Category Northern Lights Tours

Reykjavik · NORTHERN LIGHTS TOURS

The 15 Best Northern Lights Tours from Reykjavik

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City light drowns the aurora, so every good northern lights tour is really a hunt for dark sky. Compare bus, small-group and boat departures, who chases the clearest forecast, who hands you hot chocolate and a tripod, and who rebooks you free if the sky stays shut.

Iceland: Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik

Iceland: Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik - How the Aurora hunt actually works (and why weather matters)

1.Iceland: Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 11,161 reviews · from $73Our pick

A 4-hour Reykjavik Northern Lights bus tour that chases darker skies for aurora viewing, with photo stops and a free retry.

“Petra did a fantastic job giving us a lot of both fun and informative information regarding Iceland and the northern lights, we were lucky to get some amazing photos and had a really nice time, thank you Lucas for getting us there and back safely. Have had such a fab time and would 100% recommend.”

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Small-Group Premium Northern Lights Tour from Reykjavik

Small-Group Premium Northern Lights Tour from Reykjavik - Small-group premium: why it feels better in the cold

2.Small-Group Premium Northern Lights Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,977 reviews · 4 hours · from $107

Small-group Northern Lights hunt from Reykjavik with expert guides, dark-sky stops, hot chocolate, and a 3-year free retry if skies disappoint.

“Guide was amazing, really knew his stuff and took us to a spot where no one else was. Helped us with photographs and explained the science behind the lights. Really fun and interactive. TUI cancelled their tour this night because they said there was no chance of seeing the lights. We got a spectacular show on that very night. 10/10.”

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#1 Northern Lights Tour In Iceland from Reykjavik with PRO photos

#1 Northern Lights Tour In Iceland from Reykjavik with PRO photos - What Your Guide Really Does While You Chase the Aurora

3.#1 Northern Lights Tour In Iceland from Reykjavik with PRO photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,887 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Reykjavik northern lights hunt with hotel pickup, dark-sky driving, free re-run if no aurora, and PRO photos after the tour.

“The experience was very professional and very nice! The guide “Barney” was very patient with us and explained to us that we shouldn’t be discouraged if we don’t see lights … although the sky was clear we didn’t see anything they gave us an option to rebook until we do see”

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Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Hot Chocolate & Photos

Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Hot Chocolate & Photos - Stop 1 in practice: forecasting, driving, waiting, and chasing the best skies

4.Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Hot Chocolate & Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,068 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $172

Reykjavik northern lights hunt in a small minibus with hot chocolate, wool blankets, and pro photos when conditions allow.

“Our guide Devin was knowledgeable, entertaining and went above and beyond to ensure we had an opportunity to view the northern lights! He provided historical and cultural background about Iceland as well as scientific information concerning the Aurora as he drove us all over, north of Reykjavik, stopping several times at different spots, each time setting up his camera to try to find them. Finally, at around 1 AM, he said that it didn't look promising, and was time to turn back. We were advised to immediately email the tour company to reschedule a second trip, per the contract. As we drove back to Reykjavik, though, we couldn't help notice…”

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Northern Lights Night Tour from Reykjavik

Northern Lights Night Tour from Reykjavik - The Reykjavik meeting point and pickup details you should not ignore

5.Northern Lights Night Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 1,921 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $63Best value

Guided Northern Lights night tour from Reykjavik with coach pickup, dark-sky stops, onboard Wi-Fi, and a free repeat if no lights.

“The tour operator cancelled the tour and said they would refund in 5-7 business days, they didn't re book us so we found another operator via tourist infomariton in Reykjavik.”

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Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik with Hot Chocolate

Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik with Hot Chocolate - Thingvellir National Park as Your First Dark-Sky Move

6.Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik with Hot Chocolate

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,782 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $76

Chase the northern lights from Reykjavik with round-trip bus pickup, flexible stop hunting, and warm hot chocolate for a cozy 4-hour night.

“Our driver was awesome. He found us amazing northern light and the hot chocolate was a bonus. He took us to 3 different locations. We had chosen a hotel pick up and drop off and it went seamlessly.”

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From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Tour with Lifetime Guarantee

From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Tour with Lifetime Guarantee - Meeting Point at BSÍ Bus Terminal, Then a Coach Ride Out of Town

7.Northern Lights Tour with Lifetime Guarantee

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 1,578 reviews · 3 hours · from $73

Hunt Iceland’s Northern Lights from Reykjavík by bus. GPS audio in 10 languages, photo tips, and a lifetime reschedule guarantee.

“We still feel like we are dreaming. We cannot believe we got to witness the dance of the Aurora on our first night of arrival. Thanking the door guide for great tips for picturing taking and family pics :)”

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Reykjavik: Northern Lights Yacht Tour

Reykjavik: Northern Lights Yacht Tour - Sailing away from Reykjavík glow into Faxafloi Bay

8.Northern Lights Yacht Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,253 reviews · 2 hours · from $93

Reykjavik’s Northern Lights Yacht Tour is a 2-hour, three-deck cruise from Old Harbor for warm blankets, Wi-Fi, and aurora odds.

“low level red lighting would help on the lower deck as I couldn't see much down there but I also appreciate the need to have it dark for the purposes of the trip. the guide and other staff were great, they helped to take photos of me and my son when the aurora showed up and kept everyones spirits high as it wasnt till the way back thatchers saw them and we thought we might not get the chance.”

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Northern Lights Guided Bus Tour from Reykjavik

Northern Lights Guided Bus Tour from Reykjavik - The Aurora Talk: The Science Part That Actually Helps

Northern Lights Midnight Adventure Small-Group from Reykjavík

Northern Lights Midnight Adventure Small-Group from Reykjavík - The Comfort Setup: Heated Minibus, Hot Chocolate, and Pro Photos

10.Northern Lights Midnight Adventure Small-Group from Reykjavík

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 965 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $140Top rated

Small-group midnight hunt for the aurora from Reykjavík. Heated minibus, hot chocolate, and included pro photos, plus a free retry if skies win.

“Siggi was very informative and really seemed to care about us getting to see the lights, which we did!! Other tours we went on were not successful, and they didn't put near the effort out that he did.”

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From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Tour

From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Tour - Meeting points and timing, so you don’t lose your shot

11.Northern Lights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 761 reviews · from $69

Aurora hunting from Reykjavik with an expert guide, multiple lookout stops, and a free second try if the lights elude you. Bus tour.

“really good tour and very well run. we were very lucky and saw a great show of the northern lights but I have to say this was an excellently operated tour. We departed from the bus station on time and got dropped to outside our hotel afterwards. I would recommend.”

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From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Guided Tour with Photos

From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Guided Tour with Photos - How a 5-hour aurora night really unfolds

12.Northern Lights Guided Tour with Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 718 reviews · 5 hours · from $95

Reykjavik 5-hour Northern Lights photo tour: chase aurora away from city lights, warm blankets and cocoa, and guided aurora portraits.

“We were in a place far outside of city to witness the Aurora. Weather was so cold, even bones start to freeze. So exhausting waiting for it. Everything disappeared after witnessing the Aurora Borealis. In the end, it was all worth it!”

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From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Chase with Expert Guide

From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Chase with Expert Guide - How Your Guide Chooses Where to Look in Iceland’s Countryside

13.Northern Lights Chase with Expert Guide

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 697 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $73

Guided Northern Lights chase from Reykjavik with dark-sky stops, photo time, and free retry if the aurora does not show.

“Amazing, the wether was so bad but the driver and the guide bring us for two amazing places and we can see the beautiful lights. I had been traveled by myself and they leave me near my hostel. They are the best. November 2022”

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From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Tour with Hot Cocoa & Photos

From Reykjavík: Northern Lights Tour with Hot Cocoa & Photos - Pickup in Reykjavik at 9:00 PM, and how the timing works

14.Northern Lights Tour with Hot Cocoa & Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 695 reviews · 4 hours · from $169

Chase Northern Lights from Reykjavik with warm Icelandic wool blankets, hot cocoa, and free aurora photos on a 4-hour small-group tour.

“We had an amazing, unforgettable time! I am very happy I chose this tour group to see the Northern Lights. Our guide Baldvin was wonderful and highly knowledgeable.”

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From Reykjavik: Golden Circle and Northern Lights Tour

From Reykjavik: Golden Circle and Northern Lights Tour - Þingvellir National Park: Walking Between Continents

15.Golden Circle and Northern Lights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 673 reviews · 9 hours · from $153

Golden Circle sights by day and a guided aurora hunt at night, with hot springs, Gullfoss, and camera tips from Reykjavik.

“The day from start to finish was fantastic. The tour guides were brilliant and explained things along the way to each trip also about the history of Iceland too. We also had a good laugh with them on the coach. The drivers for both trips were fantastic, very experienced and so careful especially as the conditions were so bad. Would highly recommend yourselves to anyone. Thank you for the experience guys”

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