Iceland Travel Agents

We had a wonderful experience covering much of western and southern Iceland over 12 days. Guðmundur (Gummi) was responsive and provided lots of thoughtful feedback as we fine-tuned our itinerary before booking.

We had the challenge of booking the trip only about 6 months in advance, wanting to see a lot different natural and cultural attractions, and at the same time managing the abilities and interests of 3 generations of travelers. Gummi took those constraints and laid out an itinerary that managed to address all our interests, found fun and comfortable accommodations in the right locations, and kept us at a manageable pace where we could move every 2 or 3 days. The food recommendations were great and often corroborated by a foodie acquaintance who splits time in Reykjavik. Out of the entire agenda, we only opted not to do 2 optional stops, and one of those was due to the worst day of weather which prevented safe hiking in Highlands.

During the trip, Gummi provided quick responses when we needed some real-time feedback or advice on some small issues. I am confident that had we run into major problems, he would have solved them for us.

We have recommended kimkim to friends, who are since booked a trip to Iceland, and would use it again ourselves. I would recommend anyone work with Gummi. Thank you!

Adam did a great job accommodating our group and finding a right balance for everyone. We were a group of 8 (including 2 sets of grandparents in their 80's, and 2 kids aged 6 and 9 yrs old). We highly recommend the Katla Cave Ice Cave Tour, it is one of the best experiences ever! We stayed a night in Westman Island, which we also recommend. That is where we were able to experience the puffins :)

The trip to Iceland was a dream come true! It was so wonderful to have all the suggestions, ideas, details and logistics provided by Gummi, the local KimKim guide. There is absolutely no way I could have done everything that Gummi did with the level of professionalism and perfection. The trip was packed with memorable experiences which is exactly what we wanted. Highly recommend the kayaking on the Glacier Lagoon/Diamond Beach, snorkeling at Silfra, hiking in Thorsmork, and the hot springs at Reyjadalur. The entire trip was memorable. Thank you to Gummi and KimKim for the trip of a lifetime.

Hotel Reviews

Fosshotel Stykkishólmur

Stykkishólmur

This is a great hotel - best breakfast we had in Iceland too! Nice people and very comfortable room.

Authenticity & Character

Felt homey and intimate but not pretentious

Location

Easy to walk into town

Staff

Professional and friendly

Cleanliness & Comfort

Very clean, and good room darkening shades here!

Black Beach Suites

Vik I Myrdal

This hotel appears to be very chic and swanky. The rooms are very updated and feature a kitchen. Unfortunately, you could not lock the doors once in the room. I ended up putting our suitcases in front of the door to keep someone from coming in. They gave crazy directions about how to use an Icelandic lock but we stayed in several places that had plain old deadbolts. Would not recommend or stay there

Authenticity & Character

Fix the locks - all the fancy in the world does not make you safe. Also no breakfast provided

Location

Close to things we were seeing

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Very clean and spacious but the door thing is a no go on comfort

Activity Reviews

Faxaflói Bay Whale Watching Excursion

Reykjavík

We did see whales so that was the main goal. The person telling us about the things we were seeing was very good. The whales were pretty far away so it would not be an experience for someone who wanted to see whales closer up.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Silfra Snorkeling Adventure

Golden Circle

This experience is truly one of a kind in the world. If you like snorkeling, then you should definitely try this experience. There is no wildlife but the water, rock and depth of sight is amazing

Quality of Experience

Great location and interesting snorkel.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Our guide in the water was awesome. Explained everything very well. They move a lot of people in and out of Silfra, and they've got it down. You'll take more time than you think at the busiest times of the year. The entire staff is hustling to get people dressed and ready.

Transport

Good job providing vans and seating to help people change.

Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Kayaking Excursion

Iceland

Great kayaking experience - fun to get a little closer to the icebergs.

Quality of Experience

Nice to get on the water and kayak amongst the icebergs

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Guides were fantastic.

Transport

Víðgelmir Lava Cave Experience

Iceland

Great fun to see the cave carved by lava!

Quality of Experience

Unique thing to see. Used to seeing caves in the US. This is very different

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Guide was awesome. She knew a ton about the cave, formations and geology of the lava cave/tube

Transport

Short walk with stairs to descend. Safety protocols were very good. Everyone had headlamps to see

Glacier Ice Cave Experience

Iceland

The ice cave was smaller than I thought but still cool to see.

Quality of Experience

The ice caves are cool and interesting

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Guide did OK - did lots of picture taking. I listened to another group guide and she gave more info and details about the ice caves. I like those details and info rather than always lining people up for a photo op.

Transport

The modified cargo van we took to the locations was absolutely awful. It was not a super jeep and they stuffed 13 people into it including 4 of us on the very back bench seat that could have fit 4 children but not four adults. It was hot and no air circulation - so if you get carsick this is not the ride for you. The car bounced around so much that our heads hit the ceiling WITH seatbelts on. It was dangerous, uncomfortable, and terrible. It felt like they were more interested in making money and stuffing as many people into a vehicle as they could rather than providing safe, fun transport.

Iceland is phenomenal! I encourage a visit to see the unique environment for sure!!! Gummie did a very good job planning our trip.
Constructive advice: If self touring(driving), encourage your traveler to rent a 4 wheel drive. Increases the ability to drive on all roads safely and also explore other options not included in the travel itinerary.
Also, write the final itinerary in order:
1-Date
2-Day of travel
3-Google link
4-Step by step instructions for the day and description of sights to be seen that day
5-Hotel accommodation
6-Restaurants recommended for that day where the travel plans are

Gummie
Your plans were awesome but a bit confusing to follow. Your recommendations were spot on and appreciated.
Thanks for your help!! Your country was awesome!!!

Jerri Hall Tuxbury

Hotel Review

Hótel Kría

Vík

Clean and comfortable

Location

Nice city on Golden Circle tour

Staff

Helpful and friendly

Cleanliness & Comfort

Everything

Activity Reviews

Glacier Ice Cave Experience

Iceland

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Geothermal Helicopter Experience

Reykjavík

Horseback Riding Below the Mountains

Iceland

Well done , but my daughter and I are experienced riders. Would have preferred a more scenic and different type of tour.

Explore Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon by Zodiac Boat

Iceland