Kimkim Trip Reviews for Iceland

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The trip that Guðmundur Óli put together for Iceland!
Iceland | Aug 6 - Aug 13, 2025

Lisa
Lisa D.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025
The trip that Guðmundur Óli put together for us in Iceland was absolutely epic. We had a variety of experiences based on our requests and boy did it pay off. We experienced waterfalls, black beaches, hot springs, gorges with amazing views; and saw the puffins on the cliff's edge! I'm a puffin fan now! Really enjoyed the snowmobiling, kayaking and hiking on the glacier to ice cave. What an incredible experience. Saw wildlife along the way which was an added bonus to the trip. We averaged... Read more

The trip that Guðmundur Óli put together for us in Iceland was absolutely epic. We had a variety of experiences based on our requests and boy did it pay off. We experienced waterfalls, black beaches, hot springs, gorges with amazing views; and saw the puffins on the cliff's edge! I'm a puffin fan now! Really enjoyed the snowmobiling, kayaking and hiking on the glacier to ice cave. What an incredible experience. Saw wildlife along the way which was an added bonus to the trip. We averaged approximately 18K-20K steps per day and climbed to the highest points to get better vantage points along the ring road and south coast. Gummi arranged the best hotels and even provided excellent restaurant recommendations as well as an organized google map daily so we could follow the instruction and get to our destination in plenty of time. Gummi was always available to answer questions and add on additional excursions when requested. The overall experience with kimkim was great. All we needed to do was pack our bag, show up and follow the app. Can't beat that for the best vacation ever! Thank you for a great experience.

Hotel Reviews
Sand Hotel by Keahotels
Reykjavík

Really enjoyed this property. It is very central to everything you need to walk to in Reykavik. Parking is off site but easy to find with the Parka app. Lots of shops and restaurants nearby to choose from. Breakfast was downstair and easily accessible. The bed was comfortable and a nice well equipped bathroom.

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Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon
Hnappavellir

This hotel was a beautiful property. The rooms were very spacious with chairs and couch to enjoy the view. the black out curtain was nice to get a good night's sleep after a long day of hiking and excursions. The restaurant on site was nice with a common area in the lobby as well as bar. Enjoyed the sauna for some well needed respite from a long day!

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Hótel Grímsborgir by Keahotels
Ásborgir

Really enjoyed staying at this hotel. The rooms were very spacious and with a big common area outside your room to join up with friends or meet other people. The hot tub was as added bonus after a long day of hiking and excursions. Lots of options on the menu for anyone taste, but town nearby for some cool restaurants to choose from.

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Hotel Búðir
Búðir

Loved this hotel and its location. Great Boutique hotel located near the black church and hiking trails. The beds were comfortable and views at night were beautiful. The food is top notch, and the hotel staff takes pride in the dining experience. Plenty of places to sit and enjoy the wonders of outside from a seat inside or outside.

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Activity Reviews
Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Kayaking Excursion
Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Kayaking Excursion
Iceland

The lagoon we kayaked on was beautiful with floating icebergs. There are a lot of activities going on at the same time, so a little bit of a traffic jam on the water. Suited up and got plenty of instruction. Would have like to hear more details about the icebergs themselves and the environment but a fun activity indeed.

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Langjökull Glacier Snowmobiling Adventure
Langjökull Glacier Snowmobiling Adventure
Golden Circle

The snowmobiling was a good experience. It is a bit cold snowmobiling on a glacier and due to the time of year, very wet. We geared up in a our "moon suit" and helmet so we were plenty prepared

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Faxaflói Bay Whale Watching Excursion
Faxaflói Bay Whale Watching Excursion
Reykjavík

This by far was one of the highlights of our trip. Saw humpback whales and minke whales and they appeared to be following our boat. Very entertaining with slapping the water and full breaches by the whales. What an incredible experience.

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Glacier Ice Cave Experience
Glacier Ice Cave Experience
Iceland

Enjoyed our guide and the experience. He explained the history of the glacier and took us in the ice cave. Much smaller than I expected but nonetheless a great experience.

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Local specialist: Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Guðmundur Óli
Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Local specialist in Iceland | Replied on Sep 12, 2025

Thank you for the kind review Lisa
I am so happy that everything went wall and that you enjoyed your Iceland trip so much!
I do hope we'll see you in Iceland again, there's still much to discover :)

All the best
Gummi

Fantastic Experience All Around
Iceland | Aug 9 - Aug 17, 2025

Scott
Scott C.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025
Gummi built us an awesome trip that included lots of things any firs time visitor to Iceland should do, while mostly keeping us out of tourist hell. Gummi was available for questions and to give tips/advice during our 9 day stay in Iceland as well. We particularly enjoyed driving through the Highlands on the F Roads and the snorkeling in the Silfra Fissure. We're usually big self planners for trips, but being that we only decided to go away for our anniversary about 2.5 months before the trip... Read more

Gummi built us an awesome trip that included lots of things any firs time visitor to Iceland should do, while mostly keeping us out of tourist hell. Gummi was available for questions and to give tips/advice during our 9 day stay in Iceland as well. We particularly enjoyed driving through the Highlands on the F Roads and the snorkeling in the Silfra Fissure. We're usually big self planners for trips, but being that we only decided to go away for our anniversary about 2.5 months before the trip there was no time to plan it ourselves, and Gummi took all that stress away. A trip anywhere is all about balance, and I definitely think Gummi built out a quality itinerary that balanced seeing as much as possible without overbooking the days to the point that we were just running from place to place and could take our time if we found something we really wanted to see.

Hotel Reviews
Stracta Hotel Hella
Hella

Stracta Hotel Hella was more than decent. The staff were friendly and the room was comfortable, however, it was quite busy during breakfast times as it was a hub for tour buses. Despite the hectic mornings, we didn't face any major issues during our stay.

Magma Hotel
Kirkjubæjarklaustur

Our favorite hotel that we stayed at during our trip to Iceland. Very cute, small (so no tour groups stay here, which is amazing), and the views were absolutely stunning from the back door of our cabin.

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Amazing views from the cottages
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Activity Reviews
Sky Lagoon Experience - Saman
Sky Lagoon Experience - Saman
Reykjavík

I think we actually preferred the Sky Lagoon over the Blue Lagoon. It wasn't as busy and felt much more calming and serene. Sky Lagoon provided a much more intimate and relaxing experience compared to the more touristy Blue Lagoon.

Glacier Ice Cave Experience
Glacier Ice Cave Experience
Iceland

Great experience. The ride to the cave is its own adventure, especially the roller coaster. It's fun to walk on the glacier, view the cave, eat ice from the glacier. Our driver was friendly and knowledgeable.

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Silfra Snorkeling Adventure
Silfra Snorkeling Adventure
Iceland

An absolute must do! Great experience all around. It's not nearly as cold as some people make it out to be. Our guide, Shenae, was awesome and super helpful.

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10/10 - Must Do
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Víðgelmir Lava Cave Experience
Víðgelmir Lava Cave Experience
Iceland

A fun experience into the a lava tube. The guide was fun and informative with plenty of little jokes, but also a wealth of historical information about the tube. The complete darkness experience at the end was surreal.

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Local specialist: Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Guðmundur Óli
Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Local specialist in Iceland | Replied on Aug 25, 2025

Hi Scott!
Thank you so much for the kind review. After a long day of work, it's reviews like these that remind me why I do what I do. Knowing that your experience in Iceland was so great simply makes my day :)
I'm also super happy that you found some little things here and there that I wasn't even aware of myself, and I have at least one new restaurant to try, thanks to you! :D
I do hope you'll come back to Iceland someday soon. I'll start planning haha!
All the best
Gummi

Great trip and exceptional plan laid
Iceland | Aug 10 - Aug 17, 2025

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Lawrence L.
Simpsonville, SC | Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025
Great trip and exceptional plan laid out for us. When we had a cancelation we knew and received help promptly.
Many thanks to our ageb Hanna!
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Great trip and exceptional plan laid out for us. When we had a cancelation we knew and received help promptly.
Many thanks to our ageb Hanna!

Hotel Reviews
Skuggi Hotel by Keahotels
Reykjavík
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Arctic Exclusive Ranch
Kirkjubæjarklaustur

Wow what a view. Peace and quiet are the word of description. Loved staying here with my family.

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Bjarmaland Cottages
Selfoss

Wonderful little place for two and the owners are simply amazing! Will stay again if given the opportunity.

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Enchanting country home
Laugaras

Nice inside but the outside is a bit less than the comforts of the inside.

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Fell Holiday Home
Arnarstapi

Great location and nice place for a family

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Activity Reviews
Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon amphibian boat tour
Iceland

Fun place and ride. Was only 30 minutes long so was a bit short.

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Katla Ice Cave Tour
Iceland

Not much of a cave. More like an alcove. Walking on the glacier was fun though

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Fontana Geothermal Baths
Iceland
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Rye Bread tour (Geothermal bakery)
Iceland

Not really a bakery but the tour was found and the bread good

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Sea Kayaking
Iceland

Great guides and fun

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Whale Watching Tour
Iceland

Canceled. Not great. We arrived and the office was closed. Not a fan.

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Reykjavik Food Walk
Reykjavík

Great, simply great.

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Local specialist: Hanna Kravchenko
Hanna
Hanna Kravchenko
Local specialist in Ukraine / Iceland | Replied on Aug 18, 2025

Thanks for your review, Larry! Happy to hear that you had great time in Iceland. And I enjoyed planning this trip for you! Sorry for the whale-watching, maybe next time.
Warm regards from Iceland!

A Family Tour of Iceland
Iceland | Jul 28 - Aug 10, 2025

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Matty R.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025
Gummi provided us with a very detailed and appropriate itinerary for a family of four adults that wanted to drive the ring road on their first ever trip to iceland. We got to see the highlights of the golden circle and see the beauty of the East Fjords and the Northern Coast. If you are looking to go off of the beaten path, I would recommend going along the Northern Coast and to the East Fjords. We went to Blue Lagoon, Forest Lagoon and Sky Lagoon. All places are lovely and packed full of... Read more

Gummi provided us with a very detailed and appropriate itinerary for a family of four adults that wanted to drive the ring road on their first ever trip to iceland. We got to see the highlights of the golden circle and see the beauty of the East Fjords and the Northern Coast. If you are looking to go off of the beaten path, I would recommend going along the Northern Coast and to the East Fjords. We went to Blue Lagoon, Forest Lagoon and Sky Lagoon. All places are lovely and packed full of tourists. The Ring Road was a wonderful, one land drive around the entire country and through some very unique mountain passes and tunnels. Seeing the different views of the Oceans and Mountains of Iceland was incredible. Iceland has unique geology and geographic features. We most enjoyed the puffins, the ice cave and Diamond Beach.

Most valuable was Gummi’s detailed daily itinerary. It made logistics a breeze by setting out each activity, giving step by step travel instructions, and telling us how much time to allocate for each activity. He kept us on time when we needed it. Gummi was always accessible to answer questions and make changes on the fly.

And now for something completely different: He’s a Monty Python fan. Perfect for us!

With fond memories,

The Rones Family

Hotel Reviews
Fosshótel Rauðará
Reykjavík

Small rooms that don’t seem to be set up correctly

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not set up right
Fosshótel Reykholt
Reykholt

Busy chain hotel, with small rooms

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Sigló Hótel by Keahotels
Siglufjörður

Luxury hotel

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Guesthouse Stöng and Cottages
Myvatn

A beautiful farm and guest house set up! They have handmade Icelandic Sweaters

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Hotel 1001 Nott
Egilsstadir

Smaller hotel with large glass walls.

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Fosshotel Núpar
Kálfafell

Super busy hotel full of other travelers. Provides the basics and is very nice, but very impersonal.

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Hotel Vos
Hella

It is run by a local family. They are lovely and warm people.

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It’s a few minutes off the Ring Road and right by a grazing field for horses
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Center Hotels Skjaldbreið
Reykjavík

Great location, tiny rooms.

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It’s in the heart of the walking center.
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Activity Reviews
Whale Watching Experience by Traditional Boat
Whale Watching Experience by Traditional Boat
Iceland

Feels like a waste of resources. There are whales and we spotted some whales, but why are we crowding onto a motorized boat to see whales?

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Glacier Ice Cave Experience
Glacier Ice Cave Experience
Iceland

Awesome experience going into ice cave and hiking up a glacier. Our guide was fun and knowledgeable.

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Local specialist: Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Guðmundur Óli
Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Local specialist in Iceland | Replied on Aug 17, 2025

Hi Matty!
I am really happy to read that everything went well and that you enjoyed the trip!
I do hope we'll see you in Iceland again! There's still all the interior and the Westfjörds to discover :D
Gummi

Would highly recommend KimKim, especially if ...
Iceland | Aug 3 - Aug 8, 2025

Sumeet
Sumeet C.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Would highly recommend KimKim, especially if this is your first time to Iceland, and that too in a busy tourist season. You’ll have to do a lot of research to make up for the benefit of having a tour guide making trip plans for you. Hanna was amazing, very proactive and communicative, and took care of every bit of detail. You will often take longer than planned at every site, so do not jam it in. Enjoy the sights and experiences and you’ll have a lovely time!

Local specialist: Hanna Kravchenko
Hanna
Hanna Kravchenko
Local specialist in Ukraine / Iceland | Replied on Sep 07, 2025

Thank you, Sumeet, for your feedback!
I am glad you had great time with your family and sorry about the ice cave tour cancellation.
Wish you a lot of great travels in the future and all the best!
Hanna

Adam did an amazing job!
Iceland | Jul 27 - Aug 6, 2025

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Elizabeth B.
Boston, MA | Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025
Adam did an amazing job helping us plan this epic 11-day Iceland trip for our family of five! He accommodated our suggestions and requests and added in other stops and excursions that we would never have known about otherwise, but thoroughly enjoyed. The google maps each day were perfectly planned out and we hit almost every one of them! Adam was very responsive when we had questions or comments, even in the middle of our trip. There were only two very slight drawbacks. One of the five... Read more

Adam did an amazing job helping us plan this epic 11-day Iceland trip for our family of five! He accommodated our suggestions and requests and added in other stops and excursions that we would never have known about otherwise, but thoroughly enjoyed. The google maps each day were perfectly planned out and we hit almost every one of them! Adam was very responsive when we had questions or comments, even in the middle of our trip. There were only two very slight drawbacks. One of the five hotels we stayed in (for four of the 10 nights) was a very basic guesthouse with tiny rooms that had condensation on the walls/ceiling and a lot of wear and tear. Definitely not the caliber of the other hotels. Also, we were only booked for one night instead of two at our last hotel in Reykjavik, however the team was able to very quickly book us at another hotel only a block away for the second night in deluxe rooms. Overall, we had a fantastic experience using kimkim and would use them again for another trip!

Hotel Reviews
Skuggi Hotel by Keahotels
Reykjavík

Cool hotel in a great location in the city. Good breakfast buffet.

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Black and white theme with quotes in the walls was cool.
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Short walk to the harbor or the main shopping street or restaurants.
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Fosshotel Núpar
Kálfafell

Excellent hotel with beautiful views. The best breakfast buffet out of all five of our hotels. Lots of room to hang up wet clothes. Great restaurant.

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Close to all glacier activities: snowmobiling, glacier lagoon, diamond beach.
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Vatnsholt Hotel & Guesthouse
Selfoss

Basic guesthouse on a horse farm. Rooms were small and poorly ventilated (condensation on ceiling and walls). Some wear and tear on doors and locks. The common room in the main building was nice: game room, tv, free coffee/tea/hot chocolate. Good restaurant.

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Easy access to golden circle, Westman Islands, Thorsmork
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Seemed extremely understaffed
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Very small rooms with no tv, no coffee/tea, no chair/desk/tables; extremely small bathrooms with condensation all over; kids' room had broken bathroom door and cabinet
Hotel Hamar
Borgarnes

Beautiful hotel on a golf course overlooking mountains. Restaurant was excellent, especially the duck confit.

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Activity Reviews
Icelandic Lava Show
Iceland

Excellent show! Our family of five was educated and very entertained.

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Snowmobiling on Vatnajokull Glacier
Iceland

Very cool activity! The ride up and back in the van was part of the adventure. Our trip was slightly limited because heavy rain had degraded some of the route so we had to stay in one area, but you can't control the weather!

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Thorsmork Super Jeep Tour
Iceland

This activity was highly rated by every member of our family! The super jeep took us over rough terrain and through rivers, beyond the tourist areas into places we would not otherwise have gone. Jon, our guide, told personal stories, taught us about the history of Iceland, and got to know everyone in our group and really made the experience very fun and memorable. Everyone's favorite part was when we hiked back through a canyon/gorge to a secret waterfall. We had to walk through the water and climb a little with the help of chains, which added to the adventure of it all.

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The stories told by our guide really added to the experience. The variety of activities and level of activity were perfect. You really felt like you were experiencing something special because it was off the beaten path.
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Jon was the best!
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Silfra Snorkeling
Iceland

This was a very cool experience to snorkel in a fissure between the tectonic plates. The guides were all great and they gave us hot chocolate and cookies afterwards.

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Blue Lagoon
Iceland

Very cool experience to do as soon as we got off the plane! Beautiful warm blue water in the middle of black lava fields. Bracelet system was great for the locker, food, drinks, etc.

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Local specialist: Adam Warszawski
Adam
Adam Warszawski
Local specialist in Poland / Iceland | Replied on Aug 16, 2025

Thank you for the positive review Eli, and I’m so glad that you had a fantastic time in Iceland! We apologize for the small inconveniences. I agree that Vatnsholt Hotel is a bit simpler, but unfortunately, when looking for accommodation for several nights in a row in one location during peak season, our options were very limited.

I hope you will return to Iceland again someday!
Safe travels,
Adam

Saved us time and guesswork - a great trip for our adult family of five
Iceland | Aug 3 - Aug 10, 2025

Jim
Jim C.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025
Noga saved us a lot of time with bookings during peak season when we were a bit late to get started. She also provided some great recommendations that we leveraged while in Iceland. For example, the Glymur waterfall hike and Hvammsvik Hot Springs both made for a great Day 6. Read more

Noga saved us a lot of time with bookings during peak season when we were a bit late to get started. She also provided some great recommendations that we leveraged while in Iceland. For example, the Glymur waterfall hike and Hvammsvik Hot Springs both made for a great Day 6.

Hotel Review
Hótel Grímsborgir by Keahotels
Ásborgir

Good breakfast. Rooms are laid out across the property in a nice way.

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Local specialist: Noga Heyman
Noga
Noga Heyman
Local specialist in Kimkim HQ | Replied on Aug 13, 2025

Thank you so much, Jim! I loved working with your family and am so glad you had a wonderful trip. Glymur is one of my favorite hikes in Iceland and I'm happy you were able to experience it! I hope you'll keep us in mind for future travel 😊

Zindel Iceland
Iceland | Aug 2 - Aug 7, 2025

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Dave Z.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025
We have used kimkim on three trips, and our experience on this trip with Guomundur (Gummi) was our best yet.
Knowledgeable, responsive and helpful - give this man a raise!
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We have used kimkim on three trips, and our experience on this trip with Guomundur (Gummi) was our best yet.
Knowledgeable, responsive and helpful - give this man a raise!

Hotel Reviews
Skalatjorn
Selfoss
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Old Charm Reykjavík Apartments
Reykjavík
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Activity Reviews
Thórsmörk Super Jeep Experience
Thórsmörk Super Jeep Experience
Iceland
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Food
Lunch was promised by kimkim, tour operator knew nothing about it and did not provide. We bought some meager snacks and kimkim reimbursed us.
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Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Kayaking Excursion
Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Kayaking Excursion
Iceland
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
The back support straps in the kayak were not secured. Very uncomfortable kayaking - should have been inspected by guide.
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Glacier Ice Cave Experience
Glacier Ice Cave Experience
Iceland

Guide was great, but the actual size of the remaining interior was disappointing and unlike the advertised photos.

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Local specialist: Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Guðmundur Óli
Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Local specialist in Iceland | Replied on Aug 13, 2025

Can you send this to my boss? Hahah! Thank you Dave! Wow, I am flattered, but most of all, I am happy that your trip was such a success!
Shall we start planning your return? :D

The itinerary was comprehensive and the hotel...
Iceland | Aug 2 - Aug 11, 2025

david
david s.
Memphis, TN | Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025
The itinerary was comprehensive and the hotels that were selected were all first rate --Jenny was always helpful with any questions or requests . This made the trip smooth and fun. Read more

The itinerary was comprehensive and the hotels that were selected were all first rate --Jenny was always helpful with any questions or requests . This made the trip smooth and fun.

Activity Reviews
Vatnshellir lava cave tour
Vatnshellir lava cave tour
Iceland

Fun --cool experience

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Seaside Horseback Ride
Seaside Horseback Ride
Iceland

Beautiful scenery -- extremely pleasant guide and overall great experience

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Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon zodiac boat tour
Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon zodiac boat tour
Iceland

Just an amazing trip and spectacular scenery with and excellent guide/boat captain

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Solheimajokull Glacier Hike
Solheimajokull Glacier Hike
Iceland

Great fun and great guide although I was surprised at how many people were signed up for the same experience - I thought it would be more private with smaller groups.

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Local specialist: Jenny Booth
Jenny
Jenny Booth
Local specialist in Sweden | Replied on Sep 01, 2025

David,
I'm happy to hear you had a great trip and thank you for the five stars!

Thank you Gummi!
Iceland | Jul 31 - Aug 5, 2025

jacquelyn
jacquelyn P.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025
The trip was amazing. Gummi was super helpful with our itinerary and notes for each day. We went to his suggested restaurants-all were spot on -our favorite was the first dinner at Nardeyastofa in Stykkishólmur. The drive from Stykkisholmur around the Snaefellsnes Peninsula was spectacular!! The glacier ice cave tour with Southcoast Adventure was terrifying and beautiful and a highlight of our trip. The glacier lagoon, the puffins at Dyrhólaey the waterfalls… we never would have been able to... Read more

The trip was amazing. Gummi was super helpful with our itinerary and notes for each day. We went to his suggested restaurants-all were spot on -our favorite was the first dinner at Nardeyastofa in Stykkishólmur. The drive from Stykkisholmur around the Snaefellsnes Peninsula was spectacular!! The glacier ice cave tour with Southcoast Adventure was terrifying and beautiful and a highlight of our trip. The glacier lagoon, the puffins at Dyrhólaey the waterfalls… we never would have been able to see everything without Gummi as our guide!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Vellir
Hafnarfjörður

Very helpful and nice staff -we loved our room. Pavel was especially helpful when we had an issue and changed our room .

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Very easy location for both airports and for visiting Reykjavík
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Hörgsland guesthouse and cottages
Kirkjubaejarklaustur

Sweet cottage with kitchen

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Bathroom was a bit small and needs a little glow up
Hótel Kvika
Sveitarfélagid Ölfus

Staff was generous and helpful

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Room was very small for the four of us but we made it work
Hótel Varmaland
Borgarnes

Great staff - Very helpful and accommodating-super breakfast buffet

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful location
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Good for exploring the west Snæfellsnes Peninsula
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Stracta Apartments Orustustaðir
Kirkjubæjarklaustur

Love this off the road apartment-very clean and cozy -happy to see the coffee machine there wished we stayed longer.

Location
Good for exploring the ice lagoon and glacier
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Activity Reviews
Explore Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon by Zodiac Boat
Explore Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon by Zodiac Boat
Iceland

Our ride was cancelled due to high winds sorry we couldn’t have a ride but we enjoyed the lagoon anyway , had a langostine roll for lunch and got a refund -would love to try it another time

Lava Tunnel Activity
Lava Tunnel Activity
Iceland
Glacier Ice Cave Experience
Glacier Ice Cave Experience
Iceland

We had a great time with our guide-this is not to be missed!! Absolutely breathtaking

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Loves the stories -the bumpy ride and the Icelandic dance at the end
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Local specialist: Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Guðmundur Óli
Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Local specialist in Iceland | Replied on Aug 13, 2025

Thank you so much for the kind review Jacquelyn
I am so happy to read that the trip was such a success :)
I do hope we'll see you in Iceland again

A once in a lifetime trip!
Iceland | Aug 2 - Aug 10, 2025

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Patricia A.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

A once in a lifetime trip! Emanuela helped us plan an amazing vacation that fit everything we asked for into an active 8 day adventure.

She was in touch along the way to make sure all was running smoothly. We deeply appreciate her and would recommend her and Kim Kim to anyone looking to plan an unforgettable experience.

Our only issue was that some of the driving maps took us to the incorrect spots (off by a couple of km). But it was easily fixed.

Local specialist: Emanuela Grieco
Emanuela
Emanuela Grieco
Local specialist in Iceland | Replied on Sep 09, 2025

Dear Patricia,
I am so happy to ehar that you and your family had a wonderful time in Iceland, full of life memories and precious moments together. Thank you so much for your beautiful review and I hope to have you back again one day, here or in Greenland, wo knows....

Greetings from Iceland!
Emanuela

Everything was sorted out for us it was easy and a great week.
Iceland | Aug 3 - Aug 10, 2025

Ben
Ben B.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025
Everything was sorted out for us it was easy with no issues. The activities booked were excellent. The sea kayak was good. The daily schedule was fantastic and the maps provided made it all very easy. One map on the first day led us to somebody’s house not the volcano so that was the only minor issue we had all week. The best part of the week was the glacier trek, that was outstanding well worth doing if you are able.
All things considered it was an outstanding adventure.
Thanks for a...
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Everything was sorted out for us it was easy with no issues. The activities booked were excellent. The sea kayak was good. The daily schedule was fantastic and the maps provided made it all very easy. One map on the first day led us to somebody’s house not the volcano so that was the only minor issue we had all week. The best part of the week was the glacier trek, that was outstanding well worth doing if you are able.
All things considered it was an outstanding adventure.
Thanks for a fantastic experience and outstanding service.

Hotel Review
Lucy's Apartment
Borgarnes

Perfect place to visit this area of Iceland

Authenticity & Character
Location
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
FlyOver Iceland
Reykjavík

A lot of fun really good

Quality of Experience
Lava Tunnel Tour
Iceland

A great experience just do it.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Skaftafell Glacier Hike
Iceland

Just do it if you are able to do so. It was fantastic

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide Kevin was excellent
Transport
The bus ride up is good
The Secret Lagoon
Iceland

It was nice quite busy but it was the middle of the summer holidays. Interesting experience

Quality of Experience
Sea Kayaking
Iceland

Excellent guide easy going adventure just do it.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Adam Warszawski
Adam
Adam Warszawski
Local specialist in Poland / Iceland | Replied on Aug 11, 2025

Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed the trip, and appreciate your note about the map. Thanks for your cooperation!

Safe travels!
Adam

The best trip!
Iceland | Jul 30 - Aug 8, 2025

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Stacey S.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Aug 09, 2025

Othman went above and beyond to make our trip memorable. This was a trip of a lifetime. We 100% will use kimkim again and recommend Othman to other who travel to Iceland in the future.

Local specialist: Othman A
Othman
Othman A
Local specialist in Montreal / Iceland | Replied on Aug 09, 2025

Thank you so much Stacey for your kind words! It was a real pleasure helping plan your trip of a lifetime. I’m glad you enjoyed it and look forward to helping you again whenever Iceland calls!
Othman

Ungorgettable Trip to Iceland
Iceland | Jul 14 - Jul 21, 2025

Tara
Tara Z.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Aug 08, 2025

Gummi helped plan us the most incredible trip to Iceland! Somehow, each day things got a bit more extraordinary! Each accommodation, each restaurant, each tour...was perfectly curated for what we told Gummi was important to us. I keep telling friends who ask that our itinerary was quite literally perfect. Wouldn't have changed a single thing. We are so grateful to KimKim and to Gummi for helping us make those memories.

Local specialist: Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Guðmundur Óli
Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Local specialist in Iceland | Replied on Sep 01, 2025

Thank you for the super kind words Tara. It really made my morning reading this and knowing that you had such a great time in Iceland!
I do hope we see you back here again :)

Our trip to Iceland was fantastic! We let Eri...
Iceland | Jul 22 - Jul 29, 2025

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SUE S.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Aug 02, 2025
Our trip to Iceland was fantastic! We let Eric know what our goals were, and he put together a well-thought-out and well-arranged plan.
1) The day we landed in Keflavik we had a day to reorient due to the 5 hour time change. Driving was not too different from the US so that part was fairly easy.
2) The idea of doing snorkeling and hiking excursions the first 4 days of our trip was a great idea as we had the most energy to do these adventures at the beginning of the trip.
3) The food...
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Our trip to Iceland was fantastic! We let Eric know what our goals were, and he put together a well-thought-out and well-arranged plan.
1) The day we landed in Keflavik we had a day to reorient due to the 5 hour time change. Driving was not too different from the US so that part was fairly easy.
2) The idea of doing snorkeling and hiking excursions the first 4 days of our trip was a great idea as we had the most energy to do these adventures at the beginning of the trip.
3) The food and drink recommendations were also great! The food in Iceland was superb!
4) The climbs the participants needed to perform on the Solheimajokull glacier hike turned out to be too much physically for me as I have asthma. I was able to get on the glacier yet not able to complete the climb which was disappointing. My daughter and others in the group completed successfully. I was able to complete all our other adventures.
5) We had specific excursions that Eric arranged and tickets purchased. He also included self guided things to look at and do which we did most of. This was very helpful to have these additional things to do that were discretionary.
6) My favorite and the reason I chose Iceland was to snorkel between the tectonic plates in the Silfra fissure. This was amazing! My daughter's favorites were the snorkeling and the Solheimajokull glacier hike.
7) When we arrived in Reykjavik for our last 3 nights, we didn't account for time to go to any museums. It would have been helpful to have an estimated time to allow for the self guided things to do.
8) I would not recommend the Fosshotel Nupar. It had mold in corners on the outside door and the bathroom. The Greenhouse Hotel in Hveragerdi and the Exeter in Reykjavik were wonderful.
9) We were well prepared for the weather with the suggestions we received for clothing needed for our trip.
10) We were charged for car rental which was not expected as it is not listed in the Excludes section of the itinerary. Is this correct?
10) We cannot say enough how impressed we are with the arrangements Eric made for us. There were no surprises...other than the car rental charge.

Activity Reviews
Sky Lagoon
Sky Lagoon
Iceland

I liked the Sky Lagoon for the additional features of the salt rub and showers.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
we drove
Hvammsvik Hot Springs (& Nature Reserve)
Hvammsvik Hot Springs (& Nature Reserve)
Iceland

The hot springs and the cold plunge need to be experienced!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
there were really no guides
Transport
we drove
Katla Ice Cave Superjeep tour
Katla Ice Cave Superjeep tour
Iceland

This was also amazing to learn about how the caves are formed and that they don't last long in their present form.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Agnes was our guide. She was very knowledgeable in how the caves are formed and explained how fast they change. I also enjoyed her talk on the way out about nature in Iceland; how from a lava flow slowly grow into green again. It was inspiring.
Transport
Very cool in the transport vehicle and how they have to deflate/inflate the tires.
Solheimajokull Glacier Walk
Solheimajokull Glacier Walk
Iceland

It was amazing to actually be on a glacier.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The guide from Belgium was exceptional. He was very knowledgeable about the geology of the glacier and in general Iceland.
Transport
we drove
Rye Bread tour (Geothermal bakery)
Iceland

The bread was so delicious! I wish they would share the recipe!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The gal who was our guide told stories about the thermal ovens in the ground and about the visit from Zac Efron.
Transport
we drove so no transport
Silfra Snorkeling
Silfra Snorkeling
Iceland

Jenny was a great guide and took wonderful pictures!

Quality of Experience
just the though of swimming between tectonic plates is amazing.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We drove so there was no transport.
Local specialist: Èric D
Èric
Èric D
Local specialist in France / Iceland | Replied on Aug 27, 2025
Hi Sue! Thank you so much for your detailed feedback! I’m thrilled that you and Nikki enjoyed the snorkeling in Silfra, the glacier hike, and the mix of guided and self-guided activities - it’s wonderful to hear that the itinerary allowed everyone to have memorable experiences at their own pace. I appreciate your comments about Fosshotel Núpar and the other accommodations; your notes about cleanliness and comfort are important, and I’ll make sure to keep these in mind for future... Read more

Hi Sue!

Thank you so much for your detailed feedback! I’m thrilled that you and Nikki enjoyed the snorkeling in Silfra, the glacier hike, and the mix of guided and self-guided activities - it’s wonderful to hear that the itinerary allowed everyone to have memorable experiences at their own pace.

I appreciate your comments about Fosshotel Núpar and the other accommodations; your notes about cleanliness and comfort are important, and I’ll make sure to keep these in mind for future recommendations. I also understand your point about timing for self-guided activities in Reykjavik- it’s a great reminder to provide estimated durations so travelers can better plan their days.

Regarding the car rental charge, I’m glad we clarified that it was due to the extra insurance you purchased, not an oversight on our part. It’s always good to double-check these options, and I’m happy it was resolved quickly.

It’s fantastic to hear that overall, the planning and arrangements made the trip smooth, stress-free, and memorable for you and your daughter. Your feedback helps me improve even further, and I’m so glad Iceland delivered such incredible experiences!

All the best,
Èric

Gummi was exceptional to work with! This was ...
Iceland | Jul 18 - Jul 27, 2025

Jenna
Jenna F.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025
Gummi was exceptional to work with! This was the first time we planned a trip like this and Gummi really hit everything we wanted to do and his detailed itineraries and instructions were amazing. He was incredibly responsive when questions or concerns came up and made the entire experience fun! Would 100% recommend him to plan your trip to Iceland for you. We had the trip of a lifetime and hope to go back in the future. Read more

Gummi was exceptional to work with! This was the first time we planned a trip like this and Gummi really hit everything we wanted to do and his detailed itineraries and instructions were amazing. He was incredibly responsive when questions or concerns came up and made the entire experience fun! Would 100% recommend him to plan your trip to Iceland for you. We had the trip of a lifetime and hope to go back in the future.

Hotel Reviews
Alva / 22 Hill Hotel
Reykjavík

Room was comfortable and clean. This was the only place we stayed that didn’t have reserved parking for guests, so we were a bit nervous about the public street parking overnight especially because this location is downtown, but we didn’t have any issues and it was fine.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Didn’t interact with staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Fosshótel Vatnajökull
Höfn

Really nice room, we wish we could have stayed here longer! Our dinner in the restaurant was exceptional as well, staff extremely accommodating.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hótel Kría
Vík

Great location, right near everything and super modern and clean.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Skálatjörn
Selfoss

Cute and comfy. We ended up arriving quite late in the evening and the host was still available to greet us and give us our key to check in which was great.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Fosshotel Stykkishólmur
Stykkishólmur
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Hotel
Reykjavík

This hotel was very comfortable and located a bit outside of downtown which actually was perfect.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Inside the Volcano (Meet On Location)
Inside the Volcano (Meet On Location)
Iceland

This experience was incredible, a once in a lifetime excursion. You have a 2 mile hike there and back over lava fields and it’s like you’re on another planet. The guides were knowledgeable and you got ample time inside the volcano to explore. Would 1000% recommend.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Grima and Katherine were great!
Transport
Icelandic Food Walk
Icelandic Food Walk
Reykjavík

We really liked this experience because we got to try the traditional Icelandic foods without having to get them as your entree for dinner if you’re not that adventurous. Our guide Agla was really knowledgeable and pointed out historical buildings and facts along the way.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Glacier Ice Cave Experience
Glacier Ice Cave Experience
Iceland

This was incredible!!! The entire thing from the drive to the glacier, the hike up the glacier and exploring the ice cave was an experience. We loved this excursion so much.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Mark was fantastic! He was funny, knowledgeable and made this experience awesome.
Transport
Whale Watching Ólafsvík
Whale Watching Ólafsvík
Snæfellsnes Peninsula

We loved this experience! We got to see puffins, whales and dolphins. It was so peaceful and the crew was great.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Guðmundur Óli
Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Local specialist in Iceland | Replied on Jul 30, 2025

Thank you for the kind words Jenna, what a great read with the morning coffee :)
I makes my day knowing you had such a lovely trip!
Let's start planning your return haha!
Take care my friends, and I do hope to see you back soon :)
Gummi

What a fantastic adventure in Iceland! My Tou...
Iceland | Jul 13 - Jul 20, 2025

Jake
Jake A.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025
What a fantastic adventure in Iceland! My Tour planner, Gummi, was so incredibly helpful with planning out my schedule so I could see as much as Iceland as possible in the time I had available. He even told me exactly how long I should spend at each landmark if I wanted to get to my scheduled activity later in the day. It was a very “active“ vacation, but I couldn’t recommend enough. Thanks so much, Kimkim and Gummi! Read more

What a fantastic adventure in Iceland! My Tour planner, Gummi, was so incredibly helpful with planning out my schedule so I could see as much as Iceland as possible in the time I had available. He even told me exactly how long I should spend at each landmark if I wanted to get to my scheduled activity later in the day. It was a very “active“ vacation, but I couldn’t recommend enough. Thanks so much, Kimkim and Gummi!

Hotel Review
Hótel Lækur
Hella

Super quaint hotel out in the middle of a field, but still lovely accommodations!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Guðmundur Óli
Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Local specialist in Iceland | Replied on Jul 27, 2025

Thanks for the kind words Jake
It makes my day knowing you were happy with the trip and that all went well.
I agree, it was quite active, there's so much to do and see here. Shall we start planning your return? haha!
Keep up the great work with the music and the podcast!
All the best
Gummi

Gummi was a great help in planning our trip. He was very nice and responsive and a true pleasure to work with!
Iceland | Jul 12 - Jul 22, 2025

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Fred M.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025
We had an amazing trip to Iceland due to all of the planning from Gummi. He was GREAT to work with! The hotels were fantastic, and his driving routes were very easy to follow. We would highly recommend Gummi to anyone! Read more

We had an amazing trip to Iceland due to all of the planning from Gummi. He was GREAT to work with! The hotels were fantastic, and his driving routes were very easy to follow. We would highly recommend Gummi to anyone!

Hotel Reviews
Center Hotel Arnarhvoll
Reykjavík
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hótel Húsafell
Húsafell, Borgarbyggð
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Búdir
Búðir
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hótel Varmaland
Borgarnes
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Sigló Hótel by Keahotels
Siglufjörður
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hótel Laxá
Myvatn
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hótel Jökulsárlón - Glacier Lagoon Hotel
Hofn
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Magma Hotel
Kirkjubæjarklaustur
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hótel Grímsborgir by Keahotels
Ásborgir
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Holt—The Art Hotel
Reykjavík
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Explore Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon by Zodiac Boat
Explore Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon by Zodiac Boat
Iceland
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Guðmundur Óli
Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Local specialist in Iceland | Replied on Jul 24, 2025

I'm so happy to hear you trip turned out great, and it was a pleasure getting to meet you guys and chat for a few moments!
I do hope to see you in Iceland again :)

All the best
Gummi

Perfectly planned once in a lifetime trip to ICELAND. (except now we want to come back!)
Iceland | Jul 14 - Jul 22, 2025

Karen
Karen G.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025
Rinolda was AMAZING! I took my 17 y/o niece on a 9 day adventure through Iceland. I shared my goals with Rinolda- I wanted to see as much as we could without overwhelming a teenager with too rigourous a schedule. She nailed it. And on extremely short notice! Everything was so well organized. I especially appreciated the drive plan she provided for each day. We knew exactly where were were going, how long each stretch was and she even had suggestions for stops along the way with interesting... Read more

Rinolda was AMAZING! I took my 17 y/o niece on a 9 day adventure through Iceland. I shared my goals with Rinolda- I wanted to see as much as we could without overwhelming a teenager with too rigourous a schedule. She nailed it. And on extremely short notice! Everything was so well organized. I especially appreciated the drive plan she provided for each day. We knew exactly where were were going, how long each stretch was and she even had suggestions for stops along the way with interesting things to see and places to stop for snacks and meals. I can not say enough about how wonderful it was to have such a well planned and organized trip.

Each day felt like a new adventure and we LOVED taking in all the beautiful scenery! Highlights for us were the Arnarstapi-Hellnar Coastal Walk- the views were breathtaking! Truly spectacular. And the small hidden gem resturant at the end of the trail tucked in the hillside over a secluded beach topped off an already awe inspiring day. The fish soup was *chefs kiss*.

The Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon zodiac boat tour was spectacular. This blew my mind. Gorgeous, informative, the company had incredible guides and the views, including seeing the seals and being up close and immersed in the beauty of the Lagoon is definitely an experience that should not be missed.

I honestly can not say enough about the quality of the trip, the details, the planning and all of the suggestions. So happy we found KimKim and especially, Rinolda.

Hotel Reviews
Eyja Guldsmeden Hotel
Reykjavik

Cute and comfortable with a very friendly staff. Its a little on the outskirts of the City, but aside from that, accommodation was great.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stracta Apartments Orustustaðir
Kirkjubæjarklaustur

The apartments are well appointed and laid out. It is REMOTE. We were a little skeptical on day one as it was really raining and the hotel requires a 4 mile drive on a gravel road that seems to weave through a construction site. We were worried that we would get stuck and felt we were driving into the abyss. However, we did make it and the road help up surprisingly well even with a hard rain. Once inside, the rooms were lovely and the groceries/snacks were much appreciated. And the nespresso machine!!! Thank GOODNESS for that!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Cleanliness & Comfort
Blue Hotel Fagrilundur
Bláskógabyggd

Great spot, conveniently located to sights and resturants and great wine bar walkable after a long day of hikes and sightseeing. Clean and comfortable, good amenities (hot tub!) community room for breakfast and gathering was also great!

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Langaholt
Stadarstadur

Great location, friendly staff and wonderful breakfast buffet. Overall, I think this is a great stop with access to great sights and hikes. The hotel has a new section and an old section. The old section, is just that, and rooms are comforatable, but dated. The new section looked to be a different experience. Worth inquiring which room type or section you will be in when booking.

Authenticity & Character
Location
minutes away from Black church and other sites. Very east to get to and from. And amazing views of the coast line and mountains.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The difference between new and old here is a real thing- but it was clean. The bathroom was a little challenge- the shower floods the whole bathroom, so having more than one person in a room requires a little bit of planning for bathroom time.
Activity Reviews
Sky Lagoon
Iceland

REally loved this place. the 7 step ritual really sets it apart from other experiences. I also love that they have areas that restrict cell phones. That is really nice for those that are truly trying to embrace the experience and unwind.

Quality of Experience
Lava Tunnel Tour
Iceland
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon zodiac boat tour
Iceland

This was a highlight of the trip. Awe inspiring views, knowledgeable guides and perfect amount of time. It was helpful they provided coveralls to wear over your own clothes for warmth and waterproofing. The scenery was unbelievable. So hard to describe the hues of the glacier against the backdrop of the mountains. We even saw some calving - which was incredible. The sound, the crashing of the ice it felt like you could feel it in your soul. Really special experience.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Hvammsvik Hot Springs
Iceland
Quality of Experience
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Rinolda J
Rinolda
Rinolda J
Local specialist in Iceland | Replied on Aug 06, 2025
Thank you so much for sharing such a thoughtful and detailed review! It was a real pleasure helping you plan this trip for you and your niece, especially on short notice. I’m so glad to hear that the pacing worked well and that you were able to see so much of Iceland without feeling rushed. It’s wonderful to hear your highlights—the Arnarstapi‑Hellnar Coastal Walk with that hidden gem restaurant, and the Jokulsarlon zodiac tour are two of my personal favorites as well. I’m thrilled you got... Read more

Thank you so much for sharing such a thoughtful and detailed review! It was a real pleasure helping you plan this trip for you and your niece, especially on short notice. I’m so glad to hear that the pacing worked well and that you were able to see so much of Iceland without feeling rushed.

It’s wonderful to hear your highlights—the Arnarstapi‑Hellnar Coastal Walk with that hidden gem restaurant, and the Jokulsarlon zodiac tour are two of my personal favorites as well. I’m thrilled you got to experience them in such perfect conditions.

Your hotel feedback is extremely valuable too—details like differences between room types or things to know about more remote locations help future travelers make the best choices.

Thank you again for trusting me (and Kimkim) with your Iceland adventure. I hope the memories you made here stay with both of you for a long time—and maybe even inspire a future trip back!

Warm regards from Iceland,
Rinolda

Fantastic tailored holiday in Iceland
Iceland | Jul 12 - Jul 17, 2025

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Michal S.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025
I travelled to Iceland with my 18-year old son and we both had an amazing trip. The service from Hanna was exceptional. Every aspect of our trip was well planned, catered to our requirements and needs and followed a detailed discussion. Hanna suggested a couple of experiences we haven’t heard about before. And, she remained responsive even after everything was agreed and paid for and stayed in touch while we were in Iceland.
Definitely a Mum and Son trip to remember.
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I travelled to Iceland with my 18-year old son and we both had an amazing trip. The service from Hanna was exceptional. Every aspect of our trip was well planned, catered to our requirements and needs and followed a detailed discussion. Hanna suggested a couple of experiences we haven’t heard about before. And, she remained responsive even after everything was agreed and paid for and stayed in touch while we were in Iceland.
Definitely a Mum and Son trip to remember.

Hotel Review
Magma Hotel
Kirkjubæjarklaustur

An absolute must place to stay. Fabulous setting, amazing food. Just fantastic.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Hanna Kravchenko
Hanna
Hanna Kravchenko
Local specialist in Ukraine / Iceland | Replied on Jul 22, 2025

Thank you for the fantastic review, Michal!
I am so glad that you had a great Mum and Son trip!
I wish you a lot of unforgettable future trips together.
Hanna

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