Northern Lights Private Tour
The Northern Lights await you: a customizable adventure under Iceland’s night sky.
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What’s on my tour
Join us for an unforgettable night chasing the Northern Lights, wrapped in cozy Icelandic wool blankets, sipping hot chocolate, and enjoying traditional Icelandic pastries.
No words can truly capture the breathtaking beauty of the Aurora Borealis—it’s something you have to experience firsthand. Our goal is to give you the best opportunity to witness this mesmerizing natural phenomenon in the most comfortable and enjoyable way. That’s why our Northern Lights tour is thoughtfully designed to maximize your chances of seeing the lights while ensuring a truly immersive experience.
How the Tour Works
The Hunt Begins – Forecasting & Preparation
Each evening, our team closely analyzes the aurora forecast, taking into account solar activity and cloud coverage predictions. Since witnessing the Northern Lights depends on the right conditions—clear skies and sufficient solar energy—we only proceed when we believe there’s a reasonable chance of a sighting.
Our final decision is made during the day, and if conditions appear unfavorable, we reach out to our customers to check whether they would like to cancel the departure or proceed with it.
Heading into the Icelandic Night
Once we determine the best location based on the forecast, we set out in our comfortable vehicles. As we leave behind Reykjavík’s city lights, we head deep into the Icelandic wilderness, where the darkness offers the perfect backdrop for spotting the auroras.
Our knowledgeable guides carefully select the best possible viewing spot, whether it’s a secluded lava field, a serene lakeside, or an open valley surrounded by mountains. If the conditions shift unexpectedly, we stay flexible and adjust our route accordingly.
The Moment of Magic
When (and if) the shimmering green waves of the auroras appear, we stop and invite you to step outside to take in the spectacle. This is your chance to bundle up in a warm Icelandic wool blanket, breathe in the crisp Arctic air, and admire the celestial dance above.
To make the experience even more special, we serve rich hot chocolate and ‘kleina’—a delicious, traditional Icelandic pastry that perfectly complements the winter night.
To ensure you have lasting memories of this extraordinary experience, we also provide complimentary photos of you under the Northern Lights, so you can relive the moment forever.
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Highlights
- Overview
- Included
- Need to know
Overview
Essential details for your tour.
- 190.000 isk up to 7 passengers / 245.000 isk from 8 to 19 passengers
- Small group tour.
- 4 hours long guided tour in English.
- Departure times:
– During the months of April, August and September, the departure is at 22:00h.
– From the 1st of October until the 31st of March, the departure time is 21:00h.
– Available from mid-August until late April. - English, but other languages may be available upon request.
- Round-trip transportation from pick up location and drop off included. Pick-up location is flexible and can be arranged according to the customer’s request.
Included
Details included in your Trip Cost.
- Small group in a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter minibus
- Pick-up and drop-off in greater Reykjavík area
- Knowledgeable local driver guide
- Hot chocolate and Icelandic ‘Kleinur’
- Photos included, if conditions allow
- Use of tripods
- Use of Icelandic woolen blankets
- Free WiFi onboard
- All taxes, fees and handling charges.
Need to know
Essential details for enjoy the experience.
- Even with expert guides and detailed forecasts, Northern Lights sightings can never be guaranteed. Free rebookings are not included in the private version.
- Refunds are only available if we have to cancel the tour, which may occasionally occur due to unfavorable weather conditions
- We recommend wearing warm, windproof, and waterproof clothing to ensure your comfort throughout the journey.
- The access to restroom facilities out of urban areas is very limited while on the Northern lights tours.
- Easy and accessible to anyone in good health. It does not require any physical activity.
- Any cancellations within 72 hours of the tour will not be eligible for a refund. We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance that includes coverage for tour cancellations.
Iceland is otherworldly in so many ways and I’m so glad that I chose EastWest to show us some of its most spectacular parts. We would definitely recommend EastWest for a bespoke Icelandic experience!
This company is a class act. We used EastWest for 3 different tours in Iceland and could not have been more please with the outcome. All 3 guides were awesome. I would highly recommend using them for any tour in Iceland.
Excellent tour!!! Eastwest has organised an amazing trip for us during our limited time in Iceland. Memories made forever!
The entire process, from booking to the tours themselves, was seamless, and the customer service was top-notch. It’s clear this company takes pride in delivering unforgettable experiences. I can’t recommend EastWest enough!
We had three amazing tours with EastWest, and each guide made the experience truly memorable. EastWest stood out with the best pre-tour communication we experienced—big kudos to the team!
Engaging tour guide. Small group enabled us to be flexible what we see. Kudos to the team catering to my changes and cancellations with utmost professionalism. Appreciate the email day before to prep for the trip.
Local and genuine, EastWest is devoted to making the most for your time in Iceland.
EastWest really know their stuff and you will be safe in their hands. I would pick them every time 10/10.
If you are going to get out of Reykjavik, do it with EastWest and you will love your trip and remember it forever.
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