Tour guide in Reykjavik Stefan Helgi V.

Reykjavik, Iceland

English, Icelandic, Danish, Dutch, German

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Since Nov 20, 2008

8.0

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I'm Stefan Helgi V., your private tour guide in Reykjavik

Guide #41

4.9 (518)

Thank you for choosing to read my profile :-) You've come to the right place for a safe, informative and fun tour in Iceland! I'm the first guide to sign up with ToursByLocals who is still active in the entire world! I've successfully completed over 1000 tours through the ToursByLocals platform. I'm born and raised in Iceland but lived and studied in the US, South Africa and the Netherlands. It is my passion to show visitor everything unique and special about Iceland. I've been a professional authorized / accredited driver/guide since 1988, and an official tour operator since 2010 and still love my job! I'm well-versed in the amazing geological features, history, culture, economy and more. Stefan Guide in Iceland is my official business name but I also use Iceland Game of Thrones and Iceland Northern Lights for marketing pursposes. I was once the headmaster of the Iceland Tourist Guide School and teacher for 10 years. I also lectured tourism related subjects at the University of Iceland and University of Holar. I used to contribute articles and photographs to various printed and online publications in the travel trade both locally and internationally. Qualifications: Iceland Tourist Guide School. Three graduation certificates at university level: 1. General guide (one year full-time) 2. Adventure & incentive guide (6 months full-time) 3. Hiking guide (6 months full-time). 2 university undergraduate degrees. 5 university master's degrees. Professional driver's licence - all categories Authorized National park ranger - The Environment Agency of Iceland Authorized tourist guide by the Iceland Tourist Board. Authorized Segway tour operator by Segway Sweden. Authorized tour operator by the Iceland Tourist Board. Authorized transport vehicle operator by the Iceland Transport Authority. First guide still active on the ToursByLocals system !! Over 1000 successfully completed tours through the ToursByLocals system. I've got various quality size vehicles for different size groups. Please ask! No restrictions.

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  • Reykjavik

  • Grundarfjordur

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4.9
  • Jeff G.United States
    3 days ago

    Replied from the guide, Stefan Helgi V.

    August 2026

    Thank you!

  • Kathleen D.United States
    5 days ago

    Stefán is an exceptional guide in every respect. Both the substance and presentation of his broad knowledge are excellent, and we learned so much about Iceland — its history, culture, and spectacular landscape. Stefán was great about communicating with us well before the tour, ensuring that he understood our interests, and he far exceeded our expectations. We have...

    Replied from the guide, Stefan Helgi V.

    August 2026

    Thank you Kathleen for the kind words! I look forward to spend more days with you. Happy travels!

  • Shalva K.United States
    1 week ago

    Best guide in the land - and of course beautiful sites. We did total of two tours, this and the South Coast. Both are a must. Stefan is personable, great expert in his craft, great communicator, prompt, and a wonderful human being.

    Replied from the guide, Stefan Helgi V.

    August 2026

    Thank you Shalva for the kind words :-) It was a great pleasure to spend time showing you some of the most beautiful places in Iceland and I loved your company. You have a wonderful family. Happy travels!

  • Shalva K.United States
    1 week ago

    Best guide in the land - and of course beautiful sites. We did total of two tours, this and the Golden Circle. Both are a must. Stefan is personable, great expert in his craft, great communicator, prompt, and a wonderful human being.

    Replied from the guide, Stefan Helgi V.

    August 2026

    Thank you Shalva for the kind words :-) It was a great pleasure to spend time showing you some of the most beautiful places in Iceland and I loved your company. You have a wonderful family. Happy travels!