to guide you between sightings, head out on a whalewatching cruise and then embark on an evening hunt to see the northern lights. How about a northern lights superjeep tour, northern lights by boat or combine your northern lights experience with a dip into a geothermal spa like fontana spa. Enjoy the northern lights, explore reykjavik and go whale watching from the harbour. Each destination has been handpicked by one of our passionate travel experts, allowing us to create truly bespoke, tailormade luxury northern.
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. A northern lights tour will include a number of chances to see the lights and northern lights tours also give you the opportunity to see more of the surrounding areas in iceland, norway, sweden and finland. The northern lights are spectacular and iceland is the ideal place to search for this natural phenomenon. Northern lights tour package with 3 unique accommodations under the northern lights. Northern lights holiday in norway nordic experience. 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. Plan your combo adventure to fit with your timetable, choosing to head out on a morning or afternoon whale watching cruise and topping it off with an evening excursion to see the aurora. 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. Here there are good opportunities to see the northern lights as well as embark on pleasant hikes. Reykjavik is also one of the best places to see the northern lights, so the jeep tour. 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. I ll never forget the first time i saw the northern lights. Browse our unparalled collection of northern lights holidays across the aurora zone including iceland, norway, lapland, the icehotel, canada and alaska.
Positioned on the edge of the arctic circle, iceland is one of the best places on the planet to see the northern lights. We begin our journey by chasing the magical northern lights by minibus. Northern lights and whales in iceland on your aurora trip. Northern lights holidays 20202021 best served scandinavia. When do we recommend you go to see northern lights and whales. Either way, if you are lucky enough to see the lights, its an image you will. Stay at an igloo hotel, cozy lodges and enjoy dog sledding, a snowmobile trip, reindeer sledding and northern lights activities. 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. You can even climb the 211meterhigh 692 feet mount hillesoya, the summit of which affords panoramic views of the rugged coastline. From a nasa space shuttle the northern lights appear like emerald green halos circumscribing both magnetic poles. The northern lights are visible mainly between october and march each year in the nordic region this is because the winter nights are dark enough for us to see the lights. 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. We have a collection of holidays based around the northern lights, all built around the best times to see the aurora in these specific locations. Sightings are most likely in the evening hours from september to march.
We also take a whale watching excursion up in the northern tip of the island. Take a reindeer safari and photograph the beautiful icy scenery. The northern lights or the aurora borealis capture the imagination of people around the globe but unless you live at the northern tip of the world, you will need a little careful planning to see this phenomenon. A fourday tailormade city break in the city of tromso one of the best places on earth to see the northern lights. Take a memorable short break to tromso, the centre of study for the northern lights. Orcas killer whales and aurora borealis northern lights in. Northern lights hoax whale watching reykjavik special. Whale watching and northern lights sailing cruise in norway. Whale watching and northern lights in iceland artisan travel. Hop aboard for two of icelands most popular winter activities, of both whale watching and northern lights hunting from a boat. With an experienced crew to guide you between sightings, head out on a whale watching cruise and then embark on an evening hunt to see the northern lights.
You spend the last morning of the cruise exploring the islandis small bays and white beaches. The point is that on this tour neither northern lights nor whales can be guaranteed. Northern lights and whale watching holiday in norway. Followed by northern lights evening tour 2100 hours. From late autumn to early spring the northern skies come alive with the flickering neon ribbons of the aurora borealis the elusive northern lights which captivate both travellers and scientists alike. This means if you are in iceland for 3 nights, you have 3 chances to see the lights. Holidays to iceland, norway, finland, sweden and lapland. However, if you are traveling in greenland from end of august to end of march, chances are good that you will be able to observe them, but best deep in. The most easily accessible of these destinations are iceland, sweden, finland and norway, or travel further afield to canada and alaska. The best time to see the northern lights winter is the best time to see the northern lights. We are experts in providing once in a lifetime northern lights holidays to swedish lapland and iceland.
Natures greatest light show can last from a few minutes up to a couple of hours, and disappears into the dark northern night as suddenly as it appears. 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. Board either a boat or bus for a fjord safari, lasting roughly three hours with ample opportunities to photograph the wildlife including humpback and killer whales and marine landscapes of norways fjords. 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. Northern lights holidaysthe elusive otherworldly glow of the aurora borealis commonly known as the northern lights is described by some as the greatest light show on earth. Plan your combo adventure to fit with your schedule, choosing to head out on a morning or afternoon whalewatching cruise and topping it off with an evening excursion to see the aurora borealis. We also offer a unique range of multi country aurora adventures. However, we were fantastically fortunate to see both on our tour. Plan your combo adventure to fit with your timetable, choosing to head out on a morning or afternoon whalewatching cruise and topping it off with an evening excursion to see the aurora.
The long periods of darkness and clear nights provide an ideal view. See a whale breaching in iceland northern lights holidays. However, we were fantastically fortunate to see both on. Nordic experience holidays to iceland, norway, finland, sweden. Northern lights tours see the aurora borealis swoop arctic.
Visit the northern lights in iceland, norway, sweden and finland and russia. The northern lights appear as a spectral light show of green, yellow, purple and blue. Following lunch, enjoy some time to relax before a traditional norwegian dinner served early evening, and a northern lights excursion. The best place to see the northern lights dancing in the sky is at 65 degrees north latitude and above, so the snowy wilds of european lapland make an excellent viewing spot. Find out where to go and the best time to see the aurora borealis. An arctic cruise itinerary is also possible to view the northern lights from the waterside, seeing the aurora reflected in the water.
Jun 06, 2017 northern winters are generally the best season to view the lights. Norway, canada, iceland, greenlandif youre thinking about taking a trip to see northern lights, youve come to the right place. Clients get a guided tour to see how northern light studies are done. Visit the blue lagoon, enjoy a whalewatching trip, hunt for the northern lights and. Located 350 km north of the arctic circle, tromso is the gateway to the arctic, and the starting point of many historic north pole expeditions. In terms of a summary, though, when it comes to spotting the northern lights, look north of the arctic circle, far from any light pollution. Northern lights and whale watching tour the most exciting experience my impressions after this amazing tour are the best possible.
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