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Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Hot Chocolate & Photos
A 4 h northern lights tour from Reykjavik by EastWest, shared with up to 19 travellers. From 163 USD per person, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 2,208 reviews on the booking site and Tripadvisor.
In short
Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Hot is a 4 h aurora tour from Reykjavik, shared with up to 19 travellers, run by EastWest. It costs from 163 USD per person and is rated 4.7 out of 5 by 2,208 travellers. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Before booking, check the aurora probability over Reykjavik and the Kp forecast lower on this page.
On this page
1What the operator says
Northern Lights Adventure: Small Group Iceland Tour´
Join us for a cozy, unforgettable night chasing the aurora borealis in a small, intimate group (max. 19 guests). Our friendly local guides, who specialize in Northern Lights forecasting, use live data every evening to find the best, crowd-free locations, giving you the best chance to see this magical phenomenon.
Wrap yourself in warm Icelandic wool blankets, sip delicious hot chocolate, and savor traditional pastries as the night sky comes alive. Our guides, who are also professional photographers, will capture beautiful photos of you under the lights, delivered straight to your inbox within 8 days, so you can relive the magic.
This isn’t just a tour; it’s a shared story of Icelandic folklore, stargazing, and the untouched beauty of Iceland’s wilderness. If the auroras don’t appear, don’t worry, we’ll invite you back for free. Let us help you create memories you’ll treasure forever!
Operator listing, read on 9 Oct 2026. Prices are starting prices and change with the date.
2What the price covers
Included
- Photos (if conditions allow)
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- Use of Icelandic woolen blankets
- Professional driver/guide
- Live commentary on board
- Hot chocolate and Icelandic pastries
Not included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Please note that dietary restrictions cannot be accommodated while on this tour
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
3Itinerary
- First off, you will start your hunt for the Northern Lights with a bit of planning via the Aurora forecast and start your exploration by heading towards the selected location. You might drive for up to one hour to reach a good spot and perhaps wait for the lights to appear. At this point, we take out the hot chocolate and Icelandic pastries. We also have Icelandic wool blankets on board to keep yo (240 min)
4Group size, pickup and languages
- Shared with up to 19 travellers
- Hotel pickup included for everyone
- Guide languages: English
- Booking size: 1 to 15 travellers
- Operator: EastWest
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that the access to restroom facilities out of urban areas is very limited while on the Northern lights tours.
- Even with the best of guides and a detailed forecast, sightings are never guaranteed. If we don’t find any lights while on tour, you can join us again another day for free (upon our availability). You will not be entitled to get a refund, though.
- A refund is only possible if the tour never operates while you are in Iceland and you never get the chance to join the tour which sometimes happens due to unfavorable weather conditions.
5Aurora over Reykjavik tonight
The probability below comes from the NOAA OVATION model for the current forecast hour. The Iceland page has the Kp Reykjavik needs and the 3-day forecast.
Data: NOAA SWPC, fetched 12:31 UTC. Aurora probability by destination from the NOAA OVATION model, forecast for 9 Oct, 13:35 UTC. Aurora also needs a dark and clear sky. Kp needed: NOAA puts the edge of the auroral oval at about 66° geomagnetic latitude for Kp 0, 2° closer to the equator per Kp level. Geomagnetic latitude from the WMM2025 dipole pole (NOAA NCEI).
6Other northern lights tours in Reykjavik
Perlan Admission - Volcano & Ice Cave, Northern Lights Experience4.7 · 2,463 reviews · 2 to 3 hfrom 59 USD
Northern Lights Midnight Adventure Small-Group from Reykjavík4.8 · 997 reviews · 3 to 5 hfrom 133 USD
3-Day Ice Cave, South Coast, Golden Circle and Northern Lights4.9 · 683 reviews · 72 hfrom 999 USD| Rating | Booking site | Tripadvisor |
|---|---|---|
| 5 stars | 592 | 1291 |
| 4 stars | 65 | 85 |
| 3 stars | 40 | 33 |
| 2 stars | 20 | 19 |
| 1 star | 35 | 28 |
Source: Viator, operator listing 47245P7, checked on 9 Oct 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Hot in Reykjavik cost?
From 163 USD per person. That is the starting price set by the operator for the cheapest option on the listing, and the final price depends on the date, the group size and the options chosen at checkout.
How long does Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Hot in Reykjavik last?
4 h according to the operator listing. Northern lights tours leave in the dark hours and often return after midnight, so the duration counts from pickup or the meeting point.
Is Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Hot in Reykjavik private or shared?
It is shared with up to 19 travellers. The operator sets this on the listing, so the figure here is read from the catalogue and not estimated.
What is the cancellation policy for Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Hot in Reykjavik?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. The exact wording and any weather clause are on the listing at the time of booking.
What Kp index does Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Hot need to see the northern lights from Reykjavik?
Reykjavik needs Kp 1 or more by the NOAA rule used on this site, and a dark, clear sky. The live probability over Reykjavik is shown on this page and refreshes every 15 minutes.
Who runs Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Hot in Reykjavik?
EastWest, the operator named on the listing. Reviews shown here combine the booking site and Tripadvisor counts as published in the catalogue, and this site adds no reviews of its own.
Sources (2)
Sources
- Viator, operator listing 47245P7, checked on 9 Oct 2026
- NOAA SWPC, OVATION aurora forecast model, checked on 9 Oct 2026
Written and maintained by the Kp Forecast editorial team. Independent site, not a space weather agency. Data: NOAA SWPC.
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