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Northern Lights Tour Led by Local Hunters

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Escape Reykjavík on a Northern Lights hunt led by experienced local guides. Travel by modern comfort coach while your guide follows live forecasts to find the best possible viewing conditions.

Tour type
Day Tour / Activity
Duration
4 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Pickup service
Yes
Booking in advance
2 days
Availability
September, October
Minimum age
6 years
Guide
Live guide

The experience

About this tour

Dare to leave Reykjavík behind and venture into Iceland’s wild, untamed winter on a Northern Lights tour crafted for true adventurers.
This isn’t just a sightseeing trip – it’s a quest for the legendary Aurora Borealis, guided by experts who thrive on the thrill of the chase and the promise of discovery. Climb aboard a modern comfort coach, your basecamp for the night’s expedition, complete with onboard Wi-Fi and restroom facilities. As you roll out into the icy unknown, our seasoned local team becomes your crew of Aurora hunters, tracking live weather, cloud cover, and aurora activity with the precision of explorers on a mission. What makes this journey extraordinary? Our passionate guides, revered by travelers for their boundless energy and uncanny ability to read Iceland’s ever-shifting skies. Guests have hailed our guide Daniel as an “Aurora Whisperer,” a title earned through relentless pursuit and a knack for conjuring the lights even when the odds seem impossible.

Unlike ordinary tours bound to routine, every departure is a new adventure, plotted in real-time according to the whims of the weather and the dance of the aurora. Our guides are masters of adaptation, steering you through the darkness to secret spots where the sky is clearest and the lights burn brightest. Even when the night throws up challenges, our fearless hunters refuse to surrender. They’ll push further, searching remote corners long after others have turned back, determined to give you the best chance to witness nature’s most electrifying spectacle.
Along your journey, your guide will unravel the mysteries of the Aurora, sharing the science, the folklore, and the art of reading the sky. You’ll get hands-on photography tips and expert advice to help you capture the magic, so you can return home with legendary shots of your own adventure beneath the Icelandic night. Far from the city’s glow, you’ll watch for shimmering emerald ribbons and swirling curtains of light, sipping hot chocolate and soaking in the raw, peaceful beauty of Iceland’s winter wilderness. The anticipation is half the thrill – every moment spent beneath the stars is a story in the making. While the Northern Lights are as unpredictable as any true adventure, if the Aurora eludes you, you’ll get a second chance to join the hunt on another night, free of charge and subject to availability. To maximize your odds, we recommend booking early in your Icelandic journey. This isn’t just a comfortable coach ride – it’s a genuine hunt for the Aurora, led by passionate locals who live for the thrill of the chase. With live forecasting, flexible routes, photography guidance, and a team celebrated by guests, every detail is designed to deliver an unforgettable night under Iceland’s legendary sky. Answer the call of the wild and join us for the adventure of a lifetime.

  • Follow live forecasts and flexible routes for the best viewing conditions
  • Travel comfortably aboard a modern coach with Wi-Fi and a restroom
  • Learn about Aurora science, Icelandic folklore, and night photography
  • Enjoy hot chocolate beneath Iceland’s dark winter sky
  • Chase the Northern Lights with passionate local Aurora hunters :sparkles:
  • Couples
  • Eco Friendly
  • Family Friendly
  • Group Friendly
  • Outdoor
  • Youth

What the price covers

Included
Northern Lights Hunt With An Experienced Local GuideRound-trip Transportation By Modern Comfort Coach
Live Weather, Cloud Cover, And Aurora ForecastingOnboard Wi-fi And Restroom Facilities
Phone And Camera Photography TipsOne Free Retry If No Northern Lights Are Seen, Subject To Availability
Not included
Food And DrinksMeals And Drinks
Personal Expenses (souvenirs, Snacks, Etc.)
Ticket types
  • Adult (16 - 99)
  • Youth (6 - 15)

Where it starts

  • Bus Stop #12 Höfðatorg

    Þórunnartún 6, 105 Reykjavík, Reykjavíkurborg, IS

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Meeting
Meet on location or pick up
Pickup
Yes
Drop-off
1
Location code
Reykjavík (RVK, IS)

Be ready at your selected pickup location at the following time:

  • August 20–September 30: 10:00 PM

  • October 1–March 31: 9:00 PM

  • April 1–April 15: 10:00 PM

Pickup may take up to 30 minutes, depending on your location and traffic conditions.

Please arrive on time, as the vehicle cannot wait for late arrivals. Have your booking confirmation or voucher ready when boarding.

Good to know

  • Public Transportation Nearby
  • The Northern Lights Are A Natural Phenomenon, And Sightings Cannot Be Guaranteed. Our Guides Use Live Weather, Cloud Cover, And Aurora Forecasts To Maximize Your Chances.
  • The Tour Lasts Approximately 4 Hours, Depending On Weather And Viewing Conditions.
  • If No Northern Lights Are Seen, You May Join One Additional Scheduled Departure Free Of Charge, Subject To Availability.
  • Pickup Starts At 10:00 Pm From August 20 To September 30.
  • Pickup Starts At 9:00 Pm From October 1 To March 31.
  • Pickup Starts At 10:00 Pm From April 1 To April 15.
  • Pickup May Take Up To 30 Minutes. Your Exact Meeting Point Will Be Confirmed After Booking.
  • Dress Warmly In Layers And Wear Sturdy Footwear, As You Will Spend Time Outdoors.
  • The Itinerary May Change Due To Weather, Road Conditions, Or Aurora Activity.
  • If We Cancel The Tour Due To Weather Or Safety Concerns, You Will Receive A Full Refund.
  • The Minimum Age Requirement Is 6 Years Old.
  • Our English-language Tours Require A Minimum Of 10 Participants To Operate. For Operational Reasons, English-language Tours May Occasionally Be Combined With A Chinese-language Tour. However, English-language Guiding Will Always Be Provided.

Your ticket

Meeting Time Notice

  • Tours from August 20 to September 30: please meet us at 22:00 at your selected pickup or meeting point.
  • Tours from October 1 to March 31: please meet us at 21:00 at your selected pickup or meeting point.
  • Tours from April 1 to April 15: please meet us at 22:00 at your selected pickup or meeting point.

Please arrive on time at the location listed on your ticket. As the bus collects guests from several pickup points, it may arrive at any time within 30 minutes after the pickup start time.

Type
Day Tour / Activity
Season
September, October
Requests confirmed within
2 days
Live guide
English
Details updated
22 Sep 2026