Black Sand Beach Horse Riding Tour from Vik

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour

Mobile ticket

We offer scenic riding tours on the beautiful black sand beaches of Vík, South Iceland.

Our Black Beach Riding Tour is an easy-going one hour ride perfectly suited for beginners and people who don’t go horse riding often, but we welcome riders of all abilities. Our horses are friendly and sure-footed, perfect to enjoy the wild Icelandic terrain. In the summer there is a chance to spot puffins flying above us, and in winter the ever-changing weather highlights the rugged beauty of the landscape.

The tours are mostly at walking speed, but for those who are capable there is the chance to try some tölt, the special gait of the Icelandic horse.

Please note we have a weight limit of 100kg / 220lb, and riders must be aged 10+. We are committed to the welfare of our horses and reserve the right to ask riders to step on a scale. We ask you to arrive at the stable 15 minutes before departure.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Weight Limit: 100 kg/ 220 lb

Age: 10 and up

Not allowed for pregnant travelers

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Icelandic horse

Helmet

Shoes

What To Expect

Our stable is the start and ending point for our horseback rides. The ride will lead us along our local black sand beaches at Vík í Mýrdal, called Víkurfjara. Minimum age 10 years, maximum weight 100kg/220lb, unfortunately no pregnant people can ride. We reserve the right to ask riders to step on a scale.

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Black Sand Beach Horse Riding Tour from Vik

Reviews

4.75

481 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

421

Very nice activity, advice
dilettagrazioli,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very nice activity, both for beginners and horseback riding enthusiasts. Beautiful landscapes very suggestive.
Black sand beach horse ride.
VICTORIA D,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was a wonderful experience. You can see how much the horses are cared for and how well they maintain the stable. The guides aim to give you a safe and memorable experience. I would definitely recommend.
A good experience
barrettweiser,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Sadly our actual ride was cancelled at the last minute due to high winds on the black sand beach. Safety of the horses and riders is the primary concern of the stable. However, we did get to walk around and talk to and pet the horses. They are cute and beautiful at the same time. We will definitely come back to Iceland and try again.
Horseback Riding on Black Sand Beach
Dominique W,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This small and family-run stable was absolutely adorable! My group was small and intimate and I felt comfortable having conversations with the two tour guides. It was almost like a private tour! The horses were very friendly and much smaller than any I have ever seen. I appreciated the route we went on, and even was able to trot with the horse- something I have never done before! A super fun experience you must try when you are in Iceland!
Best part of our trip
Kseniya K,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We were blessed with perfect weather and great guides to take us on the beautiful black sand beach. The ride is one hour long. The horses are funny and friendly and the tour guides were engaging along the entire ride. Definitely one of the best highlights of our trip.
Nice ride
pollinka12,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a beautiful place to ride Dear people, ride was well arranged and my daughter could ride independently (without adults). For us ride of 1 hour was sufficient and Eva loved the horse
Beautiful experience
H7057YWmicheller,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My husband and I had such a great time on this horse riding tour! The horses were so sweet and gentle. The ride was easy-going, the staff was so friendly and the view was beautiful. It was my husband's first time horseback riding so it's beginner friendly as well. We also loved meeting Pumba, the stable cat. ❤️
This was the best thing I...
NoemiKrisztina V,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was the best thing I had in Iceland. Absolutely recommend. Fortunately, the weather was also nice. The horses were smart and sweet. The guides made sure everyone was safe.
Truly Wonderful Experience
Evie-P33,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A truly wonderful experience, matched us to the correct horses perfectly and suitable for beginners and more experienced riders too! My husband and I went on the ride and he has had no riding experience so was matched to a quieter horse whereas I was able to ride a slightly more responsive horse. The guides were so welcoming and friendly and really chatty when we were out on the ride. They pitched their advice/instructions to the right level for each rider whether experienced or not and gave clear instructions to those less experienced in the group. The highlight was getting to try the tolt gait! Pony’s all really quiet, friendly, and obviously really well cared for by the team. Would absolutely love to do it again! Highly recommend!
Lovely sunset horseback tour
Braden S,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Lovely beach walk with a great group of people. We went at sunset and it was absolutely gorgeous. They took photos for us on our horses who were very well behaved. They even let you tölt (run/jog) for a while at the end. Such a fun experience!