Reykjavík: Northern Lights Tour

Northern Lights Iceland

See the glory of the northern lights in Iceland! Unforgettable experience!

Our tour takes you to see a spectacular phenomenon which can be seen from late August to mid-April. The northern lights, also known as the aurora borealis, are caused by the interaction of particles from the sun with the upper atmosphere near the Magnetic Pole.  

Special offer for limited time only!

Free admission to Aurora Reykjavik included on travel dates until the end of the season (15. April 2026)

Your tour includes admission to the Aurora Reykjavík Northern Lights Centre, where you can immerse yourself in an interactive exhibition, a captivating movie theatre, and a Virtual Reality Aurora experience scheduled for the same date as your tour.
Free admission included worth 3.900 isk (26EUR/28USD)
Read more about aurorareykjavik.is  

Where do we go to see the northern lights in Iceland?

Our experts decide where the best location is each night, so the exact route is not known in advance. One of the most important factors is that we avoid the city lights. Based on the weather and aurora forecast, we decide if it is worth going at all. If so, our experts will decide on the best place to go. 

What to expect on your Northern Lights tour:

• It may be cold outside even though our buses are warm and comfortable. You will have plenty of time to take photos, so we recommend that you dress warmly and wear sturdy shoes. We recommend three layers: a cap, gloves, warm socks, and a warm jacket.

• Despite all our efforts, we cannot guarantee that you will see the aurora. If we do NOT see northern lights on the tour, passengers can rebook for another evening.

• A refund is not possible when we go on the tour and do not see the northern lights.

• Your rebook ticket is only valid for you; you can not assign your ticket to someone else.

• The tours are planned using larger buses, so large groups. Small group tours are also available - see Northern Lights - Small Group Tour. 

• You will get some basic information from our guides on how to get the best pictures of the lights.

• Our guides are experts in the aurora, where to hunt them down and how to take pictures of the lights, so please do not hesitate to ask them about the northern lights or for assistance with your photography.

• The age limit for this tour is six years old. 

• Please note that looking for the aurora is a hunting tour. Civilisation is left behind (including conventional WCs) to increase our chances of seeing the aurora. Auroras are best seen outdoors at night in Iceland’s winter. Your well-being on the tour depends on your clothing.ts are non-transferable).

Please note

• Remember to dress warmly.

• This tour depends on weather and activity, so sightings are not guaranteed.

• Indicated return times can vary due to road & weather conditions.

• If you don't see any lights on the tour, you can re-book again for free.

• The tour is scheduled daily. However, we cancel the tour if the weather forecast and the aurora are not promising enough. When a tour is cancelled, we inform you the day before. Those booked can change their booking to another date or get a full refund, given that they have not been on the tour before.

• Once you have joined a departure, the tour is non-refundable regardless of whether the lights are visible.

Iceland’s winter beauty comes with icy paths—be safe! We recommend using crampons, available for example at BSÍ bus station, for secure footing. Enjoy the adventure responsibly!