Itinerary

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  Pick-up

  Reykjavik

  Iceland stands out as a premier destination for witnessing the Northern Lights, offering ideal conditions, an extensive viewing season, minimal light pollution, and complemented by stunning natural landscapes that enhance the spectacle of the aurora borealis. Bustravel’s exceptional team of guides further enriches this experience, turning your Northern Lights dreams into reality.

  Our journey begins with a seamless pickup service from your accommodation or one of the designated bus stops in the city. It is highly recommended to commence your adventure at the Aurora Museum, where we can conveniently pick you up before departing for a location free from city light pollution.

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  Aurora Reykjavík - Northern Light Centre

  The price of the tour includes a visit to the Aurora Museum, which is a must on the day of your tour. Starting your journey there is recommended for a comprehensive introduction to and information about the Northern Lights. It’s also an opportunity to gain initial insights into adjusting your camera settings for capturing perfect pictures later in the evening. The museum offers an informative and interactive experience, allowing you to actively engage with the displays.

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  Northern lights hunting

  Once you’re settled in and prepared for the adventure, our team takes you to the countryside. Our office-based Northern Lights experts have conducted extensive research before your evening excursion, allowing your guide to optimize your chances of witnessing the Northern Lights. Our team selects locations that meet scientific criteria (such as low temperature, minimal cloud cover, and minimal light pollution), and they also consider places where the natural surroundings and landscapes enhance the spectacle.

  Every night is unique, and the Northern Lights display is ever-changing. Above us, various atomic collision reactions perform dances with slightly varying colors, intensities, and shapes, which can last from ten minutes to several hours. Some nights we remain at a single location, while on others, we move between different sites to chase down the lights.

  Regardless of the conditions each night, your guide will ensure you are entertained, well-informed, and comfortable. Rest assured, our team does everything in its power to make your Northern Lights hunt successful and your experience truly unforgettable.

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  Hot chocolate and light refreshments

  Every Northern Lights hunting tour requires patience, a dose of realism, and a willingness to spend a considerable amount of time outdoors, braving the chilly winter conditions while gazing at the sky in anticipation of the lights and savoring the moments when luck is on your side. To keep you warm, the Bustravel team has a special hot chocolate recipe and offers light refreshments. Nevertheless, it’s crucial to come well-prepared with warm clothing and sturdy footwear.

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  In case of no lights

  Witnessing a natural phenomenon like the Northern Lights is a rare opportunity in life, one that should not be taken for granted even when all the favorable conditions are in place. The Northern Lights are an inherent part of nature and cannot be controlled or switched on at will. If, unfortunately, you don’t have the chance to see them during your tour, we provide you with the option to reschedule for free to our Classic Northern Lights Bus Tour. Your guide will provide details on how to make the rebooking in case the lights don’t appear. This rebooking offer remains valid for three years from the date of your originally scheduled tour.

   

• Drop-off

  Reykjavik

  At the end of the night we return you back to Reykjavík at your location of choice and hope you had an amazing night.

  Please note that the duration of the tour is normally 3-4 hours but can vary in length depending on weather conditions on the evening.