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Reykjavík
Duration
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5 hours
Difficulty
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Very easy
Languages
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English
Available
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Sep–Apr
Minimum age
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10 years old

Description

The Icelandic night holds more than the Northern Lights. This small-group jeep tour follows cloud and aurora forecasts beyond Reykjavík, then uses a powerful telescope to reveal more of the night sky when conditions are clear.

A knowledgeable guide reads conditions in real time, deciding whether to wait at a promising viewpoint or continue toward a clearer horizon. The group is limited to ten guests, keeping questions, camera help and telescope viewing personal.

Professional photographs are included when conditions permit, along with hot chocolate and Icelandic pastries. Required pickup is included from the Reykjavík accommodation or central location selected during booking.

What is included

  • Small-group jeep transport
  • Required Reykjavík pickup and drop-off
  • Professional Northern Lights and night-sky guide
  • Guided telescope stargazing when the sky is clear
  • Professional photographs when conditions permit
  • Hot chocolate and Icelandic pastries
  • Complimentary rerun under the current operator terms

What do I need to bring

  • Warm thermal and insulating layers
  • Windproof and waterproof outerwear
  • Warm hat, gloves and sturdy winter footwear
  • Charged camera or phone; a tripod is useful for low-light photography

Good to know

Free Reykjavík pickup: Required pickup is included from the Reykjavík accommodation or central location selected during booking. Follow the exact pickup place and time on your voucher.

  • Minimum age: 10 years.
  • Group size: 2–10 guests.
  • Duration: approximately 3–5 hours.
  • Telescope viewing and professional photographs depend on conditions.
  • The exact route and return time change with sky, weather and road conditions.

Highlights

  • Jeep-based aurora chase
  • Guided telescope stargazing
  • Professional night photographs
  • Hot chocolate and pastries
  • Maximum ten guests

Northern Lights & Stargazing Jeep Tour – Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the telescope part of this tour special? ▾

When the sky is clear, guided telescope viewing adds planets, moons and other night-sky details to the aurora search, making the quiet periods between displays rewarding too.

Why use a jeep for the Northern Lights search? ▾

The jeep gives the guide flexibility to reach suitable accessible dark-sky areas when road and weather conditions allow, while keeping the group to a maximum of ten guests.

What photography is included? ▾

Professional photographs are included when the aurora and conditions permit. Bring your own charged camera or phone if you would also like to take pictures.

What warming treats are served? ▾

Hot chocolate and Icelandic pastries are included during the winter evening.

How does the included pickup work? ▾

Select an available Reykjavík accommodation or central pickup location during booking and be ready at the exact place and time on your voucher.

How does the guide adapt to changing skies? ▾

The guide monitors cloud, weather, road and aurora information and decides whether to remain at a promising viewpoint or continue toward clearer conditions.

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