About

ABOUT BIJO


Birgir Robert Johannesson, nickname "Bijo" -  An Icelandic Tour Guide

Iceland starts when you drive out of Reykjavik, ask anyone from the country side - its a break from regular life. For me, it is my regular life. As your tour guide, I’ll help you disconnect from your everyday world, so you can immerse yourself in nature and naturally reconnect with yourself.


Marketeer, World Traveler, Outdoor Lover, Nature Appreciator

My name is Bijo, and I am a seasoned tour guide, holding certifications that underscore my professionalism in the field. My passion for the outdoors has been a cornerstone of my life, allowing me to embrace the beauty of nature while cultivating a mindset centered on gratitude, wellness, and continuous personal growth. My journey has been enriched by practicing mindfulness, exploring the intricacies of marketing, and bringing innovative ideas to fruition, far from the confines of a traditional office setting.


Having spent thirteen years in Germany, my adventures have also led me to develop a profound appreciation for the United States, visiting almost annually and embracing the diversity of its landscapes. My role as a tour guide has taken me to extraordinary destinations, including over ten expeditions to Greenland, showcasing my ability to navigate and illuminate rare corners of the world.


Fluency in English and German, with aspirations to master Italian in the vibrant setting of Milan, complements my academic achievements—a Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering from Berlin Technical University. My intermittent four-year residence in the USA was a period of exploration, odd jobs, and meaningful encounters, fostering unparalleled people skills and a reputation for crafting the most exquisite campfire cuisine in any region I visit.


As a certified life coach and first-aid responder, I integrate the healing power of nature into my practice, utilizing it as a tool for detoxifying from electrical smog, stress relief, fasting, and introspection. This holistic approach not only defines my personal ethos but also enhances the unique experiences I offer as a guide, connecting clients with the transformative power of the natural world.


MY SERVICES TO YOU


ACTIVITY TOURS

All of my tours involve some degree of walking, but if you’d like a bit more activity, I’m happy to accommodate. In addition to full day or overnight trips, you can also choose a different outdoor activity according to your needs. Let me know what interests you. 

HIGHLIGHTS

Grab your camera or your phone and other gear, because there are so many highlights on one of these tours, you’ll want to capture them all. From deserted farms to highest local peaks, from ice carved caves to somewhat ancient rocks, enjoy the very best sites in the region. 

PERSONALISED TOURS, TRANSPORT AND PRICE RANGE

You get your own personalised tours with 1-4 friends or family. If you are with more friends than that … we simply rent another car/jeep and drive in tandem and use walkie-talkies. 


Day tours from and back to Reykjavik are usually in the range of $1000 a day. My service is highly personalised towards you and includes many extra add ons like :


  1. A personalised itinerary with all highlights in a plan prior to your arrival. You and I design this together as we go through everything on WhatsApp, or Zoom or similar communication software.
  2. Do you prefer a positive and kind person greeting you upon your arrival In Iceland? That’s me and I am smiling when I thinking about it and writing this text. 
  3. Is safety is important to you? I am a safety expert, business engineer, digital marketeer, and safe driver. 
  4. I usually drive you on a Land Cruiser (4 seats) or Mercedes Vito (9 seats), or Mercedes Sprinter (19 seats), with gas and all insurance included. 
  5. Also possible are further addons in my personalised services:
  6. Taking photographs of you and friends, if you want and choose?
  7. And when you are in Iceland, I make my schedule around your extra needs, so do you need extra flexibility, let’s say because you are photographer and want to be super early morning somewhere? Do you need or want a drone shot of yourself somewhere? 


All no problem, because I like to be of service and  what I do.  and I’ll do my best to accommodate.

BOOKING AND PAYMENT
  • Day tours from and back to Reykjavik are usually in the range from $1000 a day plus adventures like horseback riding, snow mobile etc.
  • All bookings are pre-paid upon agreement one month prior and you are able to do so via PayPal, card, wire-transfer or cash. There is a 100% money back guaranty without having to give any reason, until a week before you arrive, thereafter 85%. 
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