EXCELLENT Based on 16 reviews Posted on Mardy CVerified Unique personal adventure Best vacation, after hearing about others experiences I realize I got a truly customized personal tour. I lived his stories and history and his patience with us. We got to go to some areas and try food that many other people miss. I even did a cold plunge with his guidance. I highly recommendPosted on emma jVerified Highly recommended! Photos an added bonus We had the pleasure of having Otto as our tour guide for a south coast and glacier hike when we visited recently. He was knowledgeable as well as very entertaining. His photography skills definitely added to the experience. When I told him I was disappointed I wouldn’t get to see the Diamond beach this trip he went above and beyond to literally pulled some glacier ice from the water for me to see it against the black sand. “Next best thing” He had some great food tips and surprised us with some Icelandic chocolate (think milky way crossed with Turkish delight but liquorice flavour) When I return in the future with my family I 100% intend to get him again for a private tour.Posted on Sophie WVerified Amazing day out with your guide Otto at the south coast and Glacier hike ❄️ Great experience, each stop on this tour is stunning. Otto really topped the experience with his funny and charming character ☺️ would 100% recommend and I’d book with Otto when I return to Iceland ❄️Thank you Otto! ✨Posted on Rafael LVerified Glacier hike and South Coast day trip Wonderful experience, all the spots on the tour were beautiful especially the glacier and Otto was very friendly and funny throughout the whole experience, would recommend!!Posted on Flyer04402464808Verified Wonderfull Had a fantastik trip with Otto the viking to see and walk on a glaceier. I would rekommend Otto as a tourguide anytime. He is very talentedPosted on Lisa DVerified Otto the Best! Otto (native Icelandic) is the best, for real! He and his team were super receptive and accommodating as there were some elements of the trip I wanted to “customize”. We spend two very full days together, felt very safe - he is an excellent driver. He was full of interesting stories both fact and folklore which was well balanced with some quiet time. He even surprised us with what he called “hidden pearls” which didn’t disappoint. He was very much himself and quite funny, I would tour with him again in a heartbeat!Posted on Julia DVerified Fantastic views and experiences of what Southern Iceland has to offer. This was an amazing day - I booked last minute with, Get Your Guide. It did start with some confusion, but I phoned the company - they also called and emailed me. Our guide pulled it back 100% and I knew right away it was going to be good. It ended up better than good - AMAZING!!! We had Ritchie as our guide and a comfortable coach with driver Wieslaw. We stopped at several places : a glacier, the black sand beach at Vik, seen the basalt columns and sea stacks, and the two amazing waterfalls Skogafoss and Seljalandfoss. But also we were guided by Ritchie along the route who gave us information about other features and the scenery along the way. ( definitely a return visit with car hire would be a bonus for me) I would bring a change of clothes and a towel! The waterfalls need to be felt to get the ultimate experience!! The force and the sounds 💙10 hours sounds long - it wasn’t long enough!! Great value for money - one of my travel highlights that I will never forget.Posted on Flyer04402464808Verified Glacier Otto is an amacing tour guide, He took me and my Girlfriend to see a glacier, what an experience. I Will recomend Otto the viking any timePosted on JonelleVerified Highly Recommend!! Wonderful tour with beautiful waterfalls, scenic views and amazing black sand beach! We had an amazing day tour with Ottó The Viking during our trip to Iceland! Ottó is super friendly and seemed to truly enjoy sharing the beautiful sights of his homeland with us...We also enjoyed the music from Icelandic Artists that he played for us during our tour! We Definitely Highly Recommend hiring Ottó as your Tour Guide when you visit Iceland!Posted on J SVerified Otto is the Best! I did the glacier hike with Otto and it was a fantastic, action-packed full day! We also made a couple of stops at some amazing places…one was Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach where scenes from Game of Thrones was filmed. I’m not sure if this was originally part of the tour but on the hike, one of the participants got an injury. Otto saw to her needs with the utmost professionalism and managed our tour so that everyone had a great time. I can’t speak highly enough of Otto…join him for an adventure!
EXCELLENT Based on 40 reviews Posted on Katy ReichlinTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Otto is amazing. He knows everything and is well integrated into many of Icelands guide services. He was flexible with me and was allaying figuring out how to make my experience the best. Most importantly he is incredibly kind, funny, and he likes good music. He definitely became a friend. I will book him again, no questions asked.Posted on Vijay NarayanasamyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We were a team of photographers visited Iceland during Sep/Oct 2024. Used Otto the Viking for our needs. He made our trip memorable. Took us to the local attractions and which most may not know. He was very professional and accommodated our timing and comfort. I would certainly use his services next time when I visit Iceland.Posted on Jonathan PercyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We hired Otto the Viking in December 2025 to lead our group of 20 around the southern coast of Iceland for 4 days. He is an excellent guide with plenty of knowledge of the best spots to visit. He helped us plan our itinerary and we are very happy we could have him be part of our adventure. He took us to waterfalls, black sand beaches, an epic glacier hike, horse riding, a relaxing lagoon, as well as taking us out at night to try and see the Northern Lights. He's also got a great sense of humor which went over very well with our group. I can't recommend Otto enough!Posted on Aria GillespieTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My child and I joined Otto for a glacier hike in August 2025. Otto was extremely knowledgeable about the Glacier and helped us safely navigate an incredible once in a lifetime hikePosted on Josh ChangTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you want to get deep on Iceland's beauty, culture, and adventures, Otto will take care of you. He's not a bad comedian as well. Just follow his instructions and you'll survive.Posted on Ed RogersTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Otto made our time in Iceland so very memorable. We had a large group of 20+ and yet he managed to make the experience personal, highly considered and entertaining. He helped with planning the itinerary, and did his utmost to whisper the Northern Lights. Highly recommend Otto!!Posted on Susanna HamiltonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My family and I traveled to Iceland in March 2025 specifically to see the Northern Lights. We booked a trip with Otto our first night there so we had time to still look if he couldn't find them. There was no need. Otto was simply amazing and found the most spectacular Northern Lights I could have ever imagined. He also was able to provide guidance on the best way to photo them. His English is superb and he customized the tour however we wanted.Posted on Jason BTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Can't recommend Otto enough. As a solo traveller, I really appreciated the company, knowledge, personality, and attitude that Otto brought to my day trip. 10/10, 5 stars. Would definitely book his services again if I find myself in Iceland.Posted on Janine PriceTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We were a group of 12 family and friends on a private tour to the South Coast with Otto and had the best time. We organized a long day to be able to see everything we could considering the distance traveled from Reykjavík. Otto made sure we saw all our requested stops and had plenty of time to enjoy each one. He was a careful driver, considerate of bathroom breaks and organized a large space for us for a great spot for eating. Everyone enjoyed how fun of a guide he was and that he was always helpful and well skilled at taking pictures for us. I have taken a lot of tours through the years and am the family organizer for our large trips and would 100% use him again and recommend to others!Posted on SabineTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We booked Otto for a full day tour in Iceland. There were 6 of us. Otto picked us up at the hotel and off we went. He is very personable and we immediately felt comfortable with him. We had a list of places we wanted to see, which he took us to, but he also made several suggestions that were not on our list, which we really enjoyed and would not have known about if he hadn't mentioned them. He is very familiar with the area and knows the best places to go. Many of the locals know him as well. We had such a great time that we cancelled a tour we had the following week and rebooked the tour with Otto. Once again we had a fantastic time. 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Otto the Viking invites you to discover the real Iceland through bespoke travel experiences designed around you. We craft genuine journeys that go beyond the postcard stops—connecting you with the land’s raw beauty, the warmth of local people, and the stories woven into every glacier, waterfall, and volcanic valley.
Whether you’re looking for an intimate private adventure or a guided tour with a small group, our focus stays the same: authenticity, comfort, and unforgettable moments. Travel at your pace, follow your curiosities, and experience Iceland in a way that feels personal—because the best trips aren’t rushed, and the best memories come from meaningful connections.
From iconic highlights to hidden gems, we help you experience Iceland with local insight and thoughtful planning. Expect a journey shaped by culture, nature, and storytelling—where each stop has a purpose and every day feels like it was made just for you.
If you want Iceland that’s real, personal, and deeply memorable, travel the Otto the Viking way—and come home with more than photos: come home with stories.
At Otto the Viking, we believe in building personal relationships with our clients. That’s why we offer free consultation calls to answer any questions you may have. We’re passionate about providing you with the best possible experience, and our team of expert guides is hand-picked and trained to embody the spirit of the Otto the Viking family.
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