Northern Lights Sightseeing Flight Experience for Two
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About this experience
Discover the wonders of the world’s greatest light show with this incredible Northern Lights Sightseeing Flight for Two.
Prepare to take to the skies as the sun sets and head towards Iceland in search of the Aurora Borealis’ awe-inspiring light show. As well as an illustrated briefing before take-off, you’ll also get an informative presentation from a professional astronomer. We are delighted that our main guest astronomer for these excursions will be Pete Lawrence. Pete has appeared regularly on the BBC’s long-running The Sky at Night programme and is highly regarded as a world-class astrophotographer. Joining Pete will be either Nigel Bradbury or Dr Lee Sproats.
A truly spectacular experience, this is a night offering unforgettable memories and an informative approach to the wonder of the Northern Lights.
SKU: PNLSF2
For 2
participantsValid Until
23 March 2022Flexible
BookingEasy
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“Fantastic!”
From the start to the end of the experience we found it to be interesting, informative and breathtaking. A smooth flight in a clean and comfortable plane. Sadly the Northern Lights were not in their full glory but the stars were just amazing and well worth it. It was fun trying to change seats in the dark . A truly great experience. Would highly recommend
What's Included
- Discover the Northern Lights by air
- 3 hour flight
- Learn about the Aurora Borealis with a presentation from a professional astronomer on board
- Get an illustrated briefing before take-off
- Light refreshments on board
- Experience gift pack including personalised voucher and message card
What happens on the day?
Your experience will begin with an illustrated briefing given by an expert astronomer at the airport or a nearby hotel, which will last for approximately 1 hour. You’ll learn how the flight will operate and the sights that will be visible from the plane, before boarding and taking off as the sun sets.
From there, you’ll head towards Iceland. Roughly 25 minutes before you reach the holding point, the cabin will be made as dark as possible to allow your eyes to adapt, before taking in the incredible sights of the Aurora Borealis. With a professional astronomer on board, you’ll get to learn the secrets behind this natural wonder as you take it all in. On the journey back, you can enjoy light refreshments.
Location
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North West
- Manchester, Greater Manchester
West Midlands
- Birmingham, West Midlands
North East
- Newcastle, Tyne & Wear
South East
- Gatwick, West Sussex
Yorkshire and Humber
- Leeds, West Yorkshire
Participant guidelines
- Under 18s must be accompanied by a paying adult
- You will need to take your passport to travel on this experience
- The experience content, equipment used and restrictions may vary
Availability
Your voucher is valid until 23 March 2022. It is essential that you book and take your experience before this date as vouchers cannot be extended. This voucher cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
We recommend you book at least four weeks in advance to ensure that dates are available. All bookings are subject to availability.
2022 dates available*:
Newcastle Airport - 2 March 2022
*Other departure dates and airports are available for an additional supplement, payable directly to operator.
Please allow approximately 5 hours for the full experience
What about insurance?
The centres contracted with us hold public liability insurance. We also hold contingency liability cover. You will not be liable for accidental damage to equipment, except where damage has been caused as a result of recklessness or wilful negligence.
Please ensure you are familiar with the terms and conditions of the experience.
How it works
Customer Reviews
“Fantastic!”
From the start to the end of the experience we found it to be interesting, informative and breathtaking. A smooth flight in a clean and comfortable plane. Sadly the Northern Lights were not in their full glory but the stars were just amazing and well worth it. It was fun trying to change seats in the dark . A truly great experience. Would highly recommend
“An experience we wouldn’t have missed”
Excellent trip with very informative astronomy experts giving an excellent presentation before our flight and following on with on board informative commentaries
“Northern lights”
Had a fantastic time grear commantry great staff very Enyoyable Experiance