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The 15 Best Aurora Nights Out Worldwide

230 tours  ·  from $28 a head

Everything with a guide, a sled or a minibus attached, in one list. The 15 below are the nights worth the trip, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue underneath.

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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Tromsø: Northern Lights Pioneer Tour with Photos Included - Why the Mercedes minibus matters
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Tromsø: Northern Lights Pioneer Tour with Photos Included

2.Northern Lights Pioneer Tour with Photos Included

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6,048 reviews · 6 hours · from $165

Join Arctic Breeze AS for a 5 to 8 hour Northern Lights chase from Tromsø. Guides such as Emil, Mattia, Oscar, and Brynjar use weather and aurora data to seek clear skies, sometimes driving to Finland or Sweden. Thermal suits, hot drinks, portraits, professional photos, and hotel drop-off are included.

“Oscar and shojah (plus our driver) were all awesome. We had the best time and did two nichts back to back, as the conditions were improving and our first experience with the staff being so positive. For sure book it, but don’t forget to ask Mother Nature for some luck :).”

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Rovaniemi: Northern Lights Tour with Guaranteed Sightings - Pickup in Rovaniemi and the first miles
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Rovaniemi: Northern Lights Tour with Guaranteed Sightings

3.Northern Lights Tour with Guaranteed Sightings

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,836 reviews · 8 hours · from $164

Join Arctic GM for an Aurora hunt from Rovaniemi with up to eight people in a heated 2025 Ford Tourneo 4x4. Guides such as Matteo, Aneeq, Alexis, and Daria track clouds and solar activity, driving as far as Sweden or Norway when needed. You receive thermal clothing, hot drinks, snacks, and professional DSLR photos.

“Amazing experience with Arctic GM! We are a couple and we did the tour with Matteo, who was an outstanding guide: kind, punctual, extremely professional, and very knowledgeable. He explained everything about the Northern Lights and took great care of the whole group. The tour is perfectly organized (thermal suits included, quick stop at the office to get changed, snacks and hot tea). The guides constantly monitor the best areas and, if needed, they are even willing to drive all the way to Sweden or Norway to make sure you see the aurora. We were lucky and saw a stunning one about 1h30 from Rovaniemi! They also take photos during…”

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Small-Group Premium Northern Lights Tour from Reykjavik - What the four-hour route is really like
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Small-Group Premium Northern Lights Tour from Reykjavik

4.Small-Group Premium Northern Lights Tour from Reykjavik

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

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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#1 Northern Lights Tour In Iceland from Reykjavik with PRO photos - The guide can make or break the night
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#1 Northern Lights Tour In Iceland from Reykjavik with PRO photos

5.#1 Northern Lights Tour In Iceland from Reykjavik with PRO photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,887 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

You’ll leave Reykjavik with a local guide such as Bjarni, Johan, BG, or Aegir, heading away from city lights to wherever the evening forecast looks best. The tour lasts about four hours and includes pickup, hot chocolate, pastries, blankets, and professional photos when conditions allow. If the aurora stays hidden, you can rebook free, subject to availability.

“To make the most of this amazing experience, don’t forget to bring a top-notch camera or mobile phone to capture the moments. Also, dress warmly, and wear thick clothing to stay cozy.”

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Tromsø: Northern Lights Tour with Local Stories & Photos - What the seven-hour route feels like
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Tromsø: Northern Lights Tour with Local Stories & Photos

6.Northern Lights Tour with Local Stories & Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,467 reviews · 7 hours · from $100

Spend seven hours chasing the aurora from Tromsø in a warm bus with Wi-Fi, a toilet, English-speaking guides, hot drinks, biscuits, and free edited portrait photos. Guides such as Anna, Maria, Anka, and Alberto also help with camera settings and share local tales. The route may reach Finland when clouds block the lights near Tromsø.

“We had an exceptional time driving around hunting for the northern lights with Petter. He was super cheery and enthusiastic which made the hunt even more enjoyable. Needless to mention that seeing such bright and strong northern lights was a surreal moment for us. Very very happy with the tour.”

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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

7.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 Night Tour from Reykjavik - How the nightly search works
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Northern Lights Night Tour from Reykjavik

8.Northern Lights Night Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 1,921 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $63

Leave Reykjavik after dark and ride into Iceland’s countryside to search for the aurora. Your guide explains the science and local myths, chooses the night’s viewing area, offers camera tips, and provides a free repeat tour if no lights appear. The trip lasts 3 to 5 hours and includes Wi-Fi and return transport.

“We booked the trip for our first night, we waited for 5 hours but the northern lights did not show. This happens. We watched the weather and rebooked for 3 days later for free and were rewarded. I was pleased that the operator checked the forecast and moved our destination inland. Very professional operation and would definitely recommend to anyone”

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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

9.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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Tromsø: Small-Group Northern Lights Tour by Minibus - Meeting at Scandic Ishavshotel
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Tromsø: Small-Group Northern Lights Tour by Minibus

10.Small-Group Northern Lights Tour by Minibus

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,655 reviews · 6 hours · from $251

Meet Snow-travels at Scandic Ishavshotel for a six-hour aurora chase through Tromsø’s mountains, fjords, and valleys. Guides such as Marius, Kamil, Hassan, and Yeray may drive as far as Finland for clearer skies. Thermal suits, a fire, hot drinks, a warm meal, tripods, and free photos are included.

“Guides were extremely knowledgable. They were organised and enthusiastic. Took loads of photos and sent them all through to us. Fab communication, started a little early which was exactly the right thing to do for the evening we had booked. Thanks to Hassan and Yeray, both committed to getting the best views possible for us.”

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Tromsø: Northern Lights Bus Tour with Free Photography - Why the route can change three times in one night
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Tromsø: Northern Lights Bus Tour with Free Photography

11.Northern Lights Bus Tour with Free Photography

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,642 reviews · 6 hours · from $61Best value

Join a six-hour Northern Lights hunt from central Tromsø with English or Spanish guides, an Arctic driver, warm drinks, snacks, campfires, and free photos. Guides such as Ailen, Eneas, Julieta, José, and Fabrizio have helped visitors chase clear skies, explain aurora science, and improve camera settings. The lights are never guaranteed.

“Our guides Laura and Ailen were incredible! Tromso was rainy and cloudy and the forecast was not looking good at all. We made two quick stops but didn’t see much activity. Then Laura and Ailen took us to a third spot and after a while we saw incredible activity with explosions and a shooting star! The driver was also amazing and allowed us to stay longer and enjoy the activity. It was a magical day despite what was meant to be a terrible forecast and it was the incredible team that made it possible! Thanks again!!”

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From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Tour with Lifetime Guarantee - Starting from Reykjavik at the right time
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From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Tour with Lifetime Guarantee

12.Northern Lights Tour with Lifetime Guarantee

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 1,578 reviews · 3 hours · from $73

Leave Reykjavik after dark and search for the Aurora Borealis with a local English-speaking guide, a GPS audio app in 10 languages, WiFi, USB charging, and a warm coach. Guides such as Thor, Laura, and Helga have helped visitors with camera settings and last-minute sightings. If the sky stays dark, you can return free of charge.

“Just got home after our second night of Northern Light hunting. Our first night was unsuccessful so we rebooked for the next night which was successful. Rebooking was straight forward great communication with tour company. Tour guides on both nights were very knowledgeable and friendly. This evening we had tour guide Laura and driver Camile who were both fab! Our tour ran smoothly and on time and they even made adjustments so we could have an extra stop on the way back due to another showing of lights! Thank you very much, we throughly enjoyed our first Northern Light show!”

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Rovaniemi: Lapland Northern Lights Tour with BBQ - Warm overalls make the wait possible
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Rovaniemi: Lapland Northern Lights Tour with BBQ

13.Lapland Northern Lights Tour with BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,569 reviews · 3 hours · from $81

Meet your English-speaking guide in central Rovaniemi and ride into the dark forests for a three-hour aurora outing. Guides such as Esther, Oscar, Matthias, and Daniel have helped guests understand the science and folklore behind the lights. At the camp, enjoy salmon soup, sausages, Lappish bread, blueberry tea, and a warm fire.

“WOW! What en evening and what an experience. Malcolm and the team were fantastic. we would recommend this trip.”

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Rovaniemi: Small-Group Northern Lights Wilderness Tour - How the Aurora hunt works
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Rovaniemi: Small-Group Northern Lights Wilderness Tour

14.Small-Group Northern Lights Wilderness Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,515 reviews · 4 hours · from $136

Leave Rovaniemi with an English-speaking Aurora guide and a group of no more than eight. Your guide checks the forecast, drives to clearer skies, builds a fire, cooks sausages and marshmallows, and photographs you beneath the Northern Lights. Guides such as Nino, Emily, Patrick, and Carlos are praised for patience and persistence.

“Emily as our guide really makes the tour interesting. Learned about aurora and stars as the skies are really clear on that night.”

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Tromso: Northern Lights Minibus Tour with Campfire - The minibus chase can become the main adventure
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Tromso: Northern Lights Minibus Tour with Campfire

15.Northern Lights Minibus Tour with Campfire

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,318 reviews · 8 hours · from $167

Leave Tromsø by minibus with guides such as Christian, Kristian, Nick, and Spiros, chasing clear skies toward the Finnish border when needed. You’ll stop for aurora viewing, hot drinks, campfire sausages and marshmallows, thermal suits, and free professional photos. The tour lasts 8 to 10 hours and may cross into Finland, so bring your passport.

“Northern Lights were amazing — and they were absolutely right! Our tour guide, Christian, went above and beyond and was even willing to drive all the way to Finland to make sure we saw the Northern Lights. The company made a huge effort to find clear skies, and it really paid off — we saw them and it was incredible. We also toasted marshmallows and had hot dogs, which made the whole experience even more special and cosy. The staff were lovely, friendly, and genuinely passionate about giving us the best possible experience. Highly recommend!”

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Tromso Northern Lights Minibus Chase Small Group Tour with Photos - Getting fitted for Arctic clothing
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Tromso Northern Lights Minibus Chase Small Group Tour with Photos

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