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Minibus Northern Lights Tour from Reykjavík

We take you to discover the incredible northern lights.

📅 Season: September to April

Reykjavík
1 day
English
Starts: From the pick-up point in Reykjavík at 20:30 or 21:30
Ends: Same departure point 4 hours later
Free cancellation!

Briefing

Discover one of the most incredible natural phenomena on the minibus Northern Lights Tour from Reykjavík. With pick-up in the city center, a minibus will take us in search of these unique greenish lights in the sky. Will you join the search? ✨

Tour details

Included

  • Professional guide
  • Transportation in minibus with Wi-Fi
  • Hot chocolate
  • Aurora Museum in Reykjavík entrance ticket

Important information

The entrance to the museum will be valid only for the same day the tour is booked.

The Northern Lights are random phenomena that cannot be predicted, although the stops are specially selected to maximize the chances of seeing them.

Pick-up is free of charge at bus stop 12 in Reykjavík. For an extra cost, you can choose to be picked up at other bus stops or at one of the hotels that offer such a pick-up.

It is possible to do this tour with a small group for an additional cost.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation! If you cancel at least 24 hours before the tour starts, you will receive 100% of the amount paid. After this time, or in case of no-show, no refunds will be given.

Tour itinerary

Minibus northern lights tour Reykjavik

Duration: around 4 hours

Pick up in Reykjavík

Before joining the hunt for Northern Lights, don't forget that this tour includes tickets to the Aurora Museum in Reykjavík. If you want to study and learn more about what you will see that night, don't miss this opportunity.

However, if you prefer not to get spoilers of this adventure, don't worry, our guide will tell you all about it during the bus ride.

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Northern Lights

Our guide will be in charge of finding the best route each day to make each trip unique and to maximize the chances of finding the Northern Lights. Once we find the right spot, we will get off the bus, and it will be time to wait. A campfire to warm us up, some Icelandic music and a cup of hot chocolate will make our wait more enjoyable while the guide will tell us everything we need to know about this spectacle of nature.

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Return to Reykjavík

We know that taking pictures of the night sky is not easy; don't worry, we will make sure that the guide will help you select the best settings for your camera. After admiring this unique sky, taking our pictures and enjoying the delicious hot chocolate, it's time to return to the same pick-up point. The Minibus Northern Lights Tour from Reykjavík will be over, but we will always remember this unique night.

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What to bring to Minibus Northern Lights Tour from Reykjavík

  • Warm clothing
  • Camera

Where does the tour Minibus Northern Lights Tour from Reykjavík start

The minibus will pick you up at bus stop 12 free of charge or at your hotel, so you don't have to worry about anything.

Questions & Answers

  • How does the pick-up work in the trip from Reykjavík to the northern lights ?

    Pick-up is available from bus stop number 12 free of charge, and also from the vast majority of hotels in Reykjavík for a small extra fee. Pick-up from some hotels in the city center is not possible, as traffic is restricted, so you will be picked up at the nearest bus stop. If you have questions about pick up, please contact us.

  • Is there a special price for children?

    Children between 8 and 15 years old have a reduced price. If you want to know more about it, contact us.

  • What happens if we don't get to see the Northern Lights?

    As this is a natural phenomenon, we cannot guarantee that you will see the Northern Lights. In this case, we will offer you an exit ticket with 3 years of validity so that you can have the full experience.

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