Reykjavík New Year’s Eve Celebration at Sea
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Description
Arrival & boarding: Meet at Reykjavík’s Old Harbour and check in before stepping onboard for a late-night New Year’s Eve cruise.
Set sail into Faxaflói bay: As the boat leaves the harbour, Reykjavík’s skyline opens up across the water, giving you a front-row seat from the sea.
Warm and comfortable onboard: Choose the open deck for the full winter atmosphere, or relax inside the heated lounge. Warm overalls and blankets are available to keep you cosy.
Fireworks from the water: Reykjavík’s New Year’s Eve celebrations are famously city-wide, with fireworks lighting up the night in every direction. Watching from the bay makes the views feel extra wide and cinematic.
Party touches: Enjoy a welcome drink, grab your party hat and trumpet, and settle in with snacks as the countdown approaches.
Midnight moment: When the clock nears midnight, join the onboard countdown and toast the New Year with the city glowing all around you.
Return to harbour: After the main fireworks peak, cruise back to the Old Harbour and step ashore with the rest of the night still ahead of you in downtown Reykjavík.
Bonus possibility: If conditions are right, you might even spot Northern Lights on the way.
What is included
- New Year’s Eve cruise with panoramic views of Reykjavík’s fireworks
- Welcome drink
- Party hats and trumpets
- Warm overalls and blankets
- Heated indoor lounge
- Onboard WiFi and WC facilities
- Chips and snacks
- Open bar with select beverages available for purchase
What do I need to bring
- Warm winter clothing (hat, gloves, and a windproof layer)
- Good shoes with grip (harbour areas can be icy)
- Phone/camera for night photos
- A good mood for the countdown
Good to know
- Seasonal departure: operated on New Year’s Eve (31 December).
- Typical time: around 22:30–00:30 (times can vary by schedule).
- This tour is subject to weather and sea conditions.
- Limited seats: booking early is recommended.
- Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- Minimum drinking age is 20 years.
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Highlights
- See Reykjavík’s New Year’s Eve fireworks from the sea
- Heated indoor lounge plus outdoor deck viewing
- Warm overalls and blankets available onboard
- Welcome drink, party hats and trumpets for the countdown
- City skyline and bay views in every direction
- Chance of Northern Lights if conditions are right
Reykjavík New Year’s Eve Celebration at Sea – Frequently Asked Questions
The cruise departs from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour and sails into Faxaflói Bay for fireworks views from the water.