Beginner Horseback Riding Tour in Iceland's Lava Fields near Reykjavík

Explore the incredible landscapes of Iceland on a guided horseback riding tour near Reykjavík!

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From€120
2 hrs
Everybody welcome
From 7 years-old and up
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Practical information

Course of events

- Arrival at the meeting point in Hafnarfjörður near Reykjavík (please arrive at least 30 minutes before the departure time)

- Meet your experienced instructor

- Safety and itinerary briefing

- Receive a helmet, rubber boots, and rainwear/warm overalls (if needed)

- Meet your new horse friend!

- Introduction to horseback riding and horseback riding techniques

- Groups are organized according to riding levels

- The adventure begins!

- Ride on scenic paths near the lava fields and green hillsides

- Return to the horse farm and original departure point in Hafnarfjörður near Reykjavík

- Say farewell to your new horse friend

- Enjoy a coffee, tea, or hot chocolate

Activity requirements

Please be advised that all children must be accompanied by an adult.

The weight limit for this excursion is 110 kg/240 lbs.

In addition, guests must be able to mount the horse on their own from the ground.

Special terms

Please arrive at the meeting point at least 30 minutes before the departure time.

This horseback riding excursion's difficulty level is labelled as 'easy' and is suitable for beginners.

Reykjavík transfers are NOT included for this excursion.

This tour's duration ranges from 1.5 to 2 hours.

While participants cannot ride with bags or backpacks, complimentary safety storage are available to store any valuables during the activity.

Meeting point:
Íshestar Horse Riding Centre, Sörlaskeið 26, 220 Hafnarfjörður, Iceland
Spoken languages:English, Icelandic, German
Included
  • Instructor
  • Helmet
  • Rubber boots
  • Rainwear
  • Warm overalls
  • Coffee, tea, or hot chocolate
Excluded
  • Hotel transfers
Do not forget to bring
  • Weather appropriate clothing
  • Warm layers
  • Gloves
  • Hat
  • Water
  • Snack