Black Sand Beach Horse Riding Tour from Vik

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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

4.76

440 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Had a blast taking in the...

    Jamie M,

    Jul 31, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Had a blast taking in the Black Beach on horseback! All the staff and beautiful horses are super friendly!

  • Wonderful experience!!!!

    Agnieszka N,

    Jul 29, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    That was one of the best experience in my life❤️ . Very nice people and wonderful horses. First time on horseback and I managed without any problems. I highly recommend it!!! 😎👍

  • Very nice guides and...

    Patricia B,

    Jul 22, 2025

    - Viator

    3.00

    very nice guides and nice beach but far too big group, mass handling, and very touristy. Who is looking for an authentic riding experience is wrong here

  • Well organized and fun...

    Jonathan L,

    Jul 18, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Well organized and fun experience. Even got to see a whale on horseback. Our entire group were able to try the tolt.

  • Horses Hector, Sintri and Edi

    LUCIJA K,

    Jul 13, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Very nice and fun, the instructors were great, the horses versatile, each of them with its own character, there was a slightly faster riding part at the end, the black beach is wow!

From EUR 105

4.76
440 reviews