Midnight Sun - Viking way ATV Adventure with transfer from Reykjavik
by Action Adventures · ATV & buggy · Airport transfers · Reykjavík
- Beginners welcome
- Fine on your own
- Couples
- Suits older travellers
- Works in the rain
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Duration
2 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Season
May – Sep
Starts in
Reykjavík
Languages
EN, DE, JA, EN
Departs
21:30
Minimum age
6
Cancellation
Free until 24h before
About this experience
Midnight Sun ATV Safari
Experience the Magic of the Bright Icelandic Night.
Imagine driving a powerful ATV into the mountains at midnight, yet it’s almost as bright as day. Join us for this thrilling evening safari for a truly unforgettable experience.
As we reach our viewpoint, you will be struck by the unparalleled peace and tranquility of the Icelandic countryside. Far from the city noise, all you might hear is the sound of your own breath. The views are breathtaking, offering a clear panorama over Reykjavík, the charming town of Mosfellsbær, and the volcanic Reykjanes peninsula with its distant, dormant volcanoes. If the horizon is clear, you can even spot the majestic steam rising from geothermal fields and the iconic Snæfellsjökull glacier across the bay.
A Celebration of Summer Nature
This tour is a unique opportunity to experience Iceland's summer nature up close. Ask your expert guide about the flora, from the vibrant purple Alaska Lupin that covers the fields to the powerful Angelica Archangelica, a healing plant steeped in history. As we ride, listen for the beautiful breeding song of the local birds, filling the bright night with music.
This is more than just an ATV tour; it’s a rare moment of connection with nature under the everlasting light of the midnight sun.
Important Details & Logistics
- Group Size: To ensure a personal experience, we limit group sizes to a maximum of 8 people (or up to 16 by special request).
- Booking Early: Due to its popularity, we highly recommend booking this tour early during your stay in Iceland to secure your spot.
Pickup & Meeting Point: We offer free pickup from most hotels in the greater Reykjavík area. Please note: Reykjavík city has designated special "Tourist Bus Stops" in the downtown area, as direct pickups are prohibited there. Your nearest bus stop is usually just a short walk away. You can find the closest stop to you at www.busstop.is.
Alternatively, you are welcome to meet us directly at our basecamp, which is conveniently located only 20 minutes from downtown Reykjavík.
Pricing & Riding Options:
- Prices are per person.
- Shared Ride: Each ATV seats two people (driver and passenger). You must have two participants in your booking to select this option.
- Solo Ride: Single riders, or groups with an odd number of people (e.g., 3, 5, 7), must book at least one Solo Ride.
Requirements:
- Drivers: All drivers must possess and present a fully valid driving license.
- Passengers: Minimum age for a passenger is 6 years old. Children up to 17 years old pay the child rate.
Description from the operator, Action Adventures. Prices and availability in the booking panel are live.
Where you go
- Midnight Sun ATV Tour
Included
What’s Included? We’ve got you covered. We provide all the necessary riding gear, including warm, wind-and-waterproof overalls, helmets, and gloves to keep you comfortable. We also offer free pickup from hotels and bus stops in the Reykjavik area.
What do you need? Just bring your full driving license and a pair of sturdy shoes.
Not included
To ensure clarity and safety, please note the following exclusions and rules:
- Food & Drink: Lunch or snacks are not included. We recommend eating before you arrive.
- Personal Insurance: Personal accident or travel insurance is not included. Riders participate at their own risk.
- Unsafe Driving: For your safety, reckless behavior is strictly prohibited. This includes: Sliding, spinning, or drifting. Speeding or failing to follow the guide's instructions.
- Off-Trail Driving: We ride on established tracks only. Driving off the marked trails is illegal in Iceland to protect the delicate nature (moss and soil) and is not permitted under any circumstances.
"Please note: Guides reserve the right to stop the ride immediately for anyone driving in an unsafe manner or damaging nature."
Good to know
Essential Items:
- Driving License: A physical, fully valid driving license is required for all drivers.
- Footwear: Sturdy shoes or hiking boots are recommended.
Clothing Advice (Dress for the Weather.):
- Summer / Warm Days: The wind chill on the ATV can be a little cold. We strongly recommend wearing thermal base layers, a sweater (wool or fleece), and good socks.
- Accessories: A thin hat and a neck warmer (buff) or scarf are highly recommended to wear under the helmet. (Yes - we are in Iceland )
- Sun glasses or these eclipse glasses to see perhaps the sunspots on the surface of the Sun.
Good to Know:
- We Provide: Warm, wind-and-waterproof riding overalls, helmets, and riding gloves.
- Available at Base: If you get cold easily, hand and toe warmers are available for purchase at our basecamp.
Logistics & Weather:
- Confirmation: You will receive confirmation immediately at the time of booking.
- Pickup Time: Hotel pickups start approximately 30 minutes prior to the tour departure time. Please be ready in your hotel lobby or at your designated bus stop.
- Weather: This tour operates in all weather conditions. Please dress appropriately for the Icelandic climate (warm layers, waterproofs).
- Gratuities: Pickup and guiding are included. Gratuities (tips) are not mandatory but are always appreciated if you enjoyed the service.
Health & Accessibility:
- Physical Restrictions: This activity is not recommended for travelers with back problems or pregnant travelers due to the bumpy nature of the trails.
- Accessibility: Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Rules & Safety:
- Driving License: A full, valid driving license is required for all drivers.
- Nature Protection: We explore nature responsibly. Riding is strictly limited to safe, established tracks to protect the environment.
- Safe Driving: Unsafe behavior, such as speeding or drifting, is strictly prohibited. Driving off the marked tracks is illegal.
Cancellation for this tour
Free cancellation until 24 hours before departure; no refund after that. If the operator cancels for weather or safety, you get a full refund or a new date.
If the weather cancels this tour
Iceland's weather is real. What usually stops this one is storm-force wind — rain and mud do not cancel it. Here is exactly what happens to your booking.
- 1Action Adventures decides, and tells us. Operators cancel when it is unsafe or pointless, and we back that call every time — we do not ask them to run anyway.
- 2We contact you by email, and by phone if your tour is the same or next day. You choose: another date if there is one you can make, or a full refund. There is no fee and nothing to argue.
- 3The refund goes back to the card you paid with, through Stripe, usually visible within a few working days. If this tour was one of several in your booking, the others are untouched.
What you do not get is the day back. If this is the only free day in your plan, put a spare day next to it — the planner leaves days free with the rest-day option. And if you want out because the forecast looks bad, that is your own cancellation: free until 1 day before departure, the operator's policy after that.
Questions on the day: [email protected] · +354 497 1373. How cancellations work in Iceland →
Why this one and not the cheaper one?
The nearest cheaper Volcano ATV Tour from Volcano ATV is €107 — €58 less. Here is every difference we can actually measure.
| Action Adventures · €165 | Volcano ATV · €107 | |
|---|---|---|
| How long it runs | 2 hours | 1 hour |
| Changing your mind | Free until 24 h before | Not stated |
The €58 buys you 1 more hour out and free cancellation up to 24 h before. Whether that is worth it is your call — but that is what the difference is.
Sold out on your date?
Seats come back — a cancellation, or the operator adding a vehicle. Tell us the date and we will check once a day and email you if one opens. One email, then we delete the address; nothing else is ever sent to it.
Who this is not for
- Children under 6 cannot join this one.
- Not available in winter; the operator runs it roughly May to September.
Read off the operator's own conditions. If none of it applies to you, this is a good one.
Why we list it
Action Adventures is one of 154 operators we work with — chosen for reliability, honest descriptions and how they treat guests when weather changes plans. We don't list everything; we list what we'd book ourselves. The six checks every operator passes →
What travellers say about Action Adventures
Read all 46 reviews on Google →Operator rating 4.9/5 from Google — these are reviews of the company, not this specific tour. Shown as Google returns them, unedited.
★★★★★ · a year ago
We had the absolute BEST time on our 2 hour ATV Tour!!! The views were stunning (pictures don't do it justice) and our guide was super informative and friendly!! We stopped to feed some horses on our way back (super cool experience) and we lucked out with the weather too! 10/10 for overall experience!! Would 100% recommend this tour!!!
★★★★★ · 2 years ago
This tour was fantastic. I went with my 3 friends (all of us around 20 years old) on our last day in Iceland as we wanted to do something fun near the Reykjavik. To save some money we shared ATVs and switched turns driving which worked out great. We stopped I think 3 times or so during the ride and the views were great. It was so much fun riding the ATVs and our tour guide was great. He was fun and gave us some info about the places we stopped at. The other group didn’t show, so it was just my friends and I. I would totally recommend.
★★★★★ · a year ago
Absolutely unbelievable experience. Picked up from hotel, taken 15 min out to the base. Got kitted up with everything we needed, hand warmers, gloves, snoods. The guide is so friendly, with a great sense of humour, and very informative too about the local area. Would definitely recommend.
★★★★★ · 2 years ago
Such a great experience. Our ride was fabulous, our guide was friendly, safe and very knowledgeable. There was just our guide and my family of 4 on 2 ATV’s. We went off the beaten track and had plenty of stops to take decent photos. We would all highly recommend!
Reviews from Google · updated 13 Sept 2026
Read before you book
- ATV and buggy tours — an hour near Reykjavík or the Westfjords at DrangsnesQuad tours near Reykjavík come as half of a combo day. In Drangsnes you get an empty fjord and a mountain track for €128. Your route decides which one.
- Keflavík Airport Transfer: Shared Shuttle vs. Private Car — Real Price and Time TradeoffsEvery Iceland trip starts at Keflavík. Shared shuttle or private transfer? The right answer depends on group size and landing time more than budget.
Reviews from our travellers
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ATV & buggy — questions people ask
Where can you ride ATVs in Iceland?
In two very different places on this site. Near Reykjavík, the Hafnarfjörður lava fields, twenty minutes from town, host the ATV combos with caving, horses and whale watching (/experience/292/, /experience/1603/). In the Westfjords, Activity Tours runs one-hour and three-hour rides from Drangsnes and Djúpavík on the Strandir coast (/experience/1176229/, /experience/1167831/), with fjord views and almost no other traffic. The Westfjords rides are better; Reykjavík is easier to reach.
Do I need a driving licence to ride an ATV in Iceland?
Yes, a full valid car licence to drive one. Passengers ride behind the driver and do not need a licence, but minimum ages apply for both; check the tour page. Bring the physical licence card. Standard pricing puts two people on one ATV, with a single-rider supplement if you want your own. Buggies (/experience/7689/) are side-by-side and more car-like, if you are unsure about balancing an ATV.
What do I wear for an ATV tour?
Old clothes and closed shoes. The operator gives you a helmet, overalls, gloves and often a balaclava, because Icelandic tracks are mud in summer and slush in winter and you will get sprayed. Wear warm layers underneath; you are sitting still in the wind. Sunglasses or goggles help with grit. Leave anything white at the hotel. A shower afterwards is not optional.
Is ATV riding in Iceland dangerous?
It carries real risk, which is why the licence rules exist. You ride in a line behind a guide at a set pace on marked tracks, so the danger is mostly in overconfidence on loose gravel or steep sections. Follow the guide's speed and keep your feet on the footrests. Travel insurance that covers motorised activities is worth checking before you book; some standard policies exclude ATVs.
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