The 13 Best Small-Group Northern Lights Tours in Reykjavik

1.Small-Group Premium Northern Lights Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,977 reviews · 4 hours · from $107Our pick

Leave Reykjavik after dark in a small minibus and follow the clearest skies toward the aurora. Guides such as Ody, JP, Michael, Axel, and Sammy explain the science, find darker viewing spots, and help with photos. The four-hour trip includes hot chocolate, refreshments, hotel or bus-stop pickup, and a free retry valid for three years if the lights do not appear.

“We were very happy to see the northern lights as we’re expecting it to be hard due to cloud cover - but fortunately the forecast was wrong. Our guide was super friendly and engaging and found some spots that felt off the beaten path (I was expecting to all go to the same places as other tours)”

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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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3.Northern Lights Midnight Adventure Small-Group from Reykjavík

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 965 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $140Top rated

Ride from Reykjavík in a small heated minibus while guides such as Tomas and Siggi track clouds and aurora conditions. You may visit several dark sites, learn the science behind the lights, enjoy hot chocolate, and receive professional photos. If the aurora stays hidden, you can rebook free.

“Dress warmly and have the time of your life! Siggy was exceptionally knowledgeable and accommodating!”

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4.Northern Lights Tour w/Pro Photos – Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 400 reviews · 4 hours · from $148

Join Aurora Viking for a four-hour Northern Lights hunt from Reykjavík, limited to 18 people. Guides including Emil, Kolbeinn, Tomas, Kobe, and BG use weather knowledge and high-spec cameras to find clear skies, photograph you under the aurora, and add Viking costumes, replica weapons, hot chocolate, and pastries while you wait.

“Tom was amazing tour guide, we had great time finding lights”

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5.Reykjavik Northern Lights Tour with Pro Aurora Photos Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 349 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $148

Join Aurora Viking for a 3 to 5 hour Northern Lights hunt from Reykjavik. Guides such as Tomas, Emil, Felix, Kobe, Jonas, and BG use weather forecasts and aurora data to choose viewing spots. Expect a small group of up to 18, hot cocoa, snacks, Viking props, and professional photos sent after the tour.

“The guide was brilliant, he was very informative, friendly and efficient. We weren’t sure if we were going to see them based on conditions but he was on a mission to find them for us and he did!”

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6.Northern Lights and Stargazing Small-Group Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 308 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $234

Leave Reykjavík by modified superjeep with a small group of up to 14. Your guide follows cloud and aurora forecasts, sets up a telescope for stars and planets, serves hot chocolate and Kleina pastry, and takes included photos if the lights appear. Guides may include Ástþór, Dominic, Thrusther, Sara, or Vikingur.

“The tour guides energy was great. He was in a great mood, he was really excited to take us out, had a lot of really cool knowledge about the stars and the northern lights. Hats off to Thrustua!”

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7.Northern Lights Small-Group Tour From Reykjavik with Hot Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 264 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $109

Leave Reykjavik’s city lights behind and search Iceland’s darker countryside with an English-speaking guide such as Ody, Michael, Roman, or Harold. Expect flexible stops based on clouds and aurora activity, hot chocolate in the cold, help with night photography, and a free second attempt if the lights stay hidden.

“The tour guide genuinely went the distance literally and chased down an aurora sighting as there was cloud cover with intermittent clear skies. We stopped at 3 spots with underwhelming sights but on our way back hit the jackpot on the final detour he tried to see a great show.”

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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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9.Northern Lights Small Group Guided Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 158 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $120

Leave Reykjavik around 9:30 pm with a local aurora guide such as Kalli or Sol, then travel wherever cloud and forecast conditions offer the best chance of seeing the Northern Lights. The route changes nightly. Hotel pickup, WiFi, bus fare, and a carbon-neutral operation are included, but food and drinks are not.

“This tour was great! It was our first night in Iceland and we were able to see the lights! Our tour guide Kalli was great and very patient. He let us take extra time to take pics of the lights. He also took us to a remote section where we were the only bus and we got to see the lights and they were truly amazing! It was breathtaking and I would do it again! We got lucky and saw the lights on our first try!”

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10.Aurora Small Group 4×4 Northern Lights Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 13 reviews · 5 hours · from $153

You’ll leave Reykjavík in a 16-seat 4x4 Sprinter with an English-speaking guide who tracks clouds and aurora forecasts. The five-hour outing includes remote viewing stops, blankets, hot chocolate, Icelandic snacks, premium drinks, unlimited professional photos, and a free aurora portrait. Choose Standard or Guaranteed repeat-trip cover.

“Excellent tour. our guide was brilliant. The photos were great and the hot chocolate was just what we needed after a cold night. Thank you”

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11.Northern Lights Small Group with Surprise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 11 reviews · 4 hours · from $103Best value

Leave Reykjavik with an English-speaking guide, such as Roman, and hunt for the aurora in a 16-seat minibus. You’ll follow changing weather and aurora forecasts, stop in the countryside, hear Icelandic stories and science, sip hot chocolate or tea, and receive a small Icelandic gift. Pickup and drop-off are included.

“We saw the best northern lights of the season ! Our tour guide Roman was really enthusiastic and amazing”

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12.Small Group Northern Lights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 8 reviews · 3 hours · from $115

Meet your English-speaking guide at Reykjavik’s BSI Bus Terminal, then ride with up to 19 people into a dark area beyond the city glow. Your guide chooses the night’s best viewing spot and shares photo tips. The three-hour tour includes Wi-Fi, blankets, and a free return trip if clouds or weak activity hide the Aurora.

“We got to see the lights. The tour guide was great although they didn’t have enough cups to provide us with hot chocolate (the only 2 on the group who didn’t get a drink)”

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13.Small-Group Northern Lights Tour with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 4 hours · from $110

Join Kalman Tours for a four-hour Northern Lights chase from Reykjavik, with pickup near your accommodation from 21:00. Your English or Hungarian-speaking guide reads the weather, drives beyond city lights, helps with camera settings, and offers a free retry if clouds spoil the show. The minibus holds up to 19 people.

“Kalman was very informative and puntual. Very pleased with the tour and the spots he took us to. We were very lucky to see them right away and very strongly”

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