The Ultimate Iceland Guide

My name is Gunnar and I am a photographer from Iceland known as Icelandic Explorer. I've spent the past 9 years traveling all across Iceland, searching for the best photo locations, most beautiful landscape, the best food, coffee and unique places to stay. I have published a book about Iceland called "Stunning Iceland" and I am part of the "Best of Iceland" committee for The Reykjavik Grapevine. I am excited to share my knowledge and passion for travel in Iceland with you!

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Kirsten Oravec-Sullivan

June 2026

This was our 3rd time to Iceland and our first time using Gunnar. I opted to use a local travel guide and photographer. The spots chosen and additional notes were spot on. I highly recommend using his services.

Erica Sanders

May 2026

Gunnar's personalized itinerary was SO worthwhile!

Prior to our trip, I was so overwhelmed. So many possible sites to see, so challenging to understand what items would make most sense to pair together, and wanting to make sure we had the most delicious eats.

The maps, the notes, and the personal care put into selecting locations and understanding our specific needs and wants was outstanding.

His picks were fabulous as well.

He is an absolutely delight to work with, and in my case was able to turn something around on a super tight timeline for my departure.

I definitely plan to use Gunnar's expertise on my next trip to Iceland!

Carla Spain

April 2026

Gunnar did an amazing job planning our itinerary to Iceland. I love planning my own trips abroad, but for this one I just didn't know where to start. His expertise and suggestions were extremely helpful and allowed us to fit the most into our short 6 days of Icelandic exploration. He was interested in everything we wanted to fit in and was prompt to respond to my questions.

I fell in love with the people, the beautiful and diverse landscape, and the cleanliness of Iceland. I didn't even mind the intense wind and whiteout conditions we got stuck driving in. And I really enjoyed the food which was a surprise to me!! We focused our time in the south and Reykjavík but I cannot wait to return and do Ring Road in its entirety. Thank you Gunnar for your help planning this trip. You represent Iceland well!!

Marcus Howard

March 2026

Excellent guide - found so many great spots and highlights along our Iceland roadtrip!

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Annika Eicker

February 2026

Gunnar's guide has helped me planning two trips to Iceland so far and I'm still not done with this stunning country. Photography is my hobby so I find it really useful to explore all these locations by seeing images first instead of zooming in and out on Google maps or reading multiple travel blogs. It saved me so much time! Takk!

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Jim Roberetson

January 2026

I am so thankful we found rexby to organize and help plan our Iceland vacation. They have been exceptional in putting everything together. I highly recommend using their services.