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Reykjavik: Northern Lights Coach Tour with Local Hunters
A 4 h northern lights tour from Reykjavik by Magic Iceland Travel, shared with up to 57 travellers. From 86 USD per person, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 71 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor.
In short
Reykjavik: Northern Lights Coach Tour is a 4 h aurora tour from Reykjavik, shared with up to 57 travellers, run by Magic Iceland Travel. It costs from 86 USD per person and is rated 4.6 out of 5 by 71 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
Leave Reykjavík behind and hunt for the Northern Lights in Iceland’s winter wilderness aboard a spacious comfort coach with Wi-Fi and restroom facilities.
Throughout the evening, our experienced team monitors live weather, cloud cover, and aurora activity to find the most promising viewing locations. Praised by guests for their knowledge, enthusiasm, and determination, our guides have even been called true “Aurora Whisperers.”
Rather than following a fixed route, they adapt the journey in search of darker skies, clearer conditions, and stronger activity. Along the way, learn about the science behind the Aurora and receive practical tips for photographing it with your phone or camera.
Enjoy complimentary hot chocolate while waiting beneath Iceland’s night sky. As sightings cannot be guaranteed, you may join one additional scheduled departure free of charge if no Northern Lights are seen, subject to availability.
Operator listing on Viator, read on 9 Oct 2026. Prices are starting prices and change with the date.
2What the price covers
Included
- Join local experts praised by guests as true “Aurora Whisperers”
- Free retry tour if no Northern Lights are seen (subject to availability)
- Learn how to capture the Northern Lights with your phone or camera
- Enjoy complimentary hot chocolate beneath Iceland’s winter sky
- Follow live forecasts to find clear skies and stronger aurora activity
- Travel comfortably with onboard Wi-Fi and restroom facilities
Not included
- Food and additional beverages
- Personal expenses
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
3Itinerary
- Embark on an unforgettable Aurora Hunt as you leave the city behind and follow the night sky to Iceland’s best Northern Lights viewing spots. Guided by experienced drivers and expert Aurora guides, you’ll visit carefully selected locations chosen for their strong visibility and low light pollution. Along the way, enjoy insightful commentary, real-time tips for photographing the Aurora Borealis, an (180 min)
4Group size, pickup and languages
- Shared with up to 57 travellers
- Hotel pickup or meeting point, chosen at booking
- Guide languages: English
- Booking size: 1 to 15 travellers
- Operator: Magic Iceland Travel
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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 09:11 UTC. Aurora probability by destination from the NOAA OVATION model, forecast for 9 Oct, 10:20 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 | 34 | 21 |
| 4 stars | 9 | 1 |
| 3 stars | 2 | 0 |
| 2 stars | 1 | 1 |
| 1 star | 1 | 1 |
Source: Viator, operator listing 423175P18, checked on 9 Oct 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Reykjavik: Northern Lights Coach Tour in Reykjavik cost?
From 86 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 Reykjavik: Northern Lights Coach Tour 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 Reykjavik: Northern Lights Coach Tour in Reykjavik private or shared?
It is shared with up to 57 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 Reykjavik: Northern Lights Coach Tour 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 Reykjavik: Northern Lights Coach Tour 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 Reykjavik: Northern Lights Coach Tour in Reykjavik?
Magic Iceland Travel, 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 423175P18, 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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