Do I need photography experience to join the tour?

No. The tour is tailored to your skill level, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced photographer.

When is the best time to see the Northern Lights on this tour?

From late August through early April, with peak visibility during clear, cold nights in winter.

Can I bring additional friends or family?

The private tour price includes up to two guests for free, with extra participants available for a fee.

What type of camera gear should I bring?

A DSLR or mirrorless camera with manual controls and a tripod are recommended, but smartphone users are also welcome.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is at 12 Tónar Records in central Reykjavik.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Yes, children under 14 can join for free and the route is easy with frequent stops.

Reykjavik Night Photography with Photoexploring | City Tour | Guided Tour

Reykjavik, Iceland’s northern capital, is a city shaped by raw volcanic landscapes and crisp Arctic air, offering a rare blend of urban life and prime vantage points for dramatic natural displays. The Polar Night Tour from Photoexploring taps into this unique intersection, providing an intimate, private photography experience designed to capture the city’s spellbinding moods after dark. Over the course of three hours, participants navigate Reykjavik’s luminous harbor, iconic streets, and vantage points where the surreal Arctic twilight clashes with neon city lights. From late August through early April, this tour doubles as a front-row seat to the Northern Lights, allowing photographers to frame the pulsing aurora as it ripples over the buildings and sea.

What sets this tour apart is its personalized approach combined with expert guidance. Photoexploring’s seasoned pro photographer crafts each session to the individual’s goals and skill level, ensuring that whether you’re a novice aiming to shoot the cityscape or an experienced shooter chasing the ethereal auroras, you’re supported every step. The blend of Reykjavik’s modern architecture, historic landmarks, and natural light phenomena creates an ever-changing canvas for creative shots.

Reykjavik itself stands out in the outdoor adventure scene as a gateway to Arctic wonders. While most visitors chase glaciers and geysers by day, the Polar Night Tour reveals the city as an outdoor arena for night photography, where the sky and streets become subjects in their own right. Amid Iceland’s fragile environment, Photoexploring also emphasizes responsible photography practices, helping visitors appreciate and protect the unique northern atmosphere.

Accessible to all fitness levels and camera types, this tailored journey is ideal for anyone keen to capture Iceland’s mystic winter nights beyond typical sightseeing routes. It’s more than a photo walk—it’s a focused immersion into the interplay of light, place, and the fleeting magic of the Arctic night.