Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour with Pickup Option from Reykjavik
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
Riding the Icelandic horse is a must-do at least once during your visit. It connects you to Icelandic history and allows you to experience the most authentic travel method there is in Iceland. The Lava tour is a more popular and ideal adventure for beginners as well as experienced riders. During the tour you will ride in beautiful landscapes through lava fields, green hillsides and enjoy a mountain view. For 1.5 to 2 hours, or 4 hours with transfer, your tour offers you a relaxing coffee, tea, or hot chocolate. Included are riding helmets, rubber boots, rain wear, or warm outfit for your ride.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult
Age limit is 7 years old
Weight limit is 110kg/240lbs
Used riding gear is not allowed on the tour or near the horses
If you arrive in your own car please be at the stables 30 minutes before your tour starts
Due to possible harm to unborn children, pregnant women cannot ride on our tours
All riders must be able to mount the horse by their own strength from the ground
In our tours up to two children or youth may travel with each adult, paying full fare
What To Expect
Before the riding tour starts we organize the groups according to riding ability to ensure everyone gets an experience and adventure they want! The slow group will mostly walk and the faster group will ride at a faster pace. If you like to gallop we recommend our exclusive horseback riding tour. We recommend that children under the age of 12 stay in the slower group with their guardians unless they are used to riding horses. Our stables are located a short 20-minute drive outside of Reykjavik’s city center. This horseback riding tour is a perfect way to experience the versatility of Icelandic nature in only 1.5-2 hours.
Options
With Transfer
10AM or 2PM w/pick up: 1.5-2 hrs horseback riding tour - 10:00AM with pick-up at 08:45AM - 2:00PM with pick up at 12:45PM Pickup included
Self Drive
Self Drive - Meet on location: 1.5-2hrs horseback riding tour at 10:00AM or 2:00PM. Self drive with meeting time 30 minutes before tour departure.
What‘s Included
Helmets, rubber boots, rain gear and warm overall
Coffee, tea, or hot chocolate
Pre-booked pick-up and drop-off from pick up points in Reykjavik, unless specified with tour option
Please connect with your operator to confirm pickup location, as it might be from a nearby bus stop.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1,195 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Lovely tölting the last few days.
Happiness66327680445,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00(And Trip Advisor ) The last two days were extra special as I was given a fabulous horse who tölted well. So smooth. Safe yet forward. Not all of them tölt well, so I will be sure to ask in the future to avoid bumpy horses . The guides were lovely and the horses are well cared for and loved.
A great afternoon/ recommend
andrea t,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.002 adults and 2 children aged 9 and 10 had a fantastic afternoon. We were fortunate to have good weather and throughly enjoyed the beautiful trail. All non riders, we had calm, lovely horses. The people who work there clearly love the horses and treat them so well. They were very kind and helpful and made the experience. We would all highly recommend.
A must do experience!
Meghan P,May 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I am so glad we did this experience! I learned so much about the Icelandic horses and got to spend a lot of time with them. They are so beautiful and friendly. We took a two hour ride through an 8000-year-old lava field and it was incredible. This is a unique and cool way to experience the land. Our guides were kind and fun and made sure we were well cared for. The ride accommodated all experience levels. I would absolutely do this again.
Brilliant horse riding experience
larssF4513TT,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My second time at Ishestar, brilliant place. The riding tour is adapted to the skill levels of the participants and the group is sometimes (not this time) split in two on this basis. Fantastic staff, they even went out of their way to let me meet the horse I had on the last visit (don't think he remembered me though, haha).
Great experience
N3560HXritab,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were a party of 9 and the pick up went very smoothly. The day was very well organised and the staff that rosé with us where very friendly and made us all feel safe. I would highly recommend Íshestar. You will not be disappointed.
The pick up was super...
Tanya P,May 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The pick up was super convenient and the ladies that lead the group were friendly and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend.
Amazing experience!
ticibarral,May 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing time horseback riding! The guides were extremely patient and nice, the riding was calm, enjoyable and beautiful. Highly recommend!
The wonderful Horse treck
Global08859188815,May 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The staff and especially the Girls who looked after us on the ride were absolutely wonderful, they really looked after us. They were very informative and chatted about everything and anything you wanted. Everyone was very professional. The horses were so sweet and knew where to go anyway 😅
Highlight of our trip to Iceland
Marilyn L,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The place is easy to find. I’m a beginner in horse riding, and the coaches provide us a lot of comfort throughout the journey. They are very friendly, knowledgeable and passionate about horses. Horses are well trained and overall very smooth and enjoyable riding. I had a great time and will definitely recommend others to join this tour.
Amazing experience for experienced rider
329anastasiaz,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was amazing for an experienced rider! I usually don't go to "touristy" horse tours, since they mostly oriented on beginners with subpar boring horses. However, here I was offered a horse matching my skill level and he was the love horse from the first sight (very responsive and gentle, alert, but safe). I also noticed that beginners in a group seemingly enjoyed their experience too. Pick up/drop off option is also very convenient. Highly recommend!
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