We were so lucky to have the opportunity to see the Northern Lights! Our guide, Sotiris, was absolutely amazing and truly went above and beyond to make sure we got to see them. He was funny, knowledgeable, and kept us entertained while sharing interesting facts about the Northern Lights and Iceland. You could tell he genuinely cared about making sure everyone had an unforgettable experience. Seeing the Northern Lights was truly magical, and Sotiris made the experience even more special! Highly recommend this tour!
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Professional Aurora Photos: Your guide will take professional pictures
- Hot Chocolate and GIngerbread
- Northern Lights Hunt: Led by an experienced local guide and driver
- Small Group Experience: offering a more intimate group size
- Unlimited Free Retries: If you do not see the aurora on your night
- Viking Activities: You can play with Viking weapons and outfits
Excludes
- Gratuities/Tips: Not included; tipping your guide is optional and at your discretion.
- Alcoholic Beverages: No alcoholic drinks are provided.
- Retry Transferability: Free re-try tickets are only for the original participant
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Pickup can take up to 30 minutes from the beginning of the start time.
Itinerary
Departs from Rerykjavik and hunt down the lights in different locations depending on the forecast.
We go out and hunt for the Aurora in various locations depending on the best spot each evening using the latest tech and science to help us find the best spot to see the Aurora.
Language Offered
Additional Info
Cancellation Policy
Reviews
The weather was against us so it was going to be very challenging to see the lights. We were moved to the 6pm tour because 8pm was cancelled and the weather forecast for the long weekend ahead was terrible. We managed to see the lights for about 5 minutes and we are so very grateful that even when other tours cancelled, Aurora Viking went ahead. We loved learning about the Astro physics of it all too! Hot chocolate was lovely.
Look no further than Aurora Viking for your next Northern Lights tour. They are the company to book with when looking for a Northern Lights tour.
It was fantastic! Our driver, Emil, was very passionate about making sure that we had the best experience. He took many photos for us, included some Viking gear, and piping hot chocolate. He went above and beyond. I would highly recommend.
We used Aurora Viking twice during our trip to Iceland. The first day we saw lights however they were not very strong. In spite of that the guide took us to a snow covered mountain top and we were able to witness northern lights. We liked their service and guide (Trond) so much we decided to book another tour the night before we left Iceland. It was a great decision! The skies were active even though there was cloud cover and areas of rain. The guide (this time it was Jonas, another guide) was very active in finding a good spot. He found a mountain top nearby and it was an awesome experience. Aurora Viking is a small operator and I would recommend them!
I would sincerely like to thank Emmanuel. I was so impressed with his dedication to get us a great experience to see the northern lights. He took us to a few spots, using radar to discover the best spot for us to see the northern lights. It was amazing to see the rays expanding, and also to see the density of the light. He also encouraged us to take as many photos as we wanted so we can capture the moment. Emmanuel was able to capture a few photos through his digital camera, which he shared with us, which I loved . I specifically flew from the US to Iceland to see the northern lights. It was everything I had hoped for. Thank you for an amazing experience.
Amazing experience Jonas our guide was so helpful and knowledgeable really made the trip
Amazing experience! Jonas was great at chasing the lights, lovely stories and history was taught to us. And we got amazing pictures, and hot chocolate to keep us warm during our hunt. Would highly recommend doing this experience!
Jonas is such a nice guy drove us to 3 different locations so we can see the most beautiful aurora and he also took very good photos as well
Absolutely incredible experience! Jonas was awesome!!! Would recommend to anyone coming to Iceland to see the northern lights!
Jonas was phenomenal! Would definitely recommend to anyone visiting!!!!
Simon is a very humorous and helpful guide! We were lucky enough to see the aurora before 10pm of the night, it’s perfect experience.
An absolutely amazing experience! Felix, our driver, was brilliant at finding the best places to see them. There was quite a lot of cloud cover, but he drove us to a couple of locations where the sky was clear and we had a spectacular view! An all-round brilliant experience and very good value for money.
Absolutely amazing evening with Simon as our guide. Small group tour on mini bus, we were happy to pay more to go in a small group. We were lucky enough to witness the Northern Lights magical show, so a perfect evening but when we booked we knew we had the reassurance of rebooking again for free if we hadn’t been successful. Simon was experienced and extremely knowledgeable and knew where to head, alongside his wicked sense of humour, he had us laughing all evening. Not wanting to say anymore about the role of the ‘Lobster’ for fear of giving away Simon’s secrets we are forever grateful for that stop! Served the best hot chocolate under the magical sky. We downloaded the photos Simon has taken and wow, memories of a lifetime captured right there, no words needed. Thank you so much Simon, a dream come true, bucket list wish achieved.
Simon was an amazing guide, he looked after everyone very well and kept us all entertained along the way. I would highly recommend this tour, a big bonus is the retry if you don’t get to see them on the first time, we had a second attempt and managed to see them.
Our first night the lights didn’t show unfortunately, we were able to seamlessly rebook free of charge for another attempt! For our first attempt, Jona was great and was in good spirits for what the conditions were by the end of the night. For our second attempt we had Simon who was absolutely delightful, and had the group laughing from the first stop! He kept up to date with the latest coverage and was very knowledgeable in great areas we could catch the lights with the cloud clearing up. (Without the crowds may I add!). Thankfully, just outside of Selfoss, and after rubbing the lucky giant lobster we had success! The aurora opened up and put on a beautiful show for us. Our last night in Iceland was made so special. One memory we’ll never forget. Thank you Simon, and AuroraViking! Absolutely recommend
Amazing experience. Our guide Simon was exceptional and highly entertaining - he had us all in hysterics many times whilst waiting for the lights to appear, and appear they did! The smaller group trip was lovely and more intimate. The hot chocolate was the best ever. Can't share too much about the secret with the lobster, but it did the trick! Thanks Simon, we enjoyed your farewell playlist, and we're sad to leave you and the lights behind.
An amazing night. Wonderful lights in the sky and a fabulous guide and host who made us feel welcome and was caring and informative. Ian & Anthea
This was an amazing experience! Jonas was the most dedicated guide, he made sure we saw the lights and was so ready to take the best photos. His attitude really made the experience so much more special! And of course we saw the lights and it was just perfect! The hot chocolate and cookies were also really good! Could not have asked for a better experience!!
This was an amazing experience! Jonas was the most dedicated guide, he made sure we saw the lights and was so ready to take the best photos. His attitude really made the experience so much more special! And of course we saw the lights and it was just perfect! The hot chocolate and cookies were also really good! Could not have asked for a better experience!!
The tour was very successful. Jonas was very nice, gave great advice and explanations and really put an effort to get the best views and photos. He made the experience even better than just watching the northern lights.
Jonas was an excellent guide. We saw the most spectacular aurora. Also lots of extra historical information about Iceland.
Jonas was very professional and use all his expertise tracking the solar activity and cloud coverage real time to help us see the most beautiful northern lights ever. I joined other big tour which is simply driving to a location and wait for luck but this small tour is actively hunting. The professional photo taking was amazing too.
Our guide Sotiris was awesome! He was super patient in trying to take us to the perfect spot for the Northern Lights and was great at explaining any and everything. While the lights weren’t too strong, we did get a quick show. Sotiris made the whole experience very enjoyable!
Loved it !! 😻 The atmosphere in the bus was amazing!😌 The aurora forecast said there was 0-2/10 likelihood to see it but our tour guide was really optimistic and funny and kept our spirits high 😃 In the end we did see it after all and got amazing pictures 🤍👍
Jonas was an incredible guide. With patience, positivity, and perseverance we found the Northern Lights. He took professional photographs of us and was able to give them to us right away. Highly recommend.
Incredible experience. Highly recommend. Our guide Jonas was credible and knowledgeable. We saw the lights and got photos. Bucket list made possible by Jonas.
Fantastic experience! Johan, our guide, did a great job of keeping us entertained with stories of night trolls and elves, and with explanations of the northern lights, until the lights made their appearance. They started dim, but after an hour or so, the lights put on an excellent display, and even the subfreezing weather could not dampen our enthusiasm. Johan took photos of everyone, and everyone had a good time. This is the tour to take for seeing the northern lights!
Family-run business gave a personal touch. Our guide, Thomas, has seen the lights hundreds of times, but was so excited and enthusiastic to take pictures and marvel at the sight!
Chasing the Northern lights. The guide did a great job. However, the vehicle was sub par. Give. That there were a lot of seniors on the trip, the van was DANGEROUS to exit; a one foot drop from the “steps” of the van
This was an awesomely me tour. Trond was so incredible and found us the lights. Shared fun information and made delicious hot cocoa. Highly recommend!!
We had Jonas as our tour guide and he was incredible! We saw the northern lights through our lens and Jonas did an amazing job of hunting for the best views and making sure everyone had great pictures. Highly recommend!
Our trip with Emil was excellent and he was absolutely fantastic guide knowing exactly where ti go that was quiet and perfect for seeing the lights as conditions were in our favour. Timing was perfect and the bus was warm and comfortable.
Dress for real cold multiple layers warm clothing gloves hat Bring own blanket from hotel must be patient.aftet 3 hrs much later in evening we got the real thing
Got to see amazing northern light at two different stops it was amazing!!! Loved having the professional pictures also they came great!!!
Couldn’t have asked for a better Northern Lights experience. The guide was great and very accommodating, and we saw some beautiful lights. Size of group was perfect. Highly recommend this tour company!
We were able to get a good look at the Northern Lights and warm up in the van any time we needed to. Guide was knowledgeable and friendly.
Great experience overall - we saw nothing on the 1st night but rebooked the next night and it was fantastic - would highly recommend
The tour was fantastic! I got to see the northern lights and made a childhood dream come true! Jonas, the guide was excellent! Very knowledgeable and helpful, he kept the group entertained and made sure we all had a great time. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to see the northern lights and have an amazing experience.
What an amazing trip. We got to see the most amazing light show with Thomas as our guide. Very professional and kept us all engaged, he knew his stuff! Thank you
Jonas was amazing. We saw the lights right away b
Trip of a lifetime! Tomas is an energetic, enthusiastic and incredibly knowledgeable guide. He used his expertise to find the perfect location to witness the Northern Lights and went above and beyond to ensure everyone had professional photos taken to cherish as lifelong keepsakes. His passion and dedication made the experience even more special. An unforgettable evening that we’ll treasure forever! Highly recommend!
Awesome experience. We were very lucky and saw a a large flare that was the perfect ending to our trip. Our guide, Koby (sp?) was also great and got us some nice photos.
Fantastic way to see the northern lights with a very enthusiastic, fun guide! Got to meet a friendly group of horses and enjoyed a lovely cup of hot chocolate on a chilly night❤️ Highly recommend this trip and would definitely do it again!!
Jonas was so enthusiastic and eager for his guests to enjoy their experience. The Northern Lights were amazing. Highly recommended!
Incredible experience, Jonas was a fantastic guide, veey knowledgeable & entertaining! The lights were incredible a total bucket list experience!
Excellent outing. Saw the lights!! Guide was very informative and friendly. Would highly recommend.
Amazing experience! Saw a stunning display and Jonas was very knowledgeable. Highly recommend!
Northern Lights put on a show! Glad we came despite the 30-degree (F) weather. Tomas was a great host, providing hot chocolate, blankets, taking photos, explaining everything about the Northern Lights and whisking us to a great spot to catch them! Thanks Tomas
Tomos our guide was excellent, very knowledgeable and as enthusiastic as the people on the tour. Made every effort possible for us to find and view the lights. Found an amazing location and the lights were fantastic, topped off by lovely hot chocolate and gingerbread, trip of a lifetime thank you Tomos.
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