Personalized trips to Iceland
for independent travelers

Gummi was an absolute gem in crafting an unforgettable journey for us. He meticulously planned private tours during our cruise to four cities in Iceland, ensuring that we found an option that perfectly fit our budget. Gummi’s responsiveness during the planning process was truly remarkable; I’m not sure he even sleeps!

Gummi went above and beyond by personally driving up to be our guide in Isafjordur when the local guide was unable to be our guide. Gummi’s dedication and attention to detail were truly exceptional. And Gummi’s knowledge of the area is unparalleled.

All our guides were native Icelanders who shared their rich history and fascinating stories about the country.

In Seyfjordur, Snorri took us to a waterfall, a basalt canyon, enjoyed a delicious pizza lunch, and even had the chance to see reindeer. Snorri’s stories about trolls, Christmas lads, and more added an extra layer of enchantment to our experience.

In Akureyri, Marta was incredibly accommodating and informative. One of the highlights for my daughter was getting a photo with the iconic heart-shaped stoplights. Marta went out of her way to ensure that my mother-in-law, who had limited mobility, felt comfortable and pampered throughout the tour. We marveled at the incredible natural wonders, including waterfalls, geysers, craters, and even Game of Thrones type lava formations. Marta took us to a delightful restaurant that served geothermal-cooked baked potatoes and geothermal-baked bread, making our dining experience truly unique.

In Isafjordur, Gummi guided us to a breathtaking set of waterfalls, which was undoubtedly my favorite in Iceland. He found an adorable cafe for lunch that had delicious soup and warm bread. We also visited a must-see fishing museum, complete with charming turf-roofed fishing huts and an adorable museum curator dressed as a fisherman. He also took us to overlook where we got to experience how quickly the weather can change! We ended the day at a secluded black sand beach with perfect weather, surrounded by stunning views and unforgettable stories. Gummi’s extensive knowledge of a truly broad range of topics was remarkable.

In Reykjavik, Smari took us on another incredible adventure. We visited a black sand beach, a geyser, a magnificent bird cliff, a tide pool formed by lava, a lighthouse, and much more. But the most unforgettable sight was witnessing a town that had been devastated by lava a few years ago. Smari’s calm demeanor and captivating stories made him a truly exceptional guide. He’s also an avid birder, which added another layer of interest to our journey.

Throughout our trip, Gummi, KimKim, and all our guides demonstrated exceptional accommodation and understanding of our diverse needs and preferences. Their dedication and expertise made our trip truly unforgettable.

Eric designed a fantastic trip to Iceland for us. He was easy to work with and responded quickly to our needs and questions. We were able to navigate the Ring Road plus side trips with no problem using the app. Some of our favorite activities were the Katla Ice Cave tour. Our guide (Ondi?) had a wonderful personality and the views were dramatic. On the Húsavík Whale Watching Tour we saw two whales and many leaping dolphins. The zodiac boat tour in Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon took us right next to blue icebergs and seals, fun and enjoyable. The mountains, the waterfalls, the lava fields, the dramatic colors of the sky, the puffins, sheep, and horses, there was so much to see and experience. It was a trip full of wonder which I can’t recommend enough. .

Activity Reviews

Vatnshellir lava cave tour

Iceland

Very interesting tour. The only light in the cave was from our flashlights. Our guide had us turn off our flashlights to experience the total darkness of the cave and then to see the contrasting colors of the lava when the lights were turned back on.

Katla Ice Cave and Glacier hiking tour

Iceland

This was one of our favorite activities in Iceland. The ride to the glacier is exciting. Climbing up the black mountain that was actually ice covered in ash took some work, but seeing the blue ice cave was worth it, a great adventure!

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Mega Zipline tour

Iceland

Very fun. I wish it were longer!

Sturlureykir Horse Farm Visit

Iceland

It was very interesting to learn about the Icelandic horses and to be able to meet them up close.

Activity options for Reykjavik

Iceland

We really enjoyed the Lava Show. It was very interesting to see actual lava. The geologist was knowledgeable. Her presentation was fun and informative. We also enjoyed the Fly Over Iceland Show. The first part seemed a bit hokey, but the actual ride part was exciting and beautiful.

Husavik Whale Watching

Iceland

We were excited that we saw two whales and many dolphins. The guide was very knowledgeable and provided helpful information The hot chocolate served at the end was a special treat.

Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon zodiac boat tour

Iceland

This was a fun way to get close to icebergs and seals.

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

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

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

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