The tour provides the opportunity to witness the natural wonder in the dark and calm sky. The comfortable journey in luxurious bus takes you far from the electric glow of the city. These natural lights can be seen in the months from August to April. The professional guide will explain the concept and share facts as well as superstition related to these dazzling natural lights. The location of this nature’s wonder varies and is a weather dependent phenomenon.
The glaring sky and calm surroundings away from the city is a divine experience. This natural phenomenon connects you with the nature and offers a lifetime experience. Northern Lights are the result of interaction between particles of the upper atmosphere with the earth’s magnetic field. This is a weather dependant tour and sightseeing is not guaranteed. However, you can join the next available tour free of charge.
The bus will take you to the different locations to search for the dark sky. Capture the spectacular lights so they can be memorable forever. This tour offers the opportunity to hunt for colorful lights in silence and darkness of Icelandic winter. The lights shine up in the sky in colors like pink, green, blue, red and white. The particles from the solar wind when interacting with the magnetic field of the earth the colors are formed.
If you do not like gatherings, this tour is perfect for you because the maximum size of the group is not more than 19 people. Enjoy the silence away from the city and concentrate above so that you do not miss the golden chance to see these dazzling lights. This is nature’s gift to Iceland because there are many Scandinavian regions that do not experience this activity. Dress warmly to protect from harsh winds. Do not forget to carry a camera, as it is must to capture this unique experience.
The professional guides are experienced so they can predict accurate weather conditions and try their best to take you at the best possible place so you can experience the beautiful moments. However, you can again join the tour next time if Northern lights do not appear.
Opeational Details: 01st October to 15th March, Daily at 9:30pm
Duration: 3 hours
Departure Locations: You can get picked up from selected hotels/ Guesthouse in Reykjavik. Please fill your details at the time of booking. OR You can join the tour directly from BSI Bus Terminal, City Centre, Vatnsmyrarvegur 10, 101 Reykjavik at your convenience.
Return Location: BSI Bus Terminal OR your hotels.
Ticket Redemption:
No need to take print! You can show your booking voucher on your smartphone or other devices.
Pick-up at hotels and guesthouses is 30-45 minutes prior to original tour time.
Additional Information:
Pick-up/ Drop -off, may sometimes not be right in front of your hotel/guesthouse due to narrow streets and actual coach size used during the tour.
Free Wi-Fi facility on board
Wear warm clothes, waterproof jacket and sturdy shoes are recommended (Bring a winter hat, scarf, mittens/gloves and warm socks on colder days).
Bring a camera or a mobile phone with a camera.
This tour depends on weather and sightings are not guaranteed. If you don't see any lights you can try again by joining our Classic Northern Lights Tour free of charge
Cancellation Policy:
No cancellation charges up to 24 hours before the chosen travel date. 100% cancellation fee applied within 24 hours of travel date.
