Northern Lights Private Tour from Reykjavik in Reykjavik
Reykjavik, Iceland

Northern Lights Private Tour from Reykjavik

Outty Ranking 53 5.0 · 3 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $1350
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Outty Ranking

53/100

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Traveler rating

5.0/5

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Is Northern Lights Private Tour from Reykjavik worth booking?

Northern Lights Private Tour from Reykjavik is a 3-hour experience in Reykjavik, Iceland, from $1350 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
53 / 100
Rating
5/5 (3)
Duration
3 hours
From
$1350 per person

Hunt the northern lights with a vehicle and dedicated English-speaking guide reserved for your group alone. Depending on group size you travel in a comfortable sedan or minivan, picked up door to door from a single addre

What you get

  • Private transportation
  • On-board WiFi
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hot Chocolate
  • Phone chargers
  • All toll taxes, fees and handling and parking charges

About this experience

Hunt the northern lights with a vehicle and dedicated English-speaking guide reserved for your group alone. Depending on group size you travel in a comfortable sedan or minivan, picked up door to door from a single address at your Reykjavík accommodation. The hunt lasts 4 hours: your guide follows cloud cover and aurora forecasts through the evening and drives wherever the chance of a sighting is highest. Time for long exposures, breaks for the kids, or simply quiet watching. Hot chocolate and bottled water are served on board, and your guide helps with camera settings. Aurora sightings cannot be guaranteed, and even a faint but visible display counts as a sighting - real auroras are often subtler than the edited photos online. If no lights are seen, you get a free retry at the nearest available date; a retry may run in a different vehicle or as a small-group tour.

What's included

Included

  • Private transportation
  • On-board WiFi
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hot Chocolate
  • Phone chargers
  • All toll taxes, fees and handling and parking charges
  • Licensed English Driver Guide

Not included

  • Gratuities for your guide (optional, appreciated)

What you'll see and do

  1. Reykjavik

    Your private vehicle picks you up directly from your Reykjavík accommodation at the agreed time. No transfer, no assembly point - the tour starts from your front door. Pickup time will be confirmed 24 hours in advance.

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  2. Iceland

    There is no fixed route on a private aurora hunt. Your guide checks cloud cover and aurora forecasts through the evening and drives to the darkest sky within reach: the countryside around Þingvellir, the shores of Hvalfjörður, or the coastline south of the city. At each viewpoint you stay exactly as long as your group wants, with camera help from your guide.

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  3. Capital Region

    Clear nights are cold nights. While you wait for the lights, warm up with hot chocolate served beside the vehicle and review your first aurora photos with your guide.

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  4. Your private vehicle drops you back directly at your Reykjavík accommodation. Estimated return time is between 11PM and midnight, depending on aurora activity and your group's pace on the night. Door to door, start to finish.

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Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.

Options you can book

  • SEDAN 1-3 Passengers

    SEDAN Pickup included

  • VAN 4-8 Passengers

    VAN Pickup included

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en, pl
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 8 travelers per booking
Operated by
Varen

Know before you go

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Remaining tour time is necessary to possible move to another place with less light polution.

Photos

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Good to know

Duration
3 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$1350 to $1650
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
1
Verdict
Worth a Look

Who runs this experience

Operated by Varen, who run 16 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 49.4.

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Why this scores 53

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)85
Review evidence (18% weight)18
Booking momentum (14% weight)10
Value for money (12% weight)0
Listing quality (10% weight)100
Local standing (8% weight)54
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Northern Lights Private Tour from Reykjavik: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Reykjavik.

How much does Northern Lights Private Tour from Reykjavik cost?

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Prices start at $1350 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Reykjavik usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Northern Lights Private Tour from Reykjavik take?

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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Reykjavik is not rushed.

Is Northern Lights Private Tour from Reykjavik worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Reykjavik, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Northern Lights Private Tour from Reykjavik?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Northern Lights Private Tour from Reykjavik suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Northern Lights Private Tour from Reykjavik?

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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Reykjavik can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Reykjavik and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Northern Lights Private Tour from Reykjavik start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Reykjavik within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Reykjavik?

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On Outty we rank every Reykjavik experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Reykjavik Food Walk - Local Foodie Adventure in Iceland, Small-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater, Silfra Snorkeling Between Continents Photos Included- Self Drive. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Reykjavik?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Reykjavik?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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