Top Iceland Northern Lights

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

Spotting the northern lights is notoriously tricky, but you can increase your chances on this tour from Reykjavik that takes you out into the Icelandic countryside and away from the light pollution of the city. Thanks to your guides' knowledge, you'll head to locations where conditions are likely to be clearest. No matter the outcome, enjoy an evening excursion beyond city limits, and keep warm and cozy with provided hot cocoa and blankets.

To maximize your chances of seeing the northern lights in Iceland, you have to get away from any light pollution—easier said than done without a vehicle of your own. Simplify your journey into the darkness with this coach tour from Reykjavik. Guides use local knowledge and data to find the clearest skies, and some departures are bilingual. Warm up along the way with a mug of hot chocolate.

Leave Reykjavík behind and hunt for the Northern Lights in Iceland’s winter wilderness aboard a spacious comfort coach with Wi-Fi and restroom facilities. Throughout the evening, our experienced team monitors live weather, cloud cover, and aurora activity to find the most promising viewing locations. Praised by guests for their knowledge, enthusiasm, and determination, our guides have even been called true “Aurora Whisperers.” Rather than following a fixed route, they adapt the journey in search of darker skies, clearer conditions, and stronger activity. Along the way, learn about the science behind the Aurora and receive practical tips for photographing it with your phone or camera. Enjoy complimentary hot chocolate while waiting beneath Iceland’s night sky. As sightings cannot be guaranteed, you may join one additional scheduled departure free of charge if no Northern Lights are seen, subject to availability.

Join a small-group Northern Lights tour from Reykjavik in a comfortable minibus (maximum 19 guests). Unlike large coach tours, we keep the group size manageable to ensure a more personal experience and better flexibility when chasing clear skies. Your guides are passionate aurora hunters who will not only drive you safely to the best spot but also share fascinating insights about the science and folklore behind this natural wonder. Need help with camera settings? We’re happy to assist so you can capture the moment. Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and sightings cannot be guaranteed. However, if your tour is unsuccessful due to conditions, you can join again on another evening free of charge (subject to availability).

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.

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).

Tick an item off your bucket list and capture the beauty of the northern lights with just your camera or phone during this tour from Reykjavik. Join a small group and head out in search of the natural phenomenon, away from light pollution, and get help from your guide to take photos with your devices. Plus, since aurora sightings aren't guaranteed, you are welcome to join another tour free of charge.

Experience the thrill of hiking to a volcanic eruption site and hunting for the northern lights on the same day, all with this time-saving, combination tour. Instead of organizing a hire car and spending hours planning your itinerary, everything is sorted for you. Start with a guided hike to Fagradalsfjall Volcano, then head out on an evening northern lights hunting tour.

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.

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.

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.

Seek out the Northern Lights in the most exciting way possible: by Super Jeep, an SUV adapted to travel through Iceland’s rugged terrain. Travel out of the Icelandic capital and deep into the countryside, where you’ll search for the best spots for viewing the spectacle. Enjoy complimentary hot chocolate and Icelandic chocolate treats during the tour. If you don’t see the lights, you can rebook a free repeat tour within the next three years.

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.

Maximize your limited time in Iceland with this all-in-one adventure, solving the challenge of fitting everything—literally all Iceland’s best sights—into a short visit. Experience the Golden Circle's volcanic wonders and Secret Lagoon by day, then after a relaxing dinner break, hunt the Northern Lights away from city glare. You’ll also gaze upon iconic waterfalls, geysers, hot and springs—and toast with hot chocolate under the dancing aurora.

Seeing the Northern Lights is a highlight of any trip to Iceland, but finding them on your own can be challenging. This small-group 4x4 Northern Lights tour from Reykjavik is led by experienced local guides who use real-time forecasts and local knowledge to chase the best viewing conditions each night. There’s no fixed route—just smart decisions based on cloud cover, aurora activity, and road conditions. Travel away from city lights in a comfortable 4x4 vehicle, reaching quieter locations that regular buses can’t access. When conditions are right, enjoy the moment while your guide captures professional photos of the aurora and of you—shared after the tour. Why choose this tour: • Maximize your chances with experienced local aurora guides • Small-group experience in a 4x4 vehicle • Escape city lights. Enjoy warm drinks and snacks. • Free rebooking if no Aurora appears - come back at no extra cost • Professional Northern Lights photos included • Pickup/drop-off from Reykjavik included