Discover the best of Nordic winter in Iceland and Norway!

About Tour

Riding the friendly Icelandic horses is something you have to experience at least once in your life. Ride through lava fields on excellent riding paths and along beautiful green hillsides. Look for different rock formations in the lava while experiencing the special gait, tolt.

Highlights

  • Horse riding in Icelandic Nature
  • Mt. Helgafell
  • Lava fields
  • Warm drinks
  • Magnificent mountain views

Included

  • 1.5-2 hours guided horseback ride
  • Specially trained guide
  • Riding helmets, boots & rain wear

What to bring

  • Warm clothes (gloves & headwear)
  • Sturdy shoes
  • A camera is a good idea

Tour Snapshot

Availability All Year
Duration 1.5-2 / 4 hours
Departs From Reykjavik
Minimum age 7 years
Difficulty Easy Suitable for most people in fair condition.
Meet on Location Yes
Pick Up Yes

From

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Itinerary

An adventurous ride from the Stable through lava fields and along beautiful green hillsides. Look for different rock formations in the lava whilst experiencing the unique gait of the Icelandic horse, tölt. This tour is ideal for beginners as well as for more experienced riders.

We welcome individuals, families and all kinds of groups who want to enjoy themselves outdoors. The facilities offer people an easy way to enjoy our horses and the experience of our staff will ensure the safety of all participants.

Our stables are located a short 20-minute drive from Reykjavik’s city center. This horseback riding tour is a perfect way to experience the diversity of the Icelandic nature in only 2 hours.

Please note: When possible, we organise the groups according to riding ability to ensure everyone gets the experience and adventure they want.
We recommend that children under the age of 12 stay in the slower group with their guardians unless they are used to riding horses.

The slow group will mostly do the walk, and the faster group will ride at a faster pace.

Weight limit: 110 kg/240 lbs.

From March 2nd, 2026, pick-up is at 08:45 and 12:45 from major pick-up points in Reykjavik.

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