Horse riding in Iceland: get back to nature!
Photo: Íshestar
Horse riding is without doubt one of the most enjoyable and rewarding ways of exploring the stunning nature of Iceland. The unique Icelandic horse is a true symbol of the country, and their relatively small size make them perfect for riding.
Various companies in Iceland offer organised horse-riding tours, pairing up with horse farmers around Iceland who are real connoisseurs of local history and terrain.
Photo: Íshestar
See: Iceland Monitor’s directory of horse-riding operators
Íshestar Riding Tours is one such Icelandic horse-rising company. They have a dedicated horse-riding centre in the Greater Reykjavik municipality of Hafnarfjörður. Íshestar works together with partners in all corners of the country.
Founded in 1982, Íshestar was set up as a joint venture by three families . Today, the company offers fun and authentic riding holidays through stunning scenery of lava, lakes and wilderness, for experienced riders and beginners alike.
Photo: Íshestar
Íshestar day tours start from ISK 6,600 (approx. €47) and their multi-day tours from ISK 95,900 (approx. €121). Their website has an online chat function where you can discuss tours and other questions with the company’s team of riding tour experts.
Photo: Íshestar
See: Iceland Monitor’s directory of horse-riding operators
All levels of horse-riding proficiency are catered for, and Íshestar’s multilingual team is on hand to assist in planning riding trips or holidays in Iceland.
Have a look at this promotional video, to whet your appetite for your upcoming Iceland horse-riding trip:
