Description
Begin beside Lake Laugarvatn, where natural steam and warm geothermal pools create a wonderfully restorative winter setting. Admission to Fontana is included, giving you time to unwind before the sky grows fully dark.
After bathing, the journey continues as an aurora hunt. The guide follows the evening forecast towards the best available clear sky, transforming the return towards Reykjavík into an exciting search for green light over the countryside.
Itinerary
BSÍ Bus Terminal
Reykjavík departure
Meet at Reykjavík’s central tour terminal and travel into the Golden Circle countryside.
Laugarvatn Fontana
Lakeside geothermal bathing
Relax in warm pools and natural steam rooms beside Lake Laugarvatn.
Northern Lights hunt
Dark-sky finale
Follow the clearest available conditions and watch for the aurora over the winter landscape.
What is included
- Coach transport
- Professional local guide
- Admission to Laugarvatn Fontana
- Guided Northern Lights hunt
- Wi-Fi on the coach where connection permits
What do I need to bring
- Swimwear and towel
- Warm thermal layers for the aurora hunt
- Weatherproof outerwear
- Hat, gloves and winter footwear
- Camera or phone
Good to know
Meeting point: BSÍ Bus Terminal, Vatnsmýrarvegur 10, 101 Reykjavík. Optional pickup may be available; use the exact arrangement on your voucher.
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- Food and drinks are purchased separately unless shown otherwise during booking.
- Aurora routing and return time vary with conditions.
- Bring swimwear and a towel unless the selected booking option states otherwise.
Highlights
- Laugarvatn Fontana admission
- Warm lakeside pools
- Natural steam rooms
- Guided countryside aurora hunt
- Effortless evening from Reykjavík
Northern Lights and Fontana Baths – Frequently Asked Questions
The experience combines its featured daytime or activity element with an evening Aurora search. Check the live itinerary and booking details for the exact timing, inclusions and any break between activities.
It gives you a fuller Icelandic day by pairing a distinctive landscape or activity experience with time away from city lights later in the evening.
The guide follows cloud cover and local conditions, then chooses the most promising safe and accessible viewing area. The Aurora route can change during the night.
Dress in warm, weatherproof layers with sturdy footwear, gloves and a hat. Bring water, any personal essentials and a fully charged camera or phone for the evening portion.
Conditions can shape both the route and the timing of outdoor stops. The guide makes practical adjustments to protect the experience and follow current safety guidance.
Your selected option, meeting or collection details and the operator's current policies are shown in the live booking flow and on the voucher after booking.
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