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The 15 Best Northern Lights Dinner Tours in Iceland

20 tours  ·  from $61 a head

The 15 best northern lights dinner tours in Iceland you can book for this season, with what each costs a head, how many hours you are out and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Bus Tour with Hot Cocoa - Guides who turn waiting into part of the experience
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From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Bus Tour with Hot Cocoa

1.Northern Lights Bus Tour with Hot Cocoa

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 13,947 reviews · 4 hours · from $74Our pick

Leave Reykjavik’s city lights on a four-hour Northern Lights hunt with guides such as Barbara, Darren, Kristi, and Pierre. You’ll follow weather forecasts, stop at dark viewing points, learn how solar particles create the aurora, and get time for photos. Hot cocoa is included, though availability can vary. If you see nothing, you can join one free retry tour.

“absolutely amazing. we were blessed with a clear night. it took a while for the lights to show (we 'saw' some around 10pm and I wondered what all the fuss was about! then they developed into the most unbelievable show, moving before ours eyes. truly phenomenal. utterly spectacular.”

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Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Hot Chocolate & Photos - From Reykjavik pickup to the first dark-sky stop
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Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Hot Chocolate & Photos

2.Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Hot Chocolate & Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,068 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $172

Chase the Northern Lights from Reykjavik in a minibus holding no more than 19 people. Guides such as Baldvin, Michaela, Devin, and Simon track forecasts, change locations, explain Icelandic folklore and aurora science, and take photos when conditions allow. Hot chocolate, pastries, and wool blankets help during long waits outdoors.

“This Aurora chasing tour was absolutely incredible and truly one of the highlights of our trip to Iceland. The guide was extremely knowledgeable, patient, and determined to give us the best possible chance of seeing the Northern Lights. We were taken far away from city lights, and the guide carefully tracked weather conditions and aurora activity throughout the night. Thanks to their experience and dedication, we were lucky enough to witness the Northern Lights dancing across the sky—an unforgettable and magical moment. The guide also helped us with camera settings and shared fascinating explanations about how the aurora forms, which made the experience even more special. The tour was well…”

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Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik with Hot Chocolate - Thingvellir and the first search
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Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik with Hot Chocolate

3.Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik with Hot Chocolate

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,782 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $76

Travel by bus from Reykjavik into dark countryside, often around Thingvellir National Park, while guides such as Darren, Simon, Eva, and Michael track cloud cover and aurora activity. Expect about four hours, hot chocolate, onboard WiFi, folklore, and several possible stops. If the lights stay away, you can return once for free.

“Absolutely fantastic! We may have been a bit lucky, but we saw an amazing light show in the sky. Our tour guide was top-notch and shared information about the Northern Lights. The hot chocolate was first rate, too. Thank you!”

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Reykjavik: Northern Lights Adventure Tour with Hot Chocolate - Pickup points and the first part of the evening
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Reykjavik: Northern Lights Adventure Tour with Hot Chocolate

4.Northern Lights Adventure Tour with Hot Chocolate

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 729 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $61Best value

Leave Reykjavik by comfortable coach and follow the clearest skies in search of the Aurora Borealis. Guides such as Atli, Rachel, and Clement explain the science, help with phone settings, and may make several stops while they track the lights. The tour includes hot chocolate and a free retry the next evening if the aurora does not appear.

“Absolutely amazing! Still can’t believe I’ve seen the northern lights in real life. The weather was a bit up and down so we had to drive just over an hour out of Reykjavík but it was so worth it!”

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From Reykjavík: Northern Lights Tour with Hot Cocoa & Photos - The viewing stop: one hour under Iceland’s sky
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From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Tour with Hot Cocoa & Photos

5.Northern Lights Tour with Hot Cocoa & Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 695 reviews · 4 hours · from $169

Leave Reykjavík in a minibus for a four-hour Northern Lights search guided by an English-speaking aurora expert. Your guide uses weather forecasts and cloud conditions to choose dark viewing spots. Expect free professional photos, Icelandic wool blankets, hot chocolate, and kleina pastries. The group is limited to 19 people.

“Our guide Gummi G explained the process to of looking for the northern lights so we were prepared, he had plenty of blankets for us and the hot chocolate was amazing especially as it was so cold. We stopped at 2 locations where Gummi saw a good opportunity for us to see the lights and took plenty of pictures for us as well as giving us tips on where the best place to look was. During the journey Gummi gave us lots of information about the northern lights and the various methods for forecasting them and what it means which was really interesting and helpful. Would definitely recommend”

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Northern Lights Tour with Photos, Snacks, Warm Snowsuits, Chairs - Waiting in the southern Icelandic countryside
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Northern Lights Tour with Photos, Snacks, Warm Snowsuits, Chairs

6.Northern Lights Tour with Photos, Snacks, Warm Snowsuits, Chairs

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 313 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $212

Leave Reykjavík with guide and photographer Heimir, who tracks clouds, weather, and aurora forecasts to find a dark viewing spot in southern Iceland. You can borrow a warm winter jumpsuit, sit in an outdoor chair, enjoy hot chocolate and Icelandic snacks, and receive high-resolution photos. Free repeat trips are offered after a no-show, subject to availability.

“Amazing,memorable experience , we're lucky to get an amazing formation and we utilised every part of it!”

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Northern Lights Minibus Tour with Hot Cocoa, Blankets & Photos - What the evening schedule feels like
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Northern Lights Minibus Tour with Hot Cocoa, Blankets & Photos

7.Northern Lights Minibus Tour with Hot Cocoa, Blankets & Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 275 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $106

Leave Reykjavik by minibus with an aurora-hunting guide such as Niklas, Nicholas, Palli, or Arnie, then search the countryside for clear skies and Northern Lights. The tour includes hotel-area pickup, Wi-Fi, hot cocoa, chocolate treats, blankets, and free photos when the aurora appears. Expect up to four hours outside in cold, changing weather.

“It was truly amazing to finally see the Northern Lights After over 10 years of wishing, hoping, planning, and even missing them due to weather conditions.”

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Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Free Photos & Hot Chocolate - Guides Who Help You Spot What You Might Miss
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Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Free Photos & Hot Chocolate

8.Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Free Photos & Hot Chocolate

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 179 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $118

Search Iceland’s changing skies with a guide such as Nelu, Juliana, Alex, or Jonas in a minibus for up to 18 people. You’ll leave Reykjavik’s city lights, chase clear skies, enjoy hot chocolate and Hraun chocolate, and receive digital photos of you beneath the aurora.

“Once in a lifetime experience! Highly recommended for all ages! Would love to do it again during my next visit!”

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Reykjavik: Northern Lights Tour with Free Photos & Hot Cocoa - How the aurora hunt works
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Reykjavik: Northern Lights Tour with Free Photos & Hot Cocoa

9.Northern Lights Tour with Free Photos & Hot Cocoa

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 119 reviews · 4 hours · from $124

Leave Reykjavik after dark with an English-speaking aurora guide such as Ody, JP, or Karol, following the clearest forecast into the countryside. You’ll stop at dark-sky locations, learn the science and legends, receive photography help and digital photos, and warm up with hot chocolate. If the lights stay hidden, you can return on a free second-chance tour.

“Had an amazing experience! Our tour guide Alex help us to catch the Northen Lights.”

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From Reykjavík: Northern Lights Tour with Hot Cocoa & Photos - The viewing stop: one hour under Iceland’s sky
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From Reykjavík: Northern Lights Tour with Hot Cocoa & Photos

10.Northern Lights Tour with Hot Cocoa & Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 54 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $115

Leave central Reykjavík after 9 PM in a heated minibus and follow the clouds and aurora forecast to a darker viewing spot. Your English-speaking guide serves hot chocolate and a chocolate bar, then takes digital photos of you beneath the lights. If the aurora fails to appear, you can rebook the next available night for free.

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Kopar Fine Dining Dinner and Northern Lights Cruise from Reykjavik - What the six courses are really like
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Kopar Fine Dining Dinner and Northern Lights Cruise from Reykjavik

11.Kopar Fine Dining Dinner and Northern Lights Cruise from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 49 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $204

Start with Kopar’s six-course Adventure Menu beside Reykjavik’s Old Harbour, then walk one minute to Special Tours for a 2.5-hour Northern Lights cruise. Warm coveralls, onboard commentary, and video are included. The lights are never guaranteed, but a free retry may be offered when conditions prevent a sighting.

“The most amazing and delicious meal ever! We were sat right next to the window over looking the harbour. The staff were excellent and very attentive. The meal was six courses plus bread at the start and the quality of the food was top drawer. I can honestly say I’ve never had such a delicious meal before and wow was it also filling. We were stuffed by the final course. I cannot recommend Kopar more highly.”

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Northern Lights Tour: Cozy Night Adventure with Hot Chocolate - What the bus ride adds
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Northern Lights Tour: Cozy Night Adventure with Hot Chocolate

12.Northern Lights Tour: Cozy Night Adventure with Hot Chocolate

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $81Top rated

Leave Reykjavík by warm bus with guides such as Tomas or Nebo, heading into dark Icelandic countryside to seek the aurora. Expect folklore, sky science, hot chocolate, and possibly Icelandic donuts and hand warmers while you wait. Pickup is from designated bus stops, and the tour returns after about four hours.

“It was incredible. We were very lucky and treated to an amazing display from the northern lights. Thomas told fascinating stories about folklore.”

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Small-Group Tour: Northern Lights with Photos & Hot Chocolate - Hot chocolate, pastries, and the practical side of cold
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Small-Group Tour: Northern Lights with Photos & Hot Chocolate

13.Small-Group Tour: Northern Lights with Photos & Hot Chocolate

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $126

Leave Reykjavik’s city lights in a comfortable Sprinter minibus and follow weather and solar forecasts to a promising viewing spot. Your guide serves hot chocolate and Icelandic pastries, shares stories, and takes photos beneath the aurora. Pickup is available from Reykjavik hotels, guesthouses, and ports. The group limit is 19.

“The tour was good, as we seen the lights and were very lucky with the burst we had; amazing experience. The hot chocolate and pastry was delicious. However I do have to take a star away, due to the poor quality of professional camera. You pay extra to have these photos included, in comparison to the other northern lights tours. The guide was not a professional photographer and this can be seen in the photos received. I will attach these. All you can see is the top of mine and my partners heads, better photos were taken on my own iPhone. So if you are booking a tour specifically for…”

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Reykjavik: Northern Lights by 4x4 with Photos & Hot Cocoa - Who should book this night out?
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Reykjavik: Northern Lights by 4×4 with Photos & Hot Cocoa

14.Northern Lights by 4×4 with Photos & Hot Cocoa

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 6 reviews · 4 hours · from $148

Leave Reykjavík in a winter-ready 4x4 Sprinter and follow the aurora forecast into Iceland’s dark countryside. Your English-speaking guide chooses the best viewing area, then serves hot cocoa and chocolate while you wait beneath the stars. The tour lasts four hours, carries no more than 19 people, and includes Northern Lights photos plus free retries if the sky stays dark.

“This was one of the highlights of our trip to Iceland . Everyone says it’s a bucket list experience and I totally understand why . The whole night was amazing and thanks to our lovely guide we found the perfect spot about 50 minutes outside the city. Made even more perfect with the best hot chocolate to keep us warm”

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Private Northern Lights Adventure With Secret Lagoon and Dinner - Booking, cancellations, and weather
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Private Northern Lights Adventure With Secret Lagoon and Dinner

Northern Lights in Mini Bus, Photos, Hot Cocoa and Pastries - Waiting outdoors with cocoa and pastries
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Northern Lights in Mini Bus, Photos, Hot Cocoa and Pastries

17★ 5.0Northern Lights in Mini Bus, Photos, Hot Cocoa and PastriesFrom $1243 reviews
Northern Lights 4x4 Super, Photos, Hot Cocoa, Pastries - Searching for the Aurora in Icelandic darkness
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Northern Lights 4×4 Super, Photos, Hot Cocoa, Pastries

18★ 5.0Northern Lights 4×4 Super, Photos, Hot Cocoa, PastriesFrom $1623 reviews
Private Northern Lights Adventure With Lobster Dinner - Stokkseyri and the three-course lobster meal
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Private Northern Lights Adventure With Lobster Dinner

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