When is the best time to see the Northern Lights?

The Northern Lights season in Iceland runs from September to March. The best months are October, November, February, and March, when nights are long and dark.

Are Northern Lights guaranteed?

The aurora is a natural phenomenon and cannot be guaranteed. However, we offer a free re-booking if the lights do not appear on your tour.

Can I combine Northern Lights with the Golden Circle?

Yes — our Golden Circle & Northern Lights combo tour visits the three main attractions during the day and hunts for aurora in the evening.

Dress very warmly in multiple layers. Temperatures can drop to -10°C or lower. We recommend thermal base layers, a warm jacket, hat, gloves, and warm boots.

Do you provide photography tips?

Yes — our guides are experienced aurora photographers and will help you set up your camera or phone for the best shots.

Sep–Mar

Northern Lights Tours from Reykjavik

Chase the aurora borealis across Iceland's dark skies — September to March.

Iceland is one of the best places on Earth to see the Northern Lights, and our tours are designed to maximize your chances. We combine aurora hunting with Golden Circle sightseeing for an unforgettable winter experience. Our expert guides use real-time aurora forecasts and cloud-cover maps to find the best viewing locations away from light pollution. Northern Lights tours run from September through March, when Iceland's long dark nights create ideal conditions for aurora viewing. All tours include warm drinks, hotel pickup, and a re-booking guarantee if the lights do not appear.

Aurora Hunting

Expert guides with real-time forecasts

Photo Opportunities

Guides help you capture the lights

Re-booking Guarantee

Free retry if no lights appear

Warm Drinks

Hot chocolate to keep you cosy

Available Tours

All tours include hotel pickup, expert local guide, and free cancellation.

Large Group

The Classic Icelandic Northern Lights Bus Tour

4.5(489)

The classic affordable Northern Lights experience with comfortable transport.

5 hoursUp to 50 guests

From

15.900 kr.

per person

Northern Lights Tour

4.7(312)

Hunt for the aurora borealis with expert guides and real-time forecasts.

4-6 hoursUp to 15 guests

Northern Lights Boat Tour

4.6(203)

A unique aurora viewing experience from Faxaflói Bay.

4 hoursUp to 40 guests

From

29.900 kr.

per person

Golden Circle Classic and Northern Lights Mystery

4.8(156)

Golden Circle sightseeing by day, aurora hunt by night.

14-16 hoursUp to 30 guests

From

34.900 kr.

per person

Northern Lights And ATV Tours

4.7(98)

Combine an ATV adventure with an aurora hunt on this combo tour.

6 hoursUp to 12 guests

Private Northern Lights Tour

4.9(87)

Exclusive private aurora tour with a personal guide and customised route.

5-7 hoursUp to 4 guests

Exclusive Small Group Tour: Northern Lights Adventure in Iceland

4.9(44)

Premium small-group aurora experience with photography assistance.

5-7 hoursUp to 8 guests

From

69.900 kr.

per person

Pickup included from Reykjavík

All tours on this page include hotel pickup. Pickup begins 30 minutes before departure from designated bus stops across Reykjavík city centre, suburbs, Keflavík Airport, and cruise terminals. Your exact stop is confirmed at booking.

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Why Book a Northern Lights Tour with Us?

Our guides are aurora experts who know Iceland's best viewing spots. We use real-time forecasts, offer a re-booking guarantee, and keep groups small so everyone has a great experience.

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