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ICELAND EXPERIENCE

Iceland Aurora Hunt Northern Lights Adventure

Experience by Sidequest: Iceland
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Languagesen · Guide, en · Written
From ReykjavíkLocal / city
DAYLIGHT TODAY10h 54m
Sunrise07:48
Sunset18:43
Useful light08:18–18:13
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LOCAL CONDITIONS

Weather for this experience

Forecast near Faxafloi Bay · Reykjavík forecast

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Overcast Today · Wind 2 m/s
Today 6° 2° Overcast
Tomorrow 8° 0° Overcast
Wed 8° 3° Overcast
Thu 8° 5° Rain
Fri 8° 5° Light rain
Sat 9° 7° Cloudy
Sun 8° 4° Light rain
Data: Icelandic Met Office Forecast shown for the nearest supported Icelandic Met Office station. Conditions can vary along tour routes and at higher elevations.

DRIVING CONDITIONS

Road signals for Reykjavík

Official road alerts from Vegagerðin that IceWay can confidently match to this travel region.

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Highest current alertNo major alerts
Current cautions0
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For guided tours, the operator makes the final operational decision. If you are self-driving, always check the official road map before departure.

About this experience

Discover the science and adventure of northern lights hunting with an expert scientist on this unique 4-hour experience. This isn’t just another tour; it’s a customized road trip tailored to your needs, taking you to exclusive spots often missed by large group tours. Begin with an indoor planning session, where you’ll learn about solar and terrestrial forecasts, then set off at the optimal time for aurora viewing. Enjoy hot drinks, blankets, and insightful scientific commentary while searching for the elusive northern lights. Flexibility is key as the hunt can be spontaneous, ensuring a personal and memorable experience.

- 4-hour personalized aurora hunting experience
- Expert guidance from a seasoned hunter and astrophysicist
- Indoor planning session to strategize for the best viewing and learn how to read data
- Includes hot drinks, blankets, and access to exclusive aurora forecasts

Itinerary

  1. Tour stop

    Our tour will start in the Greater Reykjavik area and go into the countryside from there. Each tour is tailor-made to that night's forecast, and will end up in any number of far-flung rural locations away from the city lights within 90 minutes of Reykjavik.

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Know before you go

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Ticket informationMobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This activity may be cancelled due to bad weather.

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