REYKJAVIK · RANCH TOURS
The rides worth saddling up for.
The 14 reykjavik 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“Such a fun experience! Convenient to Reykjavik and I enjoyed learning about the Icelandic Horses and the area. As a rider, I loved being able to ride in the faster group.”
Reykjavik pickup for Icelandic horseback riding with warm gear, gentle horses on countryside trails, and hot cocoa at the stables.
“Amazing and magical experience!!! The scenery is beautiful. The horses are wonderful. Many thanks to everyone at Laxnes Farm.”
Red lava horse riding near Reykjavik on calm Icelandic horses, with small-group guidance, possible *tölt* moments, and optional pickup.
“Great experience! DRESS WARM if you go during the winter time. The views were spectacular and the tour guides were lovely and very informative. Worth every penny.”
Viking horse riding at Laxnes Farm plus a Golden Circle express loop to Þingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, and Strokkur from Reykjavik.
“Amazing trips! Firstly the horses were super friendly and fluffy! Calm natured and relatively well behaved considering we got to ride on their first snow day!! Our group was only 6 of us and a mix of experienced riders plus partners🤣 my OH had never ridden before and now would love a lesson on my…”
Reykjavik horse riding on Icelandic horses through volcanic terrain near Redhill. Small group, gear provided, tölt taught at ease.
“Excellent experience, even for a first time rider! The tour is well organized and our guide is super enthusiastic! The horses are wonderful! You will not regret it!”
Ride Icelandic horses in Hafnarfjörður at Íshestar, exploring Reykjanes terrain with tölt and canter close to Reykjavík.
“The perfect tour for experienced riders! You gallop and tolt nearly the whole time, meaning that you really get a feeling for how the horses move. Also, the animals seem really content with being ridden, and the people seem to really love the animals which is always great to see. I would book this again…”
50-minute horseback ride near Reykjavik on Icelandic horses through mossy lava fields, with Bláfjöll mountain views and included gear.
“I had the most amazing time! I was lucky enough to ride 1-2-1 with a guide (pot luck) who was fabulous in talking me through how to ride the Tölt correctly as well as teaching me so much about the origins of the Icelandic horse, their union, shoeing style and the land in which they…”
Private Icelandic horse ride to Mt. Úlfarsfell from Reykjavík, with grooming, tolt lessons, and small refreshments. 2 hours, English.
“The site was beautiful. The trail guide was personable, knowledgeable and fun to talk with. The tolt was interesting and smooth.”
Small-group Icelandic horse riding near Reykjavik plus fast whale watching from Old Harbor, with warm gear and a try-again option.
“I thoroughly enjoyed riding the horses. I wish we could’ve tried out more gaits than we did. And we found a few humpbacks and spent time with them and the birds. We also saw a porpoise and some puffins.”
Private horseback ride from Mos to Lake Hafravatn for all levels, with Icelandic horse coaching, stunning views, and a more personal pace.
“It's such a wonderful time! Jonina was very gracious and her horses were obviously good pets of hers as they were very affectionate towards her and seemed to enjoy the ride. We were so happy that we were able to try many different gates, including cantering, since it was just the two of us on…”
Ride Iceland’s 5-gaited horses in Reykjadalur near Reykjavik. Beginner-friendly, gear included, small groups, plus coffee and great views.
“Totally Excellent Loved it. Saw different tours around the place. Nice to tølt on an Icelandic horse”
Ride Icelandic horses from Þorlákshöfn to Krýsuvík lava and geothermal steam, plus Strandakirkja views, snacks, and a small group.
“Long (45 min) but scenic ride to the farm where the horses were saddled and ready to go. We rode for about an hour through lava fields on a cold windy day but didn’t see much else except for a salmon processing plant and some construction. Magnus, the owner, was very nice but doesn’t speak…”
Icelandic horse ride from Reykjavík to Þorlákshöfn beaches and lava fields. Small group, tölt gait, gear, snacks, and transfers.
“A Great Experience we really enjoyed riding the Icelandic ponies and seeing the countryside. Our guide Maggi was so friendly and we went in for a coffee afterwards”
Private Icelandic horse ride matched to your skill near Reykjavík, about 50 minutes. Included gear, warm drinks, and lava-and-hills views.
“Our son and daughter 21 and 22 went on this 2 hour tour. Neither had ridden a horse before. The team were really knowledgeable friendly and encouraging and made the whole experience really enjoyable. Warm drinks are offered on arrival and after the tour. Fill equipment available in the price. Fantastic views.”
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