Kimkim Trip Reviews for Iceland

We visited Iceland in July 2026 - the entire trip was curated and planned with the help of our agent Gummi who assisted us with everything including our travel route, vehicle, accomodations and guided us regarding time requirements at each location.
We also had a roadside car issue which also was handled immediately with great ease. Gummi was also available to assist with any local details or questions we had over the phone at all times during the trip.

Hotel Reviews

Hotel Jazz

Keflavik

Small boutique style hotel, peaceful and quiet. Breakfast could have been better.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

There was hardly any staff at the front desk to ask any questions

Cleanliness & Comfort

Fosshótel Reykholt

Reykholt

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Hótel Grímsborgir by Keahotels

Ásborgir

Hótel Dyrhólaey

Vik I Myrdal

Hotel Laki

Kirkjubæjarklaustur

Heimaleiga

Reykjavík

Fantastic location, spacious apartment with all amenities

Activity Reviews

Explore Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon by Zodiac Boat

Iceland

Faxaflói Bay Whale Watching Excursion

Reykjavík

Maybe it was our bad luck but we couldnt see any whales during this trip. They did offer complimentary tickets for an alternate day but unfortunately our schedule could not accomodate

Víðgelmir Lava Cave Experience

Iceland

Glacier Ice Cave Experience

Iceland

The guide, the scenery and the whole activity is amazing. It feels like you are on a different planet!

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Laugarás Lagoon - Lerki

Iceland

Quality of Experience

Very scenic and peaceful experience- not as touristy as the Blue Lagoon

My husband and I wanted to a celebration trip to Iceland for him finishing his medical residency, and Adam was the perfect person to help us plan it! We wanted to drive around and visit key sights, but also relax and enjoy ourselves. Adam's guidance was crucial, and his expertise really helped us figure out what places to visit and what to skip. The driving instructions for each day were amazing, and it was a seamless experience to have all the bookings for tours/hotels done in advance. It took a lot of pressure off us, and it was a fantastic trip!
The highlights were the Skaftafell Glacier Hike, RIB Whale Watching, Westman Islands, and Sturlureykir Horse Riding!

Working with our travel coordinator for our recent trip to Iceland was an absolute game-changer. From start to finish, their deep knowledge of Iceland truly shone through, allowing us to experience the country like seasoned insiders rather than standard tourists.
They crafted a brilliant itinerary that maximized our time effortlessly, blending a wonderfully diversified portion of Iceland—from dramatic waterfalls and black sand beaches to glaciers and geothermal wonders—without ever making us feel rushed.
Every single element of the trip exceeded our expectations:
• Accommodations: They chose excellent hotels that were comfortable, beautifully located, and offered a fantastic retreat after a long day of exploring.
• Dining: Their outstanding restaurant recommendations gave us an authentic taste of local Icelandic cuisine, saving us from guesswork and guaranteeing memorable meals at every stop.
To put it simply, this diverse and complex itinerary would’ve been completely impossible to develop on our own without an immense amount of time researching, planning, and second-guessing. If you are planning a trip to Iceland, having this level of expertise on your side is invaluable. We couldn't recommend them more highly!

Hotel Review

Hotel Skogafoss

Skogar

Great location: incredible hike!!!

Authenticity & Character

Location, location, location

Location

Best location for incredible hike

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Review

Glacier Ice Cave Experience

Iceland

Exciting shuttle ride to the Location. Incredible walk on the glaciers and hiking the ice caves.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Our trip to Iceland was amazing and we could not have done it without our local specialist, Guðmundur Óli. The detailed itinerary was beyond our expectations and he had us visit so many natural attractions that we would have never known about. Each day was planned and every stop was already loaded into the GPS for us. We stayed at a different hotel every day in a new city and he was sure to recommend restaurants in every city. Thank you for a great and unforgettable trip!

Noga was so excellent from the planning phase to the implementation of our plans and the guidance of our day to day itinerary. We loved that we visited out of the way places as well as the popular "must sees". The timings suggested on our itinerary worked out perfectly. We appreciated that kimkim was available during the trip whenever we needed help. The ride to and fjord views at Hvammsvik hot springs was awesome. It is worth going to see the puffins at Storhofdi lookout on Heimaey of Westman Islands. Would recommend the glacier lagoon kayaking at Solheimajokull. Had so many memorable moments in dramatic Iceland!!

Our Iceland adventure was incredible! Iceland is a beautiful country with so much to see and explore. Adam and the entire team at KimKim were exceptional at advising, organizing, coordinating, and communicating all details to make our adventure as easy and exciting as possible. Not one detail was missed. From the moment we arrived; airport transfers, car rental, hotels, tour & activity tickets were all prepared in advance. The KimKim App is easy to use with all details and documents at your fingertips.

We loved our adventure and know that Adam and KimKim Travel helped to make it better than expected.
This was our second large family travel adventure with KimKim. We highly recommend KimKim and will certainly use them again for our next great adventure.

Gummi was great to work with, starting from the initial emails and video calls to questions being answered on the spot while we were on vacation in Iceland. Although the weather did not cooperate on three of our days, we were still able to explore the country around the Ring Road without much difficulty. We were given step by step instructions on how much time to spend at each location to maximize our travels with three children as well as driving instructions.

Activity Review

Glacier Ice Cave Experience

Iceland

The deep colors of blue and being able to experience glacial ice was a bucket list item that was fulfilled! It was a great experience for our family!

Quality of Experience

Our guide Bryka (spelling?) was great with our kids

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Our time in Iceland was fantastic. A lot of the thanks goes to KIMKIM for setting every up for us. We tried to set up our Iceland trip ourselves and it was overwhelming. The itinerary for our trip was great we never felt rushed. Our hotel accommodations were very pleasant and we were very happy with them. The suggestions on where to eat were appreciated, we did eat at quite a few of the recommended places. We were set up with a WI-FI HOTSPOT to use so we were always able to research things as we were going. Having the hot spot also meant our navigation was spot on and we were able to drive around with ease. Our pre-planned trip was extremely enjoyable. Iceland is a beautiful country to visit. Everyday was like being in a post card.

Had a great time and Gummi was the best. Thank you

Hotel Review

Blue Hotel Fagrilundur

Bláskógabyggd

Activity Review

Laugarás Lagoon - Lerki

Iceland

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Gummi was extremely helpful throughout the entire process. He was flexible as we were making our decisions in the planning process and available during our trip for a couple questions that popped up. The daily google map links he sent to us where very helpful and easy to use. I honestly can't provide any negative feedback on the process or Gummi's services. Great, low stress experience!

Activity Reviews

Explore Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon by Zodiac Boat

Iceland

This was cancelled due to weather, but when we arrived to the lagoon it was sunny and low wind, other vendors were on the water. We were a little disspointed. Atleast we were offered a full refund without hassle

Víðgelmir Lava Cave Experience

Iceland

Was much more informative than I expected, cool tour

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

N/A

Glacier Ice Cave Experience

Iceland

Was truly awesome. Such a cool experience. Highly recommend

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Iceland is beautiful! We had great excursions and all the Guides were super, especially for the glacier walk (Hanee), glacier lake kayaking (Tom), the horseback riding, and the lava tube spelunking.
One suggestion is for kimkim to provide a daily map showing the location of all the stops/excursions, so it would make the daily planning easier; we struggled a few days getting the order of activities arranged to minimize travel backtracking, etc. and decide it we had time to deviate from the itinerary for special interest destinations.

Activity Reviews

Geothermal Bakery Experience

Golden Circle

Great bread and smoked arctic char and great Guide.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Geysir Geothermal Area

Iceland

Interesting, but underwhelming.

Cliff Walk from Arnarstapi to Hellnar

Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Did not get to do this due to the weather.

Glacier Walk and Kayak Experience

Iceland

Very interesting and the guides (Tom and Hanee) were great!

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Djúpalónssandur Black Sand Beach

Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Did not get to do this.

Þingvellir National Park

Iceland

Waterfalls were great!

Reynisfjara Beach & Reynisdrangar Columns

Iceland

Did not get to do this.

Whale Watching Ólafsvík

Snæfellsnes Peninsula

We did not see any whales. We saw several dolphin.

Víðgelmir Lava Cave Experience

Iceland

Fascinating! Guide was great.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Horse Riding on Black Sand Beach

Iceland

Great Guides. Would have liked more time to trot the horses.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Krauma Geothermal Spa

Iceland

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Front desk help (male) was not cordial.

Otham was great in booking exactly what we wanted. Communicated well. Would use Kim Kim again and will recommend to friends.

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

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.

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.

Sturlureykir Horse Farm Visit

Iceland

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

Mega Zipline tour

Iceland

Very fun. I wish it were longer!

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

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.

West Iceland & Borgarfjordur

Iceland

The side trip to see the puffins in Borgarfjordur Rey was a big highlight for us. There were so many puffins and they were so close that we could have reached out and touched one. The drive there was quite scary due to heavy fog, but the experience was totally worth it.

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!

Guomundir Oli was terrific. He answered the questions that we had on the trip in a timely manner. His itinerary was very thorough with all the information we needed. He tackled a problem with the car company for us. I would highly recommend him and the Kimkim trip to Iceland.

Hotel Review

Hótel Laxá

Myvatn

The hotel was a very good base for the activities that we had planned. It was a little bit bigger room at this point in our trip and it was nice to have the extra space. We use the dining room here in the mail was quite good.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Review

Víðgelmir Lava Cave Experience

Iceland

We had done some cave tours and other parts of the world, this was well done and very in

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

A really magical trip that I am glad I got to take. The scenery and sights and food and people were all great. Gummi’s knowledge was also really great and I appreciate how hard he worked to make our trip memorable. He is very knowledgeable about the best places to see and set up some really great excursions. I very much enjoyed the whale watching despite getting sea sick ( but it was a rough day on the water) and it was a bonus to see a Humpback whale. The trip to the glacier lagoon and the kayaking were also my favorites. I even had the rare fortune to see an arctic fox up high on the rocks by the glacier.
I enjoyed the variety of accommodations from rural farmhouses to seaside village hotels. The food suggestions were helpful though we mostly chose to eat at our hotels since that was so much easier time wise.
Some of the less than ideal things for me was just the long hours of driving,which I realize is not the fault of our travel specialist but the nature of trying to see everything. Our schedule ended up being unrealistic for our travel abilities and we had to make decisions on not visiting many of the suggested sites due to inadequate time. Although technically the drive time and the sightseeing time = about 8 hours it does not factor in things like food breaks,getting lost,bathroom breaks, buying some trip essentials,food shopping and tourist shopping,as well as some time with the technology of using the MiFi/ WiFi and Google Maps ( but we are not from the technology generation so we had a bit of a learning curve.) We don’t know why our Google Maps route that we downloaded had us take the dirt road 937 that is south of Egilsstaoir. That dirt road parallels95 and although it eventually comes back to 95 it added to an already 5+ hour driving day.
We tried to keep our cost down, so some of the places we stayed at did not provide breakfast. In retrospect I think the extra cost would have been worth it given the extra work we took to put together our own morning meals.
Overall I would recommend Gummi and KimKim to future travelers. Iceland has a fascinating landscape and would appeal to all sorts of adventurers. Best of all we actually had reasonable weather for our visit,especially to the Highlands areas for hiking.

Hotel Reviews

Hotel Hvitserkur

Hvammstangi

The hotel is in a lovely setting and the staff were very friendly. I had some incredible lamb lasagna for dinner and the morning cheese selection was very tasty. I loved the setting near the far end of a dirt road and then the nearness to a nice hike. The room was a bit chilly but everything was nice and clean

Hótel Snæfell

Seyðisfjörður

One of my favorite places to stay on this trip, despite having to carry our suitcases up 2 floors ( ha) . We had a nice view out our window of the mts. and it was a quiet location. The common kitchen area was well stocked and comfy for a morning hangout . The shower was adequate and the room nice and cozy.

Authenticity & Character

The restaurant Hotel Alden that is part of this place is excellent

Location

Amazing drive to get here...loved the scenery to get over the pass.

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Center Hotels Skjaldbreið

Reykjavík

Our first hotel stay in Reykjavík was a bit complicated due to a long customs process and a late arrival. We had requested a quiet room, but upon arrival, they didn't have one available at the original hotel, so they upgraded us to a sister hotel near the water, which was a nice upgrade. The room was lovely, and the hotel was fine, though the change was unexpected and made our first day a bit tiring.

Activity Reviews

Glacier Lagoon Kayaking at Sólheimajökull

Iceland

I had no issues with the Glacier Lagoon Kayaking at Sólheimajökull. It was a fantastic experience, and I really enjoyed it without any problems.

GeoSea Geothermal Sea Baths Experience

Iceland

After the whale watching, we did the GeoSea Geothermal Sea Baths Experience, which was wonderful and relaxing. It was a great way to unwind after a rough day on the water.

Explore Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon by Zodiac Boat

Iceland

The Explore Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon by Zodiac Boat was another great activity. I had no issues with it, and it was a memorable part of the trip.

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

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

Hotel Reviews

Fosshotel Stykkishólmur

Stykkishólmur

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

Authenticity & Character

Felt homey and intimate but not pretentious

Location

Easy to walk into town

Staff

Professional and friendly

Cleanliness & Comfort

Very clean, and good room darkening shades here!

Black Beach Suites

Vik I Myrdal

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

Authenticity & Character

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

Location

Close to things we were seeing

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

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

Activity Reviews

Faxaflói Bay Whale Watching Excursion

Reykjavík

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

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Silfra Snorkeling Adventure

Golden Circle

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

Quality of Experience

Great location and interesting snorkel.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

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

Transport

Good job providing vans and seating to help people change.

Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Kayaking Excursion

Iceland

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

Quality of Experience

Nice to get on the water and kayak amongst the icebergs

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Guides were fantastic.

Transport

Víðgelmir Lava Cave Experience

Iceland

Great fun to see the cave carved by lava!

Quality of Experience

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

Guides, Drivers and Staff

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

Transport

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

Glacier Ice Cave Experience

Iceland

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

Quality of Experience

The ice caves are cool and interesting

Guides, Drivers and Staff

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

Transport

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

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

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

Jerri Hall Tuxbury

Hotel Review

Hótel Kría

Vík

Clean and comfortable

Location

Nice city on Golden Circle tour

Staff

Helpful and friendly

Cleanliness & Comfort

Everything

Activity Reviews

Glacier Ice Cave Experience

Iceland

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Geothermal Helicopter Experience

Reykjavík

Horseback Riding Below the Mountains

Iceland

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

Explore Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon by Zodiac Boat

Iceland