Snæfellsjökull Glacier Tip

Snæfellsnes · 64.8082°N, 23.7785°W

Snæfellsjökull Glacier Tip — aurora viewing location in Snæfellsnes, Iceland
Photo: Axel Kristinsson from Reykjavík, Iceland · CC BY 2.0
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Light Pollution

Low light pollution — excellent dark-sky location

Safety

Coastal peninsula, strong winds. Glacier access requires guide.

Parking

Car park at Arnarstapi village.

Photography Tips

For aurora photography at Snæfellsjökull Glacier Tip, use a wide-angle lens at f/2.8 or wider, ISO 1600-3200, and 8-15 second exposures. A sturdy tripod is essential — Icelandic wind can be strong. Arrive early to scout compositions while you can still see the landscape.

Read our full aurora photography guide for detailed camera settings.

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Track Snæfellsjökull Glacier Tip Live

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Plan Your Visit

Check current conditions on our Tonight page before heading out. Cloud cover and geomagnetic activity can change rapidly — the app updates scores every 15 minutes so you always have the latest data.

Learn more about the best time to see the northern lights and how to read aurora forecasts.