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From Reykjavík, Icelandic Horse Riding Tour in Lava Fields


Íshestar Riding Tours


Embark on a guided horse-riding tour in the Reykjavík area and take on the scenic riding trails beyond the capital. Cross lava fields on horseback and look out for interesting rocks, flora, and fauna.


Íshestar Riding Center



Seeing Iceland’s volcanic fields on a horse, with local guides who know the area like the back of their hands on this 1.5-2 hour horse-riding excursion from Reykjavík, with optional hotel transfers. Enjoy friendly horses on excellent riding paths at the Íshestar Stables in Hafnarfjörður.
Ride through lava fields and along beautiful green hillsides. Look for different rock formations in the lava while experiencing the special gait of these horses, known as tölt.

The Íshestar Stables are unique in Iceland with fantastic facilities set in beautiful surroundings just outside the town of Hafnarfjörður, about a 20-minute drive from Reykjavík. The facilities and the fascinating area provide endless opportunities for riding, hiking, and other outdoor activities.

The changing room of the Stables is well-equipped. All customers are provided with warm overalls, rain gear, riding boots, and helmets in their sizes. The Íshestar staff take pride in finding horses to suit individual needs, as well as secure the safety of everybody.



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Duration 2 - 4 hours

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Live tour guide

English, German, Icelandic

Pickup optional

Pickup starts 60 minutes before the tour departure time. Note that pickup is possible only from hotels or main guesthouses. If you are staying in a private flat, the closest pickup point will be communicated to you by email prior to your tour.

from € 106 per person
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About this experience

Itinerary
  • Starting/pickup location
  • Depends on the selected option
  • Hafnarfjörður
  • Horse riding (1.5 hours)
  • 20 drop-off locations:
  • Rauðarárstígur 8, Laufásvegur 4, Snorrabraut / Hlemmur, storm hotel, Bus stop #1 - Ráðhúsið - City Hall, Hótel Klettur, Hagatorg 1, Sölvhólsgata 13, Harpa, Eyja Guldsmeden Hotel, Snorrabraut 37, Bus Stop #12 Höfðatorg, Lækjargata 4, Hverfisgata 10, Laugavegur 118, BSÍ Parking, Geðhjálp, Hellubraut 8, Eiríksgata 2, Suðurlandsbraut 2
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  • Main stop
  • For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
  • Highlights
  • Pass through lava fields and along green hillsides
  • Enjoy beautiful surroundings as you ride
  • Make use of some of the best riding facilities in Iceland
  • Includes
  • Horse riding as per itinerary
  • Riding helmets
  • Rubber boots
  • Rainwear or a warm outfit during the ride
  • English and Scandinavian-speaking guidance
  • Return transfer (optional)
  • Not suitable for
  • Children under 7 years
  • People over 243 lbs (110 kg)

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