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Private Northern Lights Tour

4 Reviews 4.50 out of 5 stars Based on 4 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Reykjavik, Iceland
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On average, this is booked 29 (0) days in advance.
3 to 5 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Join us on the search for the elusive Northern Lights. You will get picked up from your lodging to join your friendly David The Guide team member and begin the search. We are always monitoring the conditions and will only operate if the chances are good. As we search for the Northern Lights we will serve hot chocolate and yummy biscuits. If and when we find the lights we will stop to observe the dancing sky and take your picture. You will get the picture sent to you after the tour.
David the Guide started out as one guide wanting to share and give more. With growing demand, the David the Guide team has grown and our team of adventure loving guides will be with you on your tour with us. This is not a single man operation, but a family of guides who believe in the vision David has for the industry.

What's Included

  • Snacks Hot Chocolate and Bisquits
  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
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    Heidmork Nature Reserve (pass by)

    PLEASE NOTE: Exact location is subject to cloud cover and northern lights activity on a given night!Join David The Guide´s 8 people maximum tour, You will be picked up from either your hotel, guesthouse or bus stop starting 30 minutes before departure time (Please allow a thirty-minute window for everyone to be picked up)Our journey will take us outside of the city limits away from any light pollution as the Northern Lights are harder to see from Reykjavík. To which location it is hard to say, it will depend on the cloud coverage and activity in the evening. We try to keep it as short a drive as possible and we might stop at several locations as the lights can be quite elusive and often it will be a waiting game for this beautiful phenomenonA little note on the Northern Lights, they are fickle and elusive. They are very common in Iceland but alas cannot be promised by anyone so in order to make sure that you get another chance to see them we will take you a second time if your first time out turned out to be only stargazing. This re-use ticket is valid for two years after purchase. If the tour is canceled and you are not able to make a reschedule before you leave we will refund fully!Cars are sanitized prior to each tour and hand sanitizer is available in the car.Departure: TIMES VARY: 1. sept - 30. sept - Departure is 10:00 PM, Pickup starts at 9:30 PM 1. oct. - 30. Feb - Departure is 09:00 PM, Pickup starts at 8:30 PM 1. march - 31. march - Departure is at 10:00 PM, Pickup starts at 9:30 PMPlease note that pickup takes 30 minutesTHIS TOUR RUNS DEPENDENT ON WEATHER - we only go if there is a high possibility of sighting - every day we assess the situation and decide whether or not to run the tour. This decision is made at 5:00 PM, please allow until this time for us to send you a confirmation and feel free to send us any questions.
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    Thingvellir National Park (pass by)

    PLEASE NOTE: Exact location is subject to cloud cover and northern lights activity on a given night!Join David The Guide´s 8 people maximum tour, You will be picked up from either your hotel, guesthouse or bus stop starting 30 minutes before departure time (Please allow a thirty-minute window for everyone to be picked up)Our journey will take us outside of the city limits away from any light pollution as the Northern Lights are harder to see from Reykjavík. To which location it is hard to say, it will depend on the cloud coverage and activity in the evening. We try to keep it as short a drive as possible and we might stop at several locations as the lights can be quite elusive and often it will be a waiting game for this beautiful phenomenonA little note on the Northern Lights, they are fickle and elusive. They are very common in Iceland but alas cannot be promised by anyone so in order to make sure that you get another chance to see them we will take you a second time if your first time out turned out to be only stargazing. This re-use ticket is valid for two years after purchase. If the tour is canceled and you are not able to make a reschedule before you leave we will refund fully!Cars are sanitized prior to each tour and hand sanitizer is available in the car.Departure: TIMES VARY: 1. sept - 30. sept - Departure is 10:00 PM, Pickup starts at 9:30 PM 1. oct. - 30. Feb - Departure is 09:00 PM, Pickup starts at 8:30 PM 1. march - 31. march - Departure is at 10:00 PM, Pickup starts at 9:30 PMPlease note that pickup takes 30 minutesTHIS TOUR RUNS DEPENDENT ON WEATHER - we only go if there is a high possibility of sighting - every day we assess the situation and decide whether or not to run the tour. This decision is made at 5:00 PM, please allow until this time for us to send you a confirmation and feel free to send us any questions.
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    Reykjanes Peninsula (pass by)

    PLEASE NOTE: Exact location is subject to cloud cover and northern lights activity on a given night!Join David The Guide´s 8 people maximum tour, You will be picked up from either your hotel, guesthouse or bus stop starting 30 minutes before departure time (Please allow a thirty-minute window for everyone to be picked up)Our journey will take us outside of the city limits away from any light pollution as the Northern Lights are harder to see from Reykjavík. To which location it is hard to say, it will depend on the cloud coverage and activity in the evening. We try to keep it as short a drive as possible and we might stop at several locations as the lights can be quite elusive and often it will be a waiting game for this beautiful phenomenonA little note on the Northern Lights, they are fickle and elusive. They are very common in Iceland but alas cannot be promised by anyone so in order to make sure that you get another chance to see them we will take you a second time if your first time out turned out to be only stargazing. This re-use ticket is valid for two years after purchase. If the tour is canceled and you are not able to make a reschedule before you leave we will refund fully!Cars are sanitized prior to each tour and hand sanitizer is available in the car.Departure: TIMES VARY: 1. sept - 30. sept - Departure is 10:00 PM, Pickup starts at 9:30 PM 1. oct. - 30. Feb - Departure is 09:00 PM, Pickup starts at 8:30 PM 1. march - 31. march - Departure is at 10:00 PM, Pickup starts at 9:30 PMPlease note that pickup takes 30 minutesTHIS TOUR RUNS DEPENDENT ON WEATHER - we only go if there is a high possibility of sighting - every day we assess the situation and decide whether or not to run the tour. This decision is made at 5:00 PM, please allow until this time for us to send you a confirmation and feel free to send us any questions.
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    Hvalfjörður (pass by)

    PLEASE NOTE: Exact location is subject to cloud cover and northern lights activity on a given night!Join David The Guide´s 8 people maximum tour, You will be picked up from either your hotel, guesthouse or bus stop starting 30 minutes before departure time (Please allow a thirty-minute window for everyone to be picked up)Our journey will take us outside of the city limits away from any light pollution as the Northern Lights are harder to see from Reykjavík. To which location it is hard to say, it will depend on the cloud coverage and activity in the evening. We try to keep it as short a drive as possible and we might stop at several locations as the lights can be quite elusive and often it will be a waiting game for this beautiful phenomenonA little note on the Northern Lights, they are fickle and elusive. They are very common in Iceland but alas cannot be promised by anyone so in order to make sure that you get another chance to see them we will take you a second time if your first time out turned out to be only stargazing. This re-use ticket is valid for two years after purchase. If the tour is canceled and you are not able to make a reschedule before you leave we will refund fully!Cars are sanitized prior to each tour and hand sanitizer is available in the car.Departure: TIMES VARY: 1. sept - 30. sept - Departure is 10:00 PM, Pickup starts at 9:30 PM 1. oct. - 30. Feb - Departure is 09:00 PM, Pickup starts at 8:30 PM 1. march - 31. march - Departure is at 10:00 PM, Pickup starts at 9:30 PMPlease note that pickup takes 30 minutesTHIS TOUR RUNS DEPENDENT ON WEATHER - we only go if there is a high possibility of sighting - every day we assess the situation and decide whether or not to run the tour. This decision is made at 5:00 PM, please allow until this time for us to send you a confirmation and feel free to send us any questions.
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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Frequently Asked Questions (8)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Northern Lights Tour?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Northern Lights Tour?
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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
    • 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).
    Apr 2025
    Q: What's included in the price?
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    The following is included:
    • Snacks. Hot Chocolate and Bisquits.
    • Private transportation.
    • WiFi on board.
    • Air-conditioned vehicle.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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    This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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    The minimum age to participate is 1..

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    If 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.

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    Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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    Accessibility information for the Private Northern Lights Tour is as follows:

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Northern Lights 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!

     

     

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    Once 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.

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    • Air-conditioned vehicle

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