Reykjavik to the Northern Lights: Private day trip

Thingvellir National Park is a remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site where visitors can see the rift where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates are slowly separating. Travelers can walk between the plates by exploring Almannagja Gorge, and take photos of its magnificent waterfall: Oxarafoss. The site is also home to Iceland’s largest natural lake and was once the location of the country’s ancient parliament. At night, the lack of light pollution makes the park one of the best places to spot the aurora borealis.

Seeing the Aurora Borealis in all its glory is a bucket list item for many travelers, and there are few better places to see it than in Hella on a cold, dark night. The countryside around this small town faces very little light pollution, leading to the dark skies required for viewing and photographing the Northern Lights. Keep in mind that an Aurora sighting is never a guarantee and depends on the solar activity and weather conditions. Winter nights from 8:00 PM to 2:00 AM offer the best chance at spotting the lights, and plenty of warm layers are essential.