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  • Duration

    1
  • Riding skills

    Easy
  • Daily departures

    Daily at 13:00

Riding in the Winter Wonderland

Horseback riding in the winter in Iceland is magical. The horses are “shoed-up” on special winter shoes with spikes allowing them to be sure-footed in the snow and ice and you will hear the special regular sound when the feet…

8900 .

BESTSELLER
  • Duration

    2
  • Riding skills

    Easy
  • Daily departures

    Daily at 10:00, 14:00 & 16:00* *Only in July & August

Lava tour

This tour is the ideal way to experience the Icelandic horse surrounded by beautiful nature. Riding time is 1 1/2 -2 hours. This tour is perfect for both beginners as well as more experienced riders.

12200 .

AWARD WINNING TOUR
  • Duration

    3
  • Riding skills

    Easy
  • Daily departures

    At 11:00 during weekdays

Horseback Riding in the Secret Valley

Riding tour with the local horse farmer which has a passion for horses and locally produced food and would love to share his passion exclusively with you.

13800 .

  • Duration

  • Riding skills

    Easy
  • Daily departures

    Daily at 12:00

Nature Comfort riding tour with lunch

We will start with a delicious lunch at the Horse Riding Center before joining the Riding tour. After lunch, you will join the Nature Comfort Riding tour which is great for beginners who want to experience nature while riding the…

11500 .

  • Duration

    5
  • Riding skills

    Demanding
  • Daily departures

    Daily at 10:00

Viking Tour

For experienced riders, it is hard to find a better way to experience the Icelandic horse in its natural surroundings. Cross Kaldá river, explore Heiðmörk nature park or Mt. Helgafell while trying the unique tölt riding style all within one day. Riding time is 4 1/2 – 5 hours.

22000 .

  • Duration

    3
  • Riding skills

    Demanding
  • Daily departures

    Daily at 13:00

Viking Express

A shorter version of our popular Viking tour the Express day-tour offers experienced riders a unique opportunity to see the versatility of the Icelandic horse in breathtaking nature. Join our trained guides for an exciting ride at Heiðmörk nature park. Riding time is 2 1/2 hours.

16500 .

  • Duration

  • Riding skills

    Easy
  • Daily departures

    Daily at 10:00

Meet the Horse

Enjoy the friendly horses at our stables. Ideal for those who want to experience the magic of the Icelandic horse but do not fancy a riding tour. You learn some facts about the horse, pet the horse, see the gaits and take some pictures

4500 .

  • Duration

  • Riding skills

  • Daily departures

Private tours

Enjoy riding the Icelandic horse in a private and personal riding tour in stunning nature only 20 minutes from Reykjavik.

20000 .

  • Duration

    3
  • Riding skills

    Easy
  • Daily departures

    Daily at 13:00

Family Adventure

The perfect experience for the whole family! See and experience the Icelandic horse with specially selected horses, under trained guidance – ensuring a safe and enjoyable riding experience for even the youngest family members. Riding time is 30 minutes.

7500 .

  • Duration

  • Riding skills

    Easy
  • Daily departures

    Daily at 10:00 all year and also at 14:00 from May through September

Horses and Whales

Ideal tour for those who would like to explore Icelandic most amazing creatures! The Icelandic horse in its natural surrounding and whales by boat on Faxaflói bay

25490 .

  • Duration

    8
  • Riding skills

    Easy
  • Daily departures

    Daily at 8:00

The Black Lava tour

Lava and more lava! The tour starts with a riding tour on excellent riding paths through lava fields. After the riding tour we go exploring this magnificent lava cave.

25790 .

  • Duration

    1
  • Riding skills

    Easy
  • Daily departures

    13:00

Country Comfort from Myrkholt

This tour is ideal for families, groups, and guests traveling on their own. If you want to experience the Icelandic horse, it’s quality and stamina while enjoying the breathtaking nature in the surrounding area around Myrkholt farm which is situated…

9500 .

  • Duration

    2
  • Riding skills

    Easy
  • Daily departures

    10:00 & 14:00

Nature and Horses from Myrkholt

Join us for a breathtaking ride in the surrounding area around Myrkholt farm, which is situated between Geysir geothermal area and Gullfoss waterfall. This tour is a great for those who want to ride longer and perhaps try the gates…

12200 .

  • Duration

    5
  • Riding skills

    Demanding
  • Daily departures

    11:00

Gullfoss Riding Tour from Myrkholt

This tour is ideal for experienced riders. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery at Gullfoss waterfall and Geysir geothermal area on a horseback ride. You will experience the special gait of the Icelandic horse, tölt. We ride from our farm Myrkholt, towards…

22000 .

  • Duration

    4
  • Riding skills

    Experienced riders
  • Daily departures

    Daily at 13:00

Black Beach Riding Tour – From Efri-Ulfsstadir

In this riding tour, we will explore both the Icelandic horse and the dramatic landscape our surroundings have to offer. Rough terrain all covered by grass and moss, riding along the river to one of Iceland’s largest black sandy beaches.…

16500 .

  • Duration

    2
  • Riding skills

    Easy
  • Daily departures

    Daily at 10:00 & 14:00

River Tour – From Efri-Ulfsstadir

Experience the Icelandic horse in a beautiful nature on the south coast. You will ride on a trail along the river towards the black sandy beach, through the rough terrain which is all covered in moss. You might also see…

12200 .

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220 Hafnarfjörður
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+354 555 7000
info@ishestar.is
  • The Icelandic Horse
  • Our Horse Center
    • Book lunch
  • Blog
  • About Us
    • Íshestar’s Saga
    • Íshestar Animal Welfare Policy
    • Team Members
    • Where are we?
  • Námskeið
    • Hvataferðir
    • Reiðnámskeið fyrir fullorðna
    • Barnaafmæli hjá Íshestum
    • Reiðskóli sumarið 2019
    • Hestur í Fóstur

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