Íslandshestar is a tour operator specializing in Icelandic riding holidays. Experience the astonishing and untouched nature of Iceland with this three-decade old family business. With a total population of 320,000, Iceland is the world’s one of the smallest and least densely populated countries. Most of the land is uninhabited and a treasure to explore. The best way t to explore Iceland is on the back of a horse.

Why Book a Tour with Íslandshestar?

Located just outside the town of Hafnarfjörður – about a 10-minute drive from Reykjavík, Iceland’s capital city, Íslandshestar provides various tours for riders of all levels starting from one-day tours at their Riding Center to 10-12 day tours across the highlands. Waterfalls, glaciers, black sand beaches, rivers, mountains, geothermal hot springs and huge open green fields give you an out-of-this-world experience.

Among the unique horseback riding vacations on offer are;

• Riding under the Northern lights,
• Exploring the hot springs area at Geysir and the glorious waterfall, Gullfoss,
• Joining local farmers driving herds of horses
• Gathering sheep in the highlands and beach rides.

Íslandshestar is a genuine family company. All of its tours are owned and operated by local farmers who understand the nature of their horses and know the location like the back of their hands. Emphasis is placed on sustainability, professionalism, and security.

Why riding in Iceland?

The Icelandic Horse
This breed is famous because of its four-beat smooth gait, the “tölt,” which provides great comfort during long hauls in the saddle. No Iceland vacation is complete without time spend atop an Icelandic Horse.

Herd
It is traditional in Iceland to ride alongside a free-running herd. Riders experience various types of horses as they swap mounts with one another when on longer rides.

Icelandic Nature
With mystical, unpolluted, and eye-catching landscapes, Iceland is the least densely populated country in Europe.

Nature bathing
After coming from a long ride, you can relax and acquire peace of mind in the geothermal hot springs, available on the Íslandshestar riding tours. This is a true Icelancic tradition that is not to be missed.

Accommodations

A range of accommodations is available, starting sleeping bags in mountain huts to hotel rooms.

Food

Homemade food is made with natural and organic ingredients. Many guests enjoy a large breakfast in the morning with traditional fish or meat. Requests of vegetarian food are/vegan fulfilled, too. Riders pack their lunch from the breakfast table.

Area Attractions

• Waterfalls
• Glaciers
• Pristine nature
• Nature baths
• Volcanoes
• Highland trails
• Explore Reykjavik, Iceland’s capital city
• Snowmobile on a glacier
• Northern Lights

Discover Iceland now

Exploring Iceland by horse is a unique experience you will never forget. Take a look at the various tours Íslandshestar currently offers and book your horse riding holiday as soon as possible. Prefer staying closer to home for your next holiday? Check out our other destinations, like the Marble Mountain Ranch.