Northern Lights Tour: Cozy Night Adventure with Hot Chocolate
- Instant confirmation
- Meet on location, or hotel pickup
- Guided tour in Spanish and English
About this experience
Leave the bright city lights of Reykjavík behind and step aboard a warm, comfortable vehicle as we head into the dark Icelandic countryside in search of the magical Northern Lights. Your journey begins with a relaxing drive through quiet landscapes, where every turn brings the possibility of the aurora dancing across the sky. Along the way, your guide will share insights about Iceland, its folklore, and the science behind the aurora borealis, adding depth to the adventure.
As we find the best viewing spot, you’ll be invited to step outside and look up at the vast starry sky. To keep you cozy, we’ll serve hot chocolate, a comforting touch that makes the wait for the lights even more enjoyable. With luck, the sky will come alive in shades of green, purple, and pink, creating memories you’ll carry for a lifetime.
While sightings can never be guaranteed, our experienced team will do everything possible to maximize your chances. No matter what, you’ll leave with a deeper connection to Iceland’s night sky and the magical stories that surround it. This is more than just a ride—it’s an evening of warmth, wonder, and shared excitement beneath nature’s most breathtaking show.
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What’s included
- Comfortable round-trip transfer from Reykjavík
- Experienced English & Spanish-speaking guide
- Northern Lights hunt away from city light pollution
- Hot chocolate to keep you warm
Not included
- Tips and gratuities
Itinerary
- 1
Departure from Reykjavík
Meet at meeting point and board a comfortable bus. Your guide will welcome you and share insights about the evening ahead.
- 2
Scenic Drive into the Countryside
Leave the city lights behind as you travel through Iceland’s dark and peaceful landscapes, increasing your chances of seeing the aurora.
- 3
Aurora Hunt Stop
The guide will choose the best location based on weather and visibility. Step outside, look up at the starry sky, and wait for the lights to appear.
- 4
Warm Up with Hot Chocolate
Enjoy hot chocolate while sharing stories and keeping cozy as you watch the night sky.
- 5
Return Journey
After an unforgettable evening, relax on the bus ride back to Reykjavík, arriving at the original meeting point.
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- How you meet
- Meet on location, or hotel pickup
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Cancellation policy
- This booking is non-refundable once confirmed.
- Difficulty
- Very easy
- Guide
- Guided tour in Spanish and English
- Start times
- 20:00 · 21:00 · 22:00
Know before you go
- Northern Lights Policy
- Our Northern Lights tours operate whenever there is a reasonable chance of sightings. Please note that the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, and sightings can never be guaranteed.
- Proceeding with Tour: If guests choose to proceed despite being offered a refund, they accept that sightings depend on natural conditions and waive the right to a refund if the lights are not visible.
- Warm clothing, sturdy shoes, and a sense of adventure.
- We recommend that you dress according to the weather conditions. Please keep in mind that the weather in Iceland is extremely variable, so we recommend dressing in layers and always bringing a waterproof outer layer.
Cancellation policy
This booking is non-refundable once confirmed.
Scheduled daytours
Meeting point
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Bus Stop #12 Höfðatorg
- Address
- Þórunnartún 6, Reykjavík, 105, IS
- How you meet
- Meet on location, or hotel pickup
- Coordinates
- 64.14431, -21.91060
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 4 hours.
Can I cancel this booking?
This booking is non-refundable once confirmed.
Is this experience guided, and in what language?
Guided tour in Spanish and English
Is hotel pickup included?
Hotel pickup is available, or you can meet the group on location.
Where does this experience start?
It starts at Bus Stop #12 Höfðatorg, Þórunnartún 6, Reykjavík, 105, IS.
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