Northern Europe & Scandinavia
Northern Lights Explorer
Welcome to Aurora Expeditions’ Northern Lights Explorer expedition. Shorter days in the high latitudes means darkening evening skies, so on this voyage we stay close to the coastlines of the Arctic Circle, skirting around the Norwegian and Greenland seas, and exploring remote islands and villages of the region. As night falls, we look skywards hoping to catch the magic of the northern lights. This spectacular natural phenomenon offers a surreal light display as vibrant hues of blue, green, pink and violet dance across the night sky. Places located near the Arctic Circle such as northern Norway, Iceland and Greenland, are some of the best places in the world to witness this stunning light show.
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Voyage Overview
Welcome to Aurora Expeditions’ Northern Lights Explorer expedition. Shorter days in the high latitudes means darkening evening skies, so on this voyage we stay close to the coastlines of the Arctic Circle, skirting around the Norwegian and Greenland seas, and exploring remote islands and villages of the region. As night falls, we look skywards hoping to catch the magic of the northern lights. This spectacular natural phenomenon offers a surreal light display as vibrant hues of blue, green, pink and violet dance across the night sky. Places located near the Arctic Circle such as northern Norway, Iceland and Greenland, are some of the best places in the world to witness this stunning light show.
Highlight
- Sail in the prime region to encounter the natural phenomenon of the dazzling aurora borealis
- Discover the largest fjord system in the world at Scoresbysund, a superb place to photograph icebergs
- Hike among the splendid scenery of Iceland’s remote Westfjords, where you rarely see another soul
- Visit the dramatic and powerful Dynjandi waterfall in the wild Westfjords of Iceland
- Hike Haukland Beach in Norway, a paradisiacal haven with its pearly white sands and sapphire waters, embraced by lush greenery and towering peaks
- Marvel at the black sands, colossal rock formations and volcanic landscapes of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula
- Sail to Jan Mayen, home to the northernmost active volcanic in the world
- On Vígur Island, birdwatchers can tick a few species on their list, while others can enjoy walks and Icelandic cake
- Choose from a selection of included shore excursion options that best suits your interests
