Duration
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5 hours
Difficulty
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Easy
Voucher
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Electronic
Meeting point
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Pick-up

Description

This private journey is designed for travellers who want both the experience and a beautifully captured memory of it. A dedicated guide follows the clearest available sky while giving your group space for unhurried viewing and a professional night-time photo session.

The exact destination changes with the forecast, sometimes favouring lava fields, mountains, lakes or coastal horizons. Blankets, warm drinks and cookies or chocolate make the wait inviting, while the private vehicle offers comfort between stops.

When the aurora appears, professional photography becomes part of the evening rather than an afterthought. Light-coloured outerwear photographs especially well, and successful tour images are sent digitally to the booking email within the published delivery window.

What is included

  • Private vehicle and guide
  • Reykjavík pickup and return
  • Hot drinks and cookies or chocolate
  • Warm blankets
  • Professional aurora portraits when the lights appear
  • Wi-Fi on board where available

What do I need to bring

  • Warm thermal layers
  • Weatherproof jacket and trousers
  • Warm hat, gloves and sturdy winter footwear
  • Camera or phone; a tripod is useful for night photography

Good to know

Pick-up: Use the exact pickup point and departure time shown on your voucher.

  • Successful tour photographs are normally delivered by digital link within seven days.
  • Light-coloured clothing can stand out beautifully in aurora portraits.
  • The route and finish time remain flexible within the published duration.

Highlights

  • Private photo-focused experience
  • Professional aurora portraits
  • Warm drinks and blankets
  • Flexible dark-sky route
  • Up to five hours

Private Northern Lights Tour (1) – Frequently Asked Questions

What is special about a private Northern Lights tour?

A private departure gives your party a more personal evening with a guide focused on your group. The exact pacing and viewing stops can be adapted to conditions and the practical needs of your party.

How flexible is the route?

The guide uses the latest cloud and weather conditions to choose the most promising accessible area. Flexibility is part of the experience because the best viewing direction can change during the evening.

Can the guide help us take photos?

Yes. Bring charged cameras or phones and the guide can offer practical help with viewpoints and low-light shooting. A tripod is useful if you plan to take longer exposures.

How should our group dress?

Everyone should wear warm layers, a windproof outer layer, insulated footwear, gloves and a hat. Aurora viewing often involves standing outside in cold conditions.

Where does a private tour begin?

The confirmed meeting or collection details are shown in the live booking flow and on your voucher. Check these details before departure, as they can vary by option.

How do changing conditions affect the evening?

The guide adapts the route to make the best use of cloud and weather conditions. If operational conditions require a change, the operator's current booking policy applies.

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