Northern Lights Tour from Reykjavik provided by Reykjavik Excursions
Northern Lights Tour from Reykjavik
Northern Lights Tour from Reykjavik
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Maximize your chances of seeing the northern lights on this evening tour
Duration:
3h
Taking Covid-19 safety measures
Group size:
99
Stroller accessible
Ticket type:
Mobile
Free cancellation
- Duration:3h
- Taking Covid-19 safety measures
- Group size:99
- Stroller accessible
- Ticket type:Mobile
- Free cancellation
About
Many travelers want to see the northern lights in Iceland, but without a guide, it can be hard to know where to spot them. On this evening tour from Reykjavik, your driver and guide take you to the best spots to view the northern lights. If you don’t spot them, rebook the tour for another night free of charge.
Know before you go
- Duration: 3h
- Mobile tickets accepted
- Instant confirmation
Cancellation policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Available languages
English
Highlights
- Your guide takes you to the best places to spot the elusive phenomenon
- If you don‘t see any lights, you can join a later tour free of charge
- Seasonal tour available from September to mid-April
What to expect
Start your evening northern lights adventure with a pickup from central Reykjavik. Drive out of the city, heading toward clearer skies and some of the best spots from which to see the northern lights.
Your guide explains why the aurora occurs, and the science behind the variations in its brightness and color. Head to locations where you are most likely to spot the lights based on the weather and “Aurora forecast.”
Follow the lights, admire them, and take pictures if you’ve brought a camera. If you don‘t see any, book the tour again free of charge on another night
Journey back to Reykjavik, where the tour ends.
Know before you go
- Duration: 3h
- Mobile tickets accepted
- Instant confirmation
Available languages
English
Cancellation policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Highlights
- Your guide takes you to the best places to spot the elusive phenomenon
- If you don‘t see any lights, you can join a later tour free of charge
- Seasonal tour available from September to mid-April
What to expect
Start your evening northern lights adventure with a pickup from central Reykjavik. Drive out of the city, heading toward clearer skies and some of the best spots from which to see the northern lights.
Your guide explains why the aurora occurs, and the science behind the variations in its brightness and color. Head to locations where you are most likely to spot the lights based on the weather and “Aurora forecast.”
Follow the lights, admire them, and take pictures if you’ve brought a camera. If you don‘t see any, book the tour again free of charge on another night
Journey back to Reykjavik, where the tour ends.Need help booking?
Call the number below and use the product code: 24308P13
Important information
Inclusions
- Bus Fare
- Professional Local Guidance
- Free Wi-Fi
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Pickup from hotels
Duration
3h
Departure details
- Bus Terminal Reykjavík, 43P8+W64, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland BSI Bus Terminal is the meeting point for the tour.
Additional information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Travelers with young children are advised to take the 20:00 departure which is available from 15 October through 14 March 2020.
- This tour depends on weather and sightings are not guaranteed. The tour may be cancelled on the day if the weather is poor
- Remember to dress warmly
- No pickups from hotels
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Infant seats available
- Most travellers can participate
- Indicated return times can vary.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 99 travellers
Inclusions
- Bus Fare
- Professional Local Guidance
- Free Wi-Fi
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Pickup from hotels
Departure details
- Bus Terminal Reykjavík, 43P8+W64, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland BSI Bus Terminal is the meeting point for the tour.
Duration
3h
Return details
- Returns to original departure point
Additional information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Travelers with young children are advised to take the 20:00 departure which is available from 15 October through 14 March 2020.
- This tour depends on weather and sightings are not guaranteed. The tour may be cancelled on the day if the weather is poor
- Remember to dress warmly
- No pickups from hotels
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Infant seats available
- Most travellers can participate
- Indicated return times can vary.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 99 travellers
Travel safe during COVID-19
What you can expect during your visit
- Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
What you can expect during your visit
- Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
- Contactless payment for gratuities and add-ons
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Gear/equipment sanitised between use
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Itinerary
- You'll start atBus Terminal Reykjavík43P8+W64, 101 Reykjavík, IcelandBSI Bus Terminal is the meeting point for the tour.See address & details
- Pass byReykjavik ExcursionsIceland
- You'll return to the starting point
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Eileen G
Marlboro, NJ88 contributions
Feb 2020
A bus trip like this is the worst way to try and see the Northern Lights. However, they are cheaper than smaller group tours. That being said, Reykjavik Excursions did the best that they could---nice buses, on time departure.
The big buses are only allowed to go to certain areas so they choose one spot (from those that are available to them) that the guide thinks has the best probability for viewing that night.
A smaller vehicle can go more places and/or change direction more easily.
Also, when six large buses converge on one parking lot there is a lot of people using flashlights or flashing bright iphone screens or walking in front of you. If you are a serious photographer this is a problem.
A smaller tour provides the option for photos of people in front of the lights (if viewing is possible once again).
However, these trips are usually much cheaper than smaller group tours. So you get what you pay for....
The big buses are only allowed to go to certain areas so they choose one spot (from those that are available to them) that the guide thinks has the best probability for viewing that night.
A smaller vehicle can go more places and/or change direction more easily.
Also, when six large buses converge on one parking lot there is a lot of people using flashlights or flashing bright iphone screens or walking in front of you. If you are a serious photographer this is a problem.
A smaller tour provides the option for photos of people in front of the lights (if viewing is possible once again).
However, these trips are usually much cheaper than smaller group tours. So you get what you pay for....
Written 29 February 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Annika D
4 contributions
Nov 2021 • Family
Our guide Emma was very nice and funny. This particular company took at least 3 full charter buses and other companies met us at the same location. Tons of people came out to see the night we went. We saw some activity for 5 minutes right when we arrived and then nothing for the rest of the night. They said we could come again because we did not see them, but with our schedule we were not able too. This company does not pick you up at a bus stop, but they do drop you off at your desired location. Overall, I would only recommend if there is a high probability of seeing the lights. The week I went was rainy and cloudy so I messed with our chances and did not make it worth it. We didnt get back to our hotel till 1 am, so make sure you dont plan something early the next morning.
Written 25 November 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
KA
1 contribution
Oct 2021 • Solo
More time spent on the bus then watching the lights.
The location chosen was just a big parking lot by the airport KEF. No place to sit or lean against. With so many cellphone only tourists it would help to offer small tripods or similar to hold the phone for better pictures.
Onboarding/ticket verification was done manually with a clipboard while seated on the bus, even though we are given an electronic ticket / QR code. We lost 20 minutes on that alone.
While it is a nice gesture to drop off people at their hotel, this wasn't explained at the time of booking. Thought we were returning to the bus depot BSI. If at registration we were required to put a destination hotel, we could have had an earlier departure.
The location chosen was just a big parking lot by the airport KEF. No place to sit or lean against. With so many cellphone only tourists it would help to offer small tripods or similar to hold the phone for better pictures.
Onboarding/ticket verification was done manually with a clipboard while seated on the bus, even though we are given an electronic ticket / QR code. We lost 20 minutes on that alone.
While it is a nice gesture to drop off people at their hotel, this wasn't explained at the time of booking. Thought we were returning to the bus depot BSI. If at registration we were required to put a destination hotel, we could have had an earlier departure.
Written 1 November 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Lucila C
3 contributions
Mar 2022 • Couples
Don't book with this disrespectful company!!!
We booked a tour to hunt northern lights from 22:00 hs. Pick up was a designated bus stop at 21:30. We've been there waiting while freezing for 30 minutes, until a bus from this company stopped to drop off passengers from another tour and told us our tour had been cancelled due to weather conditions.
NOBODY had the kindness to let us know in advance given that it was something that they knew at least from 9pm.
I will update on how easy or hard is the refund process.
We booked a tour to hunt northern lights from 22:00 hs. Pick up was a designated bus stop at 21:30. We've been there waiting while freezing for 30 minutes, until a bus from this company stopped to drop off passengers from another tour and told us our tour had been cancelled due to weather conditions.
NOBODY had the kindness to let us know in advance given that it was something that they knew at least from 9pm.
I will update on how easy or hard is the refund process.
Written 16 March 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Hollyberrie1881
1 contribution
Feb 2022
The skies were clear and the Aurora forecast active so we booked a bus tour in the knowledge that we would be taken to a dark location in order to see the lights. Having paid for a jeep trip once before at almost four times the price, and got taken to the same places as all the buses, this was excellent value. There were lots of buses in the car park in the mountains where we ended up, but it was possible to move away from the group and pick a good spot for photographing them. We had an excellent display that were active for around two hours and Claudia our guide was very knowledgeable. For a basic and cheap (forIceland) trip, this was fantastic and well worth taking.
Written 16 February 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Amy
1 contribution
Feb 2022 • Friends
Where do I even begin... We got dropped off with (no exaggeration - by the tour guides own admission) 800 people by the side of a main road for 2 hours and told to 'enjoy the hunt' but at the same time 'don't leave the car park' (which was right next to the airport for anyone wondering). The guides didn't show/share any knowledge or enthusiasm and as we got on the tour (which left half an hour late) she announced that she would check the forecast. What's the point when you're dumping everyone in a set location anyway? When I did the same tour in Norway they genuinely chased the lights, tour groups set off in different directions & the guides were trained in professional photography to capture it. It is truly incomparable. Don't bother.
Written 20 February 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Babak D
New York, NY12 contributions
The great thing about Reykjavík excursions is that if you booked a tour on a date and it doesn’t look like there’s a high chance of seeing the northern lights they will cancel the trip and allow you to rebook for free for another day. Because the northern lights are natural phenomenon that no one can really predict or control I would recommend scheduling them for your first night there. That way if your date is canceled you just booked for the next night until some thing works out. If you do end up going on a tour and you don’t see the lights they also allow you to rebook for free as well. We were in Iceland for four days and none of the tours happened until the very last day so I’m glad I kept rebooking to the next day. The bus picked us up from our hotel and the tour guide provided very interesting information about the history and mythology about the lights.
When going on one of these tours you’ll only see them for a little bit, if you’re lucky. For most of the tour you’re just sitting on the bus waiting for the skies to clear and the lights to show through. For this tour we waited three hours at a location and nothing happened. On our way back to town the lights suddenly appeared. The bus driver immediately pulled over and we all got out and we were able to enjoy the lights for about 10 minutes before they disappeared. I have had friends have gone on these tours and not seen the lights so I was really happy that after what looked like a very disappointing attempt to see the lights turned into a very successful trip. We were also able to get some really great photos with the lights.
When going on one of these tours you’ll only see them for a little bit, if you’re lucky. For most of the tour you’re just sitting on the bus waiting for the skies to clear and the lights to show through. For this tour we waited three hours at a location and nothing happened. On our way back to town the lights suddenly appeared. The bus driver immediately pulled over and we all got out and we were able to enjoy the lights for about 10 minutes before they disappeared. I have had friends have gone on these tours and not seen the lights so I was really happy that after what looked like a very disappointing attempt to see the lights turned into a very successful trip. We were also able to get some really great photos with the lights.
Written 17 November 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Umesh N
26 contributions
Dec 2019
We were lucky to see Northen light on our 3rd attempt. Kudos to the RE for rebooking without hassles and making every attempt to make sure the travelers had the opportunity to see Northen Lights. I was very impressed by their customer service in general. We forgot some stuff on their bus on 3 occasions and found it at their counter a the Bus Terminal every time (you can't lose stuff with this company/Iceland in general !!! :))
As per calling this a tour, well it's really the Bus driving you far away from the city and parking in the field and patiently wait for Northern Lights to appear (it's on nature to make lights appear). Like I said, they do make every attempt (by rebooking) to make sure you got your money's worth.
Suggestion - make sure you go to see NL on the first day you arrive, that way you have multiple attempts to see NL in case they don't appear on the very first day. Also, check on the probability on NL on the local sites to see if it will happen or not .. pretty accurate.
As per calling this a tour, well it's really the Bus driving you far away from the city and parking in the field and patiently wait for Northern Lights to appear (it's on nature to make lights appear). Like I said, they do make every attempt (by rebooking) to make sure you got your money's worth.
Suggestion - make sure you go to see NL on the first day you arrive, that way you have multiple attempts to see NL in case they don't appear on the very first day. Also, check on the probability on NL on the local sites to see if it will happen or not .. pretty accurate.
Written 4 January 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
RE-TEAM
Dear Traveler
We cannot even begin to thank you for the ravishing compliment, especially about our lost and found department :) we are so glad that you thoroughly enjoyed our tours.
We wish to see you here in Iceland on one of our tours.
Respectfully Yours
Team Reykjavik Excursions
Written 30 January 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
mike20212015
Maastricht, The Netherlands40 contributions
Feb 2022
We were picked up in front of our hotel and taken to the bus station. There we boarded one of the 6 or 7 big buses to drive out to the national park. Along the way, our tour guide gave us a lecture about the lights. Suddenly, she called out, "The lights are in front of us." The bus quickly pulled over into a parking area and we all got out to view an incredible spectacle. After a half hour, we boarded the buses again to continue to our final destination. Their we enjoyed another hour or so of continued amazement. We were lucky. Not a cloud in the sky and a sun that was active at just the right time. Our guide said it was one of the top three nights for the lights this winter.
Everyone knows that there is never a guarantee on seeing the lights. But you got to give it a try if the weather is cooperating. The bus tour offers the most economical opportunity to see this spectacle!
Everyone knows that there is never a guarantee on seeing the lights. But you got to give it a try if the weather is cooperating. The bus tour offers the most economical opportunity to see this spectacle!
Written 18 February 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Colin A
1 contribution
Mar 2020
We went on the tour 16.03.2020 and saw very little as the clouds obscured the sky. When this happens you are invited to re-book the tour for free. We did so for the 18.03.2020. It snowed that morning but was a clear sky by midnight. We arrived at 11.15pm but the show really started about 12:10am (as predicted by the local weather web sites!). Awe inspiring and spectacular to say the least.
Written 24 March 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
RE-TEAM
Dear traveler
Thank you for your kind words about our northern lights excursion. We are pleased that you were satisfied with our tour arrangements and that you enjoyed the lights.
We hope that you had a great time in Iceland
Best Regards
Team Reykjavik Excursions
Written 25 March 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Hello, i would like to know what kind of transport can I use after we arrive in BSI?
Thank you :)
Melinda J
Ilford, UK95 contributions
What are the chances of seeing the Northern Lights early Sept? Anyone seen them at that time of the year please.?Would I be better off spending my money on a longer day trip taking in the Blue Lagoon? Only there for 2 nights
MAY1972
Perth, Australia133 contributions
I don’t believe that’s a good time of year to see them. I wouldn’t bother with the blue lagoon either.. there are natural spas which are more authentic.
Colleen M
Baltimore, MD5 contributions
Hi, I had a tour scheduled for Tuesday, March 19, 2019. Around noon the tour was cancelled, due to bad weather, which was no problem. However, will I be getting my money back? I attempted to book for another night, but that didn’t work out.
ps0013
Sydney, Australia46 contributions
We were in Reykjavik from 16th to 21st March 2019.
Our tour included going out by boat to see the lights but from 18th.If we didnt get to see it then we had up until the 20th.
But we checked the weather forecast and the Northern lights forecast and decided to bring our day forward to seing the lights. Fortunately we did as we actually saw the auroras.
The rest of our group got and 'indefinite' time limit return to see the lights, no refund.
Other people at our hotel said they too had a 2 yr return to use. So it depends on your company.
Virtually all give you a period to use your voucher.
A very important tip is the first thing one should do once in Reykjavik is chk the Northern lights sighting forecast.Its pretty accurate for approx 3 to 5 days at a time. Hotels are also very helpful with this infor.
Hope you get to see it...really is fantastic!
Could you kindly let me know how likely it is to see Northern lights on the 29th of March?
refitzsg
Buntingford, UK30 contributions
There is a good app called aurora. It will give you a rough idea if and when you may see an aurora. Certainly worked for us but you just have to watch the weather. If its stormy or very cloudy you will not see the aurora. You also need patience and warm clothes. Be prepared to stand around outside for long periods!oh and march is a good time to see the aurora.
Hi,Could you please let me know whether the tour operates at 10 PM on 22nd feb?
The timing options are a bit confusing while I am trying to book.Thanks!
refitzsg
Buntingford, UK30 contributions
Sorry just seen your mail. Yes the tour pick up was 9pm but leaves the bus depot about 9.30-10 pm
Paul R
County Durham, UK2 contributions
Hi, we are due to land at 16.30 and have transfer at 17.30 to hotel 22. We would like to book on the 19.30 trip but concerned if our flight is delayed we would miss it? Do you offer free cancellation if flight delayed? Paul
scambledeggs
Hastings, UK
Hi I would like to go on a northern lights tour,however this would need to be for after a 9.30 pm pick up due to other daytime excursions ,can anyone recommend a northern lights tour that leaves after 9.30 pm? Tia
What's the difference between the 2 times. What time is best for 2 adults ?
NathalieC616
Crawley, UK16 contributions
Later time is best as long as the sky is clear, you'll be in for a great show.
JJOutlaw
Ridgefield, CT1 contribution
How long is the tour?
NathalieC616
Crawley, UK16 contributions
The tour normally takes about 2-3 hours depending if how far or near a possible sighting is.
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