Black Sand Beach Horseback Riding Tour in South Iceland from Vík í Mýrdal

Vík í Mýrdal is a small village on the southern coast of Iceland, located about 180 kilometres (112 miles) southeast of Reykjavík. On this horseback riding tour in Vík í Mýrdal, you'll discover its famous black sand beaches!

The horseback riding in Vík begins at the stables, where you'll be greeted by your certified instructor and meet the majestic Icelandic horses. You can choose from two different options when booking this adventure. The Black Beach Riding Tour is suitable for beginners and those who don't go horseback riding often. It will be a slow and easy pace, but welcomes riders of all abilities. The tour lasts 1 hour and is available year-round.

The Family Beach Riding Tour is tailored towards children from ages 6 and up. The guides will lead the horses on a slow walk for 30 minutes, and family members are welcome to join either as riders or walking alongside the horses. This option is only available in the summer months. After getting acquainted with the friendly horses, you'll receive a safety briefing and riding instructions. The guide will also provide the safety equipment, including a helmet. You'll mount the horses directly from the ground and then, the horseback riding tour from Vík begins!

You'll set off on a slow walk to the incredible black sand beaches, formed from Iceland's volcanic activity. Throughout the black sand beach horse riding tour, you'll experience the mesmerising beauty of Iceland's southern coast. In the summer, you may even spot puffins flying in the sky! For more skilled riders, the guide will give you the opportunity to try some tölt, the special gait of the Icelandic horse. At the end of the adventure, you'll return to the stables in Vík í Mýrdal.

Don't miss this special horseback riding excursion to the black sand beaches of Vík í Mýrdal!