Overview
Experience the magic of the Icelandic sky on a Private Northern Lights Hunting Tour, where expert guides chauffeur you in luxury to prime spots away from city glare.
This mesmerizing display occurs when solar particles collide with the Earth's atmosphere, producing a spectrum of colors from common greens to rare blues and purples. While sightings depend on nature’s whims, our team provides tailored photography tips for DSLRs and smartphones to help you capture every moment. To prepare for this August-to-April adventure, dress warmly and bring plenty of snacks.
Please note that the standard tour focuses on the hunt; additional activities, as well as any extended hours, will incur separate charges.
What's Included
- Tips on how to take the best pictures
- Expert and fun-loving Guide
- Private expenses such as food
- Tips or Gratuity (Not required in Iceland)
Meeting and Pickup
Please be ready for pickup 10 minutes before departure. We also kindly request you to keep your phone turned on in case we need to give you a call. :)
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Northern Lights Hunting Tour?
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Tips on how to take the best pictures.
- Expert and fun-loving Guide.
- Private expenses such as food.
- Tips or Gratuity (Not required in Iceland).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Northern Lights Hunting Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Northern Lights Hunting Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tips on how to take the best pictures
- Expert and fun-loving Guide
- Private expenses such as food
- Tips or Gratuity (Not required in Iceland)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
