Reykjavik Northern Lights Adventure: Guided Bus Tour
Reykjavik Northern Lights Adventure: Guided Bus Tour
Embark on an enchanting journey through the Icelandic countryside, seeking out the mesmerizing Northern Lights. This natural wonder draws visitors globally each winter, eager for a glimpse of its ethereal beauty. Let our seasoned guides lead you on this extraordinary quest, weaving through the darkness in search of the lights' magical dance across the sky. From the subtle flicker of light to a vibrant display of colors, the aurora borealis is a spectacle unlike any other. Enjoy captivating stories and legends about this phenomenon, all while sipping on our special hot chocolate recipe to keep warm. Your adventure also includes a complimentary ticket to the Aurora Museum Reykjavík, enhancing your experience with scientific insights and photography tips. Should the lights elude us, a star-filled sky awaits, along with an opportunity to rebook for another chance to witness this breathtaking display.
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Embark on an enchanting evening journey through the Icelandic landscape in pursuit of the elusive Northern Lights, a spectacle that draws globetrotters to our shores each winter. The phenomenon starts with solar winds colliding with Earth's magnetic field, creating stunning displays of white, green, and occasionally red or purple light dancing across the sky. Whether it's a subtle flicker or a dramatic symphony of colors, the Northern Lights never fail to mesmerize.
Join our Northern Light Hunt, led by passionate and knowledgeable guides committed to making your quest for the lights a memorable adventure. Throughout the evening, you'll be regaled with fascinating stories and legends surrounding this natural marvel, all while sipping on a specially crafted hot chocolate to keep the chill at bay.
Your adventure also includes a complimentary ticket to the Aurora Museum in Reykjavík, providing a deeper understanding of the science behind the Northern Lights and tips on capturing them through photography. You're welcome to explore the museum any time on the day of your tour, with the option for tour pickup directly from the museum.
Even on nights when the Aurora Borealis hides from view, you'll be treated to a sky brimming with stars, and the opportunity to rebook your tour, ensuring another chance to witness this breathtaking phenomenon.
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Itinerary
Northern Lights Hunt Itinerary
Art and science collide for an evening of hunting through the Icelandic countryside for an opportunity to spot the elusive Northern Lights. Many people come to our shores from all over the world every winter to see them.
What begins as solar winds from the sun striking against the magnetic field of our planet like a piece of flint touching steel quickly translates into ribbons of white and green, sometimes even red and purple that flutter through the sky like paper bags caught in the wind. Sometimes the effect is subtle, just a flicker of light against the dark whilst other times it can feel like a full orchestra, but no matter how the lights may present themselves they are always utterly captivating.
Join us on a northern light hunt experience and our experienced and enthusiastic guides will do their level best to hunt down the lights and create special memories for you. The night will be completed with interesting information, legend and stories about the phenomenon, topped with a special recipe of hot chocolate to stay warm.
Your tour ticket comes with a free ticket to the Aurora Museum Reykjavík. The exhibition is a great introduction to the science behind this phenomena and also provides valuable insight into the best methods to photograph this lights. You can visit the museum at any time on the day of your booking and we can even collect you from there for your tour.
For those nights where mother nature is not on our side, you will still be treated to a night sky full of stars and an ability to rebook and try another roll of the dice.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Northern light hunt
- Professional English speaking tour guide
- Hot chocolate and refreshments
- Aurora Museum Reykjavik entrance ticket (only valid for use on the tour date booked and if the tour is operating)
- Wi-fi on board
Exclusions
- Pickup and drop off
Important Notes
Art and science collide for an evening of hunting through the Icelandic countryside for an opportunity to spot the elusive Northern Lights. Many people come to our shores from all over the world every winter to see them.What begins as solar winds from the sun striking against the magnetic field of our planet like a piece of flint touching steel quickly translates into ribbons of white and green, sometimes even red and purple that flutter through the sky like paper bags caught in the wind. Sometimes the effect is subtle, just a flicker of light against the dark whilst other times it can feel like a full orchestra, but no matter how the lights may present themselves they are always utterly captivating. Join us on a northern light hunt experience and our experienced and enthusiastic guides will do their level best to hunt down the lights and create special memories for you. The night will be completed with interesting information, legend and stories about the phenomenon, topped with a special recipe of hot chocolate to stay warm. Your tour ticket comes with a free ticket to the Aurora Museum Reykjavik. The exhibition is a great introduction to the science behind this phenomena and also provides valuable insight into the best methods to photograph this lights. You can visit the museum at any time on the day of your booking and we can even collect you from there for your tour. For those nights where mother nature is not on our side, you will still be treated to a night sky full of stars and an ability to rebook and try another roll of the dice.
- The duration of the tour is 3-4 hours
- Make sure to bring warm clothing