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Tour Description
Discover Iceland’s mesmerizing Northern Lights on a small-group tour, specially designed to maximize your chances of witnessing the aurora borealis. Guided by local experts, you’ll travel to Iceland’s most scenic and dark locations, using real-time aurora and weather forecasts to find the optimal spot. Whether it’s near glaciers, mountains, or remote countryside, we ensure the best possible conditions for an unforgettable experience.
Our comfortable, Wi-Fi-equipped minibuses are heated, and we provide hot chocolate during the journey. Additionally, we offer warm and waterproof gear for rent to ensure your comfort. During the tour, our guides will take quality photos of you and the aurora, which you’ll receive for free after the tour as a lasting memory.
And don’t worry about missing the lights — if they don’t show up at first attempt, you can join another tour on the next available night for free. Book now, as spaces fill up quickly during the peak Northern Lights season from September to April.
From Reykjavík
September - April
4 Hours
Minibus tour: Pick up & Drop off included
Easy
Highlight Of The Tour
What’s Included
Available Add-ons

Buy our Troll Beanie and Gloves to feel part of our winter Trolls and keep you warm in the Icelandic cold

Buy our Troll Neck-warmer to feel part of our winter Trolls and and protect your face from cold wind

Buy our Troll Summer-Cap to feel part of our summer Trolls and protect yourself from the sun
Rent a jacket to keep you dry
Rent pants to keep you dry
Rent shoes for keeping your ankles safe to prevent injuries
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dress in warm layers, including thermal undergarments, hats, gloves, and a durable jacket. Waterproof shoes are recommended, as you may encounter snowy or wet conditions.
• Warm clothes
• Camera to photograph the Northern Lights and a tripod for more stable photos
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Very easy! This tour is easy and accessible to most guests. You’ll spend a portion of the time in the warm minibus, and minimal walking is required to reach the viewing spots.
We offer convenient pick-up from various locations in Reykjavik. Simply choose your pick-up point during booking, and our team will collect you before the tour. Pick-up is not available from Keflavik airport or outside the greater capital area.
Yes, the pick-up time is included in the overall tour duration. Once all guests are picked up, the Northern Lights hunt will begin.
Yes! Our guides will take high-quality photos of you with the Northern Lights throughout the tour. These photos are complementary and will be shared with you after the tour at no extra cost.
The Northern Lights are visible from September to April, with the highest likelihood of sightings between October and March when the nights are darkest.
The tour typically lasts between 3-5 hours, depending on weather conditions and how far we need to travel to find the best viewing spots.
We keep group sizes small, with a maximum of around 18 guests per tour, ensuring a more personal and intimate experience.
Yes, children are welcome, but remember to dress them warmly. Late-night tours can be tiring, especially for younger kids.
We offer you the chance to join a second trial for this tour, on the next available departure, in case no sight of the lights was spotted on the first trial.
You can view the aurora forecast here.
Cancellations made more than 24 hours from the departure time by sending a written email to [email protected]. You will receive a full refund except the 3% card fee. All cancellations requested less than 24 hours from the departure time are non refundable. You can read the our detailed terms and conditions here.