Reykjavik · HORSES
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Below are the 8 best horse riding tours leaving Reykjavik right now: what each one costs, how long it runs, and which kind of traveller it suits. Start at number one; it earned the spot.
Ride Icelandic horses through red lava fields from Reykjavik. 2.5 hours, beginner-friendly with pickup, helmets, rainwear, and tea/coffee.
“Everything about the tour was amazing. The horses were pleasant and followed directions. only thing is I wish there was more time to take pictures of the landscape. They did stop once and took a group picture which was nice.”
Ride Icelandic horses through lava fields near Reykjavik with warm gear, helmet and boots, optional pickup, and the smooth tölt gait.
“First time riding today on the horses- I had Sammy and my partner had Freya. The staff were very nice and made me feel calm on the horse. I really enjoyed the morning and felt it was an appropriate tour to do in Iceland. Would recommend.”
Icelandic horseback riding with Reykjavik pickup, smooth tölt gait, ability-based groups, and warm drinks after a scenic 2-hour ride.
“The ride was quite nice and we were able to ride fast as well! The family loved the opportunity to get back on a horse. It was fun for me as well as I haven’t been on a horse in 50 years. Everything comes back quickly though!”
Reykjavik hotel pickup and 3.5-hour horseback ride with Icelandic horses at Laxnes Horse Farm. Gear included, warm drinks after.
“Great guides, amazing views, friendly horses! You won't be disappointed. The place has a long history, lots to see and hear about.”
Ride calm Icelandic horses through red lava near Reykjavík, with rain/winter gear, route options, and a tolt gait taste—beginner-friendly.
“The tour guides were knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. We had a range from tipping adults to old and the ride was well suited for all ages. Beautiful view. Would love to come back and do it again in the summer.”
Small-group Golden Circle tour from Reykjavik with Kerið, geysers, Gullfoss, Þingvellir, plus Friðheimar horses and tomato tasting.
“The trip was fantastic and the guide was great. Really enjoyed out time and the trip was packed with information and Greta spots”
Calm horseback ride near Reykjavik, small-group and beginner-friendly, with Tölt training, lava scenery at Rauðhólar, and hot tea after.
“We had only one other couple in our group, so it was almost a private tour! Though the weather was foul (hey, March in Iceland!) we still had a super fun time with Viking Horses. Sweet horses, friendly staff, highly recommend!”
Silver Circle day trip from Reykjavik with included lava cave, waterfalls, hot springs, and Icelandic horses. Small groups and Wi-Fi.
“Our guide was knowledgeable and pleasant. The bus was only half full, suggesting this was less popular than the Golden Circle, although having done both, we enjoyed this tour much more! The half-empty coach meant we had room to store our winter gear and backpacks in the vacant seats, aside from on our laps, that is, leaving us feeling less cramped and uncomfortable than our other bus tours. We also ran into far fewer tourists than on the Golden Circle tour, providing a greater sense of intimacy, solitude and peace. The first hike, to the Glanni Waterfall, was short but icy. We were pleased to be given crampons to use,…”
Viking-style Icelandic horse ride plus Golden Circle stops from Reykjavik: Thingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, Strokkur with pickup included.
“Of course the horseback ride. The farm was professional and well managed. Horses were well broken and not “soured”. The bus trip took my sister and me to beautiful and interesting places. Would love to go on this tour again”
Ride Iceland’s purebred horses through Reykjadalur’s hot-spring valley, learn the tölt gait, and stay comfy with gear and tea.
“Great experience we really enjoyed ourselves lovely horses and beautiful scenery and the guides were really friendly and knowledgeable. If winter put lots of layers on when you think k you have enough add a few more as soooo cold.”
A small-group west Iceland day: lava cave, epic waterfalls, historic Reykholt hot spring, and time at an Icelandic horse farm.
“Our guide was fantastic! The weather was difficult due to snow, however Colin handled it with ease. The trip itself was spectacular and we would highly recommend seeing the lava caves in winter due to the magical ice sculptures created inside.”
Ride Icelandic horses near Reykjavik for 2 hours, practice tölt, and see Redhill’s glacier- and volcano-carved terrain in a small group.
“Very professional, they really know their stuff and the horses are well looked after.”
