REYKJAVIK · NORTHERN LIGHTS
The hunts worth heading out for.
The 15 reykjavik northern lights tours travellers book most, gathered in one place. Where each one drives you to chase the lights, how late you are out under the sky, who runs the hunt, and what a seat costs.
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“This was one of the better lights tours. The guides Darren and Yoseph were really informative and as levy talk about Iceland and the lights We were lucky as we gig a fab display as well”
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.
“What an amazing experience!! Our tour guide Jessica was brilliant and within 5 minutes of arriving we had seen the northern lights! Thanks again! Would recommend x”
Small-group Northern Lights hunt from Reykjavik with expert guides, hot chocolate, dark-sky stops, and a free 3-year retry plan.
“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…”
Aurora hunting from Reykjavik with hotel pickup, dark-sky drives, and PRO photos plus a free re-run if the lights don’t show.
“Bjarni was my guide and was early to pick me up. I was very lucky in that as soon as I stepped out of my hotel, there was the strongest and clearest northern lights for a long time I was told. We then boarded the mini van which was very comfortable. We stopped at a…”
Small-group northern lights hunt from Reykjavik with pickup, wool blankets, hot chocolate, and pro photos if skies cooperate.
“We were told the trip was on despite fog and thick cloud cover all day. Which was a mistake - they should have just cancelled it. We ended up driving around for hours and to many different spots to get only a small glimpse of some lights briefly for 5 mins - which was only…”
Perlan in Reykjavík mixes an ice cave, volcano simulator shows, Áróra Northern Lights planetarium, and 360° deck views in a 2-3 hour visit.
“I think the museum should have more interactive displays. I thought the new volcano simulator was really cool. Overall, the trip was positive; my only wish was to engage in more physical activity.”
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.
“SCAM!!! The only thing that was impressive was the ride showed up 15 mins before the pick up time. First night, received email at 11:39 am that it is canceled due to weather, when on the website it stated no decision will be made until 5pm. Meanwhile, so many posted pictures with beautiful sky full…”
Chase the Northern Lights from Reykjavik by bus with hot chocolate and WiFi. Multiple stop strategy, free rebooking if skies don’t cooperate.
“Original tour was hosted by Vik / Luc who kept us entertained with lighthearted descriptions of how the Northern Lights are formed. Went to three different locations but unfortunately no lights to be found. Able to rebook with Edo / Robert on another evening who took us to another location. Waited patiently for about 90…”
Hunt Iceland’s Northern Lights on a 3-hour coach tour from Reykjavik with GPS audio in 10 languages and a lifetime rebook guarantee.
“This tour was awesome. they took us to a site just beside a snack shop with huge indoor waiting area. After a few minutes wait, our tour guide came in to inform us that the Northern Lights is starting to come out & its only 10:45ish at night. We rushed out & there it is,…”
Reykjavik Northern Lights yacht cruise with three decks, warm blankets, and a bar. Sail beyond city glow for aurora photos.
“Oh wow how lucky were we! The northern lights made an appearance even before we boarded the boat. The guide told us it was so unusual to see the lights for a constant 2 hours. The boat was big enough, the guide was helpful, the sea was calm, the clouds kept away, the lights were…”
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.
“Nice tour guide and good driver. However, it was cancelled once and nothing happened on second try. They don't go driving until they find it with us warm. We go one spot and stand outside cold. Why would I come all the way back to Iceland to try this again? Way overcrowded too. Huge regret…”
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 highly recommend booking this tour if you are in/near Reykjavik. I decided to book this tour literally that morning. I received a response with pickup confirmation information almost immediately. The entire day was rainy in Reykjavik so I was on the fence about even attempting an aurora tour, but it was the only night…”
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.
“We were lucky enough to see the Northern Lights. Wonderful experience and the guides are very helpful”
Reykjavik Northern Lights adventure by bus with hot chocolate. Multiple photo stops, guided aurora science, and a free retry if skies fail.
“Tour guide was fantastic, he was super informative about the lights and what we need to see them and why they happen etc. he also gave great tips for using phone camera. We had 3 stops total the first stop we saw the most and the two after that it started to get cloudy and…”
Join a guided Northern Lights hunt from Reykjavik with hot drinks, warm blankets, and guide-taken photos emailed within 7 days.
“Amazing We had cris as our driver and guide , he was just amazing , so knowledgeable and sharing it all with us , hes a credit to the business, we had a tour last year on big bus and nothing like going on a smaller tour. Bus , he didn’t give in and leave…”
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