Top Iceland Northern Lights

The winter months in Reykjavik are the perfect time to spot the northern lights—improve your odds of seeing them by traveling with a local who knows the best viewing spots. Skip the need to organize transportation with a small-group tour that includes convenient hotel pickup. Along the way, go beyond the guidebooks as you learn about this natural phenomenon from your guide.

Chase the magic of Iceland’s Northern Lights with an adventure that captivates from start to finish. Departing from Reykjavik, you’ll journey with a lively group and an expert driver dedicated to finding the aurora’s breathtaking glow. While waiting for the lights to appear, step back in time—handle authentic Viking weapons, snap playful photos, and enjoy plenty of delicious hot cocoa to keep you warm. Best of all, the experience doesn’t end if the aurora remains elusive: you’re welcome to join the tour again, as many times as it takes, until you witness nature’s greatest light show. Entertainment, excitement, and unforgettable memories are always guaranteed—no matter the forecast.

Combine pre-booked admission tickets to the Perlan Museum’s Wonders of Iceland exhibition with a planetarium show, all thanks to this two-part, time-saving sightseeing package. Choose from a range of admission times throughout the day, make your own way to the Reykjavik museum, and explore immersive highlights like the world's first indoor ice cave. Then, watch a northern lights show in Iceland's only planetarium.

This evening tour from Reykjavík vastly improves your chances of seeing the northern lights. Your guide uses live data and forecasts to take you to the best locations to potentially spot the lights. Tuck into traditional Icelandic pastries and hot chocolate while you wait, and take home photos of you taken during the evening.

Chasing the northern lights is an essential, and often elusive, experience when visiting Iceland. Let an expert navigate dark roads and find the best viewing spots on this small-group tour. Ride out to areas with little-to-no light pollution and cozy up with hot chocolate, traditional pastries, and lunch. Enjoy round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off along with warm snacks for added comfort on your aurora adventure.

What sets our Northern Lights boat tour apart is our dedication to giving you an unforgettable experience under the Arctic sky. With expert and passionate guides, we’ll take you far from city lights to the best locations on the water for witnessing the majestic Aurora Borealis. Unlike other tours, we offer a free return ticket if the lights don’t appear, ensuring you have another chance to see this incredible phenomenon. You’ll stay comfortable in our heated indoor cabins, complete with toilet facilities, or step outside wrapped in our warm flotation overalls to feel closer to nature. We’ve thought of every detail to make your trip seamless, including free WiFi on board to share your adventure in real time and complimentary seasickness tablets for a smooth journey. This is more than a tour – it’s a once-in-a-lifetime chance to connect with nature’s most stunning light show. Don’t miss the opportunity to make unforgettable memories. Book your adventure today!

There are just a handful of places in the world where you can spot the northern lights, and if you’re lucky enough to witness the natural phenomenon, it’s sure to be a highlight of your trip to Iceland. On this small-group tour, you’ll maximize your chances of seeing the auroras as your guides use real-time weather data to predict the best times and viewing locations. And if the lights don’t make an appearance, you can join another tour for free.

We combine the expertise of dedicated aurora hunters with an exceptional focus on comfort and a cozy, shared experience. While all tours chase the lights, our guides are specialists in local microclimates and real-time solar activity. We don't just drive to a fixed spot; we use dynamic routing to find the clearest, darkest patch of sky, maximizing your viewing chances far away from the city's light pollution. The journey itself is part of the experience. You travel in a comfortable, warm vehicle and enjoy the famous Icelandic hospitality with a complimentary hot chocolate as you wait beneath the stars. This transforms the hunt into a relaxed, memorable gathering with fellow travelers. You leave the stress of driving on dark, icy roads to us, allowing you to focus completely on the sky.

Hit two of Iceland's top experiences in one tour on this group adventure, taking you to both the Golden Circle, then later to the northern lights. Hotel pickup is included, so you don’t need to worry about transport. You have plenty of time to see Thingvellir National Park, Geysir, and look for the northern lights.

Searching for the northern lights on your own can be frustrating due to unpredictable weather and dark locations outside the city. However, this guided boat tour from Reykjavik makes it easier and far more comfortable. Cruise into the calm waters of Faxafloi Bay, where conditions are ideal for stargazing and spotting the elusive aurora. Learn about the science and folklore behind the northern lights while you relax on board and enjoy a warm drink (own expense).

Admiring the aurora borealis is high on many Iceland visitors' wishlists, but spotting the lights is notoriously tricky. This tour from Reykjavik—led by expert aurora-hunter guides using up-to-date technology—maximizes your chances. Leave the light pollution of Iceland’s capital behind as your guide takes you to the best location to see the northern lights. If they don't appear, you can even join a repeat tour for free.

Increase your chances of spotting one of Iceland's wildest natural attractions on a northern lights cruise from Reykjavik. Before boarding your sightseeing vessel, learn the science behind the aurora borealis from your guide. Then, wrap up warm and head onto the water. Enjoy unobstructed panoramas from the viewing deck, or slip into the heated lounge to purchase warm drinks. Leave the city lights behind in search of the aurora borealis.

This seasonal bus tour from Reykjavik takes you to prime viewing spots for chasing the northern lights with a guide who knows the best locations. The tour includes hotel pickup and offers audio guides in multiple languages. If you don't spot the aurora borealis on your tour night, you can try again free of charge on another evening.

Maximize your chances of seeing the elusive northern lights on this night tour from Reykjavik. Hop aboard a Super Jeep and head away from the city’s light pollution in order to better your chances of seeing the natural phenomenon. With a little luck and clear skies, sightings can occur from fall to spring.

Seize the opportunity to see one of the world’s greatest natural spectacles during this northern lights tour from Reykjavik. Skip the guesswork and venture deep into Iceland’s darkness-cloaked countryside, far from the electric glow of any towns, with a guide who knows how to find the aurora. Stop at different locations to scan the skies for the aurora, and with luck, catch a dazzling display that you’ll remember forever. Hotel pickup is available for added convenience.

Witness the enchanting beauty of the Northern Lights on this intimate evening tour from Reykjavík. Travel in a custom 4x4 Sprinter designed for Iceland’s rugged backroads, with panoramic windows perfect for sky-gazing. Under the guidance of an expert, venture into the countryside, far from city lights, to find the best spots for viewing the auroras. Enjoy complimentary hot cocoa, Icelandic treats, and warm blankets as you marvel at the vibrant displays of color in the Arctic night. This tour is suitable for all explorers aged 6 and up, making it an ideal choice for families and curious travelers alike. - Experience the Northern Lights with an expert guide - Enjoy hot cocoa and Icelandic chocolate treats included - Cozy up with warm blankets during the viewing - Capture memories with included Northern Lights photos

See the best of Iceland's natural attractions in a single day—and leave all the logistics and planning to someone else—on this hassle-free tour. Following pickup from your Reykjavik hotel, head to the Golden Circle sightseeing route to see Thingvellir National Park, Geysir, Gullfoss waterfall, and the Kerid Volcanic Crater. Then, relax in the Blue Lagoon with a complimentary drink and facial mask. After free time in the city for dinner, embark on an adventure to see the northern lights.

Most people chase the northern lights in a car but you can see this natural phenomenon aboard a yacht. Depart from Reykjavik’s Old Harbor and sail past small islands until you reach an area with little to no light pollution, sometimes spotting whales and dolphins along the way. Watch the colorful lights dancing across the sky on the observation deck and warm up with a drink from the onboard bar.

Iceland is one of the best locations in the world to spot the northern lights, but catching the unique phenomenon hinges on getting away from the light pollution of the city. From Reykjavik, head deep into Iceland’s rugged countryside, then hop aboard an ATV to embark on a special nighttime tour. As you explore, a local guide directs you to the spots that maximize your chances of spotting the lights.

Many traveler come to Iceland hoping for a glimpse of the northern lights, but the elusive phenomenon is best seen outside of the city, in the company of an expert who knows the best spots for spotting the elusive aurora. This tour from Reykjavik takes you into the countryside to a site specially chosen to provide the best chances of seeing the lights on the night. Hot drinks, snacks, and woolen blankets are provided to keep you cozy while you wait for the show.

Experience the northern lights before you see them in real life with this exhibition in Reykjavik. You'll get to learn all about the history and significance of the northern lights, including the mythology around the Arctic. You'll also get to see what the lights look like using interactive displays and virtual reality and even watch a film projection of some of the best displays of the lights Iceland has ever seen.

Give yourself the best chance of seeing the northern lights during your time in Iceland, all thanks to this hassle-free, private tour. Following convenient pickup from Reykjavik, head out after dark, and travel beyond city limits to an ideal viewing area; your guide keeps a close eye on the conditions to choose a spot on the night. Along the way, learn more about the history and mythology of the vibrant atmospheric phenomenon.

Relax in comfort on a guided bus tour through North Iceland, led by local experts to witness the stunning Northern Lights.