Northern Lights departures | Reykjavik, Iceland
Reykjavik Northern Lights balances real-time forecasting with Icelandic hospitality. Choose a Mercedes Sprinter for up to 19 guests or an intimate 14-passenger Superjeep, both including artisan hot chocolate and pro photography support.
Pick-up runs from 20:30 to 21:00 before we drive far from Reykjavik light pollution, pursuing handpicked locations or new intel the moment it arrives, so you sip hot chocolate under the stars while our team captures photos for next-day delivery.
Tonight's KP forecast
5 / ActiveLive magnetometer feed updated every 10 minutes.
Visibility window
21:10 - 01:45 (cloud base 18%)
Both tours include steaming hot chocolate service, pro photography coaching, and flexible routing to keep you under the clearest skies.
Signature experiences
Select between our Mercedes Sprinter or Superjeep - each 4-hour tour includes hot chocolate, pro photography, and carefully managed small groups.
4 hours | max 19 guests
20:30-21:00 hotel pick-up in a Mercedes Sprinter before we slip beyond Reykjavik's city glow for a calm, comfortable aurora chase.
4 hours | max 14 guests
20:30-21:00 pick-up followed by a legendary superjeep ride, cutting deeper into the backcountry with an Icelandic storyteller along for the ride.
How it works
From the first planning call to the final cup of geothermal coffee, we map every detail so that the only thing unpredictable is the sky itself.
20:30 - 21:00
We collect you directly from Reykjavik, confirm gear, and settle into the Sprinter or Superjeep before clearing the city glow.
21:00 onward
Guides combine historical hotspots with live solar data and will pivot instantly if a new promising location reports activity.
During the show
Once we find the right sky, everyone warms up with Icelandic hot chocolate, and Superjeep guests hear tales of trolls, elves, and vikings.
Morning after
Our pro photographer edits the shots overnight and emails a gallery of you with the aurora glowing in the background.
Guest letters
“Watching the aurora arc ignite above Hvalfjordur while hearing Gudrun explain the science felt both intimate and cinematic. The photos arrived before breakfast.”
Marcus and Leyla, London
“Their team moved locations three times with zero stress for us. Even the heated camera batteries and wool layers were ready. We just held hands and stared up.”
Ava and Chloe, Toronto
“As a photographer I feared group tours. This was different. Tripods waiting in the snow, a guide calling out KP values, and volcanic soup simmering nearby.”
Elias, Reykjavik
Travel planning
Our season runs from late August through mid-April. September and March offer a balance of darkness and mild weather, while winter months bring longer aurora windows and snowy landscapes.
We position daily using magnetometer data, GOES satellite feeds, and a network of remote weather stations. If conditions are unfavorable we pivot to a new route or reschedule, and our no-lights promise protects your investment.
Yes. While our nightly tours are intimate, we also craft private charters with custom pickup windows, celebratory menus, and extra photography time—just mention it in your inquiry form.
Dress in breathable layers, thermal socks, and waterproof outer shells. We provide heated vehicles, blankets, and hand warmers, but proper boots and gloves make the viewing stops far more comfortable.
Absolutely. Every departure features Icelandic hot chocolate prepared on site, and Superjeep guests often enjoy a bonfire ceremony with extra toppings and warm pastries to keep spirits high.
Our photographer delivers a curated gallery the next morning. Simply reply to your confirmation email or write to info@reykjaviknorthernlights.is and we will send a download link with your edited shots.
Yes. If the forecast changes unexpectedly we offer complimentary rebooking on the next available departure or provide a credit toward a private chase. Your concierge will confirm options before 17:00 on tour day.
Our Superjeeps are purpose-built for Icelandic highlands, with 44" tires, onboard gear dryers, and a maximum of 14 guests. This lets us reach darker, remote spots far from light pollution for more dramatic aurora backdrops.
Aurora legends are woven into Icelandic culture. Our storyteller guides share tales of trolls, elves, and Viking navigation during stops, turning the scientific chase into a memorable cultural moment.
Begin planning
Answer a few quick questions and our concierge team will send a tailored aurora proposal within 24 hours.