Northern Lights Tour: Science and Folklore

Experience the magic of the Northern Lights with expert guidance, cozy snacks, and cultural insights on this intimate Reykjavik tour.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Reykjavik - Begin your evening with a convenient pickup from your designated meeting point in Reykjavik. Climb aboard our 4x4 minibuses, specifically designed to transport you away from the city’s glow to prime locations for witnessing the Northern Lights. Our knowledgeable guides diligently track weather and solar activity to select the optimal…
What's Included
  • Guarantee of small groups
  • Private transportation
  • Local tour guide in English and Spanish
  • On-board WiFi
  • Lunch
  • Pick-up and drop-off in private vehicles of Nordur Travel
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic beverages
Additional Information

Experience convenient hotel pickup and drop-off, along with hot chocolate, traditional pastries, and hand warmers to ensure comfort. Discover the science and folklore of the Northern Lights, and take photos with the assistance of your guide.
The adventure starts with a pickup from your Reykjavík accommodation. As the journey begins, the snowy landscapes…

Location
Reykjavik
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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256nicolep
Apr 6, 2025
Great tour - We had a great Northern lights tour! Kel was a great guide. He knew exactly where to go and exactly what time the lights would be at their peak. When we flew in that afternoon it was in the middle of a snow storm so we didn't have much hope. But it turned out to be a really wonderful night! Hot chocolate and cookies were also delicious and so was the music on the bus. thanks!
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Susanb_c
Apr 5, 2025
Spectacular! - Baldwin was the perfect person to lead our group — really fun and super knowledgable. We saw spectacular Northern Lights that went beyond what we even imagined.
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Raysa_s
Mar 31, 2025
Unforgettable Northern Lights Tour with Kel! - I cannot say enough wonderful things about our Northern Lights tour with Kel! From the moment we met him, it was clear we were in the best hands. Kel was not only incredibly knowledgeable, but also warm, funny, and genuinely passionate about what he does. He went above and beyond to make sure everyone was comfortable and informed, always checking in and offering tips to help us get the most out of the experience. His attentiveness was unmatched; whether it was helping with camera settings, offering warm drinks, or sharing fascinating facts about the lights and the area, Kel made everyone feel cared for. And then... the lights. Absolutely magical. Thanks to Kel’s expertise and persistence, we found the perfect spot, and what we witnessed was nothing short of breathtaking. Waves of green and violet danced across the sky, it was like nature’s own symphony. If you’re thinking about doing a Northern Lights tour, do it. And if you can go with Kel, even better. He turned what could have been just a beautiful night into a truly unforgettable experience.
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Camilocenalazz
Mar 28, 2025
Aurora borealis, unforgettable experience - I recommend the excursion with Kel, impeccable everything, all the information very clear and accurate, we went to the best point to observe the Northern Lights and saw them! To accompany the good vibe of the group, a rich hot chocolate and Icelandic chocolates. Thank you Kel for making that excursion unique!
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Henrygl1772bo
Mar 28, 2025
Excellent tour - Excellent tour with Kel. He gave us a very good explanation about the Northern Lights, it was excellent, it was a great night
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Js9488
Mar 27, 2025
Northern Lights Experience - Great experience with free treats and professional photos! Pick up and drop off was also included in the package which was very convenient since we didn’t rent a car. The tour guide was very knowledge about the lights and knew exactly where to go to ensure we got the best view. Highly recommend the experience
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R4105aichrisa
Mar 27, 2025
Great time - So many photos! Great guide! Was very clear about expectations around seeing the lights but we saw them and it was great!
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Compass699298
Mar 27, 2025
Nice experience - I really enjoyed the experience, the guide knew how to find the best site and we could see the lights and take beautiful photos. Also, chocolate was great
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Carolhjones
Mar 27, 2025
Nice tour - Kelvin was an excellent guide. So friendly and accommodating. He went out of his way to help us see the Northern Lights. We did end up seeing them….faintly and mostly with our phone, but you cannot control nature. It was really cloudy while we were in Iceland. In fact most companies had canceled Northern Lights tours for the previous six days so we were pleased with what we saw and more than happy with our guide.
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C995fygiselles
Mar 27, 2025
Perfect! - The agent guy is a good boy!!! The tour was beautiful and very interesting. The bus is new and confortable, hot chocolate and Iceland’s cool is delicious
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From $136
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).