Beach & Lava Ride

Iceland in a nutshell

 

On this ride, you experience the extensive lava fields and volcanoes of the Reykjanes peninsula and also the legendary beauty and dramatic landscapes of Iceland´s South on horseback. You ride around the extinct volcano Helgafell and also the smooth gait tölt over long distances on wide-open, black sand beach with views as far as the Westman Islands and Eyjafjallajoekull, 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

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    DURATION

    3 nights - 4 riding days

    RIDING SKILLS

    Intermediate – Advanced riders

    DEPARTURES

    Dates 2024: 23rd-26th of May, 13th-16th of June and 19th-22nd of August. More departures can be arranged upon request.

    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.

     

    Rain wear, water bottle, saddle bag, riding helmet are also included.

    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

    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 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 an nice introduction to the tölt (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 and moon like landscapes.  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 South to the farm in Grimstadir, where the adventure continues.

     

    Day 3. Black Beach Riding

    For the next two days we will be riding on a black sand beach. We enjoy a great day on the beach, with the sea on one side and mountain panorama with the spectacular Eyjafjallajökull on the other side. We tölt through the dunes and cross tidal rivers.  (App. 3-4 hours riding). In the afternoon we embark on a sightseeing tour to see one of the most spectacular waterfall of the South and the black cliffs of Reynisfjara.

     

    Day 4. Let the sea set you free

    We are off to another ride on the Black Beach and enjoy the smooth tolt of our horses on the sand. After the ride we discover even more waterfalls on both sides of the Markafljot river (Gluggafoss and Seljalandsfoss). After an imbiss at around 6pm we drive you back to Reykjavik.

    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