If I’m chasing the Northern Lights, I’m not doing it halfway. I take you out of Reykjavík during the winter months, away from streetlights and into real Arctic darkness, where the sky has space to show off. Over three days, we’ll walk between tectonic plates, past erupting geysers and thunderous waterfalls, onto ancient glacier ice, and deep into Thórsmörk in a 4×4 Supertruck that treats river crossings like part of the fun. We stay in a quiet four-star countryside hotel built for dark skies and good rest. Big landscapes, small groups, serious Arctic atmosphere—and maybe, just maybe, a sky that starts dancing.
This three-day small group Northern Lights tour Iceland blends classic highlights with real off-road access and dark-sky positioning. We cover the Golden Circle, Iceland’s dramatic South Coast, and hike on Sólheimajökull glacier with full safety gear before heading into Thórsmörk’s wild highlands in a 4x4 Supertruck. Two nights are spent in a quiet four-star countryside hotel, chosen specifically for its distance from city lights to maximize aurora chances. The itinerary balances iconic sights, light hiking, and flexible evening aurora hunts, keeping the group small and mobile.
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This small group Northern Lights tour in Iceland is beginner-friendly, which means that practically anyone can participate in this tour.
If you can walk for four to six hours with little elevation gain, you are good to go!
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The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, which means they can never be 100% guaranteed. That said, this tour is specifically designed to maximize your chances.
Our guides continuously track weather patterns and solar activity to position us in the best possible viewing locations. While nature always has the final say, everything about this itinerary is built around giving you the strongest possible opportunity to witness the aurora.
While we do everything possible to track clear skies and strong solar activity, the Northern Lights are still a natural phenomenon. But this trip is far more than just a night-sky chase. You’ll hike on glaciers, stand beside thundering waterfalls, explore remote highland landscapes by 4×4, and experience Iceland’s wild terrain up close. The aurora is the crown jewel but the journey itself is packed with unforgettable moments.
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Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
Group sizes and pricing
A small group Northern Lights tour in Iceland can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
The price for this small group Northern Lights tour in Iceland is based on twin-share rooms, but a single occupancy room can be arranged at an additional fee. You can leave a note at checkout if interested.
The starting point of your small group Northern Lights tour in Iceland is Reykjavík. To get there, most people fly into Keflavík International Airport (KEF). From there, you can take a shuttle service, public transport, or rent a car to reach Reykjavík, where you will be picked up by the guide on Day 1.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.
Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.
Deposits
Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.
Cancellations
Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options—Basic, Flexible, or Super Flexible. Depending on which one you choose, a different cancellation policy will apply to your booking.
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Highly recommend Northern Lights tour Iceland! An amazing tour. Magnus was a brilliant aurora hunter and a great story teller. He kept the trip fun and engaging. We finally saw the aurora towards the end of the tour but he kept us engaged with stories of Icelandic culture, a perfect cup of hot chocolate, pastries and when the auroras did show, a professional photograph with the lights in the background. I highly recommend.