[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Tour CTA & Information Section” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”100px|0px|54px|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ admin_label=”Tour CTA & Information Row” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_image=”https:\/\/aurorareykjavik.is\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/DSC00393-Edit-scaled.jpg” min_height=”463px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_cta title=”Driving Yourself to See the Northern Lights: Safe Routes, Tips, and Mistakes to Avoid (Iceland 2026 Guide)” button_url=”#TOP” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ header_level=”h1″ header_font=”–et_global_heading_font|700|||||||” header_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_font_size=”44px” header_line_height=”1.5em” body_font=”Noto Sans||||||||” body_text_align=”right” body_line_height=”2em” use_background_color=”off” button_alignment=”right” text_orientation=”right” background_layout=”light” max_width=”480px” max_width_tablet=”” max_width_phone=”” max_width_last_edited=”on|tablet” module_alignment=”left” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”34px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” button_text_color_hover=”#ffffff” button_border_color_hover=”#ff9e59″ button_bg_color_hover=”#ff9e59″ global_colors_info=”{}” button_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_text_color__hover_enabled=”on” button_text_color__hover=”#ffffff” button_one_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_color__hover_enabled=”on” button_border_color__hover=”#ff9e59″ button_one_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_bg_color__hover_enabled=”on” button_bg_color__hover=”#ff9e59″ button_one_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off”][\/et_pb_cta][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_text_color=”#000000″ header_font=”||||||||” header_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_2_font=”–et_global_body_font||||||||” header_2_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_2_font_size=”12px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Is It Safe to Drive to See the Northern Lights?<\/b><\/em><\/p>\n The simple answer: <\/span>Yes \u2014 but only if you prepare well.<\/b> But Iceland\u2019s winter roads can be <\/span>snowy, windy, icy, and unpredictable<\/b>, so planning is essential. This guide walks you through <\/span>safe driving routes, real local tips, what NOT to do<\/b>, and how to increase your chances of seeing the lights.<\/span> Northern lights over a farm house<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]How to Plan a Safe Self-Drive Northern Lights Chase<\/a><\/p>\n Safety Tips for Winter Driving in Iceland<\/a><\/p>\n Common Mistakes First-Time Aurora Drivers Make (and How to Avoid Them)<\/a><\/p>\n When You Should NOT Drive Yourself<\/a><\/p>\n Start Your Northern Lights Night at Aurora Reykjavik<\/a> Clear skies matter more than anything. Before driving, always check:<\/span><\/p>\n \ud83d\udca1 <\/span>At Aurora Reykjav\u00edk, we combine Iceland\u2019s cloud forecast with real space-weather data. Check our updated Northern Lights Forecast<\/a> before you go.<\/span><\/i> Here are the <\/span>best self-drive northern lights locations<\/b>, all within 20\u201360 minutes of Reykjav\u00edk and with relatively safe access.<\/span><\/p>\n \ud83d\udc49 If clouds move in, return to Reykjav\u00edk and visit <\/span>Aurora Reykjav\u00edk<\/b><\/a>, Iceland\u2019s only place to see the Northern Lights <\/span>guaranteed<\/span><\/i> all year.<\/span><\/p>\n \u26a0\ufe0f <\/span>Watch for icy patches and drifting snow on the final stretch.<\/b><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u26a0\ufe0f <\/span>Storm-prone area<\/b> \u2014 only go when wind is low. The peninsula can become extremely windy with little warning.<\/span> Northern Lights over the South Coast<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text module_id=”safety tips” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”Noto Sans||||||||” header_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Black ice is common, especially after sunset.<\/span> This is the most common mistake tourists make.<\/span> Stopping on the roadside in the dark is extremely dangerous.<\/span><\/p>\n Cold weather drains batteries quickly.<\/span> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ module_id=”howtoseethelights” _builder_version=”4.16″ min_height=”566px” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”Noto Sans||||||||” ol_font_size=”17px” ol_line_height=”2em” header_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In Iceland, <\/span>wind is often more dangerous than snow<\/b>.<\/span> You may stand outside for long periods:<\/span><\/p>\n KP Index is NOT what determines visibility in Iceland.<\/span> \ud83d\udc49 Learn the easy way to read aurora data on our <\/span>Forecast Page<\/b><\/a>.<\/span> Northern Lights over the Blue Lagoon<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/aurorareykjavik.is\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Aurora-at-Grotta-00002-of-9.jpg” alt=”Aurora Reykjav\u00edk – Northern Lights at Kirkjufell” title_text=”Aurora Reykjav\u00edk – Northern Lights at Kirkjufell” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Northern Lights with ocean view<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text module_id=”common mistakes” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” ul_font_size=”17px” ul_line_height=”2em” header_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” custom_padding=”|||0px||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n If the aurora appears while you drive, you might miss the show.<\/span> Many \u201csecret places\u201d online are <\/span>dangerous<\/b>, <\/span>dead ends<\/b>, or <\/span>private property<\/b>.<\/span> The moon can brighten the sky \u2014 but it also creates beautiful contrasts.<\/span> Auroras come in waves.<\/span> There are days when self-driving is not a good idea:<\/span><\/p>\n On those days, join a <\/span>Northern Lights Tour<\/b><\/a> instead \u2014 professional drivers know safe routes and conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n \ud83d\udc49 <\/span>Check out our Northern Lights Tours selection<\/b><\/span><\/a> Aurora Expert Gr\u00e9tar J\u00f3nsson, owner and CEO of AURORA REYKJAV\u00cdK capturing the Northern Lights at S\u00f3lheimarj\u00f6kull, Iceland<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ module_id=”chances” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/aurorareykjavik.is\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Screenshot-2024-01-02-at-17.07.34.png” alt=”Northern Lights above AURORA REYKJAV\u00cdK” title_text=”Northern Lights above AURORA REYKJAV\u00cdK” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Northern Lights above Aurora Reykjav\u00edk<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text module_id=”start at aurora” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”Noto Sans||||||||” header_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \u2714 Live aurora forecasts<\/b><\/p>\n \u2714 Expert tips from real Northern Lights hunters<\/b><\/p>\n \u2714 Photo training in our Aurora photography room<\/b><\/p>\n \u2714 A guaranteed Northern Lights experience in case the weather changes<\/b><\/p>\n \ud83d\udc49 <\/span>Book your ticket here<\/b><\/span><\/a> Self-driving to see the Northern Lights in Iceland can be magical \u2014 if you choose safe routes, check the weather carefully, and avoid common mistakes. With the right preparation, your Northern Lights chase will be one of the most unforgettable nights of your trip.<\/span><\/p>\n And if the weather doesn\u2019t cooperate?<\/span> Green northern lights and stars over a hill, with lighthouse in backdrop<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”–et_global_heading_font||||||||” header_2_font=”–et_global_heading_font||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Skip the stress of winter driving in the dark and join a group of like-minded adventurers on a guided Northern Lights hunt.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_filterable_portfolio fullwidth=”off” posts_number=”8″ include_categories=”63″ show_categories=”off” show_pagination=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_filterable_portfolio][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#353535″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.6″ background_layout=”dark” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=”When can I see northern lights in Iceland ?” open_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” body_text_color=”#FFFFFF” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” border_radii=”on|20px|20px|20px|20px” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The northern lights season in Iceland begins in late August<\/strong> and continues through mid\/late April<\/strong>. [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Why can’t I see any northern lights in the summer ?” open_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” body_text_color=”#FFFFFF” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” border_radii=”on|20px|20px|20px|20px” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n To be able to see the northern lights you need sufficient darkness<\/strong>. During summer<\/strong> we have what we call the \u201cmidnight sun<\/strong>\u201d, meaning that there are no hours of actual nighttime<\/strong> darkness. These conditions are perfect for late night hiking and exploring, but make it impossible for us to observe the Aurora<\/strong> in Iceland between May and early August<\/strong>. [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”What time do the northern lights show up?” open_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” body_text_color=”#FFFFFF” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” border_radii=”on|20px|20px|20px|20px” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Northern lights are statistically<\/strong> often seen between 9:00pm and 1:00am<\/strong>, but they may appear at any time as long as it is dark<\/strong> (and the sky clear<\/a>). <\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”How long do the northern lights last?” open_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” body_text_color=”#FFFFFF” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” border_radii=”on|20px|20px|20px|20px” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Auroras can last any time between few minutes and hours<\/strong>. [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Can I see the northern lights when it is cloudy?” open_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” body_text_color=”#FFFFFF” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” border_radii=”on|20px|20px|20px|20px” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Well, that depends. First of all, Iceland<\/strong> is well-known for its
\n<\/b>Every winter, thousands of visitors in Iceland choose a <\/span>self-drive northern lights chase<\/b>. It gives you freedom, flexibility, and the magic of experiencing the aurora in complete silence.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ min_height=”135px” custom_margin=”-40px|auto||auto||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/aurorareykjavik.is\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Screenshot-2025-03-06-at-16.28.12.png” alt=”Northern lights over a farm house” title_text=”Northern lights over a farm house” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ animation_style=”fade” border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text module_id=”plan self-drive” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”Noto Sans||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nHow to Plan a Safe Self-Drive Northern Lights Chase<\/b><\/h1>\n
Step 1 \u2013 Check the Weather and Cloud Forecast<\/b><\/h2>\n
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\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ min_height=”247px” custom_margin=”-2px|auto||auto||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” custom_padding=”4px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nStep 2 \u2013 Choose Safe and Accessible Routes From Reykjav\u00edk<\/b><\/h2>\n
\nRoute A \u2013 Seltjarnarnes \/ Gr\u00f3tta Lighthouse (20 minutes)<\/b><\/h3>\n
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\nRoute B \u2013 \u00deingvellir National Park (45 minutes)<\/b><\/h3>\n
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\nRoute C \u2013 Mosfellsdalur Valley (25 minutes)<\/b><\/h3>\n
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\nRoute D \u2013 Reykjanes Peninsula (40\u201350 minutes)<\/b><\/h3>\n
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\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ module_id=”besttime” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ min_height=”655px” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/aurorareykjavik.is\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Reykjavik-Sightseeing_-Northern-Lights-and-South-Shore-Combo-3.jpg” alt=”NORTHERN LIGHTS AND SOUTH SHORE Combo Tour with Reykjavik Sightseeing and AURORA REYKJAVIK” title_text=”Reykjavik Sightseeing_ Northern Lights and South Shore Combo (3)” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nSafety Tips for Winter Driving in Iceland<\/b><\/h1>\n
1. Slow Down \u2014 Ice Isn\u2019t Always Visible<\/b><\/h2>\n
\n<\/span>Drive slower than you would expect and keep a safe distance.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n2. Never Stop in the Middle of the Road<\/b><\/h2>\n
\n<\/span>Always use official parking areas or wide lay-bys.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n3. Bring a Fully Charged Phone + Power Bank<\/b><\/h2>\n
\n<\/span>Download offline maps in case you lose signal.<\/span><\/p>\n
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4. Watch the Wind<\/b><\/h2>\n
\n<\/span>If your car door is hard to open \u2014 go home.<\/span>
\n<\/span>If you see blowing snow across the road, turn back.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n5. Dress for Arctic Conditions<\/b><\/h2>\n
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\n6. Don\u2019t Chase \u201cKP Numbers\u201d While Driving<\/b><\/h2>\n
\n<\/span>Clouds matter more \u2014 and KP 2\u20133 is usually enough.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/aurorareykjavik.is\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Aurora-Reykjavik-PixlarDSC09435-Edit-scaled.jpg” alt=”Northern Lights over the Blue Lagoon” title_text=”Northern Lights over the Blue Lagoon” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nCommon Mistakes First-Time Aurora Drivers Make (and How to Avoid Them)<\/b><\/h1>\n
\u274c Mistake 1 \u2013 Driving Too Far<\/b><\/h2>\n
\n<\/span>Choose a few nearby safe spots instead of long distances.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n\u274c Mistake 2 \u2013 Relying Only on Instagram Spot<\/b><\/h2>\n
\n<\/span>Stick to official viewpoints.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n\u274c Mistake 3 \u2013 Forgetting About Moonlight<\/b><\/h2>\n
\n<\/span>Don\u2019t cancel a chase just because the moon is full.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n\u274c Mistake 4 \u2013 Giving Up Too Early<\/b><\/h2>\n
\n<\/span>If there’s a break in the clouds, <\/span>stay at least 20\u201330 minutes<\/b>.<\/span>
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\n<\/span>\ud83d\udc49 <\/span>Our team at Aurora Reykjav\u00edk works with the best and safest tour companies in Iceland.<\/span><\/i>
\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/aurorareykjavik.is\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Pano-Solheimarjokull-scaled.jpg” alt=”Aurora Expert Gr\u00e9tar J\u00f3nsson, owner and CEO of AURORA REYKJAV\u00cdK capturing the Northern Lights at S\u00f3lheimark\u00f6kull, Iceland” title_text=”Aurora at Northern Lights Tours to Solheimarj\u00f6kull” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nStart Your Northern Lights Night at Aurora Reykjav\u00edk<\/b><\/h1>\n
\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Even if you\u2019re planning a self-drive chase, begin your evening with:<\/span><\/p>\n
\n<\/span>\ud83d\udc49 <\/span>Open every day \u2013 perfect warm-up before heading into the dark.<\/span><\/i>
\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ module_id=”best places” _builder_version=”4.16″ min_height=”498px” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”Noto Sans||||||||” header_font=”Noto Sans|700|||||||” header_2_font=”||||||||” custom_padding=”|0px||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nConclusion<\/b><\/h2>\n
\n<\/span>Aurora Reykjav\u00edk is the only place in Iceland where you can see the Northern Lights every day of the year.<\/b>
\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/aurorareykjavik.is\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Screenshot-2023-12-11-at-15.28.48.png” alt=”Green northern Lights and stars over a hill, a lighthouse is visible in backdrop” title_text=”northern-lights-lighthouse” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nJoin us on a guided Northern Lights Tour<\/h2>\n
FAQ about the Northern Lights<\/h1>\n
During this long period, Iceland experiences sufficient darkness<\/strong> for the Aurora to be visible at night.
However, chances<\/strong> of experiencing the northern lights vary depending on the time of year<\/strong>. Find out which months are the best<\/strong> for seeing the Aurora here<\/a>.<\/p>\n
Want to know more about light conditions in Iceland<\/strong>? Check the sun graph<\/a> and learn about twilight and dusk<\/a> in Iceland.<\/p>\n
During the winter months, when the hours of light are limited, the northern lights can often appear as early at 7:00pm.
As the exact time<\/strong> of an Aurora display cannot be predicted<\/strong>, keep your eyes at the sky<\/strong>. And remember, patience is key<\/strong>!<\/p>\n
Each northern lights display is different, and varies in duration<\/strong>. Furthermore, the northern lights are not always visible for the entire duration of a single Auroral episode: they often change in intensity<\/strong> throughout a single display, and can go from very bright to incredibly faint, to the point they are hardly visible at all any more.
Learn more about how the northern lights behave duration-wise here<\/a>.<\/p>\n