Meet the Guides
Bobby is an expert driver guide with a lifelong passion for the Icelandic wilderness. Having lived in every corner of the island, he knows the landscape by heart and specializes in immersive, multi-day journeys.
With his warm demeanor and service-driven approach, Bobby ensures that every traveler feels like a friend. Whether you are exploring famous landmarks or hidden gems, his deep local knowledge and storytelling make every mile of the trip unforgettable.
Þorkell Héðinn Haraldsson, better known as Thor, is a true force of nature. A master storyteller with a gift for bringing history to life, he is the ultimate companion for any Icelandic adventure.
As an expert Northern Lights photographer, Thor has an unmatched ability to track and capture the elusive Aurora. His deep-rooted knowledge of the Icelandic Highlands makes him a premier authority on the country’s most rugged and beautiful terrains.
To know Thor is to experience the heart of Iceland through the eyes of a man who lives and breathes its wilderness.
Guðmundur Sveinbjörn Ingimarsson: The Ultimate Guide!
With decades of experience, Guðmundur Sveinbjörn Ingimarsson is a cornerstone of Icelandic exploration. He is a highly seasoned professional with a vast background in glacial navigation, highland trekking, and expert driver-guiding.
Known for his calm authority and deep-rooted knowledge, Guðmundur has spent a lifetime mastering Iceland’s most challenging terrains. Whether crossing a glacier or navigating the remote interior, his “broad and long” experience ensures that every journey is safe, educational, and truly legendary.
Briyce is the friendly and dependable force behind Otto the Viking’s day-to-day operations, bringing more than 10 years of experience in administrative support and guest care. With a passion for helping people and a talent for keeping everything running smoothly, she is dedicated to making each guest’s experience as easy, comfortable, and enjoyable as possible.
Known for a warm approach, quick responses, and genuine care, Briyce is always ready to assist with travel questions, trip details, and anything guests may need along the way. Working closely with Otto, she helps ensure that every part of the journey is seamlessly coordinated from start to finish.
For Iceland travel inquiries, guest support, and expert assistance behind the scenes, Briyce is the person to connect with.
Otto is an experienced tour guide and operator with a passion for sharing Iceland’s landscapes, history, and spirit. He is the man behind Otto the Viking, which specialises in offering guests a wide range of tour services to showcase the beauty and wonder that is Iceland. A natural storyteller, he brings every journey to life with deep local knowledge, a calm presence, and a genuine love for adventure.
With extensive experience in glacial travel, highland trekking, and driver-guiding, Otto has spent years exploring and mastering both Iceland’s most rugged regions and urban attractions. His steady professionalism and broad knowledge help guests feel safe, confident, and fully immersed every step of the way.
Known for his warm personality and light-hearted approach, Otto treats every traveler like a welcomed friend. Whether guiding visitors to Iceland’s iconic sites or leading them off the beaten path to hidden gems, he makes each experience memorable, meaningful, and unforgettable.
Otto the Viking is a local Icelandic tour operator dedicated to sharing the country in the most authentic way possible—up close, personal, and guided by real locals who know the land by heart. Built around small-group adventures and private, customized experiences, we specialize in helping travelers discover Iceland beyond the surface: the wild beauty, the deep-rooted culture, and the hidden places most visitors never see.
At the heart of our tours is Otto, our head guide and the spirit behind the name. With years of guiding experience in Iceland’s naturally rugged landscape, Otto leads many of our journeys himself and ensures every trip reflects the high standards we’re known for. Alongside him is a carefully selected team of local guides—well-trained, safety-focused, and chosen for their passion, personality, and shared commitment to creating meaningful travel experiences.
We cater to both small and large groups, offering flexible itineraries designed around your interests, pace, and priorities. Looking for something truly exclusive? Our private tours open the door to unforgettable Icelandic moments: glacier walks, ice cave exploration, farm visits, waterfall adventures, and northern lights hunting. And because the best memories deserve to last, we also provide outstanding photography support—so you can relive the magic long after your trip ends.
What makes Otto the Viking different is our approach: tours rooted in Norse spirit, storytelling, and sustainability. We don’t just drive you from stop to stop—we connect you with the land and its legends, its people, and its atmosphere. Come explore Iceland the Otto the Viking way: real, passionate, and unforgettable.
