From Reykjavik: New Year's Eve Northern Lights Tour

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ID: GYG605535-1016176
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Country: Iceland

Duration: 05:00 hours


Description

Spend New Year's Eve hunting for the Northern Lights and enjoying some stargazing.
Hunt for the aurora borealis on a guided group tour from Reykjavik. Witness the unique starry sky with the flash of light cutting across the Icelandic landscape.
We meet at the Tour Bus Stops in downtown, and other select hotels outside downtown and located within Reykjavik. Our group size can vary based on the season it can be a max of 30-40 people per group. Please note that pickup and drop off are included in our tour duration. This duration may adjust is we have an early appearance of the lights, or if we need to take a little extra time for the hunt.
The journey for the Northern Lights will go outside of the city limits away from as much light pollution as possible, the northern lights are harder to see from Reykjavík. The end location is not pre-determined as it will depend on the cloud coverage and activity in the evening. The drive will be kept as short as possible and you might stop at several locations as the lights can be quite elusive. If we have a spot the guide determines as a good location, we might stay in that spot- It is often a waiting game for this beautiful phenomenon, but it is always worth it.
As you search for the aurora borealis, your guide will set up their camera for photos of your group. Your tour guide will ensure everybody gets an opportunity for a photo. Curl up in warm blankets and enjoy a self-service selection of hot chocolate and snacks and enjoy some stargazing while we wait for the aurora to appear.
If our hunt is successful, we email photos using a drop box link within 7 days of your tour to the email provided with the booking.
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.

Highlights

  • Hunt for the Northern Lights
  • Staragaze
  • Enjoy amenities such as blankets and self serve hot beverages and cookies

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
We do offer infant seats at no extra cost. If you have a child 6 years or younger, they are required to have a car seat. Please contact us to make arrangements.
INCLUDED
  • We include photography, blankets and self serve hot beverages and cookies.
NOT INCLUDED
  • We do not take photos without the aurora, but you can always ask the guide. We do not offer pickup outside of Reykjavik, you will need to meet us in the city, so if using AirBNB make sure you are located in Reykjavik proper.

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.