Tour guide in Reykjavik Stefan Helgi V.

Reykjavik, Iceland

English, Icelandic, Danish, Dutch, German

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Since Nov 20, 2008

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

Guide #41

4.9 (512)

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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512 reviews

  • Glenn H.United Kingdom
    2 hours ago

    What an amazing experience. Iceland is stunning but to see it and hear about it then there is no better way than having Stefan as your guide. Easy to communicate with , knowledgeable and treated us both to a memorable experience. We will Come back for the Aurora / Northern lights but only if we can book Stefan.

    Replied from the guide, Stefan Helgi V.

    August 2026

    Thank you Glenn for the kind review, I really loved showing you and Catherine around the Golden circle route today :-) Happy travels!

  • Rodney S.United States
    5 days ago

    Stefan was great and very knowledgeable. He arranged our Blue Lagoon tickets and time for us as well as a reservation for lunch. He let us travel at our pace and made some additional stops at our request. Picked us up at the cruise terminal and dropped us at our hotel. Very accommodating and would recommend highly.

    Replied from the guide, Stefan Helgi V.

    July 2026

    Thank you Rodney for the kind review! It was a great pleasure to assist you with your travels in Iceland. Happy travels!

  • Janine H.United States
    6 days ago

    Stefan made our South Coast tour incredible. He chose a route that made perfect sense, helped us move a long at a pace we liked, found a great stop for lunch and even told us memorable stories. Don’t hesitate to book.

    Replied from the guide, Stefan Helgi V.

    July 2026

    Thank you Janine, for the kind words! It was a great pleasure to show you and your travel companions around the attractions on the South coast route. Happy travels!

  • Danielle S.United States
    1 week ago

    Stefan did an amazing job wit our personalized tour. He took care of arranging horseback riding, organized a route that let us see everything on our itinerary, and provided wonderful commentary throughout our day. His vehicle was very comfortable and we loved the sound system in his car that allowed those of us in the back to hear. He was super kind and patient, never...

    Replied from the guide, Stefan Helgi V.

    July 2026

    Thank you so much Danielle for this kind review :-). It was a great pleasure to show you the sights on the south coast route to Village Vik, and to take a very small part in your family's celebration. Happy guests make my day. Happy travels!