A private, small-group aurora chase from East Iceland that uses a high-clearance Dodge Ram to reach dark fjord overlooks. Guides provide blankets, hot chocolate and PRO photos while adapting the route to cloud cover and auroral activity.
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Dusk wipes the fjords in ink and the Dodge Ram hums along gravel shoulders, headlights slicing through the coastal dark as the hunt begins. Guests — four at most — settle into chairs wrapped with blankets and hot chocolate, scanning skies where ribbons of green and purple can erupt without warning.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4–5 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal fitness required—participants should be able to enter/exit a truck and stand outdoors briefly in cold conditions.
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History
The Eastfjords are a long-standing fishing and trading region with strong Norwegian ties; many small villages preserve wooden architecture and maritime traditions.
Conservation
Minimize light pollution and avoid driving off designated roads; respect wildlife by keeping distance and avoiding sudden noise or bright lights.
Reserve your spot on the Private Northern Lights Tour from the East of Iceland today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Layer up for stop-and-go cold
Temperatures drop quickly when you step out of the vehicle—wear insulated outer layers and warm base layers to stay comfortable during photo stops.
Bring a tripod and spare batteries
Long exposure shots need a stable tripod; cold will drain batteries so carry spares in an inner pocket.
Trust the guide’s route choices
The tour moves to where skies are clearest—be prepared for last-minute driving to remote overlooks and follow safety instructions.
Protect darkness and wildlife
Use red-light mode on headlamps, avoid flash photography of wildlife, and stay within designated stopping areas to minimize impact.
Insulated parka and warm layers
Keeps you warm during extended outdoor photo stops in cold coastal winds.
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Tripod
Necessary for steady long exposures to capture the aurora.
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Headlamp with red-light mode
Hands-free light that preserves night vision and minimizes light pollution.
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Extra camera batteries or power bank
Cold temperatures drain batteries quickly—keep spares warm in an inner pocket.
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