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Experience of a lifetime! We geared up with expert and friendly instruction from Gaddi, then climbed across piles of volcanic ash and rubble right onto the ice to the edge of a very large hole. Gaddi helped us feel confident on the descent and when we got down - wow! The colors in the ice were stunning. Before our trip, the staff, especially Asdis, were patient, helpful and stayed in touch every day about the weather. So happy we had a small group of 4; would not have been nearly as enjoyable if we each had to wait while too many others took their turn. Great customer service and great adventure with a wonderful guide.

Our Best Day in Iceland

If I could give six stars, I would. We took the four-person tour for the glacier hike and ice climbing with our Asgard tour guide Gaddi. This was the best tour we took in Iceland (and we were there for nine days and did many great tours). The day was amazing. While none of us had experience on the ice, Gaddi was an excellent and experienced instructor, and we were all able to climb several tall ice walls. It truly was the experience of a lifetime. 
Thank you, Asgard and Gaddi. I can’t recommend you enough to others.

Thrilling hike with expert guide

Our experience walking and climbing Sólvallajökull Glacier was above and beyond expectation. Our guide, Kiddi, took four novices and taught us to rappel and climb. It was so much fun and we felt completely safe. Highly recommended!

Great small group tour with our family

Thor and Kiddy were so attentive and courteous during our glacier hike and climb! They accomodated all the needs of our group from our younger adventurers to our older ones. The glacier is quite the experience while in Iceland. They give you all the needed equipment and knowledge to see it all safely!

Excellent day trip!

We went on the glacier hike day trip tour with Asgard Beyond and it was absolutely the best thing we did in Iceland. We arranged the trip last minute due to weather changes, and the group was accommodating with our reservation. One of the best things about this trip was that it was a small group; it was myself, my partner, and another traveler with one guide- Gardar, who was amazing! When we got to the glacier, we realized how many large groups there are, and our small group was so personalized and it allowed us to really hike the glacier. We went farther up than any other tour and we got to really explore and even experiment with some ice climbing. Gardar was knowledgable and I felt incredibly safe in his hands. The tour felt very individualized and intimate. The sights were beyond beautiful. An added bonus was that the price includes use of very sturdy hiking books and rain gear, which were in great condition. The transportation is door-to-door and in a very comfortable van. I would definitely recommend this group!

Perfect choice for individualists

Researching for someone offering glacier hikes in small groups, our pick was Asgard Beyond. Very good choice to make! 
That day my husband and I were even so lucky as to be the only clients on that trip – so we had the experienced, friendly, instructive and all along fun guide Jón all to ourselves. The pick-up at 8am was dead on time, the 2 hrs drive to the glacier enjoyable and informative and on-site Jón gave us a thorough introduction on the equipment. The glacier boots and crampons Asgard provides make for a perfect step on the ice. The hike was awesome and we spent full 4 hours at, on and even a short while in the glacier. Jón deliberately took us off the beaten paths and as far away from other groups as possible. Just what we wanted at this magical place. Jón’s little lessons in abseiling were pure fun and we felt save at all times. Also his explanations on glaciers in general and the Sólheimajökull glacier in particular were compelling. The whole trip was timed so well that after the hike we got to the nearby Skógafoss waterfall just in time before sunset – perfect light! On our drive back to Reykjavík Jón provided all sorts of additional information for our adjacent days on our own that should turn our immenseliy helpful. We can very much recommend to go on a trip with Asgard Beyond because quality, effort, attitude could not be better. Thank you, Jón, for a perfect island glacier day!

Totally breathe taking!

This is a must experience. It was great to be in a small group (4) where we were picked up from our exact hotels, not a bus stop, and got to hike and rope down the glacier. We had already done a southern tour of Iceland but was not allowed to actually climb on the glacier so we were so excited to be able to do this. Our guide was amazing, knowledgeable and professional on the glacier. Go and do it!

Amazing Glacier Experience

A friend and I were lucky enough to book the glacier hike when we were in Iceland last week (12/20) and it was definitely the highlight of the trip!! Our guide Gaddi was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Since we were a small group we were able to spend a lot of time going all over the glacier! I would definitely recommend this trip to family or friends!

Solo Ice Climbing

Ice Climbing in Iceland has always been at the top of my list of adventure sports. My experience with Asgard Beyond blew past my expectations; you definitely get what you pay for. John Andreson was a tremendous guide and provided an excellent climb experience on both small ice walls + rappelling into a mulan! I highly recommend Asgard's service over any of the other companies that simply heard cattle around the glacier.

Best experience in Iceland

My best friend and I had an incredible experience with John today. We didn't want to be with a tour that had massive groups of hikers and are so glad we chose Asgard! 
John is full of knowledge and experience. We learned so much and did so in a pace and manner that was suited to our abilities. 
This is a definite highlight of our trip and will be remembered fondly.
We'd highly recommend this tour with Asgard if you are looking a wonderful experience with a guide committed to safety and excellence.

Train with the best

Just finished 4 days of glacier guide training with Jón Heidar and Róbert. Not just top-quality instruction, but four days of brilliant fun as well.
The course is well thought-out, perfectly executed, and comprehensive. It is a first-step course, but it goes way beyond just the basics. The guides are not only extremely proficient and experienced climbers and guides, they are also terrific teachers. They think and adapt quickly to both the various students' skill levels and the constantly changing terrain.
Whether you are looking to increase your glacier skill-set, want to find the perfect terrain for challenging ice climbing or just searching for some first-class guiding, I can not recommend Asgard any more highly.

Amazing Experience!

Loved this company! We booked a glacier hike outing and it was one of the best things I've done. Our guide, Raggi, was so knowledgeable and fun. He took us on an incredible glacier hike, a trip to black sands beach, and 2 waterfalls. 
We went on a rainy day but it didn't matter. The company provides you with rain gear, boots, clamp ons, and ice pick. They keep the group very small and try to get there before all the tour buses do, leaving you with a very private and more enjoyable experience. 
This was worth every penny and one of the best things in Iceland to do. I would definitely book with them again!

Fun day ice climbing

We went ice climbing with Robbi from Asgard Beyond on December 30th, well aware that we were going to have limited daylight. He picked us up at 8 am and drove us safely to Sólheimajökull in very difficult wind and snow conditions. There we met up with two girls from the US who completed our small group.
The rental gear Asgard provides is top notch and I was happy to see that they had the same gear I had chosen to buy for myself, making me confident that I made the right choice.
Robbi started us out on a smaller and not quite vertical ice wall. First we practiced the footholds without the ice axes. Then we roped up and climbed the wall. He was very good at assessing out skill level and making suggestions to improve our climbing. In addition he provided lots of information about the glacier and answered all of our questions.
Next he lowered us into a crevasse and we then climbed back up. Being lowered down was a little tricky at the beginning, but Robbi was the perfect teacher: well-prepared, patient, reassuring and funny. He also provided a secure spot for the people who were taking pictures which I though was pretty cool.
We hiked a bit further up on the glacier to try a bigger crevasse. He gave us a choice how far we wanted to go down, since the starting point at the bottom was slightly overhanging. My boyfriend opted for the full distance, I started a bit higher up. This tour was more challenging, since we were starting to get tired and while my ice axe work improved I started having more trouble with my footholds. I did this route twice and my boyfriend three times, then we were done for the day.
We chatted walking back down the glacier to the parking lot. Then Robbi took us back to Reykjavík with a stop at Skógafoss and a quick snack stop at Hvolsvöllur. After he had dropped us off my boyfriend noticed that he had left his cellphone in the car. We gave him a call and he brought it back over for us the next day. Exemplary customer service :-)
What I liked best about this tour apart from the great guiding and the small group size was all of the information Robbi shared with us about the glacier, ice climbing and Iceland in general and his patience with my beginner's attempts at Icelandic conversation. I feel I have made progress in my ice climbing compared to last year both technically and with the number of routes I managed and if I can fit it in during my next winter tour I think I'll try frozen waterfall climbing with Asgard next.

Great excursion, would recommend

Very much enjoyed our excursion. Robert was our guide - he was very informative and made it a good trip. His knowledge of the glacier was extensive. It was well organised and all of the equipment that was provided was perfect. The day of our trip was quite wet, but the equipment we had meant it was not an issue. The glacier and landscape was fantastic and overall it was a trip that I would very much recommend. I believe it's a lot better to be part of a smaller group as is the case with Asgard, as you have a chance to see more and have a more comprehensive guided experience.

They plan everything perfectly!

It was really amazing! First i liked that it´s a small group of 4 people so we could move more freely than a big group, we left in perfect time so when we went to the glacier we didn't see many other people. Guide was really amazing and he showed us how to climb on ice. Ihad never done in my life any climbing but after instruction i managed to do even the advanced climb which by the way is incredibly amazing! Would highly recommend this company, they plan everything perfectly!

Highlight of our trip

Thank you Jón, Ásdís Dögg, and Guðjón for our amazing adventure. Asgard Beyond exceeded our expectations! This was the highlight of our trip!

Cool Experience - Glacier Hike and Falls

Just 3 of us with our guide, one of the company owners. Friendly, knowledgeable. It's quite a drive from where we stayed but the scenery is beautiful. Got to hike on the glacier (sad part is how fast it is receding in length and depth). Very interesting. We drank from a clear, stream of glacier water and rapel back to the edge of an extremely deep Moulin. Stopped at several gorgeous waterfalls and the area where the 2010 volcano eruption hit hard on the way home. Highly recommend!

Simply amazing

Glacier Hike @ 26th June, ended up being just two of us! This relatively young, quality-oriented company has delivered what they've claimed; prompt communications that resolve your pre-tour doubts and concerns, fine gears that keep you warm and dry on the ice, and, most importantly, knowledgeable guide who's willing to make extra efforts and time to make this Journey one of your unforgettable lifetime experiences by fulfilling what you had wished for, well......going into an Ice cave in June for example...LOL, whilst keeping you safe and well-taken care of throughout the whole Journey. The only regret of this trip has been the absence of super blue ice due to seasonality, but perhaps this is the exact reason for us to come back during winter times and have another go with Asgard. Thank you so much, team Asgard.

Amazing glacier hike

Superb experience, I'm so glad we booked a glacier hike with Asgard Beyond. Gaddi our tour guide was great, made us feel safe and was really informative. I learned a lot about the glacier and Iceland too. It was great being in such a small group, it let us go at our own pace and felt like we had the glacier to ourselves most of the time! It was much better than being in a large group and well worth the extra money, plus decent boots and equipment were provided which is useful when you are travelling with hand luggage. Would highly recommend!

Check that off the bucket list!

I loved the fact that it was a small group, so the hike was tailored to the people in the group. Our tour guide, Gaddi was so professional and extremely knowledgeable and skilled. The weather was cooperative, and the views were spectacular! I also leanred a lot about glaciers! I had never been on a glacier hike before and my hiking skills minimal at best, but I always felt safe, and was challenged just enough to make this be one of the most exhilarating experiences of my life! I would do this again in a heart beat and have been talking about this tour since I have gotten back home. I didn't even know this experience was on my "bucket list" until I was finished, I just wanted to do something different, and it sure was different!

Asgard provided tailored trips for our family with kids aged between 6 and 14. Everyone had a fantastic time, there was flexible planning around the weather and for food and toilet stops etc. All kit provided even spare waterproofs. Our guide was a gem, knowledgeable, patient, and charming. Highly recommended.

Fantastic Experience!
As a habitual traveller to Iceland, I have been fortunate to experience many of the natural wonders of the country. The Glacier Hike did not disappoint. The combination of an extremely informative guide, small group scenario (2 plus guide) and amazing weather made the day trip to the glacier both extremely interesting and very personalised.

I would recommend this to anyone who wants to learn more about the natural changes occurring to the glaciers and have an exhilarating trip.

10/10 rating

Glacier hike

Brilliant. When we booked the trip we had no idea what we were had signed up to... In a good way!

Firstly, no big groups. There were only the three of us (they only do small groups). This meant comfort and flexibility, but most importantly individual attention. Everything was arranged to also miss the big groups and bus tours. We got in ahead of the bigger groups and for most of the trip practically had the glacier to ourselves!

Second, expertise. Our guide, Raggi, was a wealth of information. His knowledge and expertise made this trip a particularly fantastic experience. He shared his years of experience and academic study to really help us understand the local geology which was deeply interesting and set him apart from many other guides I've encountered over the years. He is so passionate about what he does.

Lastly, fun. The approach was relaxed and a lot of fun. 

If you get the opportunity to take a trip with these guys, take it. They will tailor trips for you, so you can organise your time to do exactly what you want, at your pace,

Glacier hike and ice climbing in Iceland

If your in Iceland this small, cute fantastic company is the one you want to go with! They do amazing trips. I went Ice-hiking and Ice-climbing and this is the most amazing thing I've done in Iceland,and I'm from Iceland :-)
The guide that we had was amazing with years of experience witty and funny and had loads of stories, as well a good storyteller.
They will provide you with overalls, boots, helmets and axes. Just remember to dress properly, it can get cold but at the same time hot when your walking especially in the sun.
I am going again, for sure!

"Awesome trip, would definitely recommend"

I think we choose the worst week to travel! All the northern lights trips and day tours were cancelled due to bad weather! But luckily we were signed up with these guys and they gave us the option to switch to the full day tour to gain more from our experience. We were extremely grateful as we were only in Iceland for a limited amount of time and had other tours booked on other days. Communication was excellent! Staff were helpful, friendly and knowledgeable! We had a fantastic trip despite the weather and would recommend to anybody! Thank you for having us Asgard Beyond!!

"Heart racing glacier hike"

For a number of reasons this trip simple takes your breath away, at the very last minute having been let down by a trip booked with Thomson's holidays our hotel reception found the Glacier Hike trip for us at 10.30pm the evening before (we'd only just found out the other was off) Our little party was hubby & I, neither of us what I'd class as fit, and our companions two young students, and our guide, who was not only very knowledgeable about the area, but made us novices feel extremely comfy, the saying early bird catches the worm, well we were the only ones on the the Glazer up to about noon when all of a sudden there seemed to have been a few coach parties turn up. I have to say that being a group of 4 was perfect because when we needed to slow down or wanted to take yet more photos we all just stopped and waited. I hate to say I forgot his name, but if your reading this - have you fixed your windscreen yet :D This last minute not planned trip was heart pumping heart racing & breath taking for every reason you can imagine, my legs are still aching two days later, but worth every ache, don't thing twice about if your fit enough, if you can walk up a flight of stairs a few times before you get out of breath - you MUST do this trip

Glacier hiking day trip with northern lights

My family and I had a wonderful day trip to the Sólheimajökull outlet glacier. Our knowledgable, friendly guide Robbi was an absolute delight. The meal we ate at Skógarfoss was delicious. Despite Robbi's best efforts, the Northern lights did not show up for us that evening but all in all a great day!

"Best tour company in Iceland"

My sister and I (ages 26 and 22) travelled to Iceland in November, and wanted an authentic trip that allowed us to experience all things Iceland. Ice climbing on a glacier was the priority on the top of our list, not only because it's adventurous and would provide some adrenaline, but also because a guided tour would allow us to safely experience a glacier in all its majesty, first hand. I did quite a bit of research before booking with Asgardbeyond because we didn't want to pay loads of money for a tour that "babied" us or had a heavy touristy feel. We wanted a real ice climbing experience that challenged us, and gave us the true feeling of what is required to properly climb on ice. Asgardbeyond did not disappoint! Our tour guide, Robbi, was phenomenal. The night before our tour was scheduled, he emailed us detailing that the weather forecasted for the next day was less than ideal. He recommended we push back our tour to the following day, but due to our accommodations/road trip route, my sister and I requested we go out anyways, and just adapt to the nasty weather conditions as best as possible. Although it was a bit of a risk, we wanted to go climbing, so we didn't mind getting a little wet, or being a bit cold. Robbi took great care of us though! He picked us up from our hostel and when we arrived at the glacier the next day, it was apparent that the weather had scared off any/all other tours/tourists. So, the three of us ended up having the entire glacier to ourselves, for the entire day! The whole time Robbi ensured that we felt, and were, safe. He did a great job explaining how all the tools worked, and the logistics and movements required to climb. In addition, he also found genuinely challenging routes that gave us a run for our money! I cannot say enough about this company, and the experience we had. This day/experience is unforgettable. We have recommended it to all our friends, and will recommend this to anyone, at any climbing level!! It is WELL worth the money, in fact, we both felt it was a great deal when we considered the entire day and how amazing Robbi and our experience was. One final, great aspect, was that Robbi was so patient and even willing to adhere to our numerous requests throughout the day to take photos of us on our camera. You'll be a fool not to book your ice climbing excursion with this company!

Private waterfall ice climbing

"Excellent! I have spent 2 quality days waterfall ice climbing with Robbi from Asgard in the Christmas break (as one to one guiding). The weather was not ideal, but the routes Robbi picked to warm up and then progress during two days was excellent. We actually finished last climb in snow blizzard - it was epic! Full professionalism, great knowledge of terrain and great teacher to show you how to get better. I am booking next trip already! If you ever thought about ice climbing then look no further. I can really recommend going one on one. You are just you + guide. That means you will spend most of the day actually climbing and learning new tricks fast and this is all about it if you are short on time and need a quality trip. Well worth it. I have been in a lot of places in Europe, but Iceland is so different that I feel a need to keep coming back now for more. It offers so much and Asgard will help you to explore it to the fullest. Now it sounds like an advert:) but this is what you get when customer is very happy."

"What a way to end the year"

Spent a fantastic day hiking on the Solheimajokull Glacier yesterday. Wanted to say thanks to our friendly and welcoming guide, Gaddi. He answered all our questions with patience and good humour and was sympathetic to our desire to take photos. He was clearly passionate about what he was doing and reassuringly experienced! We were impressed by the quality of the equipment that was provided: 66 North rain gear, Scarpa boots, helmets, crampons, harnesses and ice axes. As Glacier virgins it was great to spend three hours hiking on the glacier, work with ropes and still feel safe. There were some really nice people in our group of seven and if you want a more small group / boutique style trip to sample some of Iceland's natural beauty we would highly recommend Asgard Beyond. Good luck in 2016!

"Unforgettable trip to the glacier, highly recommended!"

I cannot recommend them highly enough. Avoid the coach trips and experience the real Iceland!

Glacier hiking with sight seeing and superjeep

"It was a fun experience and we knew we were in safe hands with our knowledgeable guide Jon. We were able to customize where we went based on our interests. I even found some cool wool rugs I bought off a local farmer. Thanks!"

Private glacier tour and introduction to ice climbing

"I am an experienced ice climber and my wife had never ice climbed before. We wanted to experience it together in Iceland. Asgard Beyond provided Robbie as a private guide for our full day outing to Sólheimajökull glacier, about two hours from Reykjavik. Asgard provided transportation and all of the gear (ice axes, crampons, harnesses, ice screws, ropes, etc). We ascended 2-3km up the glacier and setup 3 different 10-15M top roping sites. We were introduced to basic techniques such as knot tying, placing ice screws, fitting crampons, swinging the ice tools and proper foot work. In addition to being an accomplished ice climber in international competitions, Robbie has extensive international certification training. His knowledge of guiding, instruction and safety protocol is comparable with typical European and Canadian standards. My wife was amazed that she could do something like ice climbing, which before she did not believe was possible. We had a great time with Robbie and would recommend Asgard for both experienced and novice climbers."

"Outstanding, fun, professionals. My wife thanks you for bringing me back safe :-) Thank you all for an amazing experience."