The Northern Lights, also known as the Aurora Borealis, is a natural phenomenon that never fails to inspire no matter where in the world you are lucky enough to witness it. A green shimmering light that dances through the sky at the very tips of the northern hemisphere, on Northern Lights cruises you’ll find the best chances to take in this stunning display in comfort and style.
Northern Lights Cruises - Destinations
- Europe - Arctic, Norwegian Fjords, Iceland, Greenland
- North America - Alaska, Canada
Norway
These voyages generally depart from the UK and sail up along the coast of Norway, combining the quest for sightings of the Northern Lights with the fabulous Fjords and small fishing villages and towns. On a two week cruise you might venture as far north as Hammerfest, deep within the Arctic Circle and Europe's most northerly point. As you gradually travel further north during your Northern Lights cruise the scenery and landscapes become ever more remote and dramatic.
Iceland and Greenland
Also regularly departing from UK ports such as Southampton, for those hunting the northern lights Iceland is a great choice. As well as limited light pollution at night as you sail around the land of ice and fire during the day you can take in equally stunning waterfalls, glaciers, geysers and black sand beaches or just relax in a soothing natural hot spring. Some Northern Lights cruises also head out further to Greenland where you’ll have all the factors of latitude and isolation that create the best chance to see the lights while also being able to explore the unique local culture and landscapes of the world’s largest island.
North America
If you’re wanting to explore the last frontier of Alaska and Canada to spot the Northern Lights, you’ll find plenty of wet and wild activities to make your cruise the experience of a lifetime. Day time activities can include taking a ride on the world- famous Icy Strait Point Zip Rider, discovering the local history and culture at the Totem Heritage Center at Ketchikan and not to mention the iconic landscapes and wildlife all around from bears and salmon in the natural parks to glaciers and whale watching.
