Reykjavik: Northern Lights Tour with Private Photographer
Hafnarfjardarkaupstadur Municipality, Reykjavik
Embark on a Northern Lights tour in Iceland with a 93% sighting rate. Enjoy an unlimited amount of professional photos, warm jumpsuits, outdoor chairs, and Icelandic snacks.
Northern Lights Small-Group Tour in Reykjavík for Up to 18 Guests
This award-winning Northern Lights tour operates from Reykjavík and suits travelers seeking an intimate, expert-led aurora experience with high sighting rates.
Highlights
- 93% northern lights sighting rate, Iceland's most awarded aurora tour
- Maximum 18 guests for a small-group experience
- Warm snowsuits and outdoor chairs provided on location
- Professional aurora photography included and delivered within 48 hours
- Traditional Icelandic snacks, hot drinks, and Brennivín served under the stars
Description
Aurora Experts holds multiple awards including Travelers' Choice and Best of the Best, ranking it among the top 1% of experiences worldwide. With a 93% sighting rate over five years, this tour offers one of Iceland’s most reliable and intimate Northern Lights experiences.
Groups are capped at 18 guests to avoid crowded buses and rushing. You will enjoy personalized attention from your local expert guide while waiting for the aurora in comfort.
Warm winter snowsuits and comfortable outdoor chairs are provided to keep you relaxed, even during late-night waits past midnight.
Your guide, Heimir, is Iceland born and raised and specializes in aurora forecasting using live satellite data, Bz levels, and advanced weather models to maximize your chances of witnessing the lights. The tour only operates if conditions are right, and unlimited free re-runs are offered if the aurora does not appear.
Professional photography throughout the tour captures full-body, well-lit images that you will receive within 48 hours. These are high-quality photos, not snapshots.
The tour also includes traditional Icelandic snacks such as dried fish, cinnamon rolls, pastries, chocolate, hot cocoa, and Brennivín, served beneath the Arctic sky.
Includes
- Local expert guide and professional photographer
- Professional aurora photos delivered within 48 hours
- Warm winter snowsuits in all sizes
- Comfortable outdoor chairs on location
- Traditional Icelandic snacks and pastries
- Hot cocoa and hot drinks
- Brennivín, traditional Icelandic schnapps
- Tripods for your camera
- Assistance with your camera settings
- Free WiFi on board
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off from Reykjavík
Important Information
- Northern Lights sightings are not guaranteed. In case the lights do not appear, unlimited free retry options are available and valid for two years from the original tour date, no refunds offered.
- If the tour is canceled due to weather or poor aurora conditions, you may choose a full refund or reschedule for another night.
- The tour can be canceled at the last minute if conditions are unfavorable.
- You will receive an email by 18:30 on the day of the tour confirming whether the tour will proceed.
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, dress warmly under provided snowsuits and bring a camera if you want additional personal shots. Booking in advance is recommended especially during peak Northern Lights season (September to April).
