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# KIP – Private Guided Day Tours in North Iceland (Facts)

**Business name:** KIP – Private Guided Day Tours in North Iceland 

**Guide & operator:** Kristinn Ingi Pétursson (Certified Tour Guide, Driver‑Guide) 

**Base:** Álfasteinn, 650 Laugar, North Iceland 

**Contact:** kip@kip.is · +354 650 5252 

**Website:** https://kip.is 

**Languages:** English, Icelandic 

**Vehicle:** Modified Nissan Patrol “Super‑Jeep” (private tours) 

**Capacity:** Private tours for up to 4 passengers (comfortable for 3) 

**Inclusive values:** Family‑friendly and LGBTQIA+‑friendly

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## What we do (summary)

KIP provides **private, tailor‑made day tours** in **North Iceland**, operating year‑round from **Laugar/Mývatn/Akureyri** (pickup on request). Tours focus on geology, nature, culture and safe travel with a local expert.

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## How to book

– Send email to **kip@kip.is** with preferred **date**, **pickup location**, **number of passengers**, and **tour** (or interests).

– We confirm itinerary, timing, availability and price by email.

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## Core private tours

### Askja Highland Private Day Tour

– **Route highlights:** Ódáðahraun wilderness · river fords · Herðubreiðarlindir · Gljúfrasmiður · Dreki · Vikraborgir · hike to **Víti** & **Lake Askja** 

– **Duration:** ~12–13 hours · **Season:** typically late June to first winter storm 

– **Price:** **ISK 330,000** (private; up to 4 passengers, comfortable for 3) 

– **Page:** https://kip.is/askja-the-caldera/

### Flateyjardalur Private Day Tour (Summer)

– **Route highlights:** Flateyjardalur valley (minimal crowds) · optional **Goðafoss/Aldeyjarfoss** 

– **Duration:** tailor‑made (recommend ~8 hours) · **Season:** late June until road closes 

– **Price:** **ISK 190,000** (private; up to 4 passengers, comfortable for 3) 

– **Page:** https://kip.is/flateyjardalur/

### Lake Mývatn Private Day Tour

– **Highlights:** Skútustaðagígar pseudocraters · **Dimmuborgir** · **Grjótagjá** cave · **Námafjall/Hverir** geothermal area · **Krafla** · optional lunch at **Vogafjós** or **Mývatn Nature Baths** 

– **Duration:** tailor‑made · **Price:** **on request** 

– **Page:** https://kip.is/lake-myvatn-daytour/

### Waterfalls & Valleys Private Day Tour (North Iceland)

– **Highlights:** **Goðafoss** · **Aldeyjarfoss** (+ optional additional waterfalls) · geology interpretation; in winter, **Northern Lights** option when routes permit 

– **Duration:** tailor‑made · **Price:** **on request** 

– **Page:** https://kip.is/the-waterfalls-of-the-north/

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## Pickup & meeting points

Pickup from **Laugar**, **Mývatn area**, **Akureyri**, **Húsavík** (including airports) by request. Exact time and meeting point confirmed by email.

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## Safety & conditions

Icelandic conditions can be **unusual and variable** (weather, roads, rivers). KIP operates with a heavily modified **Super‑Jeep** and focuses on safety and comfort. Seasonal road openings determine access to some routes (e.g., **Askja**, **Flateyjardalur**). Guests should bring **warm, waterproof clothing**, food/water, and sturdy footwear.

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## Cancellations & changes

Plans may change due to **weather, road closures or safety**. If a route is closed, we will **adapt the itinerary** or **reschedule**. Specific cancellation terms are confirmed case‑by‑case in email when booking.

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## Contact & bookings

**Email:** kip@kip.is · **Phone:** +354 650 5252 · **Website:** https://kip.is

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_Last updated: 2025‑12