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15 Best Northern Lights Tours from Reykjavik

Northern lights chasing is a gamble, so this list favors operators who stack the odds. The season runs September to mid April, and good guides follow gaps in the cloud rather than fixed spots. Check the rebooking terms first; the best companies let you retry free until the sky delivers.

1.Iceland: Northern Lights Bus Tour From Reykjavik

Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of the Aurora Borealis on the 'Iceland: Northern Lights Bus Tour From Reykjavik', where nature's enchantment awaits...

Most Popular★ 4.1

“David was our guide yesterday, 19th April 2025, and during the trip he did his wonders by explaining us how the northern lights appear and how some countries explained through mythology in the past. Super interesting. Thank you David! We got a cup of hot…”

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2.Small-Group Premium Northern Lights Tour From Reykjavik

Mysterious lights dance in the Icelandic sky on the Small-Group Premium Northern Lights Tour from Reykjavik, promising an exclusive experience full of enchantment and wonder.

★ 4.4

“We were very happy to see the northern lights as we’re expecting it to be hard due to cloud cover - but fortunately the forecast was wrong. Our guide was super friendly and engaging and found some spots that felt off the beaten path (I…”

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3.#1 Northern Lights Tour in Iceland From Reykjavik With PRO Photos

Experience the #1 Northern Lights tour in Iceland from Reykjavik with professional photos. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to witness the stunning beauty of the Northern Lights!

★ 4.5

“It was a cold clear night but unfortunately Northern Lights didn't illuminate. We're going to reschedule for another night. Our tour guide BG made it a fun evening nonetheless.”

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4.Northern Lights Small-Group Tour From Reykjavík – Reykjavik

Experience the magical Northern Lights on a small-group tour from Reykjavík in 2024. Book your spot now for an unforgettable adventure in Reykjavik!

★ 4.5

“Our guide Wojtek found the perfect spot to view the lights. He even knew what time they would be at their peak. It was overall an incredible experience. I definitely recommend this activity.”

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5.Perlan Museum – Wonders of Iceland & Áróra Northern Lights Planetarium Show

Experience the wonders of Iceland at the Perlan Museum, where you can explore the Áróra Northern Lights Planetarium Show and learn about the natural beauty of the country.

★ 4.5

“Way better than I expected. The combination of northern lights exhibit, ice cave, and the new emersion volcano exhibit represented key features of Iceland. The teaching was done creatively.”

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6.Northern Lights Night Tour From Reykjavik

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Northern Lights on a night tour from Reykjavik. Don't miss out on this unforgettable opportunity to witness nature's most spectacular light show. Book your tour today!

★ 3.5

“Me and my daughter joined the northern lights tour, Kristoff (hope that’s right) and driver (sorry) your driving was excellent, Kristoff was very funny and kept us amused. We were lucky to catch a good look, the moon was bright and cloudy so wasn’t holding…”

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7.Northern Lights Bus Tour From Reykjavik

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Northern Lights on a bus tour from Reykjavik. Book your tour now and witness this natural phenomenon in all its glory!

★ 4.0

“We had an absolutely incredible Northern Lights tour! The forecast and probability of seeing the lights were low, but thanks to Michael’s experience and expertise, he knew exactly where to take us and how the night might unfold. It ended up being one of the…”

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9.Reykjavik: Northern Lights Yacht Tour

Hunt for the elusive Northern Lights aboard a yacht in Reykjavik's serene waters, where magic awaits under the starlit sky.

★ 4.4

“A great trip- our guide was great with taking photos and telling us all about the northern lights and the stars we could see. The boat was great- hot chocolate was enjoyed by both of us. Seeing the northern lights change and dance was so…”

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10.Northern Lights Tour From Reykjavik

Experience the breathtaking Northern Lights on a tour from Reykjavik. Join us for an unforgettable adventure and witness the beauty of the Aurora Borealis in Iceland.

★ 4.0

“Although we didn’t see the lights, it was still a goop trip. You stand in the middle of now where, surrounded by an old lava field and you can see what feels like a million stars. We did see shooting stars, which was great and…”

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11.Northern Lights Midnight Adventure From Reykjavík

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Northern Lights on a midnight adventure from Reykjavík. Don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness this natural wonder!

★ 5.0

“Guide (patrick) had the most amazing knowledge of northern lights - learnt so much. His photography is wonderful. A small company that should be fully supported”

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12.From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Tour

Uncover the enchanting secrets of the Northern Lights tour in Reykjavik, where celestial wonders await under the Arctic skies...

★ 3.7

“The tour took us to the perfect spot to see the Northern Lights even when we thought was zero chance to see them. They are very knowledgeable and professional”

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13.Reykjavik: Northern Lights Adventure Tour with Hot Chocolate

Experience Iceland's Northern Lights with a guided tour from Reykjavik, featuring expert guides, cozy transport, and hot chocolate—an unforgettable adventure.

★ 4.2

“5/5 — A Truly Magical Northern Lights Experience This Northern Lights tour was honestly such a beautiful experience. Everything was really well organized, and our guide was incredibly sweet. He didn’t rush anything, didn’t talk too fast, and really made sure everyone could follow along…”

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15.From Reykjavik: The Original 3.5 Hour Northern Lights Tour

Hunt for the elusive Northern Lights on a mesmerizing tour departing from Reykjavik, where nature's most spectacular show awaits under the Icelandic night sky.

★ 3.7

“The tour guide Arman was great, he had some jokes on the way to the spot that we were going. He was very attentive and explained what and how the northern lights worked. We all got great pictures of the lights, even pictures of them…”

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4.7From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Tour With Hot Cocoa & Photos4 hours$169 4.1From Reykjavik: Golden Circle and Northern Lights Tour9 hours$153 5.03-Day Ice Cave, South Coast, Golden Circle and Northern Lights From Reykjavik3 days (approx.)$1,058.14 4.5Northern Lights Cruise From Downtown Reykjavik2 hours (approx.)$105.00 4.3From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Sightseeing Cruise2 hours$88 4.0Northern Lights Yacht Cruise in Reykjavik2 hours (approx.)$94.00 4.8Reykjavik: Aurora Minibus w/ Pro Photos & Free Retry4 hours$148 4.4From Reykjavik: Golden Circle and Northern Lights Combo9 hours$165 4.5Excellent Northern Lights Small-Group Minibus Tour From Reykjavik$249 5.0Northern Lights Tour With the Aurora Viking3 to 5 hours (approx.)$148.50 4.0Northern Lights Cruise From Reykjavik Including Photos2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$108.13 5.04×4 Minibus Northern Lights with Photo and snacks from Reykjavik4 hours (approx.)$145.18 4.5Aurora Reykjavík, The Northern Lights Center Entrance Ticket1 hour (approx.)$33.00 4.5Northern Lights Tour by Superjeep From Reykjavik4 hours (approx.)$254.07 4.5The Ultimate Northern Lights Tour With All Inclusive4 to 6 hours (approx.)$212.00 5.0Northern Lights and Stargazing:Small Group Tour With Local Guides From Reykjavik3 to 5 hours (approx.)$234.50 4.0Northern Lights Minibus Tour From Reykjavik Including Free Photos4 hours (approx.)$106.44 4.5Northern Lights Premium Tour From Reykjavik4 hours (approx.)$109.00 4.0Small-Group Northern Lights Tour From Reykjavik in a Super Jeep – FREE Photos4 hours (approx.)$171.23 5.0Golden Circle Afternoon and Northern Lights Tour From Reykjavik10 hours (approx.)$239.62 4.4Reykjavík: 4×4 Minibus Northern Lights with Photo and Cocoa$136 4.7Reykjavík: Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon, and Aurora Tour$338 4.52 Day Ice Cave & South Coast: Glacier Hike, Jokulsarlon Lagoon & Northern Lights2 days (approx.)$671.46 3.9Reykjavik: Northern Lights Guided Boat Tour2.5 hours$106