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Private Northern Lights Tour

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Reykjavík, Iceland
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About this activity

Chase the aurora borealis across Iceland's night sky on a private 4-hour guided excursion tailored to optimal viewing conditions. Your dedicated team monitors real-time weather patterns to position you where the northern lights are most likely to perform, combined with visits to the Aurora Museum and warming refreshments.

The northern lights are often described as being: magical, spiritual, beautiful, moving, mystical, breathtaking, transfixing, unique and a must see in you life! Our Private Northern Lights Tour is the perfect way to witness the spectacular natural phenomenon in a special evening, tailored to you. 

This stunning light display occurs high in the upper atmosphere of the earth as a result of solar winds colliding with the magnetic field of our planet. Our Northern Lights team works hard throughout the day, checking on weather data in order to best predict a location where the lights should be clearly visible. The locations visited are variable each day as we head in the direction with the most chances of seeing Northern Lights. 

We operate our private Northern Lights tours on a comfortable coaches equipped with WiFi. Our expert guides are on hand to provide you with a magical and memorable experience. Our tour additionally include a visit to the Aurora Museum and light refreshments to warm you up. 

Please note the tour price is per vehicle, not per passenger.

Highlights

  • ✓Real-time weather tracking to chase the best northern lights viewing locations
  • ✓Private vehicle experience with expert aurora guides
  • ✓Aurora Museum visit to learn the science behind the phenomenon
  • ✓Comfortable coach with WiFi connectivity
  • ✓Hot refreshments included to stay warm during the evening

Insider tips

  • ★The tour location changes nightly based on cloud cover and aurora forecasts—dress in extreme cold-weather layers regardless of what you think you'll need
  • ★Bring a tripod and camera with manual settings if you want to capture quality photos; guides can offer composition advice
  • ★Clear, moonless nights in December–February offer the highest visibility rates

Good to know

  • •Price is per vehicle (not per person), making it economical for small groups
  • •Tour duration is 4 hours; plan for evening departure
  • •Comfortable coach transportation with heated interior and WiFi
  • •Hot beverages provided, but bring additional layers and waterproof outerwear

Who it's for

First-time aurora hunters wanting expert guidance and flexible location strategyCouples and small groups seeking a private, personalised evening experiencePhotography enthusiasts wanting professional positioning for optimal shotsVisitors with limited time looking for one signature Icelandic natural phenomenon

Best time to visit

September to March offers the longest dark hours; December through February provides peak aurora season with frequent, intense displays. Clear nights are rarer in winter but visibility is best; September and March offer moderate activity with slightly better weather odds.

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