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Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour from Reykjavik

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Hafnarfjörður, Iceland
Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour from Reykjavik
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Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour from Reykjavik
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Overview

Get close to nature in the way of old Icelanders on this horseback riding experience from Reykjavik, dependent on transfer option. Hop on a small, sturdy, Icelandic horse, a breed originally brought here by the Vikings, and enjoy a relaxing ride through lava-laden scenery past mountains, lakes, and moors. Your ride is matched to your ability and led by an instructor. Hot drinks, riding equipment, and guidance is included.
  • Icelandic horseback riding experience from Reykjavik
  • Ride on a gentle Icelandic horse
  • Ride through lava fields and moors past mountains and lakes
  • Choose a beginner, intermediate, or advanced ride
  • Refuel with coffee, tea or hot chocolate after your ride
  • Choice of morning or afternoon departure
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Coffee, tea, or hot chocolate
Helmets, rubber boots, rain gear and warm overall
Food and drinks, unless specified
Pre-booked pick-up and drop-off from pick up points in Reykjavik, unless specified with tour option
This operator has two meet-up options available. You can either meet at the departure point below or select a location for pick-up.
Sörlaskeið 26 , Sörlaskeið 26, 220 Hafnarfjörður, Iceland
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If you are traveling on your own to our stables, please be there at least 30 min. prior to your tour departure.

This activity will end right where it started.Pick-up needs to be pre-booked. Please be sure that you've chosen a tour with pick up included if you require to be picked up from your accommodation or a designated bus stop close to your accommodation. Please note the weight limit on our tours is 110kg/240lbs and the age limit is 8 years old.
On arrival, meet your instructor to adivse of your ability level—beginner, intermediate, or experienced.

Get up-close to the Icelandic horses, learning about this gentle breed. Descendants of Viking horses brought here in the 10th century, these sturdy, good-nature steeds are known for their tölt, a four-beat gait that makes riding on rugged terrain smooth and comfortable.

Next, watch a short instructional video, don your provided riding gear, and hop into the saddle. Learn to ease your horse into the tölt, and set out behind your instructor. Soon afterward, having watched you riding, your instructor splits you into three groups—beginners, intermediates, and experienced.

Beginners ride slowly over easy terrain, with intermediate and experienced riders tackling more challenging routes at different paces. Just advise your instructor if you want to go slower or faster.

As you ride, soak in the beautiful scenery. Weave through lava fields and moorland, passing volcanic mountains and lakes.

After your trek, savor coffee, tea, or hot chocolate at the stables.
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult
  • Age limit is 8 years old
  • Weight limit is 110kg/240lbs
  • Used riding gear is not allowed on the tour or near the horses
  • If you arrive in your own car please be at the stables 30 minutes before your tour starts
  • Due to possible harm to unborn children pregnant women cannot ride on our tours
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • All riders must be able to mount the horse by their own strength.
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • In our tours up to two children or youth may travel with each adult, paying full fare
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Ishestar
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour from Reykjavik?
A:The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
See all safety measures taken by Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour from Reykjavik.
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What is the social distancing policy during Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour from Reykjavik?
A:The policy on social distancing is:

  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
See all safety measures taken by Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour from Reykjavik.
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour from Reykjavik?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
See all safety measures taken by Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour from Reykjavik.

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Traveler Tips

  • "They offer warm overalls, boots and a helmet-bring gloves though and warm socks!" See review
  • "The guides in this tour are very good, They will make you comfortable with the horses and help you along the way, This was a great ride," See review

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Lovely
Johanna_S
, May 2022
Lovely time, lovely and very well-kept horses, wonderful guides. So nice to experience the Icelandic landscape in this way. Thank you so much!
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Very sketchy horse riding company
Jincy_J
, May 2022
My friends and i booked a tour with them and towards the end of the tour one of my friend’s horses suddenly bolted off so quickly with her still on top and she ended up falling almost 6ft to the ground with her back hitting first. The staff did nothing to prevent the horse from running off and when my friend fell down the horse the staff just stood and watched her for a couple minutes before running to help her. They had no medical aid on them and the only staff that was ‘trained’ was a so called pharmacist. She didn’t even have water or any other first aid kits on hand when the incident occurred. My friend ended up getting a concussion and some tissue damage on her spine as a result of the fall. She spent 5 hours in the iceland ER and spent almost $15,000 on her medical expenses as a result. The staff even said this was their 2nd incident of the day!!
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1 traveler found this review helpful
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Fun with Icelandic Horses...not ponies!
Alida_E
, May 2022
We enjoyed the professional yet friendly attitude of the staff. The horses were also wonderful. All of us were taken care of at the level of our expertise and we are thrilled with how our experience went.
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Although the front office...
Michael_S
, May 2022
Although the front office of this facility, the lovely Icelandic horses, and the reception staff were very good, the overall riding experience was disappointing in comparison to my other riding experiences elsewhere.
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1 traveler found this review helpful
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Good experience
Jung_H
, May 2022
This was my first time riding a horse. People were very nice and patience with me. My son enjoyed very much.
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Best horseback riding!
Jamie_A
, Apr 2022
Incredible experience. The guides were extremely friendly. The horses were so friendly and easy to ride. They acted like dogs rather than horses. Highly recommend.
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Horseback Riding Tour
Suzanne_M
, Apr 2022
The entire experience was fabulous. Our guide was experienced and led us on a fun adventure. The horses were gentle and kind. I recommend this ride for both beginners and experienced riders.
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Icelandic horses
Lembi_L
, Apr 2022
An excellent riding tour, I was picked up from my hotel and driven to the stables. The guides were helpful and the group was divided into 2 according to the level of the riders.
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Most Fun Excursion in Iceland
Mackenzie_S
, Apr 2022
This was the most fun we had our whole trip! The horses are so gentle and sweet-natured, the guides were great and we laughed from start to finish!
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Very nice and relaxing ride.
Ginger_C
, Apr 2022
If you're coming to Iceland and you do like horses/are interested in riding the Icelandic horse, then this would be the activity for you. The guides we had were very friendly and welcoming (Miriam and Patty). They were very patient and helpful if you happen to have a hard time getting on or off the horse. You're basically going at a slow speed for the first half and after the break, where they help you take photos on your horses, you do have the option to go fast with the horses. (Only do this if you're a confident horse rider and think you're up to the task, otherwise you should stay slow and follow the group back.) They provide an extra layer of protection for the cold and it's completely optional so if you don't want to, you don't have to. The sights were nice and the horse ride was pretty calm and relaxing. We had a great time and I would highly recommend this tour.
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Lovely facility! They...
Jamie_L
, Apr 2022
Lovely facility! They have everything you need - warm waterproof clothing, boots, etc. Free coffee! Good instruction, they cater to your experience. Lovely and long ride!
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Fuzzy cute horses
eileen_f
, Apr 2022
The icelandic horses are very gentle, they bunch together on the walk, snd no worries about biting or kicking. After the ride, we can stand in the horse corral and feed and pet the horses. They are fuzzy and not huge and adorable. Our guides were friendly and took photos on the ride.
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Brilliant experience
Jayne_W
, Apr 2022
We booked this trip for something very different, we had never been on a horse before and the experience was amazing, great trip overall
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Amazing!
Kirstie_D
, Mar 2022
Great guides as well as a great view. Good for any kind of experienced riders as you get to go faster which adds to the fun!
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1 traveler found this review helpful
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A bit dangerous but since no one got hurt, it's a happy memory
Pol_G
, Mar 2022
It was a great experience, but I do want to remark, that the horses need a bit more training as many of them couldn't behave, three, including mine ran off after two other riders out of our group twice and scared me to death as this was my very first horse riding. The two instructors were helpful and clear but this should've been avoided, especially if kids can participate too, as the instructors said as well, it's a surprise that we didn't all fall off our horses..
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1 traveler found this review helpful
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Fun time with kids
Cody_S
, Mar 2022
We had a wonderful time and the guides were great. Our 12 and 13 year old kids really loved it. Thanks for the memories!
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Lovely horses and experience !
Jennifer_L
, Mar 2022
I would give this 6 stars if I could ! Absolutely wonderful ! There were two groups based on experience so everyone was comfortable. The guides were lovely and the horses were so sweet and friendly. They provided cold weather gear, which was much appreciated !
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Breath taking
Beth_C
, Mar 2022
Everything from start to finish was great, hotel pick up in a comfy minibus, coffee/tea offered and the guides making sure we were warmly dressed before giving us horses based on our experience. I rode the beautiful Dagur, who couldn’t have been a sweeter horse. Cheeky yet charming! They split the ride so those who chose to could experience the famous tölt, and the views were to die for! If you’re still deciding whether this is worth it - please book! You won’t regret it.
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Cute horses and fun memories
Sage_S
, Mar 2022
We originally were not going to do this on our trip to Iceland but booked it due to one of our tours getting canceled and we are so glad we did! The staff were so friendly and nice. If you have any experience horseback riding I would recommend going with the "experienced group", you don't go faster than a trot (: horses and scenery were amazing. Got some warm hot chocolate afterwards. They also give you warm suits to wear and a face covering to warm you which were much needed.
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Ideal for all levels, experienced or not
Ben_H
, Mar 2022
A fantastic experience even if you are a novice like me. Staff are very friendly and knowledgeable, making sure all skill levels are ok. Wrap up warm and enjoy!
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