{"id":5432,"date":"2024-07-18T09:48:34","date_gmt":"2024-07-18T09:48:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.baltictravelcompany.com\/blog\/?p=5432"},"modified":"2024-07-18T09:48:34","modified_gmt":"2024-07-18T09:48:34","slug":"packing-tips-for-your-dream-iceland-northern-lights-igloo-experience","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.baltictravelcompany.com\/blog\/index.php\/iceland\/packing-tips-for-your-dream-iceland-northern-lights-igloo-experience\/","title":{"rendered":"Packing Tips for Your Dream Iceland Northern Lights Igloo Experience"},"content":{"rendered":"

Iceland<\/a> is a remarkable country and one of the ideal places to travel if you’d love nothing more than to see the Northern Lights<\/a>. The Aurora Borealis is a fascinating natural wonder exclusively visible in the Northern Hemisphere \u2013 and the further north you travel, the more distinct the patterns of pinks, purples, yellow and greens will be.<\/p>\n

Staying in a glass igloo elevates your holiday to the next level and feels reminiscent of sleeping under the stars\u2014but in luxurious custom-built accommodation that is as comfortable as it is relaxing and engineered to ensure you are warm and relaxed while watching the greatest show on Earth.<\/p>\n

Let us share some information to answer frequently asked questions about lodging in an Icelandic glass igloo, with tips on the items to make sure you pack in your suitcase.<\/p>\n

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Why See the Northern Lights From an Icelandic Glass Igloo?<\/h2>\n

A glass igloo provides a unique experience, where you feel as if you are drifting among the stars, with a first-hand, up-close view of the Aurora Borealis, one of the world’s most extraordinary natural phenomena, and something that thousands of travellers aspire to see, at least once.<\/p>\n

Guests can opt between adventure and active holidays<\/a>, cruises and whale-watching boat trips while seeing the Northern Lights<\/a> overhead at night, or staying in a wilderness lodge or ice hotel \u2013 many of which provide private glass igloos available to book in advance.<\/p>\n

The sensation of laying back on a comfy seat, bed or blanket, with the scent and warmth of a fire in the background and the lights in the night sky overhead, is simply amazing. It removes any distractions that can reduce the effect of the lights or hamper your view.<\/p>\n

Having a front-row seat makes the best of your Iceland Northern Lights holiday<\/a>, and if you’re staying for a few nights with a great Aurora forecast, you can even try different ways to enjoy the spectacle.<\/p>\n

Options include a guided husky sledding trip, travelling on a snowmobile or jeep, heading off for a reindeer safari, or attending a hiking tour to find the best views from the top of a mountain or glacier \u2013 something few people ever see!<\/p>\n

What Should I Pack for a Northern Lights Igloo Holiday in Iceland?<\/h2>\n

One of the most common questions we receive is about the temperature inside a glass igloo \u2013 rest assured, every glass igloo, Aurora bubble or cabin with a glass roof or viewing gallery is thermally insulated, so you’ll stay warm and dry inside while watching the Northern Lights<\/a> dance across the night sky.<\/p>\n

Igloos are heated to a consistent level, which means that even in the harshest winters when temperatures can drop as low as -30\u00b0C, you’ll be warm\u2014with special glass that doesn’t attract frost or condensation.<\/p>\n

Families often love to light a roaring fire, enjoy hot mugs of cocoa or mulled wine, and relax in their PJs while enjoying the beauty of an uninterrupted view of the Aurora Borealis. Couples might book an evening snowmobile tour into the forest or wilderness, unwind with a bottle of wine, or soak in the lights during a beautifully catered meal.<\/p>\n

While you won’t need thermals for each night inside your accommodation, you will be comfortable with good-quality layers, gloves, and hats for any time you spend outside.<\/p>\n

Each igloo will come complete with comfy blankets and seating to lie back and enjoy the view, so you won\u2019t need to pack extra blankets or save space in your luggage for anything other than the layers you\u2019ll wear.<\/p>\n

For trips, excursions and activities during the day, we\u2019d recommend:<\/p>\n