Quad Bike Safaris Under the Northern Lights: the 3 Best Nights Out

1.Northern Lights ATV Quad Adventure from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $199Our pick

Drive an ATV at night from Reykjavik to Hafravatn Lake and Mount Hafrafell with a local guide. You will ride rugged trails, stop for views over Reykjavik and Mosfellsbær, and wait for the aurora under dark Icelandic skies. Double riding is standard, while single riding costs extra. Pickup is offered.

“Great fun and our guide went out of his way in terms of time. Even dropped us back to our hotel we were out till 1 am and had a great view.”

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2.Evening Tour and Aurora Borealis Sightseeing in Norway by ATV

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $257

From Alta, Finnmark Adventure takes you by vehicle to Kviby, then into the Arctic night by ATV. You share one ATV between two people, wear supplied thermal gear, and stop near fjords and open country to search for the aurora. Guides including Oscar and Marius are praised for patient safety briefings and extra time at viewing spots.

“Was a good tour, unfortunately we didnt get to see the northern lights with the naked eye. But still mansged to get photos. Despite the heavy clouds. The ATV's were great. Plenty of photo opportunities. Tour guide was friendly and informative. Overalls, boots, gloves and helmets were provided. Which were well needed on the evening we went.”

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3.Northern Lights Quad Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 3 hours · from $210

After sunset, guide Zaccaria or another English-speaking guide leads you by quad through snowy forests beyond Rovaniemi’s city lights. You share one ATV between two adults, ride for about an hour, pause for hot blueberry juice and gingerbread, and search the sky for the Northern Lights. Winter clothing, transfers, and a traditional grilled salmon are included.

“the northern lights were amazing a dream come true and the ATVs are a cool way to see them. the guide knew how to take our picture so you could see us with the northern lights and took multiple until we were satisfied. great experience.”

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