
Northern Lights Private Tour with Local Guide from Reykjavik
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Is Northern Lights Private Tour with Local Guide from Reykjavik worth booking?
Northern Lights Private Tour with Local Guide from Reykjavik is a 5-hour experience in Reykjavik, Iceland, from $1500 per person. It scores 45 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 45 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $1500 per person
Experience the magic of the Northern Lights on a private tour designed for flexibility, comfort, and the best possible chance to see the aurora. Your expert guide from Icetrek will pick you up in Reykjavík and take you a
What you get
About this experience
Experience the magic of the Northern Lights on a private tour designed for flexibility, comfort, and the best possible chance to see the aurora. Your expert guide from Icetrek will pick you up in Reykjavík and take you away from city lights to carefully selected locations where the sky conditions are most favorable. Enjoy a relaxed evening under the Arctic sky while your guide helps you capture photos of the aurora and the surrounding landscapes. Warm drinks and local insight make the experience even more memorable. If the Northern Lights do not appear, you will receive the option to join our standard tour free of charge. This private Northern Lights tour is perfect for families, couples, photographers, and anyone looking for a more personal aurora experience in Iceland.
What's included
Included
- Blankets for added warmth
- Hot Chocolate Drinks and Icelandic Snacks
- PRO Photos and tips to capture the Northern Lights
Not included
- Personal winter clothing (jackets, boots, gloves, hats)
- Camera equipment or tripods
What you'll see and do
Reykjavik
Experience the Northern Lights on an exclusive private tour with a local Icelandic guide. Travel in a comfortable 4×4 vehicle, fully equipped for Icelandic winter roads, allowing access to remote locations far from artificial light—where the chances of seeing the Aurora Borealis are highest. Each night, your guide carefully plans the route based on real-time weather and solar activity forecasts, adjusting plans as needed to find clear skies. While waiting for the lights, enjoy hot chocolate, traditional Icelandic snacks, warm blankets, and the peaceful Icelandic night. When the Northern Lights appear, your professional photographer-guide captures high-quality photos of you and your group beneath the aurora—an unforgettable keepsake. Weather conditions are monitored continuously. If the tour is canceled due to poor conditions, you may reschedule or receive a full refund. If no lights are seen, you can rebook once on a standard small-group Northern Lights tour.
240 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
NL Private Tour 1 to 4 Pax
Pickup included
NL Private Tour 5 to 8 Pax
Pickup included
NL Private Tour 14 to 19 Pax
Pickup included
NL Private Tour 9 to 13 Pax
Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- ICETREK, Iceland tour operator
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $1500 to $2344
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 45
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Northern Lights Private Tour with Local Guide from Reykjavik: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Reykjavik.
How much does Northern Lights Private Tour with Local Guide from Reykjavik cost?
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Prices start at $1500 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 with Local Guide from Reykjavik take?
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Plan for about 5 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 with Local Guide from Reykjavik worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 45 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 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 with Local Guide 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 with Local Guide from Reykjavik suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Northern Lights Private Tour with Local Guide from Reykjavik?
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Around 0 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 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Northern Lights Private Tour with Local Guide 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, Reykjavík Small group Walking Tour - by CityWalk. 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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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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