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Northern Lights Tour: Spirit of the Aurora
A 5 h northern lights tour from Reykjavik by David The Guide, shared with up to 80 travellers. From 130 USD per person, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 22 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor.
In short
Northern Lights Tour: Spirit of the Aurora is a 5 h aurora tour from Reykjavik, shared with up to 80 travellers, run by David The Guide. It costs from 130 USD per person and is rated 4.5 out of 5 by 22 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
Join our group tour of the Spirit of the Aurora Tour with Professional Photography and photo shoot.
We believe that having a dedicated person to the photography makes all of the difference on our tours, the photos are a big part of our memories and a souvenir we get from the experience. THIS TOUR RUNS DEPENDENT ON WEATHER - every day we assess the situation and decide whether or not to run the tour. This decision is made by 5 PM, in the case of a canceled tour due to weather you will be notified at this time, and feel free to send us any questions to our email.
We started out as one guide wanting to share and give more. With growing demand, the 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.
Operator listing on Viator, read on 9 Oct 2026. Prices are starting prices and change with the date.
2What the price covers
Included
- We include cookies and hot chocolate (self serve)
- Warm Blankets
- Transportation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
3Itinerary
- Our tour will move to different locations depending on cloud openings. Possible locations include Reykjanes Peninsula, Thingvellir National Park, and more (60 min)
4Group size, pickup and languages
- Shared with up to 80 travellers
- Hotel pickup included for everyone
- Guide languages: English
- Booking size: 1 to 15 travellers
- Operator: David The Guide
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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 09:58 UTC. Aurora probability by destination from the NOAA OVATION model, forecast for 9 Oct, 11:05 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 Small-Group Tour with Hot Chocolate & Photos4.7 · 2,208 reviews · 4 hfrom 163 USD
Northern Lights Midnight Adventure Small-Group from Reykjavík4.8 · 997 reviews · 3 to 5 hfrom 133 USD| Rating | Viator | Tripadvisor |
|---|---|---|
| 5 stars | 1 | 17 |
| 4 stars | 0 | 1 |
| 3 stars | 0 | 1 |
| 2 stars | 0 | 1 |
| 1 star | 0 | 1 |
Source: Viator, operator listing 115994P24, checked on 9 Oct 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Northern Lights Tour: Spirit of the Aurora in Reykjavik cost?
From 130 USD per person. That is the starting price set by the operator for the cheapest option on the Viator listing, and the final price depends on the date, the group size and the options chosen at checkout.
How long does Northern Lights Tour: Spirit of the Aurora in Reykjavik last?
5 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 Tour: Spirit of the Aurora in Reykjavik private or shared?
It is shared with up to 80 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 Tour: Spirit of the Aurora 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 Viator listing at the time of booking.
What Kp index does Northern Lights Tour: Spirit of the Aurora 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 Tour: Spirit of the Aurora in Reykjavik?
David The Guide, the operator named on the Viator listing. Reviews shown here combine Viator and Tripadvisor counts as published in the catalogue, and this site adds no reviews of its own.
Sources (2)
Sources
- Viator, operator listing 115994P24, 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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