About this experience
4x4 Northern Lights Tour from Reykjavik with Photographer — Aurora Reykjavik Start
Meet at Aurora Reykjavik or at your accomidation and head out in a heated 4x4 to chase the Northern Lights.
Our expert guide and pro photographer monitor aurora and weather in real time to find dark-sky locations for the best viewing and long-exposure photos.
Enjoy stops for photo opportunities of you under the aurora,
Plus complimentary hot cocoa (optional rum) and traditional Icelandic pastries.
Small groups, comfortable vehicle, and professional edited digital photos included. Duration 3–5 hours.
Departure from central Reykjavik. Bring warm layers; cameras and tripods welcome.
Book this Reykjavik aurora tour with photographer to capture stunning Northern Lights memories.
Entrance to the Aurora Reykjavik Museum is included.
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
- Participants are advised to wear warm clothes and comfortable walking shoes
What is included
- Unlimited Retry
- Icelandic nature in the dark
- Hot Chocolate with optional Brennivin or Rum
- Small Group
- Free photos of you with the Northern lights
Itinerary and highlights
Hop on board and travel on this hunt for the breathtaking Northern Lights. Take in the stunning scenery of the Icelandic landscape while keeping an eye on the sky for this elusive but incredible sight. This tour is perfect for those who’d like to witness one of the world’s greatest wonders in comfort.
You will be picked up in Reykjavík in the evening. You will be driven away from the lights of the city to the darkened countryside for the best possible view of these bright dancing lights. On your journey, you will be driven by an expert guide who will look for gaps in the clouds and signs of the aurora borealis. They will pick the best location to see this beautiful light display and entertain you with information about the Icelandic nature.
On the way to the perfect spot, you will be driven through the stunning Icelandic landscape. You will travel past fields and mountains and get an unbelievable nighttime view of the country.
Meeting and pickup information
- - Pick up starts from 21:00 and can take up to 30 mins.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Gravel Travel
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Participants are advised to wear warm clothes and comfortable walking shoes
- Please add a pick up location
- Not suitable for children under 8
- The size of your group can grow if there have been cancellations several nights in a row due to weather.
- We aim to send out a email before 18:30 in case of cancellation.
- If the tour is cancelled due to bad weather you will receive a full refund or be able to rebook for another date
- Northern Lights sightings are not always guaranteed. If unforeseen circumstances prevent viewing the activity provider offers another tour within two years of your original tour
- Pick up starts from 21:00 and can take up to 30 mins.
- You can then use you ticket to visit the Aurora museum at your leisure during their regular opening times before or after your tour: aurorareykjavik.is
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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