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Northern Lights and Stargazing

Reykjavík, Iceland
Nature Tours
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About this activity

This nature tours is one of the standout things to do in Reykjavík, Iceland. it combines the highlights below into a single, easy-to-book experience from €216 per person. Small group with a professional and friendly local guide.

Northern Lights & Stargazing – Small Group Experience

Join us for a cozy and personal Northern Lights adventure!
We pick you up and whisk you away from the city glow to remote locations chosen through expert analysis of meteorology and space weather data giving you the best possible chance to witness the Aurora Borealis in peace and quiet.

At our selected spot, while waiting for the lights to appear, we’ll use our powerful stargazing telescope to explore the wonders of the night sky! From the craters of the Moon to Saturn’s rings and deep space objects millions of light years away.*

Your Chances of Seeing the Northern Lights

The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and can never be guaranteed. For a successful sighting, three elements must align:
Solar wind
Darkness
A clear or partly clear sky

We maximize our chances with exceptional weather expertise, the first and most crucial step in Northern Lights hunting. With over a decade of experience, our success rate is an impressive 90%.

When chances are low, we cancel the tour and offer a free re-schedule or full refund.
If you join a tour and don’t see the lights, you’re welcome to join again for free, as often as needed within 2 years.

Tour Details

  • Go/No-Go Decision: Sent by email no later than 18:30 on the day of your tour.
  • Pick-up: From your doorstep anywhere in central Reykjavík, between 21:00–21:30 (9–9:30pm).
  • Duration: Approximately 3–5 hours, depending on conditions.
  • Group Size: Minimum 2, maximum 7 guests per guide/vehicle (up to 2 vehicles traveling together).
  • Destination: Determined by the weather, we go where the skies are clearest.
  • Included:
    Pick-up & drop-off
    Guided Super Jeep tour
    Stargazing with telescope*
    Photos under the Northern Lights*
    Traditional Icelandic homemade hot chocolate & pastry

What to Wear

Dress warmly! Expect to spend extended time outdoors in cold weather.
We recommend:

  • Wool base layers
  • Thick sweater (fleece or wool)
  • Windproof winter jacket & pants (ski gear works great)
  • Winter boots & wool socks
  • Hat & thick mittens
  • Optional: Heat pads for extra warmth

Optional Add-ons

  • Tripod rental (ensure your camera has a tripod mount)
  • Hand & foot warmers (5–8 hours of cozy warmth)

Please Note

The Northern Lights, or their intensity, can never be guaranteed.
Stargazing depends on cloud cover, humidity, and wind, and visible objects vary with Earth’s position in orbit.
If you don’t see the lights, you’re always welcome to join again for free within 2 years.

Good to know

  • •Duration: approximately 5 hours.
  • •Confirmation is instant — your spot is secured the moment you book.
  • •Offered in 2 languages.
  • •Confirm weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear before you go.

Who it's for

First-time visitorsCouplesSmall groups

Best time to visit

Reykjavík is rewarding year-round, but spring and early autumn typically bring the most comfortable temperatures and thinner crowds than peak summer. Morning departures tend to be quieter and cooler; booking ahead is recommended in high season as popular nature tours slots in Reykjavík sell out.

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