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Reykjavík: Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Hot Cocoa & Free Photos
Pickup included · 4 hours
Reykjavík
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20.990 ISK
Reykjavík: Northern Lights Hunt Group Tour
Chase the aurora borealis on this 5-hour guided group tour from Reykjavík. Your guide drives beyond city light pollution to find the northern lights, with hotel pickup, warm blankets, hot drinks, and complimentary group photos all included.
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Starts From
- Reykjavík
- Pickup
- Pickup required
- Minimum age
- 1+
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Season
- All year
- Passengers
- Min 1 · Max 150
- Travel method
- Bus
About this experience
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Join David the Guide on a 5-hour northern lights hunting tour departing from Reykjavík. Your guide picks you up from your hotel, guesthouse, or a downtown bus stop and drives beyond the city limits to escape light pollution — because the aurora borealis is far more visible in Iceland's dark countryside than from the capital itself.
The destination is chosen on the night based on cloud cover and aurora activity. The group may stop at several locations as conditions evolve, spending as much time as needed at whichever spot offers the best chance of a sighting. Groups are capped at a maximum of 30 people, ensuring a personal experience with attentive guiding throughout.
While you wait for the lights to appear, settle into warm blankets and help yourself to a self-service selection of hot chocolate, coffee, tea, and cookies. Your guide will set up a camera and make sure every guest has the opportunity for a complimentary photo with the aurora. If the hunt is successful, photo links are emailed to you within 7 days of the tour.
This tour operates subject to weather conditions. Each day the team assesses the forecast and confirms whether the tour will run. If the tour is cancelled due to weather, you will be notified by early evening. If your first outing results in stargazing only, a complimentary re-use ticket valid for two years from purchase is provided.
Highlights
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Pickup locations
Final available pickup options are selected during checkout and may vary by operator.
Frequently asked questions
What happens if the northern lights don't appear during the tour?↓
If the aurora does not appear during your tour, you receive a complimentary re-use ticket that allows you to join a future northern lights tour at no extra cost. This ticket is valid for two years from the date of your original booking.
Where does the tour pick me up in Reykjavík?↓
Pickup is available from hotels, guesthouses, and select bus stops in and around downtown Reykjavík. Your exact pickup point is confirmed at booking. Allow up to one hour for the full pickup circuit to be completed before the group departs the city.
Are the aurora photos really free, and how do I receive them?↓
Yes — your guide sets up a camera and photographs the group during the tour. If the northern lights appear, photo links are sent via a shared folder to your booking email address within 7 days of the tour at no extra charge.
How large are the groups on this tour?↓
Groups are capped at a maximum of 30 people per guide. On larger vehicles, a dedicated guide and photographer accompany the group alongside a separate driver, ensuring everyone stays warm and receives personal attention throughout the hunt.
What should I wear on the northern lights tour?↓
Dress in warm, layered clothing suitable for cold Icelandic nights. The operator specifically recommends light-coloured clothing, as it shows up best in aurora photographs. Blankets are provided on the bus, but personal warm outerwear, gloves, and a hat are strongly advised.
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