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Iceland's classics.
The 10 most popular icelandic horse riding in Iceland right now, with what each one includes, who runs it and what you can expect to pay.
Reykjavik red lava horseback ride with Icelandic horses, optional pickup, helmets, rain gear, and two pace routes. 2.5 hours.
“My partner and I went on this tour and it was outstanding. The guides were all so friendly and welcoming , the ponies were very well looked after and well behaved. One of the best things I’ve ever done - I can’t recommend enough”
Ride Icelandic horses through lava fields near Reykjavík with smooth tölt gait, provided gear, and easy pickup options from major hotels.
“Nice Easy going experience guided by experts, who kept up the positive spirit despite a small rain.”
Learn the Icelandic tölt on a guided 2-hour ride from Reykjavik, with optional pickup, gear included, and hot drinks after.
“I was given a horse for a beginner (like me) and my daughter who knows how to ride had a horse suited for her ability. It was organized and well run. We were lucky that the time we were in Iceland it was clear and in the 40’s !”
Icelandic horseback riding from Reykjavik with hotel pickup, warm gear, and gentle horses on a countryside trail near lava fields and rivers.
“Amazing experience! Gentle horses (spirited ones available on request). Super friendly and knowledgeable and patient tour guides with beautiful views. Perfect time for the tour too.”
Ride calm Icelandic horses along Vík’s Víkurfjara black sand beach. Helmet included, small group, photo stops, and possible tölt.
“After a short explanation, the group sets off towards the beach and back again. Great photos taken on the beach with horses.”
Small-group Reykjavik horseback riding through red lava near Heiðmörk, with tölt chances, provided gear, and optional hotel pickup.
“This was excellent! Horses were very good, they catered to everyone’s riding abilities. People were very friendly and helpful. Scenery was beautiful! Definitely recommend this!!! They picked us up at hotel and delivered us back. It was super easy.”
Calm small-group horseback riding from Reykjavík on Icelandic horses, Tölt through forest and lava at Rauðhólar, then tea or coffee.
“one of the best experiences I have had during my time in Iceland, truly an excellent way to end our trip of this beautiful country. the guides like many of the people we have interacted with were kind, friendly and informative. the horses were well behaved and well looked after, the site also looked to…”
Ride Icelandic horses at Laxnes Farm, then hit the Golden Circle with Thingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, and Strokkur from Reykjavik.
“The owner of the horse farm was so warm and inviting. It’s family businesses like his that make experiences like this so special.”
A small-group Icelandic horse ride through Reykjadalur Valley, with tölt riding and warm drinks, gear included, close to Hveragerði.
“This tour was incredible! I am a horse lover and owner, the guides were incredibly knowledgeable, safe, kind, and accommodated all riding levels. There was a kid on the tour who got to be lead by a guide and still ride. I am advanced so they took me for a gallop after and it was…”
Ride Icelandic horses on a volcanic trail near Reykjavik. Learn the tölt, get gear and small-group guidance in 2 hours total.
“Begga (the owner) is amazingly knowledgable, although I had bought this as a gift for my husband who is an experienced rider, I was not, however, her guidance and lessons on how to ride were perfectly explained & enjoyable, with jokes being plentiful. We enjoyed every last minute of our time with Begga and her…”
