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Experience the Northern Lights area on a 90-minute ATV/Quad tour close to Reykjavík.
Northern Lights the Viking way - ATV Reykjavik Adventure
The Experience: Join us for a unique "once-in-a-lifetime" adventure: hunting for the Northern Lights on an ATV! This 90-minute night tour takes you away from the city lights into the darkness surrounding Lake Hafravatn and Mount Hafrafell.
Far from the glow of the capital, you will feel like you are worlds away, yet we are only 15 minutes from Reykjavík. On a clear night, we stop to gaze at the stars and look for shooting stars—and if luck is on our side, we will witness the dancing Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) shimmering over the city and the mountains. Even if the lights are shy, driving an ATV through the dark with only your headlights to guide the way is a thrilling adventure in itself.
Why Book Early? We highly recommend booking this tour for one of your first nights in Iceland. This gives you the flexibility to reschedule to a later date if the weather or cloud cover is not favorable on your first attempt.
Important Policies & Weather Conditions
Since the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, sightings cannot be guaranteed. Here is how we manage the tours:
If the weather is bad (Storm/Unsafe): We will cancel the tour. You will be offered the option to reschedule for another day or receive a full refund .
If the weather is good (Clear Skies) but Aurora activity is low: We will contact you before the tour to explain the situation. You will have a choice:
Cancel/Reschedule: You can choose to move your booking to another night or cancel for a refund.
Go for the Ride: You can choose to join the tour for the adventure of night riding. Please note: If you decide to go, the tour is considered completed. We cannot offer a refund or a free reschedule if the lights do not appear.
Tour Details & Logistics
Duration: Approximately 90 minutes (riding time may vary slightly depending on conditions and stops).
Group Size: Small group experience (Maximum 8 people bookable online).
Pickup: We offer pickup from most hotels in the Reykjavik area.
Note: Due to city restrictions, we cannot pick up directly from downtown hotels. Please check www.busstop.is to find your nearest Tourist Bus Stop .
Meet us at location - Use promo code MOL for 10% off the price for "Meet On Location" if you have a car and meet us on location.
Pricing: Prices are per person.
Shared Ride: Two people per ATV.
Solo Ride: Single riders or groups with an odd number of participants (e.g., 3, 5) must book a Solo Ride.
Requirements: A valid driving license is required for all drivers. Children up to 17 pay the child rate.
What else should you know?
It gets COLD: Riding at night is significantly colder than during the day. We provide warm overalls, but please wear your warmest layers (thermals/wool) underneath.
Photography: If you want to take photos of the Northern Lights, you will need a camera with a "Night Mode" or manual settings (long exposure). You are welcome to bring a small tripod, but it must be carried safely in a backpack.
Website · Booked through Northern Lights Tours Iceland. The operator runs the tour and handles cancellations, changes and refunds.
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This tour is run by ATV Reykjavik VIKING RIDERS, so their cancellation, change and refund policy applies to your booking. Cancellation, change and refund terms are set by the operator and may differ from tour to tour. Read them on the tour page and in your booking confirmation before you pay.
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