Horse Riding · REYKJAVIK
Lava fields start twenty minutes out of the city and the horses are bred for them. These 15 rides are compared on pickup, duration and how much of the tolt you actually get to do.
Ride Icelandic horses through red lava fields near Reykjavik, with beginner-friendly guides, optional pickup, warm gear, and dramatic scenery.
“It was a pleasant activity! g Prepare your gloves and wool socks for the trip - it will get cold during the wintertime.”
Ride Icelandic horses through lava fields near Reykjavik, with friendly guides, warm gear, optional pickup, and a choice of gentle or faster riding.
“This tour was absolutely amazing! If you’re ever trying to figure out whether to do this or something else then definitely without hesitation pick this tour!! The horses are beautiful and well cared for and all the staff our very sweet and helpful. All equipment needed is provided and everything is well explained both before the tour and on the morning of the tour. The guides are all very knowledgeable and patient! You will start as a larger group then split into a beginner and experienced group (in which you can trot and tölt). Overall amazing experience, amazing views and wonderful time spent with horses - truly couldn’t recommend this…”
Ride Icelandic horses through lava fields near Reykjavik, with beginner-friendly guides, warm gear, scenic routes, and optional hotel pickup.
“Great way to connect with nature and enjoy the best scenery. Make sure you don’t take your nice expensive shoes as they will get ruined.”
Ride gentle Icelandic horses through countryside, lava fields, and river crossings near Reykjavik, with pickup, riding gear, and warm drinks included.
“Wife took this and was very happy. The vendor was very good for pickup and drop off as we were trying to get on the cruise ship. They did pickup at one point and drop off at the ship. Because cruise ship changed our hotel reservations, the vendor had to change where they picked her up. The horse ride was her main reason to come to Iceland and she was not disappointed.”
Ride Icelandic horses through 5,000-year-old lava fields near Reykjavik, with beginner-friendly guides, pickup options, and all-weather gear.
“The most magical experience. The horses were so lovely and the guides were womderful. Highly recommend.”
Review of BusTravel Iceland’s 9-hour Golden Circle tour with Kerid Crater, Fridheimar farm, Icelandic horses, tomatoes, Gullfoss, and Thingvellir.
“This was a wonderful tour of the key sites in Iceland that everyone should do at least once in Iceland! The tour guide was so knowledgeable and funny, giving all kinds of tidbits including what angles to get great photos.”
Ride Icelandic horses from Reykjavik to Rauðhólar, with small-group guidance, hotel pickup, volcanic views, and coffee with local hosts.
“It was really amazing and a magic tour 🥰 my fiancé and I had an beautiful time. Really lovely guides, a private pickup and hot beverages, as the other two who booked the tour didn’t show up it was only us and the guide „Sarah“, and our amazing horses chocolate and Hercules. Amazing scenery and beautiful time 🥰 next time we’re in Iceland we’ll do that definitely again 😍 thanks Víggo and crew for this one in a lifetime moment ❤️”
Review of Iceland’s Silver Circle tour with lava cave, waterfalls, hot springs, horses, Wi-Fi, pricing, tips, and who should book.
“Great way to see a lot in one day. Got to brush and feed the horses. The Lava cave was very enjoyable. Just enough walking under ground. Lil chilly down there though, so bundle up. The waterfalls were amazing.”
Ride Icelandic horses near Reykjavik, then visit Thingvellir, Geysir, Strokkur, and Gullfoss on a full-day Golden Circle tour.
“Riding the Icelandic horses was a stellar experience. The bus trip around the Golden Circle was also wonderful. Our guide was knowledgeable and lovely.”
Explore West Iceland on a 10-hour tour with lava caves, waterfalls, hot springs, Icelandic horses, and historic Reykholt.
“We loved all our stops and our guide Thor was very fun and entertaining. Thank you”
Ride Icelandic horses through volcanic terrain near Reykjavík, learn the tölt, and enjoy a small-group tour with caring guides.
“Fantastic tour with the Iceland Horses. Very friendly and well organized tour guides! I really can recommend this tour !”
Review of Íshestar’s Viking Horseback Tour from Reykjavík, with Icelandic horses, tölting, cantering, lava fields, gear, costs, and riding tips.
“Wow! This was an amazing experience, to ride these gorgeous horses in this breathtaking landscape and experience their unique gaits was a real highlight of our holiday, just wish we’d booked the full day!”
Ride an Icelandic horse, enjoy lunch, and see Þingvellir, Geysir, and Gullfoss on a practical full-day tour from Reykjavik.
“Perfect combination of activities. Quick transfer from central Reykjavík to the riding centre, horses were well looked after and guides were friendly. Whilst the riding could be done by beginners, I think some riding experience would be beneficial. The golden circle tour afterwards was great, ticking off all the main attractions and with a very knowledgeable guide.”
Review of Ishestar’s 50-minute beginner horseback ride near Reykjavik, with lava fields, Bláfjöll views, Icelandic horses, price, and tips.
“Our tour guide was Barbora and she was great! We lucked out and got a private tour. We were able to have coffee when we arrived and go into the stable before we had to watch the safety video. We got to personally know our guide which was great! When we arrived back at the barn we were able to hangout with the horses in the stable before we left. Would definitly recommend!”
Ride Icelandic horses near Reykjavík, learn the smooth tölt, enjoy Úlfarsfell views, and get a private lesson suited to your riding level.
“Riding guides were extremely kind and helpful. The ride itself was gorgeous and the horses were very friendly and well trained. One could tell a lot of love went into the training and care of the horses. Also being taught how to ride the Icelandic way was a fun bonus.”
Sand, desert, mountain, jungle or ranch.
