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.
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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11,161 reviewsFrom $73by Northern Lights Bus
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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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2,977 reviews4 hoursFrom $107by Northern Lights Bus
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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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2,887 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $175.22by Reykjavik Out Luxury Tours
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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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2,068 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $172.41by EastWest
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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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2,012 reviews2 to 3 hours (approx.)From $56.84by Perlan Museum
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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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1,921 reviews3 to 5 hours (approx.)From $63.32by Gray Line Iceland
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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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1,782 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $76.00by BusTravel Iceland
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Experience Iceland’s mesmerizing Northern Lights on a 3-hour tour from Reykjavik with expert guides, multiple languages, WiFi, and a lifetime guarantee.
★ 3.7“The sky made a show after a few minutes of arrival. Too bad it was near highway - the cars were blinding ...”
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1,578 reviews3 hoursFrom $73by Rvk Sightseeing
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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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1,253 reviews2 hoursFrom $93by Sea trips Reykjavík
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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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1,183 reviews3 to 5 hours (approx.)From $73.00by Reykjavik Excursions
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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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965 reviews3 to 5 hours (approx.)From $140.28by Iceland Everywhere Tours
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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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761 reviewsFrom $69by ICELANDIA
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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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729 reviews3.5 hoursFrom $61by Soleil de Minuit
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Yearning for a mesmerizing encounter with the Northern Lights in Reykjavik, where expert guidance and exclusive photo opportunities await - are you ready to discover more?
★ 4.3“Our tour guide Christian was amazing…very knowledgeable and passionate…a lot of fun!!”
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718 reviews5 hoursFrom $95by David The Guide Iceland
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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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697 reviews3.5 hoursFrom $73by Gray Line Iceland
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