Kimkim Trip Reviews for Iceland

Kim Kim's Lava Tour guide Guðmundur Óli (Gummi as he is known) was extremely attentive with planning, our trip, always available and prompt to reply to questions on chat at all hours. When the weather got rough while in Iceland, Gummi was quick to rearrange our itinerary so that none of our sightseeing stops were missed, even moving reservations for dinning and scheduled tours/spas. Gummi was there for spur of the moment phone calls as well, alerting us to the ever changing weather and road conditions. Although some of the stops along the way felt a little rushed, we managed to fit everything including the all important thermal bath and spa stops. Our only regret is that we never met him in person to thank him for all his hard work.
Highly recommended for those who like independence when tripping but also want the insight of a native planner to make sure they hit all the high spots and help with unexpected events.

Hotel Reviews

Fosshotel Baron

Reykjavík

Great location, clean and spacious room with breakfast included. no hotel parking....limited paid parking within the vicinity.

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Arnarstapi Hotel

Snæfellsbær

This Hotel was in a small remote village...beautiful scenery, hiking. 3 restaurants and a general store rounded out the stay. Room was clean and spacious.

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Black Beach Suites

Vik I Myrdal

beautiful setting clean spacious room . lighting was very low within the room.

Authenticity & Character

Location

near enough to Vik

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Hótel Grímsborgir by Keahotels

Ásborgir

clean attentive with a good breakfast, but turned a king size room into a triple leaving little floor space. **front desk did offer an aurora phone call to the room upon consent**

Authenticity & Character

Location

near Selfoss

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

room too small for a king and twin

Activity Reviews

Horse Riding on Black Sand Beach

Iceland

Great guides, short trail ride but the scenery and the horses were beautiful.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

horses were well versed in the trail, cooperative, somewhat independent

Lava Tunnel Activity

Iceland

Wonderful look inside a lava tunnel. Our guide was fun and informative, safety first!

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a walk to the cave

Geothermal Bakery Experience

Golden Circle

A great Foodie experience...for the tourist.

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Breiðamerkurjökull Ice Cave Small Group Adventure

Iceland

Our driver/guide Siggy was amazing...making sure ever part of this tour was informative fun and safe.

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The Retreat Spa at Blue Lagoon

Iceland

A must for those seeking a little R&R

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Húsafell Canyon Baths Experience

Iceland

a hike into a snow covered canyon with minimal bath time and limited rustic facilities.

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Iceland in the winter can be a challenge but a wonderful challenge if your guide prepares you!. Gummi was a great guide through KimKim! In a short but action packed week we were able to see the Snaefellsnes peninsula, reykjavik, the golden circle, a lava cave, a glacier, ice caves, northern lights, number of waterfalls, Vik, and a whale watching tour. Make sure your rental has studded tires and use the weather and safe roads apps to check on things everyday. I really can't say enough about our service. We had to make many adaptations but missed on nothing. We got some great personal recommendations and also hit the big attractions. Iceland is a wonderful gem. Next time we will see it in summer!

From day one, Noga planned an incredible trip with all the sights and attractions we wanted for our first Iceland adventure. From how easy it was to get around Reykjavik to our Blue car rental for the driving part of the trip, everything went smoothly. You can't predict Iceland's unpredictable weather, and some outdoor activities were canceled due to a blizzard. Nick and Maria were quick to adjust our itinerary. Our car rental's AI system still had glitches even after being turned off. I contacted Nick, who immediately reached out to the car rental company, and within minutes, we knew it was safe to drive. Our safety was the top priority, and with our expert team of Noga, Maria, and Nick, every question and concern was answered instantly. We can't praise our dedicated team of Noga, Maria, and Nick enough! 🥰

Noga and the KimKim team made planning our Iceland adventure effortless and stress-free. The itinerary was well paced, and filled with stunning locations and unique hotels. All of the pre-trip info was clear, organized and incredibly helpful. The KimKim app kept everything organized so we could just enjoy the trip. Noga and the team were very responsive before and during the trip, and they had truly thought of every detail. We would highly recommend working with her and the KimKim team.

We had an incredible experience working with Gummi. From start to finish, the itinerary was thoughtfully planned, detailed, and perfectly tailored to our travel style. We gave him full rein, and he absolutely delivered.

The hotel selections were excellent—each one unique, comfortable, and well-located for our route. The car rental process was seamless, which made our self-drive trip easy and stress-free.

What really stood out was the level of detail in the itinerary. He included preliminary driving routes for each day, which made planning and navigation so much easier. Beyond the main highlights, he also provided specific tips and directions to hidden waterfalls, scenic viewpoints, and lesser-known stops that we never would have found on our own. Those moments truly made the trip special..

He also provided fantastic restaurant recommendations in every region we visited and booked a few really fun excursions.

Over 8 days, we drove from Reykjavík through the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, the Golden Circle, Vík, and all the way to the southeast near Höfn. The route flowed perfectly and allowed us to experience Iceland at our own pace.

Even more impressive was his attentiveness during unexpected weather—he checked in and made sure we were safe and well-prepared, which we really appreciated.

Highly recommend for anyone looking for a well-organized, personalized, and truly memorable Iceland experience.

Hannah planned an amazing trip for our family to Iceland in March- the driving itinerary gave us lots of flexibility to explore and she listened to our feedback to plan the perfect trip. Our kids loved Th ice cave tour and secret lagoon. We will definitely use KimKim again- it took all the stress out of travel planning.

My family chose to work with KimKim after my daughter and I had already spent hours planning our winter trip to Iceland. We had concerns about the unpredictable weather and driving. We had trouble visualizing what activities and sites we could manage each day. We second guessed our lodging choices because we wanted to see the Northern Lights. We had lots of other questions. Our consultants, Noga, Maria and Nick took the stress out of all of it. Our trip was perfect! Thanks to KimKim we were able to see so much more than we would have had we planned it ourselves. I highly recommend KimKim and will use them for travel in the future.

Hotel Reviews

Eyja Guldsmeden Hotel

Reykjavik

We loved this hotel! It is beautiful. The decor is fabulous. I would definitely stay here again. The view of the waterfront from our room was amazing. We delighted in watching the boat traffic and seeing the mountains off in the distance. Thy do offer parking behind the hotel. The lounge was lovely. The staff was friendly and helpful. They do not include breakfast with the room but the cost did not seem unreasonable.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Nice area to walk around. Close to restaurants. Beautiful view of the waterfront.

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Room and bathroom was squeaky clean and super comfy. The shower was great!

Hotel Katla by Keahotels

Vík

We mostly enjoyed this hotel but I have some mixed feelings about it. The rooms were dated and dark but comfortable. The surroundings were beautiful. The staff at the desk were competent and efficient. They were not rude. There were a couple of things that seemed more difficult and frustrating than they needed to be but nothing that wasn't manageable. For instance, the lock on our door was difficult to engage. It took us a minute to lock and unlock our door. It's not something I think about normally during hotel stays. Entering and exiting is normally effortless. This was a bit of a hassle and I still remember. Hotel parking was ample and convenient. The breakfast buffet was wonderful. It offered a wide variety of delicious food. One of the buffet staff from Romania talked with us comfortably. We liked her a lot. We did glimpse the Aurora Borealis here. There is a wonderful sauna and a huge hot tub which accommodates a lot of people. We met other tourists while taking a soak.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Close to Vik but still far enough away to avoid light pollution so we were able to see the Northern Lights.

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Hótel Grímsborgir by Keahotels

Ásborgir

Great location in the Golden Circle near Selfoss. Our hotel room was lovely and comfortable. The staff was very friendly and offered to call us if the Auroa Borealis appeared. Not all hotels will offer this amenity.

Authenticity & Character

Beautiful surroundings.

Location

Outside of Selfoss in the country but still convenient to the city.

Staff

The staff was very friendly and helpful. They were very happy to ring us if the Aurora Borealis appeared. The breakfast was terrific. Recommend!

Cleanliness & Comfort

The room and bathroom were very comfortable. The shower was perfect.

Hótel Fransiskus Stykkishólmi

Stykkishólmur

Beautiful view of the harbor and the ferry that travels to the western fjords from our room. The clerk at the desk was the friendliest and most helpful clerk we encountered. The Hotel Fransiskus Stykkisholmi was one of our favorite hotels in Iceland. We loved the town, the restaurants, the waterfront, and the people. If I go back to Iceland I will definitely return to Stykkisholmi and the Hotel Fransiskus. Also, the breakfast buffet was so tastly. The hotel used to be a convent for Catholic Sisters. We were told the hotel preserved the original Chapel per the request of the town's residents as it held a special place in their hearts and in their history.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Close to the harbor. Beautiful view. Within walking distance to restaurants and other notable places

Staff

The hotel clerk was very helpful and kind.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Great shower. The beds were very comfortable.

Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Hotel

Reykjavík

Great view. The room was very comfortable. The beds were comfortable.

Authenticity & Character

We had a great view of the local runway. The furnishings were Scandinavian / Nordic.

Location

It offered great, convenient parking. It was not far from the city center. Very safe and quiet

Staff

So friendly, kind and helpful

Cleanliness & Comfort

Super clean and awesome bathroom.

Activity Reviews

Explore Vík

Iceland

the landscape around Vik is exceptional. The town itself is very small and depends on tourism.

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Glacier Ice Cave Experience

Iceland

My husband and daughter participated in the Glacier Ice Cave Experience and loved it. This was a highlight for them. They loved their Guide, the hike, the glacier, everything.

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Geysir Geothermal Area

Golden Circle

Geysir was another one of my favorite places to visit. I've been told it is like Yellowstone Natl Park. I loved seeing the steam escape from the ground and the holes filled with boiling water. The big geysir was fun to watch. I thought it was a really cool place.

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Gullfoss Waterfall

Golden Circle

Breathtaking. A must see. If you could only see 1 waterfall in Iceland I recommend Gullfoss.

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Dyrhólaey Arch and Cliffs

Iceland

Beautiful and stunning.

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Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach

Iceland

Stunning. So interesting. We also saw a herd of reindeer on our way there. They like to graze in the SE part of the country in winter. I wasn't expecting to see them so it was a treat. Diamond Beach and Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon were amongst our favorite places.

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The dramatic landscape and icebergs added to the quality of this experience.

Þingvellir National Park

Iceland

Absolutely stunning. I recommend paying the fee to see the historical exhibit located in the visitors' center. Having that background knowledge made the experience more meaningful and memorable.

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Laugarás Lagoon - Lerki

Iceland

Clean, new and sparkly. A little boring in the winter. I would pass.

Geothermal Bakery Experience

Golden Circle

Interesting and quick activity demonstrating geothermal power.

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Seljalandsfoss & Gljúfrabúi Waterfalls

Iceland

We saw these waterfalls from the car due to time restraints. They were mostly frozen but still very beautiful

Explore Stykkishólmur

Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Cute little city. I would go back. There is a ferry to the western fjords. We didn't see whales because it was winter.

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Djúpalónssandur Black Sand Beach

Snæfellsnes Peninsula

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Cliff Walk from Arnarstapi to Hellnar

Snæfellsnes Peninsula

We loved the Cliff Walk in Arnarstapi. The landscape and ocean views were so beautiful. We planned to hike the entire trail to Hellnar but it was snowing pretty hard. We decided not to. Crampons are recommended in the winter.

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Explore Reykjavík

Reykjavík

Clean, friendly, easily walkable city. Just a really sweet place. I would go back again even in the winter. The snow made the city look very quaint.

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Sky Lagoon Experience - Saman

Reykjavík

We went to 3 lagoons and the Sky Lagoon was our favorite. The showers and changing rooms were clean and included a swimsuit dryer and plastic bags to transport your damp suit to the car. It was soooo beautiful and magical. To enter the lagoon one walks down a ramp to enter the warm water and then swim between what looks like small fjords to enter the main pool. There were plenty of rock benches to sit on to lounge. The waterfall cascading into the pool added a special element. One long side of the lagoon overlooks the ocean. We had dramatic views of the clouds rolling in. We stayed here about 3 hours. It snowed giant, fluffy snowflakes, then it sleeted before snowing some more!!! It did not seem crowded. We ate a delicious lunch in their cafe.

Quality of Experience

The trip was amazing and everything was great, thanks for your help before and during our trip.
We loved all the places and activities, the hotels were very confortable and had nice bathrooms.
Hope to travel back to Island soon!

Gummy was an excelente guide. His planning was perfect and the hotels he reserved were as good as expected. Highlights include the snowmobile ride, the glacier cave excursion (he provided a services that takes you by car straight to the caves instead of walking) and the Reykjavik walking food tour.

I definitely recommend using KimKim for an Iceland trip

We had an action packed itinerary for Iceland and we did all that we could. Some of our favorite memories were just seeing the country's landscape and the horses. We did sadly miss snorkeling the Silfra, the Ice Cave and the helicopter ride but there was plenty to do without those. We did run into some bad weather here and there which caused for a stressful driving day so the weather and road app came in very handy.

We loved all of the Lagoons that we visited but the Sky Lagoon was our favorite.

Our Dog sledding adventure was a little anticlimactic but we are glad we did it. Our favorite waterfall area was Hraunfossar and the Lava Cave was cool. I feel like we could have skipped the peninsula tour and made our way towards Vik a little sooner. We hit bad weather on Day 4 which was very stressful. So by the time we got to the National Park we decided to skip the Silfra Snorkel and all that the park had to offer and opted to go to town and have some adult beverages and chat with some locals.

As far as accommodations, the Bubble hotel and the Panorama Glass Lodges were definitely the highlight for us. However, I would suggest you find the Panorama Glass lodge while it is still daylight. Both of the Center Hotels in Reykjavik had bars outside of our window that played loud music until midnight. I would not suggest people stay here if they have an early day the next morning. We were fine with it but I can see where other travelers might not be. Front desk clerks were very helpful.

The snowmobile tour was such a good time. On day 6, we did not make it to Reynisfjara Beach or to the Reynisdrangar columns due to road closure. By the time we got to day 7, we all agreed that we did not have it in us for a 5 hour drive and a 3-4 hour tour so we took the day off and enjoyed our hotel, a game room at another hotel and the town of Vik. I do wish we had made our way to Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, Diamond Beach and the Ice Caves. I am not sure what to suggest here as this was a super long day. Maybe have people drive closer to the area and stay the night then wake up and do the tours and drive out. I am sad we missed it.

Day 8, there was 100% chance of rain but we did the ATV tour anyway. We did get soaked to the core and froze our booties off but we really enjoyed it. I think if the weather is bad then it is inevitable that you will get wet and be cold but do it anyway. It is a gorgeous view of the beach and ocean. The tour guides were awesome. As a matter of fact, we liked all of the tour guides we encountered: Dog sledding, snow mobile, all of them.

The weather was bad on day 9 with wind gusts up to 45 mph. So sadly, we missed the helicopter tour. We did go to the Sky Lagoon and loved it.

Gudmundur was a great asset to us every day. I really enjoy conversing with him throughout the entire process from planning to our arrival and our departure. He warned us of weather and roads and helped with cancellations and recommendations of where we could go when we skipped our planned activities. The skipping of activities was for sure my lack of planning rest days for my group. He included everything that I asked from the beginning added in all of the exciting things to do and see.

This is my 3rd trip with Kim Kim and it did not disappoint. Iceland was amazing. I would highly suggest it to my friends and family.

Our 7-day trip through Iceland with Guðmundur (“Gummi”) was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment we arrived, Gummi had everything perfectly organized — every detail, from our lagoon visits and glacier hikes to snowmobiling, diving between tectonic plates, ATV adventures, and chasing waterfalls, flowed seamlessly. His personal touch made all the difference: he was always reachable, responsive to every request, and made sure everyone felt comfortable and cared for.
Traveling in March, we even got to witness the breathtaking northern lights — a moment Gummi somehow timed perfectly. You can tell he truly loves what he does; his enthusiasm and professionalism make the experience feel both easy and unforgettable.
If you want to experience Iceland in the best possible way, with someone who’s genuinely on top of every detail, Gummi is the guide to choose. Highly recommend

I liked the preplanning and the zoom call before departure.
Car rental- there is no longer a shuttle to Blue Car Rental. We were told the airport management discontinued all shuttles to car rentals in January. Blue Car also has no signs in airport to follow while other car rentals do. Thank you for telling us to be sure to get WiFi before we left- we did have to ask to receive.
Reykjavík Marina- Berjaya Hotel- the staff was wonderful and very helpful to give guidance and to assist with city parking.
Northern Lights- the tour was not what we expected but we feel very lucky that we saw a spectacular display! The guide shared very little information about the lights, constellations or how to take a good pictures. The concept is great but was not the best experience.
Dog sledding and Sky Lagoon- fabulous!
We were upgraded for Sky Lagoon and suggest for others in the future. It was nice to have a private changing area.
Hot springs- it does not compare to the Sky Lagoon spa experience.
Loved the cliff walk and black beaches!
We were sorry whale watching was cancelled but certainly understood and you were very quick to offer alternatives and refund our money.
Geothermal Bread experience- It was touristy.
National Park- crazy windy weather. Sorry we did not get to explore more.
Super jeep experience- fantastic! Carlos was terrific, very knowledgeable and even added a cave to the day. Highly recommend!
Hotel Budir, Hotel Rangá and Panorama Glass Lodge- all great!
Hotel Ranga- Their evening observatory cabin with telescopes was a fun experience and guide very knowledgeable.
The Glass Lodge- a unique experience!
Vic- a long ride and not sure worth the travel. The weather was rainy so perhaps would have found more charming on a sunny day!
We had multiple days of snowy weather, white outs, rain, road closures- you did warn us and had us prepared- thank you! But I don’t think you can stress enough.
Your general suggestions on tipping, currency, what to pack, etc- very helpful and accurate.
KimKim and Noga did an excellent job, and it was an amazing trip. Thank you so much! I will recommend you to others.

Hotel Reviews

Panorama Glass Lodge West Iceland

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Cleanliness & Comfort

Very unique location

Hotel Rangá

Hella

Authenticity & Character

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Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

My favorite hotel for our trip

Hótel Búðir

Búðir

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Rooms very quaint

Reykjavík Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

Reykjavík

Enjoyed the restaurant and many other options near by.

Authenticity & Character

The staff

Location

Great location

Staff

Informative and helpful

Cleanliness & Comfort

Easily accessible free parking

Activity Reviews

Explore Vík

Iceland

It was a rather long drive and our last day. It was raining. There is good shopping! If it was a pretty day, I think a hike would have been a great addition to the day.

Reynisfjara Beach & Reynisdrangar Columns

Iceland

Rainy day- did not visit.

Dyrhólaey Arch and Cliffs

Iceland

Rainy day- did not visit.

Skogafoss Waterfall

Iceland

This was my favorite waterfall that we saw.

Seljalandsfoss & Gljúfrabúi Waterfalls

Iceland

Pouring rain! We viewed from car. If you leave in 5 minutes, you do not have to pay to park!

Thórsmörk Super Jeep Experience

Iceland

This was probably my favorite activity. Carlos, our guide, was terrific! The hike up to the view point was great. They did have spikes for us to use. The big tires on jeep allowed us to navigate glacier river beds.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Very knowledgeable, fun personality and accommodating to groups needs

Transport

Loved the super jeep experience!

Gullfoss Waterfall

Golden Circle

It was a long day especially navigating the weather so we omitted this activity. We were concerned about the roads and wanted to get to hotel. Waterfalls are always great to see! We did like our loop drive for the Peninsula from our hotel- Budir Hotel. The road over the mountain was closed.

Geysir Geothermal Area

Golden Circle

An easy walk from the parking lot and great it erupts frequently!

Geothermal Bakery Experience

Golden Circle

Guide did a nice job but compared to other activities we did I’m not sure I would repeat. It was a large group and difficult to hear at times.

Þingvellir National Park

Iceland

The weather was cold, snowy and very windy! On a pretty day, I would have wanted more time than we planned to explore hiking trails and the sites. The exhibit at the visitor center- worthwhile to learn history. Gift shop- some nice souvenirs! We did not but you can drive down to see where the tectonic plates are.

Kirkjufellsfoss

Kirkjufellsfoss

This was our first experience with paying for parking. There are cameras so important to pay! We found the machine in lot much easier to use than app.

Whale Watching Ólafsvík

Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Unfortunately cancelled due to high winds, and our schedule did not allow us to rebook. We were sorry to miss.

Djúpalónssandur Black Sand Beach

Snæfellsnes Peninsula

This beach was more black rock vs sand. It was great to compare to other beaches. Easy walk to overlook. Two trails to beach doable.

Cliff Walk from Arnarstapi to Hellnar

Snæfellsnes Peninsula

A beautiful walking trail and easy to navigate. It was a favorite!

Búðir Church

Snæfellsnes Peninsula

The church was locked so could not see the inside. There is a wonderful cemetery to see and a great view of the coast.

Gerðuberg Basalt Cliffs

Iceland

Very snowy day- unable to really experience. The short trails were covered by snow.

Hvammsvík Hot Springs Experience

Iceland

Raw outdoor experience!

Sky Lagoon Experience - Saman

Reykjavík

Northern Lights & Stargazing

Reykjavík

We were very lucky and saw a spectacular display!

Explore Reykjavík

Reykjavík

We accomplished on our own- a great walking city!

Icelandic Dog Sledding

Iceland

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Enjoyed the question and answer time in zoom - very informative.

Blue car rental no longer has shuttle service. It is a short walk and not a problem but you may want to change instructions on how to pick up your car. The airport discontinued all rental car shuttles is my understanding.

Hotels - I liked them all - in great locations, clean and very nice people. My favorite was Angel Rangá but they were all nice and The Glass house was a wonderful experience but one night is plenty for travelers not carrying food, etc.

Activities - Our evening to see the Northern Lights (I think the guides’s name was Ines) was successful . We definitely saw a beautiful display! The guide was not great. We basically drove out of town and stopped at the side of a road and got out and looked up w our phones. There was no instruction or hot chocolate and pastries. We just stood in the road. I thought the guide was a bit rude. A few times we had to move away from oncoming cars. But we did see the northern lights.

The dogsledding day was fun! Very nice and informative people.

I loved the SkyLagoin experience - they upgraded our passes so we had private dressing rooms . Just a really nice experience.

I loved walking the the Cliffs - gorgeous! I was a bit concerned as I do not like heights but the path is plenty far from the edge and it was a great hike.

I could pass on the geothermal bakery but that is probably just a personal choice. The people did a great job and it was nice gathering to eat the bread at the end.

The jeep day (Rangár Ding) was the overall best experience for me. Riding to remote places with Carlos giving information while driving in creeks over sand bars and lava rocks and just getting to see the gorgeous views without a lot of people was great. Lunch was good, and Carlos did an exceptional job.

Our trip ended with a canceled flight due to bad weather. We ended up staying in the Exeter hotel which is also a very nice place if you want another hotel to add to your list.

We had several days of really bad weather where driving was a challenge for us southern folks! You did a good job preparing us but you can not stress it enough. We hated missing the whale watching and really did not get to see much of the National Park due to the weather.

The overall experience was definitely 5⭐️ Your instructions were clear and accurate, you always answered our texts quickly and were helpful. The choices you guided Becky and Rosie through were great. It was a lovely week -

Hotel Review

Hotel Rangá

Hella

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Geysir Geothermal Area

Golden Circle

Quality of Experience

Kirkjufellsfoss

Kirkjufellsfoss

Quality of Experience

Explore Vík

Iceland

Quality of Experience

Thórsmörk Super Jeep Experience

Iceland

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Geothermal Bakery Experience

Golden Circle

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Djúpalónssandur Black Sand Beach

Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Quality of Experience

Cliff Walk from Arnarstapi to Hellnar

Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Quality of Experience

Búðir Church

Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Quality of Experience

Gerðuberg Basalt Cliffs

Iceland

Quality of Experience

Hvammsvík Hot Springs Experience

Iceland

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Sky Lagoon Experience - Saman

Reykjavík

Quality of Experience

Northern Lights & Stargazing

Reykjavík

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Icelandic Dog Sledding

Iceland

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Wow, where do I begin!

Reached out to KimKim a few months before our planned trip to Iceland planned for early February.

Adam was assigned as our personal concierge during the planning process and we couldn't have asked for a better, more informative guide to things to do in Iceland! All of the accommodations, excursions, etc mentioned below were set up by Adam and they were perfect.

Basically the process is you give your concierge an idea of rough dates you will be in Iceland, things you want to do or see, and a rough budget and they start the process of giving you choices so you can fine tune your itinerary to fit your needs. I am usually the travel planner but was really nice having someone take the reigns.

We only had 6 days so stayed in the South. We stayed in 3 primary locations -- Blue Lagoon, Vik, and Reykjavik.

Blue Lagoon -- Blue Lagoon is only about 20 minutes from the airport so a great place to go after the long flight from the US. We splurged and stayed 2 nights at the Retreat at the Blue Lagoon and it was worth it! Felt like being in a spa environment 24 hours a day. Literally walk around all day in your fluffy robe, take dips in a private area of the lagoon an much as you like, get spa treatments included in the stay (do The Ritual!), got an in-water massage, and ate at the onsite restaurants including Michelin Star restaurant Moss where I proposed to my girlfriend our last night there (luckily she said yes :-)) Wonderful place to relax and get used to the new time zone while enjoying one of Iceland's iconic thermal pools. True luxury experience.

Vik -- We had rented a nice little 4 wheel drive SUV set up through Adam and so set out to Vik on the most southern tip of Iceland as a jumping off point for some excursions in the area. Adam had sent along driving directions in google maps that included stops along the way to see waterfalls, museums, and other sites along the route which was very convenient -- so nice to be able to come and go and not be just one a 30 or 40 getting on and off the tour bus which we saw plenty of. Weather was actually really nice so road conditions were superb luckily. Stayed at Black Beach Suites just outside of Vik and it was really great, onsite bar and restaurant so we could wind down each day with a drink or two. We actually included Vik on our itinerary to get away from light pollution to see the Northern Lights but unfortunately it was cloudy the whole time we were there (apparently Vik is the rainiest spot in Iceland!) so saw none there. We went on 2 excursions while in Vik -- Ice Cave Tour and Snowmobile on the glacier. Both were freaking awesome, would recommend them to anyone wanting to get out and about in the Vik area.

Reykjavik -- After Vik we drove back to Reykjavik, this time on a little bit different course which included more places to stop and see the sites. Stayed at Hotel Borg which was centrally located to everything. Walked around and saw the sites including the famous church and road leading to it, finally saw the Northern Lights right from the harbor in Reykjavik so get to check that off the bucket list. Drove over to the Sky Lagoon on our last day to get one last thermal pool fix which was nice. Great way to calm down before flying back home.

Overall I cannot recommend Iceland and KimKim enough, especially our concierge Adam! He was in contact beforehand, helping us set up our packed itinerary so we got to see the maximum amount in our short time there and was available while we were there for the few things that came up (also, if your concierge is not available due to days off or hours they will put you in touch with others if needed). Just a great experience, will use KimKim on my next trip to Iceland or other places they can help and recommend them to anyone interested!

Very helpful. Made our vacation super special. I look forward to using this in the future. They were all extremely responsive and helpful. Highly reccomend.

Activity Reviews

Glacier Ice Cave Experience

Iceland

Reynisfjara Beach & Reynisdrangar Columns

Iceland

Dyrhólaey Arch and Cliffs

Iceland

Skogafoss Waterfall

Iceland

Seljalandsfoss & Gljúfrabúi Waterfalls

Iceland

Quality of Experience

Thórsmörk Super Jeep Experience

Iceland

Langjökull Glacier Snowmobiling Adventure

Golden Circle

Gullfoss Waterfall

Golden Circle

Geysir Geothermal Area

Golden Circle

Þingvellir National Park

Iceland

Húsafell Canyon Baths Experience

Iceland

Hraunfossar

Iceland

Víðgelmir Lava Cave Experience

Iceland

Hvammsvík Hot Springs Experience

Iceland

Northern Lights Cruise

Reykjavík

Icelandic Food Walk

Reykjavík

Explore Reykjavík

Reykjavík

Blue Lagoon Premium Admission

Iceland

So much detail went in to the planning is this trip and I didn't have to do any of the work. Jenny was amazing and patient. My daughter and I had the trip of a life time, but hopefully we will get another one in a few years!

Iceland was a dream! From the marina hotel to the walking food tour, Blue Lagoon and Sky Lagoon, to snowmobiling on a glacier and Golden Circle tour, and the ultimate Northern Lights experience, KimKim made this trip everything I’d hoped it would be. Communication was excellent and timely. I can’t say enough about this trip. I loved every moment.

Hotel Review

Reykjavík Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

Reykjavík

Excellent front desk service, very clean and comfortable room, convenient walking distance to everything in downtown Reykjavík. The included breakfast had something for everyone and was a much appreciated start to my days.

Authenticity & Character

Comfortable aesthetic, tasteful decor.

Location

Easy walk to everywhere I wanted to see in downtown Reykjavík

Staff

Always available, genuinely friendly and courteous, and of course very helpful

Cleanliness & Comfort

My room was spotless and bed was very comfortable

Activity Reviews

South Coast Highlights & Coastal Villages

Iceland

I loved seeing the icy and snowy waterfalls, black sand beach and country side.

Quality of Experience

Safe, comfortable transportation to see the sights!

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Very knowledgeable, good sense of humor, courteous and entertaining.

Transport

Very comfortable and I felt very safe in some treacherous snowy/windy weather

Icelandic Food Walk

Reykjavík

This was so much fun and the food was outstanding!! Stevie, our guide was knowledgeable and entertaining.

Quality of Experience

The food was fabulous and well thought out.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Stevie was knowledgeable and very entertaining. Excellent guide.

Transport

My feet didn’t fail me! *it was a walking tour

Sky Lagoon Experience - Saman

Reykjavík

Very relaxing and enjoyable. Took my time during the seven step ritual and very happy I did.

Quality of Experience

Water temperature was warm and inviting, views were beautiful, staff was welcoming and courteous, facilities were clean and comfortable.

Snowmobile and Ice Cave Tour

Iceland

Excellent tour from start to finish if you don’t mind most of your day spent traveling to and from the glacier, which I did not!

Quality of Experience

Overall experience was great!

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Very courteous, professional and patient with everyone

Transport

Very knowledgeable, entertaining and courteous

Northern Lights & Stargazing

Reykjavík

This was everything I’d hoped for. Our guide was enthusiastic and very knowledgeable. He knew exactly where to go and how to find the lights. Via his instructions, I was able to identify the lights on my own. Love every minute.

Quality of Experience

Seeing the lights was a dream!

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Extremely knowledgeable, enthusiastic and encouraging

Transport

Safe and warm.

Golden Circle Day Trip

Reykjavík

I thoroughly enjoyed this tour. Pick up was close to my hotel and timely. The guide was knowledgeable and courteous. All the sights were amazing to visit and the stop for locally made ice cream was a treat. I can’t wait to come back in the warmer months to see everything green!

Quality of Experience

Relaxed, comfortable, worry free!

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Courteous and knowledgeable

Transport

I was able to relax and let them do all the driving. Van was comfortable.

Reykjavík City Walk

Reykjavík

Very informative, nice easy pace, guide was very knowledgeable. If I had to do it over again, I would skip this and just do the Walking Food tour since it covered a lot of the same history but with the added bonus of great food!

Explore Reykjavík

Reykjavík

Enjoyed walking around and checking out the area, including delicious cocktails at Tipsy!

Quality of Experience

Blue Lagoon Comfort Admission

Iceland

Perfectly timed to go straight to the Blue Lagoon from the airport. Luggage storage was easy to access and use. Transportation to and from the Lagoon was easy to use and staff very friendly. The Lagoon is so large that it’s easy to find a quiet place to sit and take it all in. I ate lunch at the Lava restaurant: one of the best mushroom soups I’ve ever eaten. Highly recommend.

Quality of Experience

All staff are very kind and helpful

This truly was the trip of a lifetime. My friend and I spent 8 days experiencing the southeast region of Iceland by car.

We benefited enormously from the knowledge, planning skills and affable manner of our trip planner, Gummi (Guomundur Oli). He was able to take our broad goals and ideas of what kind of trip we wanted and planned it for us perfectly. He was responsive throughout the trip and gave us really good ideas as questions arose as we made our way through this almost other worldly experience.

We drove the perimeter of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula and then made our way around the Golden Circle. The northern lights, waterfalls, canyons, tectonic plates, volcanic landscape, black sand beaches, a glacier, ice caves, horseback riding, lava tunnels, amazing food, the city of Reykjavik, thermal lagoons, and more.

The one person we met who really stood out was the fellow who took us on the ice cave tour. His name is Siggi and his company’s name is CrystalCave.is. He takes small groups (there were 4 of us that day) out on the glacier and down to the ice caves. In addition to his knowledge of the glacier and the ice caves, he offered us a view into his world, the respect the other guides clearly have for him, his sense of humor, his wisdom, and how he came to do this work that he loves (I won’t spoil it by telling you here). He truly inspired us, made us laugh, and left a lasting impression on both of us.

I am riding high after this trip.

The trip was incredible! A wonderful experience. The KIMKIM team were always there to answer any of our questions. We particularly enjoyed the Panorama glass lodge and were fortunate enough to see the Northern lights. The App is easy to use and a welcome addition. We highly recommend using them to plan unique one of a kind adventures.

Hotel Reviews

Reykjavík Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

Reykjavík

Reykjavík Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels was very well placed and offered easy walking access to everything we wanted in Reykjavík. We did have a bit of trouble finding it initially, but once there, everything was great.

Hótel Grímsborgir by Keahotels

Ásborgir

Our stay at Hótel Grímsborgir by Keahotels was fine, although we didn't experience much of the amenities due to the cold and stormy weather. No issues with the hotel itself.

Silica Hotel

Grindavík

Extremely helpful and friendly staff.

Location

A unique site

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Panorama Glass Lodge West Iceland

Authenticity & Character

well thought out. beautiful setting

Cleanliness & Comfort

They thought of everything! Loved the heated floors

Activity Reviews

Icelandic Dog Sledding

Iceland

Icelandic Dog Sledding was enjoyable, although not as interactive as past experiences where we had our own team. Despite the lack of snow, they conducted the activity on a frozen lake and provided extra gear for warmth. If you've never been dog sledding before, it would be a great experience.

Geothermal Bakery Experience

Golden Circle

The Geothermal Bakery Experience was a bit disappointing. It lacked interactivity, and we mostly just watched the process. It was interesting to eat the bread that was cooked, but the experience could have been more engaging.

Reykjavík City Walk

Reykjavík

Lots of insight and friendly guide

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

The locations that were selected for our journey hit everything we were looking for: spectacular views, gorgeous waterfalls, incredible landscapes, lots of water, and of course - amazing views of the Northern Lights. All of the tours planned were fun and had knowledgeable, friendly guides that really set the tone. Our hotels and cottages were unique, had amazing views, and were in great locations. And the whole team at KimKim was really thoughtful and easy to work with.