Tour Overview
Duration
4-5 hours
Walking distance
0 km
Difficulty
Easy
Accommodation
N/A
Group size
Min 1 person
Group size
Max 15 persons
Minimum age
12 years
Season
Winter
Starting point
Reykjavík
Departure
Details in description
Pick up
Yes
Drop off
Yes
Tour departures dates 2025
1. Sept. 2025 to 30. April 2026
Tour dates 2026
1. Sept. 2026 to 30. April 2027
Price from
133
Tour description
Hunting for the Northern Lights is about more than luck — it’s about being in the right place, at the right time, with the right people.
Our experienced local guides take you away from city lights into the Icelandic wilderness, where the skies are darkest and the chances of seeing the Aurora are at their best.
While waiting for the lights to appear, we keep things warm and cozy. Enjoy a cup of rich hot chocolate and taste traditional Icelandic snacks as you wrap yourself in soft blankets under the stars. Our vehicles are heated and comfortable, so you can relax between viewing stops.
To make the moment truly unforgettable, your guide captures high-quality photos of you with the Northern Lights dancing in the background. It’s the perfect keepsake from your Iceland adventure.
Every Aurora night is different, but each one is magical. Join our small group Northern Lights tour for comfort, warmth, and memories that will last a lifetime.
If no lights are seen, you can rebook it for one additional attempt.
If we cancel the tour due to poor conditions, you can rebook or receive a full refund.
For rebooking or information contact info@highlandsoficeland.is
We offer this tour from the 1st of September to 30th of April.
Pickup times:
- October to March = 20:30
- September = 21:30
- March = 21:30
- April = 21:30
Tour #954007
What you can expect to see and experience
Set out from the city and into the quiet Icelandic night, where the sky takes center stage. Watch the aurora dance above sweeping landscapes, far from the glow of the city lights — a small, cozy group chasing big magic.
Tour briefing
Included
- Expert Local Guide: Travel with a knowledgeable, professional guide who shares insights into Icelandic nature, history, and the Northern Lights.
- Aurora Photography Opportunity: If we successfully spot the Northern Lights, we’ll help you capture stunning photos with the aurora as your backdrop.
- Cozy Treats: Enjoy hot chocolate and traditional Icelandic snacks to enhance your experience.
- Stay Warm & Comfortable: We provide cozy blankets so you can comfortably enjoy the outdoor viewing sessions.
- Small Group Comfort: On this tour, we travel with our AURORA VOYAGER vehicle equipped for Icelandic winter.
- Flexible Rebooking: If the Northern Lights don’t appear, you can rebook your tour for free and try again.
- Convenient Pickup & Drop-off: Available at designated bus stops and select hotels in Reykjavík.
- Stay Connected: Free Wi-Fi on board so you can share your experience in real time.
Not Included
- The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, and sightings cannot be guaranteed. We carefully choose locations with the best possible conditions, but sometimes nature doesn’t cooperate.
What to Wear
- Thermal underwear (top and bottom)
- Wool or fleece thermal mid layer.
- Waterproof and windproof breathable pants and jacket
- Wool hat - covering ears
- Gloves
- Scarf and or gailer
- Waterproof boots with good traction
- Thick and warm wool socks
