Beach & Lava Ride

FEEL THE FREEDOM OF RIDING!

Iceland in a nutshell: On this ride you experience the extensive lava fields and vocanoes of the Reykjanes peninsula and also  the legendary beauty and dramatic landscapes of Snæfellsnes Peninsula, on horse back. You ride around the extinct volcano Helgafell and also the smooth gait tölt over long distances on wide-open, light-colored sand at Löngufjörur beach, where only the tide sets a boundary to the freedom of horse and man.

Round up your tour with optional whale watching or a SPA visit in the Sky Lagoon

Ólöf and Siggi at Stóri-Kálfalækur operate this tour, click here to get to know them better.

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€1.590


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    DURATION

    3 nights - 4 riding days

    RIDING SKILLS

    Intermediate – Advanced riders

    DEPARTURES

    Dates 2023: June 20-23 • July 4-7 • August 1-4 • 15-18 • 29-1 September

    ACCOMMODATION

    Accommodation in made up beds in shared rooms. Accommodation before and after the ride to be arranged individually.

    NOTE

    Knee-high rubber boots are recommended for this ride.

    WHAT IS INCLUDED

    Bus transfer from Reykjavík to the farm.

    During the ride full board is provided. Our menu consists of a large breakfast and traditional Icelandic meals (fish or lamb). Vegetarian meals are available on request when booking. All riders make their own packed lunch from the breakfast table.

    ATTENTION

    Individual travel insurance is not included in the tour price. We encourage clients to obtain relevant travel insurance before visiting Iceland.

    Alcoholic beverages are not included in the tour price, but you are free to bring them.

    Flight to and from Iceland is not included

    Rain wear, water bottle, saddle bag, riding helmet.

    Tour Map

    Day 1:  The Sky is the limit
    We pick you up in Reykjavik at 11 am and drive to the stables where we have a picnic lunch. Then we find the perfect horse for each rider and have an introduction on how to ride on an Icelandic horse. Now we are ready to start the adventures. Our ride takes us through fields of lupins and ancient lava fields. The paths are nice and easy, so we get to tölt with the horses most of the track. (app. 3 hours, 15 km) After the ride we visit the Sky lagoon for a soak and amazing views from the infinity pool (optional, add to your booking). Transfer (individual) to the hotel in Hafnarfjördur and dinner there.


    Day 2: Around the volcano

    After breakfast we head out riding again, we enjoy the scenery and we will see Mt. Helgafell (338 m), it is located in a active volcanic region with the last eruption in the 13th or 14th century. We ride through moss covered lava fields and past volcanoes. This ride takes us through moon like landscapes and blueberry covered hills. We stop at some caves and can see as far as Snæfellsnes on a clear day on our way back. (app. 3 hours, 15 km)

    After a picnic lunch you can embark on a boat for a whale watching tour (optional, add it to your booking) or just enjoy a free afternoon in Reykjavik. At 17:30 our transfer will pick you up and drive you up North to the farm in Snæfellsnes, where the adventure continues. You join another group there for a hearty home cooked dinner and can soak in the hut tub.

    Day 3. Let the sea set you free
    For the next two days we will be riding with a big herd of loose running horses and change horses during the day. We enjoy a great day on the beach, with the sea on our right side and mountain panorama to our left. We tölt through the dunes and cross tidal rivers.  (approx. 29 km or 5 hours)


    Day 4. Where lava and water meet
    Another stunning day at the Atlantic Ocean. The sand turns black as we follow the outline of the Eldborg lava field. The coast is rugged and we ride through vast, spectacular fjords at low tide and cross rivers on the way. Watch out for eagles on the rocks and horses running free in the dunes! After an Imbiss at the farm we bring you back to Reykjavík. (approx. 33 km or 5-6 hours)


    Return to Reykjavik in the evening (back at app. 21:30)

    – We reserve the right to alter the itinerary if necessary –

    USEFUL INFORMATION

    Airport Transfer

    We recommend you to book with Airport direct, as they have the most frequent departures.

    Keflavik - Reykjavik (Bus hostel)

    Reykjavik (Bus hostel) - Keflavik

     

    Terms & Conditions:
    If you book online you will be asked to pay the full amount. Please contact us for different payment options.

    Liability:
    Íshestar reserves the right to alter routes, itineraries or timetables without prior notice, should the necessity arise. No liability is accepted for loss or expenses due to delays or changes of arrival or departures of flights or other services, injury, sickness, accident, strikes, damage, negligence, weather, wars or other causes outside the control of Íshestar. All such losses and expenses are the personal liability of the traveler. The estimated duration of tours as indicated by km or timing can change according to road or weather conditions.

    For more information please see also our Frequent Asked Questions and/or contact us at ishestar@ishestar.is

    ACCOMMODATION

    Stóri Kálfalækur Farm

     

    Stóri-Kálfalækur Farm, the home of our farmers Siggi and Ólöf is situated in rich farmland close to the ocean and the wonderful beaches of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. It’s a renovated farmhouse with a sleeping up to 20 persons so it’s plenty of space for everybody. Large kitchen and a spacious dining room. Together with the well-known hospitality of your hosts this will make an excellent place to stay.
    • Number of rooms:  8 (2-4 bedded)
    • Number of beds:  20
    • Outdoor jacuzzi:  Yes
    • Number of showers:  5
    • GSM connection:  Yes, but not good
    • WiFi: No
    • Made up beds: Yes
    • Number of WC:  5