Experience the magic of the Westfjords at night on a private northern lights tour from Ísafjörður. With no light pollution outside the town, the fjords and mountain valleys create the perfect backdrop to witness one of nature’s most breathtaking displays. Your private guide will take you to the best local viewpoints, adjusting the route to follow the weather and maximize your chances of seeing the aurora.
If conditions allow, we will stop to enjoy the quiet night skies while you keep warm with hot drinks. Because this is a private experience, the pace and stops are completely flexible, making it easy to tailor the evening for photographers, families, or travelers who simply want to enjoy th...
Highlights
From 2 hours to 4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Coffee and/or Tea
Parking Fees
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Hótel Ísafjörður
Wait for us in the hotel lobby and we will come in and call you by name
Return
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Experience the magic of the Westfjords at night on a private northern lights tour from Ísafjörður. With no light pollution outside the town, the fjords and mountain valleys create the perfect backdrop to witness one of nature’s most breathtaking displays. Your private guide will take you to the best local viewpoints, adjusting the route to follow the weather and maximize your chances of seeing the aurora.
If conditions allow, we will stop to enjoy the quiet night skies while you keep warm with hot drinks. Because this is a private experience, the pace and stops are completely flexible, making it easy to tailor the evening for photographers, families, or travelers who simply want to enjoy th...
Highlights
From 2 hours to 4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Coffee and/or Tea
Parking Fees
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Hótel Ísafjörður
Wait for us in the hotel lobby and we will come in and call you by name
Return
Itinerary
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Osvor Maritime Museum
Ósvör Maritime Museum is used as a scenic stop for northern lights viewing due to its coastal location and minimal light pollution. Set beside the open sea in Bolungarvík, the area offers wide, unobstructed views of the night sky, making it a strong spot for observing aurora activity when conditions allow. Travelers can step outside, enjoy the quiet atmosphere by the ocean, and watch for the northern lights dancing above the fjord and surrounding mountains. The guide shares insight into the aurora phenomenon and local surroundings while choosing locations each night to maximize viewing potential. Sightings depend on weather and solar activity.
2 hours
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Tungudalur
Tungudalur Valley offers a quiet, sheltered setting away from town lights, making it an excellent location for northern lights viewing when conditions allow. Surrounded by mountains and open sky, the area provides wide visibility for aurora activity and a peaceful atmosphere ideal for photography and stargazing. Travelers can step out, enjoy the stillness of the valley, and watch for the northern lights dancing overhead while learning about the phenomenon and local nature from their guide. Sightings depend on weather and solar activity, but the location is chosen each night to maximize viewing potential.
