Tour starts
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Reykjavík
Duration
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4 hours
Difficulty
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Easy
Languages
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English
Available
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All year
Minimum age
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All ages

Description

For couples, families or a close group of friends, this compact private chase offers a quiet and flexible way to experience the Icelandic night. Your driver-guide follows the forecast away from Reykjavík and can adjust the route as the sky evolves.

With only your group on board, every stop can be shaped around the moment—whether that means extra time for photography, a warmer pause in the vehicle or a quick move towards a brighter aurora horizon.

What is included

  • Private vehicle for 1–4 guests
  • Reykjavík pickup and drop-off
  • Professional driver-guide
  • Forecast-led route planning
  • Flexible viewing and photo stops

What do I need to bring

  • Warm thermal layers
  • A windproof and waterproof outer layer
  • Warm hat, gloves and sturdy winter footwear
  • Camera or phone; a tripod is useful for aurora photography

Good to know

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

  • The selected vehicle accommodates up to 4 guests.
  • The exact route is not fixed in advance.
  • Use the pickup point and time shown on your voucher.

Highlights

  • Intimate private format
  • Vehicle for up to four
  • Personal driver-guide
  • Flexible photo stops
  • Dark-sky route beyond Reykjavík

Private Northern Lights Tour 5 – 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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