Guðmundur Óli Pálmason

I didn't know what to what to expect when I first reached out to KimKim to help plan our Anniversary Trip to Iceland. Within a short while of completing the online questionnaire I was contacted by a local special specialist, Guðmundur (Gummi) Óli, in Iceland. Gummi asked me a series of questions regarding what we were hoping to see while in Iceland. He also allowed me time to ask questions about other sites to see and availability based on the time of year we are visiting. Within a day, I received a draft itinerary and initial pricing, all of which seemed reasonable. I then reached out to Gummi for clarification of exactly what was included, and if we could change some of the proposed items. I don’t know how much time I was saved by the work of Gummi but I guarantee that I would not have been able to put together such a comprehensive itinerary.
Upon arriving in Iceland, everything was as planned. I was also provided detailed digital maps showing my drives for every day from one site to another. I don’t think I would’ve been able to enjoy the trip as much if I had planned it personally and I’m pretty sure I would not have been able to see all of the sites that we were able to see.
We will definitely be using kimkim again for our next travels

Hotel Reviews

CenterHotel Klopp

Reykjavík

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One block away from shopping and dining in center city

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The Hill Hotel Fludir

Fludir

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Hótel Kría

Vík

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Center Hotels Skjaldbreið

Reykjavík

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Fosshótel Reykholt

Reykholt

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Activity Reviews

Breiðamerkurjökull Ice Cave Experience

Iceland

The ice cave experience at Breiðamerkurjökull was really good. It was one of the standout activities on our trip. We wanted to see and do something unique, and this activity certainly delivered. It aligned perfectly with the top activities we wanted to do in Iceland. I'm glad we got this done and it was well worth it.

Víðgelmir Lava Cave Experience

Iceland

The Víðgelmir Lava Cave experience was good and something different from the other activities we had planned. It's an interesting way to explore the unique geological features of Iceland. We enjoyed it.

Silfra Snorkeling Adventure

Golden Circle

The Silfra Snorkeling Adventure was fantastic. The guide was great, and it's amazing to think that you're snorkeling between two tectonic plates. Although it's understandable that you don't see much marine life, the rocks and underwater views were still captivating. It's a unique experience that you can't get anywhere else.

Sky Lagoon Experience - Sér

Reykjavík

The Sky Lagoon Experience was awesome. We had to reschedule the time, and it was done quickly and smoothly thanks to excellent support from Gummy. The experience itself was rejuvenating and a perfect way to unwind towards the end of our trip.

We had a great time. Guomundur Òli was great. He helped us navigate some pretty crazy weather and kept the trip fun. His suggestions were great and helpful.

We had an incredible experience with our tour operator, Guðmundur Óli Pálmason, who curated a fast-paced, see-it-all Iceland adventure. Our itinerary covered the classic must-see sights along the South Coast as well as the stunning Snæfellsnes Peninsula in the west, a beautiful region that feels more off the beaten path and absolutely worth exploring.

The trip combined scenic self-drives, unforgettable natural attractions, and unique activities, with plenty of opportunities to soak in Iceland’s geothermal pools. Every day was thoughtfully planned to maximize experiences to see as much as we could in a week. Guðmundur’s deep local knowledge, organization, and personal attention made the journey seamless and memorable. We highly recommend him and will definitely use him again when planning our next trip to Iceland.

Our travel co ordinator, Guðmundur Óli provided us with an itinerary which enabled us to experience the beauty and character of Iceland. Each day provided a different facet of Iceland's natural beauty & contrast. Additionally, all of the details which are critical for a stress free experience were taken care of. Guðmundur Óli provided an excellent level of service.

We had an incredible experience working with Guðmundur for our family trip to Iceland! Every detail was thoughtfully planned — from daily itineraries to local recommendations — making the trip completely stress-free. He was extremely organized and always quick to respond to questions or last-minute changes. Thanks to his expertise, our trip was seamless and unforgettable!

Gummi set up a terrific itinerary. He was great - always available, incredibly responsive and always helpful. He went above and beyond to make the trip memorable.

Hotel Reviews

Magma Hotel

Kirkjubæjarklaustur

Fantastic hotel - private cabin, nice location. The restaurant was excellent.

Authenticity & Character

Beautiful cabins with nice amenities

Location

Cabin was on a lake with lovely views

Staff

Friendly and helpful

Cleanliness & Comfort

Cabin was beautifully appointed

Landhotel

Hella

Great hotel, beautiful rooms

Authenticity & Character

Very Scandinavian

Location

Quiet setting

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Staff was terrific - responsive and friendly

Cleanliness & Comfort

Beautiful rooms

Activity Review

Glacier Ice Cave Experience

Iceland

This is a great experience, however the climb to the cave can be strenuous and difficult according to conditions. If you have any difficulty with balance or heights you might skip this outing. Guides are great

Quality of Experience

Terrific guides who work with you

Guides, Drivers and Staff

They are more than willing to help those who need help

Transport

The super jeep was bit worn and the quality of the ride is very much based on the weather and conditions

We had a fantastic time exploring Iceland! Starting off at the Blue Lagoon was a great idea, from there we explored Reykjavik (parking and restrooms were a bit of a challenge), the city is a fun mix of new and old with great street art.
I felt like I was driving in a video game as we traveled from one beautiful site to another. My favorite waterfall is a toss up between the Gullfoss and Seljalandsfoss (these were very crowded with bus tours).
The Katla Ice Cave adventure was a blast! We had the best tour guide, Alex, he was full of information and entertaining for all.
We also took a boat tour of the JÖKULSÁRLÓN GLACIER LAGOON, we had never seen anything like this, it was spectacular! We arrived at high tide for the diamond beach but it was still very beautiful.
In Húsavík we all went for a whale watching trip, we saw a humpback whale, this was also very fun.
We had great meals throughout the week we all tried some new things and really enjoyed the hospitality of all of the restaurants we visited.
The hotels were also great, my favorite was the Hrafnavellir Guest House. The owner and host was wonderful, she served the best breakfast as she is also the chef. The single unit cabins are beautiful and offer great views of the mountains and sheep, just wonderful!
We hope to return and explore again, we would like to see some things that are not so “touristy” and less crowded. Thank you Gudmundur Oli for guiding us on our adventure.

Hotel Reviews

CenterHotel Klopp

Reykjavík

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Hotel Gullfoss

Tungufell

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Hotel Katla by Keahotels

Vík

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Hrafnavellir Guest House

Hornafjörður (Hofn)

Private, clean, comfortable, beautiful property with an amazing hostess/owner. My favorite accommodations, also had the best breakfast!

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Hotel Hallormsstadur

Egilsstadir

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Húsavík Cape Hotel

Húsavík

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Cleanliness & Comfort

While the rooms were clean, the towels were small and worn, the shower water was difficult to control, switching from hot to cold randomly. I would stay here again though as the central town location made up for any small inconvenience.

Hotel Bifrost

Borgarnes

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Activity Reviews

Glacier Ice Cave Experience

Iceland

We had the best tour guide, Alex, he truly made this a once in a life time experience! Alex was knowledgeable, courteous and entertaining to all of the people on the small group tour.

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Ford van was a little tired, but cool…

Whale Watching Experience by Traditional Boat

Iceland

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