Lava tour by horse from Reykjavík

Activity: Horseback Riding, Countryside Tours

Languages spoken: English

Duration: 4 hrs

Difficulty: Easy

Minimum age: 8

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Highlights

Witness the endless rugged lava fields
View the inactive Mount Helgafell volcano
Catch a glimpse of the Bláfjöll mountains
Horseriding on the special Icelandic horse

All about the trip

On this lovely adventure, you will enjoy Icelandic horses, excellent riding paths, and breathtaking scenery. The Icelandic horse is known for its gentle, friendly disposition; much like the people. The horse is a pleasure to ride on from novice to expert. The riding duration is about 1.5 to 2 hours accompanied by a guide for safety and comfort. The journey will take you through rugged lava fields surrounding Mount Helgafell volcano known for its lush greenery. You will also see the rolling hillsides of the Bláfjöll mountains towering over the horizon. If you love scenery and horses, this is not a tour to miss!

Join us and let us show you the beauty that Iceland has to offer.

What is included in the price

1.5 - 2 hour guided riding tour
Hire of all equipment needed for riding (rubber boots, rain gear or a warm outfit and protective helmet)

What is not included in the price

Insurance
Beverages
Meals
Hotel pick-up from Reykjavik (available for an extra fee)

No children under 8 years old.
Due to safety reasons, no pregnant women are allowed on this tour.
Please note that the weight limit is 110kg or 240lbs, the Icelandic horse is small but mighty!

Instructions

Please note that it is not allowed to ride with bags or backpacks whilst on the horse. Íshestar provides complimentary safety boxes at the stables for your valuables.

If you plan to bring your own gear, please heed the advice below:

Riding gear (riding boots, riding trousers, jackets, hats, gloves, etc.) needs to be washed (40°C), dry cleaned or disinfected before arriving in Iceland. Used leather gear may not be brought into the country.

http://www.mast.is/english/frontpage/import-export/import/ridingequipment/

What to take with you?

We recommend wearing warm clothes, good shoes, hat, and gloves.
Snacks
Bottled water

Where do we meet and where will the trip end?

Meeting place:

Your hotel in Reykjavík

Meeting place information:

The meeting point will be specified after booking

Final destination:

Same as the meeting point

Cancellation Policy - Benevolent

Cancellation more than 4 days prior to the starting date. Clients are automatically refunded the full booking price.
Cancellation within 48 to 96 hours prior to the starting date. Clients are entitled to a 50% refund of the booking price.
Cancellation less than 48 hours prior to the starting date. No refunds.

The full Terms and Conditions are available on our website.