Northern Lights Tours · Reykjavik
How to choose
Reykjavik serves as the departure base for 33 Northern Lights offers, running from September to March with an overall rating of 4.3/5 across 28,333 reviews. Outdoor chasing tours start at 65 € and run up to 1,372 €, covering durations from 2h to 15h. An indoor exhibition entry is also available at 28 € at Aurora Reykjavik. For guided hunts outdoors, 13 outings are rated “Everybody welcome”, costing between 91 € and 1,372 € for 2h to 6h. The experience formats vary significantly across the harbour and countryside: seven boat tours cost between 79 € and 166 € for 2h to 6h, while three whale watching combos span 3h to 6h from 165 € to 188 €. Six excursions include provided photos from 99 € to 145 €, a dedicated photography outing costs 124 €, and two private Super Jeep charters cost 1,272 € and 1,372 € for 4h. Pick a 2h to 2.5h boat cruise if you want to depart straight from Old Harbour Reykjavik, or choose a 4h Super Jeep hunt if you prefer travelling inland.
33 offers available
Our picks
From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Bus Tour with Hot Chocolate
At 65 €, this 4-hour outing with Northern Lights Bus is the lowest-priced outdoor tour.
From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Sightseeing Cruise
This 2-hour coastal cruise by Sea trips Reykjavík costs 79 €.
Whale Watching and Northern Lights Boat Tour from Reykjavik
Reykjavík Sailors pairs marine wildlife and aurora viewing across 3h to 6h for 166 €.
Reykjavík: Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon & Northern Lights Tour
BusTravel Iceland runs this full-day 15-hour itinerary at 293 €.
Frequently asked questions
When are Northern Lights tours available from Reykjavik?
The organised outings operate from September to March.
How long do the aurora tours last?
Outdoor departures range from 2h for short boat cruises to a 15h full-day combo, with most standard road hunts lasting around 4h.
What physical fitness level is required?
Thirteen excursions are classified as “Everybody welcome”, including minibus hunts, Super Jeep tours, and boat outings.
What languages are the tours guided in?
English is available on 13 tours. At Icelandic Mountain Guides the tour is guided in English, Icelandic, and Spanish, while at Elding Whale Watching guidance is provided in English, Dutch, and French.
Where do departures take place in Reykjavik?
Boat tours leave from Old Harbour Reykjavik, including points at Geirsgata 11 and AEgisgardur 5. Bus and Super Jeep tours depart from designated city bus stops, the BSÍ Bus Terminal, or offer accommodation pick-ups across the capital.
What is the difference between boat and road tours?
Boat outings run for 2h to 6h from the harbour at prices between 79 € and 166 €. Road outings travel inland, ranging from 65 € up to 1,372 € for private 4h bookings.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1.5 °C | 148.1 mm | Good |
| February | -0.4 °C | 179.9 mm | Good |
| March | -0.8 °C | 98.3 mm | Peak |
| April | 3 °C | 97.4 mm | Poor |
| May | 7.6 °C | 95.6 mm | Off season |
| June | 10.3 °C | 166.1 mm | Off season |
| July | 11.8 °C | 92.4 mm | Off season |
| August | 11.3 °C | 112.2 mm | Poor |
| September | 9.3 °C | 187.2 mm | Good |
| October | 5.1 °C | 111.2 mm | Peak |
| November | -0.3 °C | 87.5 mm | Good |
| December | 1.3 °C | 177.5 mm | Possible |
Practical info
Equipment
Wear warm base layers, insulated trousers, and a windproof jacket. Sturdy boots, warm gloves, and a woollen hat are essential for remaining comfortable outdoors during stops.
Getting there
Make your way to your designated departure point in Reykjavik, such as the Old Harbour Reykjavik ticket desks, the BSÍ Bus Terminal, or your arranged hotel pick-up stop.
See also
Northern Lights Tours elsewhere
Other activities in Reykjavik
Updated September 2026