RANCH TRAVEL GUIDE
The rides worth saddling up for.
The 12 iceland ranch tours travellers book most, gathered in one place. Where each ride takes you, how long you are in the saddle, who runs the stable, and what a morning on horseback costs.
Two-hour Icelandic horse ride from Reykjavik with tölt lessons, lava-field scenery, ability-based groups, and pickup options.
Most Popular“Fabulous staff, loving horses, calm and peaceful. Beautiful scenery. Just the right amount of time! Provided heavy duty rain gear just in case of rain... and sure enough it did rain so take the gear!!”
Reykjavik pickup for Icelandic horseback riding with warm gear, gentle horses on countryside trails, and hot cocoa at the stables.
“This place has been here for a long time, apparently it’s well known. A group of us went 12/26, they picked us up & took us to the stables, they outfitted us in warm dry overalls & helmet, picked out a horse for each of us and we went on a very pleasant trail ride…”
Guided ride on Icelandic horses along Vík’s black sand beach from Vik Horse Adventure. Helmet included, small group, photo stops, tölt option.
“Wonderful experience Beautiful gentle horses Beautiful scenery, nice staff, took our photos Will highly recommend to everyone”
Red lava horse riding near Reykjavik on calm Icelandic horses, with small-group guidance, possible *tölt* moments, and optional pickup.
“This was excellent! Horses were very good, they catered to everyone’s riding abilities. People were very friendly and helpful. Scenery was beautiful! Definitely recommend this!!! They picked us up at hotel and delivered us back. It was super easy.”
Viking horse riding at Laxnes Farm plus a Golden Circle express loop to Þingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, and Strokkur from Reykjavik.
“The tour was great. I wish we could have stayed longer at Thingvellir. Gullfoss waterfall was unbelievable!!”
Reykjavik horse riding on Icelandic horses through volcanic terrain near Redhill. Small group, gear provided, tölt taught at ease.
“weather was perfect - horses incredible - of course it is Iceland”
Ride Icelandic horses in Hafnarfjörður at Íshestar, exploring Reykjanes terrain with tölt and canter close to Reykjavík.
“this ride was amazing! our guide Miriam, was fantastic and led us on an epic ride. it's definitely for experienced riders as there is quite a bit trotting and galloping”
Ride an Icelandic horse from Varmahlíð to Reykjafoss. Learn tölt and the fourth gait, follow Svartá, and enjoy a small-group guide.
“Wonderful rid & scenery, awesome horses and super nice and competent guides! Loved it!”
50-minute horseback ride near Reykjavik on Icelandic horses through mossy lava fields, with Bláfjöll mountain views and included gear.
“The ride was a trip highlight for me! It was so amazing. The staff were so great and accommodating! If I could give more stars I would. A lovely experience that I would definitely recommend!”
Private Icelandic horse ride to Mt. Úlfarsfell from Reykjavík, with grooming, tolt lessons, and small refreshments. 2 hours, English.
“Great guide, awesome horses, and the views were out of this world! Definitely recommend. They were very accommodating to our changing schedules due to crazy flight delays and cancellations.”
Small-group Icelandic horse riding near Reykjavik plus fast whale watching from Old Harbor, with warm gear and a try-again option.
“Humpback whales right next to the boat. Riding Icelandic horses through a lava field. Absolutely a fabulous day!!”
Private horseback ride from Mos to Lake Hafravatn for all levels, with Icelandic horse coaching, stunning views, and a more personal pace.
“Wonderful Trip for my Kids! Great landscape near Reykjavík, friendly and beautiful horses, fortunately sunny weather!”
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