Private 4-Hour Northern Lights Hunting Tour with Pick-Up from Reykjavik

Embark on an unforgettable northern lights hunting tour from Reykjavik with a private guide who doubles as a professional photographer. This exclusive tour is ideal for anyone seeking the best possible view of the aurora borealis and wishing to capture high-quality memories of this life-changing experience.

Your adventure begins in the evening when your local guide picks you up directly from your accommodation in Reykjavik. Leaving behind the city lights, you’ll head into Iceland’s mysterious, dark landscapes, where your guide will combine local knowledge with real-time weather data to select the most promising viewing location.

Without a set destination, each tour is different, tailored to the conditions and aiming to maximize your chance of seeing the northern lights. Depending on the forecast, you might journey to the rugged Reykjanes peninsula, where barren lava fields stretch beneath expansive skies, or travel to Thingvellir National Park, where North America and Eurasia drift apart.

Other breathtaking locations in Iceland’s south and west are also possible, each providing unique backdrops. Along the way, your guide will share insights about the areas you pass, answering questions about Icelandic history, culture, and the fascinating science behind the aurora borealis.

Once you reach an ideal, dark location away from light pollution, you’ll settle in and wait for the northern lights to appear. To keep you warm, your guide will provide hot chocolate and traditional Icelandic kleina pastries. As your eyes adjust, the distractions from the cold weather will be replaced by the excitement and anticipation of witnessing the dancing lights.

When the northern lights appear, they paint the sky in mesmerizing waves of colors and shapes, swirling and dancing amidst the stars. This celestial display has captivated cultures worldwide, with many believing it to be a message from gods, spirits, or ancestors.

Fortunately, your guide’s photography expertise means you won’t miss a single moment or have to fiddle with your camera in the dark. They will capture high-quality photos of the lights and your group, ensuring a collection of memories you can treasure forever. A link to your images will be sent to you the next day.

By booking this private tour, you’ll experience the northern lights with only your group, creating a deeply personal experience. After the display, your guide will drive you back to your accommodation in Reykjavik, ending a wonder-filled evening.

Should you miss the northern lights on your first outing, a complimentary second tour will be offered for another chance to witness the spectacle.

Don’t miss out on witnessing the magic of the northern lights in Iceland on this exclusive private tour from Reykjavik. Check availability now by choosing a date.