Horse Riding

Ride the gentle, sure footed Icelandic horse.

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Meet the Icelandic horse

The Icelandic horse is a small, hardy and friendly breed with a unique smooth gait called the tolt, a joy even for beginners.

Riding tours cross lava fields, river valleys and black beaches, offering a calm and authentic way to feel the landscape.

Good to know

Rides run year round for all levels, with gentle short treks for beginners and longer trips for experienced riders. The Skagafjordur valley in the north is the spiritual home of the breed.

Best season: Year round, best May to September
Where to do it: Saudarkrokur · Varmahlid · Hella · Akureyri · Reykjavik
Good for: Beginners, families, animal lovers
Booking: Local operators through Bókun
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Horse Riding

What to expect

A smooth ride through the land

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The famous tolt

A smooth extra gait makes the Icelandic horse comfortable even for new riders.

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Short or long

Choose a gentle hour long trek or a longer ride across open country.

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Horse country

Skagafjordur in the north is the heartland of the breed.

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Good to know

Quick answers for planning.

Can beginners ride Icelandic horses?

Yes, the breed is gentle and the tolt gait is smooth, so short rides are perfect for first timers and families.

Where can I ride near Reykjavik?

Several stables just outside the city offer short rides across lava fields, easy to fit into a day.

When is the best time?

Riding runs year round, with the greenest scenery and longest days from May to September.

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