About this experience
Join us for an exciting 4-hour adventure chasing the Northern Lights in a super jeep, away from the crowds. Our spacious SUVs are perfect for navigating Iceland's rugged terrain, taking you on gravel and mountain roads to the best spots for this mesmerizing night sky display. Your expert driver-guide will find the perfect viewing spot while you relax in comfort. Enjoy complimentary hot chocolate and Icelandic treats, cozy up with blankets and hand warmers, and snap unforgettable photos with the Northern Lights in the background! If you miss the lights, no worries—re-book with us for free. With small group sizes, get ready for a personalized and unforgettable experience!
This tour is a small group tour, ensuring a more personalized experience.
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 4 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Hot chocolate & Icelandic Chocolate Treats
- Small group experience
- Guided northern lights tour in the comfort of customized SUV
- Reykjavik pick up & return transfer
- Free Retry on minibus tour valid for 3 years when no Northern Lights are seen
- Free Photos with the Northern Lights
- An expert northern lights guide
Not included
- Food & drinks (except the refreshments mentioned in inclusions)
Itinerary and highlights
Your Northern Lights adventure begins the moment our experienced guide collects you from your chosen pickup spot in Reykjavík, driving a specially equipped 4×4 super jeep designed for the journey ahead.
Once everyone is aboard, we’ll leave the glow of the city behind and venture into the vast, quiet darkness of Iceland’s countryside. As we search the skies for the Aurora Borealis, the route may take us past some of the country’s breathtaking natural landmarks—hidden in shadow but revealed by your guide’s keen eye and knowledge.
By traveling along less-traveled rural roads, we escape the crowds and enjoy a better chance of witnessing the Northern Lights in all their brilliance, along with the serene beauty of Iceland’s night sky.
When the conditions look right, your guide will choose the perfect viewing spot based on the evening’s weather forecasts. Then, it’s time to settle in and wait for nature’s show to unfold. The Northern Lights usually dance about 100 kilometers (60 miles) above the Earth’s surface—an otherworldly display born near the north magnetic pole. Watching ribbons of color sweep across the sky feels almost unearthly, as if the cosmos itself were painting over the night.
Be sure to dress warmly, as the Icelandic night air can be brisk. A fleece sweater or one of our cozy blankets will help keep the chill away while you wait. To make the moment even more comforting, we’ll serve you a steaming cup of cocoa paired with a sweet chocolate bite.
And when the aurora appears, you won’t just see it—you’ll have the memory captured forever. Our guides take photographs each time the Northern Lights reveal themselves, ensuring you’ll go home with your very own picture under the glowing sky.
We will end the adventure with a drop off in Reykjavík from your original pick up location.
Kindly note that the Northern Lights are natural phenomena that are difficult to predict, but our guides do everything in their power to ensure the best chances of seeing them.
Meeting and pickup information
- - Remember, you’re responsible for updating your pick-up location at least 48 hours before your tour. - Pick up times for Magical Auroras is as follows: 25th Aug - 14th Sept: 21:30 (9:30pm) 15th Sept - 14th Mar: 20:30 (8:30pm) 15th Mar - 15th Apr: 21:30 (9:30pm) You’ll find the actual pickup time in the booking process and on your final voucher. Pick up may take up to 30 minutes depending on traffic conditions and your location. Your patience is greatly appreciated.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Arctic Adventures
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Small group experience limited to maximum 16 participants per guide
- A moderate amount of walking is involved, good hiking shoes are highly recommended.
- Warm outdoor clothing is essential, also waterproof clothing, hat and gloves.
- This tour is weather dependent and, as such, is liable to last-minute cancellations (up until 6:15pm on the day)
- If you do not see the northern lights, or if your tour is cancelled due to bad weather, you may rebook for another evening free of charge on a minibus tour (subject to availability). Contact the local supplier in order to rebook. Contact details are mentioned on your voucher.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Questions about this experience
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What are the pickup arrangements?
- Pick up times for Magical Auroras is as follows:
25th Aug - 14th Sept: 21:30 (9:30pm)
15th Sept - 14th Mar: 20:30 (8:30pm)
15th Mar - 15th Apr: 21:30 (9:30pm)
You’ll find the actual pickup time in the booking process and on your final voucher. Pick up may take up to 30 minutes depending on traffic conditions and your location. Your patience is greatly appreciated.
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