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Private Icelandic Horseback Ride: Matched to Skill Level

About this experience

This private tour is perfect for anyone! From total beginners and young children to the most experienced of riders. Your friendly guides tailor the ride to match your skill level and preferences, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all. We have calm, reliable horses for those looking for a relaxed ride, and for more experienced riders, we also offer powerful, spirited horses ready for an adventure.

Meeting time is 30 minute prior to tour departure.

At a glance

  • Duration: 50 min
  • Private experience

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Private Icelandic Horseback Ride: Matched to Skill Level

Plan your experience

Time on the tour50 min
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 50 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Riding helmets, rubber boots, rain wear or warm overalls.
  • Coffee, tea & hot chocolate

Itinerary and highlights

Escape the crowds and experience the Icelandic horse like never before on the new Exclusive Private Tour. Experience the Icelandic horse surrounded by amazing nature right outside Reykjavík’s city center. The friendly horses and specially trained guides will take you on a horseback riding tour on excellent riding paths where you can experience the unique Icelandic horse while enjoying beautiful scenery full of lava fields and green hillsides.⁣ ⁣⁣

Meeting and pickup information

  • Please be at our stables 30 minutes before tour departure for preparations.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Ishestar

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • "please connect to your tour provider to confirm your pickup location if you have selected the pickup option as they might not offer pickup at your selected location" 🙂
  • The weight limit for all our tours is 110 kg/240 lbs and it is the responsibility of each rider to assess whether they are physically able to take part in the trip, including getting on and off the horses of their own accord from the ground..

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 50 min.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 5–15; Adult tickets: age 16+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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