Necessary equipment
Useful information for multi-day tours
You should be ready for all kinds of weather as the weather can change very quickly.
We recommend that the following items are included when preparing for our longer tours:
- Riding boots - preferably rubber, because of the rivers we cross.
- Warm jacket or overcoat.
- Warm (woolen or fleece) sweater.
- Warm socks and gloves, at lest two pairs, scarf and a cap or hat.
- Warm underwear, long if possible (protects also from chafing).
- For the ladies – sports bra.
- Riding trousers.
- Track suit.
- A pair of slippers to wear in the accommodation. (Icelanders take off their shoes when entering a house).
- Swim suits, towels, soap etc.
- A small camera to take with you on the ride.
- Band aids and second skin plasters for chafing.
- Insect repellent, gnat net head cover.
- Chocolate or glucose sweets for strenuous riding days.
- Sun lotion for face and lips (with high sun factor).
Additionally for accommodation on tours 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 17 and 19:
- Small pillow to sleep on.
- Ear plugs. Some people snore!!!
Íshestar provides:
- Saddle bags
- Rain wear
- Safety helmet
- Sleeping bag (with a sheet) where necessary.
