Northern Lights Privat Tour

Pickup and drop in Reykjavík

Flexible pickup 20:00, 20:30, 21:00, 21:30, 22:00

Mini bus or 4x4 jeep

Sept to March

Four hours

Easy

Price for groups from 192.372 ISK

Travel in comfort and safety with our 4x4 buses, specially equipped for Icelandic winter conditions, including studded tires and independent heaters that keep the vehicle warm even when the engine is off.

During the outdoor viewing sessions, we provide cozy blankets, hot drinks, and snacks to keep you comfortable. It is important to be dressed for cold conditions.

Our guides share insights into Icelandic culture, history and sagas, along with tips for capturing of the Aurora.

Group price for private Northern Lights Experience:

  • Price per vehicle (for 1 - 4 passengers) 192.376 ISK

  • Price per vehicle (for 5 - 8 passengers) 220.000 ISK

  • Price per vehicle (for 9 - 13 passengers) 240.000 ISK

  • Price per Vehicle (for 13 - 19 passengers) 260.000 ISK

    Contact us for quote for groups and individuals email: icetrek@icetrek.is or call us: +354 497 1410

Pickup times

  • We offer this tour from the 13th of September to 31st of March.

  • Pickup time is flexible: 20:00, 20:30, 21:00, 21:30, 22:00

  • We pick up at bus stops, hotels and guesthouses in the Reykjavík Capital area.

What to wear in Northern Lights Tour

Base Layer: Thermal underwear to stay warm and dry.

Insulation: Fleece or down jacket to trap heat.

Outer Layer: Waterproof and windproof jacket and pants for weather protection.

Accessories: Warm gloves or mittens, a hat covering your ears, a scarf or gaiter, and optional hand/foot warmers.

Footwear: Thick wool socks and insulated, waterproof boots with good traction for icy terrain.

Best conditions to see the Northern Lights

Location: Areas away from light pollution with clear.

Weather: Clear, cloudless skies. Our guides carefully analyze cloud forecasts to select optimal locations.

Timing: Dark hours between mid-August and end of April

Activity: Stronger displays occur during higher solar activity. Our guides monitor solar forecasts to maximize your chances of witnessing the lights.

If we don’t See the Northern Lights?

The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, and sightings cannot be guaranteed. We carefully choose locations with the best possible conditions, but sometimes nature doesn’t cooperate.

  • If no lights are seen, you can rebook for another attempt.

  • If we cancel the tour due to poor conditions, you can rebook or receive a full refund.

For rebooking or information contact icetrek@icetrek.is

Included:

  • Privat Tour

  • Professional local Guide

  • Photos with the Northern Lights in the background if we are successful

  • Hot chocolate and Icelandic snack

  • Blankets to keep warm

  • Flexible pickup time

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • Flexible pickup and drop of locations