NORTHERN LIGHTS TRAVEL GUIDE
The hunts worth heading out for.
The 15 northern lights tours travellers rate highest in Iceland, from the big dark-sky coaches out of Reykjavik to the small-group 4x4 hunts and the boat trips that sail clear of the city glow. Where the sky opens up, and who gets you there.
Chase the Northern Lights from Reykjavik on a 4-hour bus tour with dark-sky stops, aurora science, hot cocoa, and a free retry.
Most Popular“Barbara was an excellent guide who was very clued up on how to see the lights and spot signs she was also very friendly and was an overall great experience”
4-hour Northern Lights bus tour from Reykjavik to darker skies, with photo stops, expert guides, and a free retry if the aurora won’t show.
“We had an amazing tour. The wonderful guide David was very informative and quick witted. We had come to see the northern lights on the 17/04 and had no luck, the company we booked with allowed us to try again with no fee. We re-booked for the 18-04 and were amazed when the lights burst…”
Small-group Northern Lights hunt from Reykjavik with expert guides, hot chocolate, dark-sky stops, and a free 3-year retry plan.
“we had a great trip with Michael. His knowledge was fantastic and this lead to some great photos.”
Aurora hunting from Reykjavik with hotel pickup, dark-sky drives, and PRO photos plus a free re-run if the lights don’t show.
“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”
Small-group northern lights hunt from Reykjavik with pickup, wool blankets, hot chocolate, and pro photos if skies cooperate.
“This Aurora chasing tour was absolutely incredible and truly one of the highlights of our trip to Iceland. The guide was extremely knowledgeable, patient, and determined to give us the best possible chance of seeing the Northern Lights. We were taken far away from city lights, and the guide carefully tracked weather conditions and aurora…”
Perlan in Reykjavík mixes an ice cave, volcano simulator shows, Áróra Northern Lights planetarium, and 360° deck views in a 2-3 hour visit.
“Perlan is such a fantastic museum, full of information and very interactive. We loved the immersive experiences with the volcano being a real family favourite! The ice cave tunnels were great fun too, gives you a bit of a flavour of what they would be like for real. The Aurora planetarium was a great place…”
Join a Northern Lights night hunt from Reykjavik with a coach ride, photo tips plus on-board Wi‑Fi, and a free repeat night if no lights.
“Was a brilliant experience from start to finish Tina and packo were a brilliant team we got to see so many beautiful places”
Chase the Northern Lights from Reykjavik by bus with hot chocolate and WiFi. Multiple stop strategy, free rebooking if skies don’t cooperate.
“So well informed, full explanation of aims and expectations very accommodating to all, immediate action at the chance to capture a once in a lifetime moment”
Hunt Iceland’s Northern Lights on a 3-hour coach tour from Reykjavik with GPS audio in 10 languages and a lifetime rebook guarantee.
“we've seen that and it was truly breathtaking, going for about an hour or longer 🥰 we loved it 😍”
Reykjavik Northern Lights yacht cruise with three decks, warm blankets, and a bar. Sail beyond city glow for aurora photos.
“Overall good trip. We only faintly saw the lights for a couple minutes (still saw them!). However, they didn’t think it was good enough so they are allowing us to come back up to 3 years time which I think it’s very kind of them. The bar / overall boat was really good. Even the…”
Reykjavik Northern Lights bus tour with pickup, Wi‑Fi, and a guide’s aurora science briefing, plus backup plans if the lights don’t show.
“Disappointed as tour was cancelled due to cloudy conditions although people had said they had seen the lights on the same evening . Unable to rebook as travelling home so requesting a refund that I am waiting for.”
Small-group Northern Lights chase from Reykjavík with a heated minibus, hot chocolate, pro photos, and a free retry if skies won’t cooperate.
“I couldn’t be happier with this trip! It was INCREDIBLE! I didn’t realize that professional photos were included, so there’s no need to bring any special cameras. It was a smaller group too (roughly 12 people). The guide was VERY knowledgeable and said he had been doing this for over 12 years. I was very…”
Chase the Northern Lights from Reykjavik with an English guide, flexible viewing spots, free rebooking if skies stay dark, and warm on-the-go tips.
“Although we did not see the lights, the driver and the Lady guide were excellent and very knowledgable. It was a very enjoyable trip. We were all looked after very well.”
Reykjavik Northern Lights adventure by bus with hot chocolate. Multiple photo stops, guided aurora science, and a free retry if skies fail.
“It was a super informative tour and we were lucky enough to see the northern lights the night we went out.”
Join a guided Northern Lights hunt from Reykjavik with hot drinks, warm blankets, and guide-taken photos emailed within 7 days.
“The guide Cristian was amazing! Unfortunately due to weather conditions we were not able to see the Aurora but he gave us a masterclass of the topic, explainning everything about this natural fenomenum. I will come back to chase the N lights again! ❤️🙏”
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