The 15 Horse Riding Tours in Reykjavik That Earn Their Price

1.Red Lava Horse Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,383 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $142Our pick

Ride Icelandic horses through red lava fields near Reykjavik, pick your pace, get winter gear, and enjoy tea and coffee on the route.

“This was a really enjoyable experience. Pick up was quite quick (within the established time limits) and after a short drive we arrived at the stables. We had some 15 minutes to try helmets and get ready for the ride. The horses were ready by that time. Horses and riders were paired based on riding experience. Most of the ride included walking on paths through a beautiful hilly terrain, with rocks and mosses, and red lava formations. A photo stop in front of some beautiful red lava rocks was included. Patri and Claudia led the group, which was split after the photo session in two teams, based on riding preferences…”

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2.Icelandic Horse Riding Tour & Pickup Option from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,662 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $135

Ride Icelandic horses through lava fields near Reykjavík, with warm gear, tölt possibilities, and optional pickup. 1.5-2 hours on the trail.

“This tour was absolutely amazing! If you’re ever trying to figure out whether to do this or something else then definitely without hesitation pick this tour!! The horses are beautiful and well cared for and all the staff our very sweet and helpful. All equipment needed is provided and everything is well explained both before the tour and on the morning of the tour. The guides are all very knowledgeable and patient! You will start as a larger group then split into a beginner and experienced group (in which you can trot and tölt). Overall amazing experience, amazing views and wonderful time spent with horses - truly couldn’t recommend this…”

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3.Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour with Pickup Option from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,145 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $133Top rated

Reykjavik Icelandic horse ride with pickup option, warm gear, lava-field scenery, and a guided tölt gait lesson for all levels.

“I loved this. We had done ours at 10 am and it was the perfect to ride to the sunrise. The guides were great and I had such a fun time on this.”

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4.Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour Including Pick Up from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 784 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $152

Ride gentle Icelandic horses on a countryside trail outside Reykjavik with hotel pickup, winter gear, and warm drinks after.

“Everything was on time...lovely people and horses...wonderful experience. Despite less than ideal weather, had a great time. great for a quick trip out into the country from Reykjavik.”

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5.Red Lava Horse Riding Tour From Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 386 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $139

A small-group horseback ride through red lava terrain near Reykjavik, with warm gear, easy training, and optional tölt for Icelandic horses.

“The tour guides were knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. We had a range from tipping adults to old and the ride was well suited for all ages. Beautiful view. Would love to come back and do it again in the summer.”

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6.Horse Riding Tours

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 127 reviews · 2 hours · from $200

Ride Icelandic horses near Reykjavik on a 2-hour volcanic trail, with gear, English guides, and the tölt gait in small groups.

“This was a very nice experience. The owner Begga was super at explaining how to ride and handle the horses. She added a lot of humer into her explanations as well. My daughter and I will contact them again if we were going to do horseback riding in Iceland again.”

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7.Viking Horseback Tour in Hafnarfjörður

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 112 reviews · 3 hours · from $246

Small group horseback ride from Hafnarfjörður into Reykjanes terrain, learning tölt and canter. Gear included near 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 in a heartbeat!”

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8.Hafnarfjörður: Horseback Riding Tour in Reykjavik Area

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 102 reviews · 50 min · from $132

Beginner-friendly Iceland horse riding near Hafnarfjörður, through mossy lava fields and mountain views, with warm drinks at the stables.

“Great experience. The guide was kind and the horses seemed well taken care of.”

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9.Full-Day Horse Riding & Golden Circle Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 81 reviews · 9 hours · from $258

Ride Icelandic horses near Reykjavik, then see Þingvellir, Geysir and Gullfoss on a guided Golden Circle day tour.

“Perfect combination of activities. Quick transfer from central Reykjavík to the riding centre, horses were well looked after and guides were friendly. Whilst the riding could be done by beginners, I think some riding experience would be beneficial. The golden circle tour afterwards was great, ticking off all the main attractions and with a very knowledgeable guide.”

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10.Horseback Riding Tour in Iceland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $135

Reykjavik horseback ride with Ishestar: beginner friendly 50 minute trek through mossy lava fields and Bláfjöll views, gear provided.

“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 were bred. They chose the horse perfectly based on my previous riding experience so I was really able to enjoy the ride at a faster pace. The facility is set up in an amazing way whether you're a rider or spectator. I 100% would recommend a visit. It was the highlight of my trip and…”

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11.1+ hour Private Horse riding tour from Reykjavík/Mosfellsbær

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $144

Private horse ride to Mt. Úlfarsfell from Reykjavík with tailored instruction, smooth Icelandic gaits, and refreshments included.

“The guide was nothing short of spectacular. Me, my husband and 12 year old daughter were first time riders however within minutes she had us at ease. The countryside was beautiful and the foliage was breathtaking. I would highly recommend this tour”

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12.Full-day Golden Circle & Horse Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 53 reviews · 11 hours · from $234

Ride an Icelandic horse at Laxnes, then tour the Golden Circle by bus with Thingvellir, Geysir eruptions, and Gullfoss from Reykjavik.

“Love it and I will definitely come back again 😊”

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13.Icelandic Horse Riding and Whale Watching Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 48 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $233

Ride Icelandic horses over lava fields, then head from Reykjavik on a fast boat for Faxaflói Bay whale sightings.

“Horses was great experience, just a horses I would rate all 5 stars Whale watch was not good due to fog weather and I believe they was supposed to cancell( never saw whales) they said I can reschedule for free next time but I had no availability in my schedule due other activities were scheduled I dont think I will be in Island soon again , disappointed”

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14.2 hours Private Horse Riding to Lake Hafravatn, Reykjavík – Mos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $210

Private horse riding to Lake Hafravatn near Reykjavík. Tailored training for beginners, 3 hours total, and big Iceland views.

“I'm pretty hard to please because I grew up riding horses. This private excision was perfect! They were good at seeing our skill level and making the experience ours. There was chatting, learning about Icelandic horses and Iceland in general”

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15.Horse Riding Tour in Reykjadalur (Smoky Valley)-All Riding Levels

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 32 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $126Best value

Ride Iceland’s 5-gaited horses through smoky Reykjadalur near Reykjavik, with provided gear, small group coaching, and a tolt experience.

“We had so much fun on this ride! The horses were very well-behaved, but still a little spunky. Our guides were so friendly and good at teaching us all how to ride, and we even got to experience the fifth gait, the tort. The weather was quite dreary but it was still great to get out there on the horses.”

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