About this experience
Hunt for the aurora lights on this bus tour that includes hotel transfers in Reykjavik Seek out clear skies to help you capture the perfect northern lights photo with the help of a guide.
Highlights
- Hear about the mythology and science behind this natural wonder
- Free retry tour if you don't see the aurora at the first attempt
- Learn how to take the best photographs of the Northern Lights
- Search for the Northern Lights in the magical northern winter
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Aurora hunting guide
- Hot chocolate and a sweet treat
- Digital photos of you with the lights
- Second chance Northern Lights bus tour (if you don't see the lights on the first tour)
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Embark on an evening trip to see the Aurora Borealis. Hear fascinating facts about them from your guides, and search to see the lights firsthand.
Depart the bright lights of Reykjavík city center to see the dancing lights of the Aurora Borealis. Also known as the “Northern Lights,” it is one of the most spectacular shows during winter months.
Head for wherever meteorologists have predicted the lights will be at their best that night. To get stunning views of the sky you will aim for areas with no artificial light.
Hear explanations of how the Aurora Borealis is caused as a result of the gaseous particles in the Earth’s atmosphere colliding with charged particles released from the Sun’s atmosphere.
Benefit from an itinerary that includes stops for you to go outside and take photographs. The locations visited differ from day to day, but you will head in the direction with the most chance of seeing Mother Nature at work.
As the tour is weather-dependent and sightings are not guaranteed, you are also invited to join another Northern Lights bus tour free of charge if the lights don’t appear.
Things to note
- Hiking shoes
- Camera
- Warm clothing
Terms & conditions
The northern lights are a natural phenomenon and can never be guaranteed
Photos often depict the Northern Light's colors as stronger than they may be seen with your own eyes