Icelandic Horse Riding: The 15 Best Rides

Reykjavik: Red Lava Horse Riding Tour - Meeting the Icelandic horses

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

Ride Icelandic horses across red lava fields near Reykjavik, with beginner-friendly routes, warm gear, hotel pickup, and striking volcanic views.

“This was a phenomenal activity that was worth every penny. By the end, I was begging my boyfriend to do it again before the end of our holiday. The tour guides are lovely, really chatty and very knowledgeable about the activity as well as the area in general. I would highly, highly recommend to everyone who comes to Iceland. The ponies were gorgeous and so well behaved! The best activity of our trip so far!”

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From Reykjavík: Icelandic Horse Riding Tour in Lava Fields

2.Icelandic Horse Riding Tour in Lava Fields

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,356 reviews · from $141

Ride Icelandic horses through lava fields near Reykjavík with expert guides, warm gear, optional pickup, and trails for beginners and experienced riders.

“what an absolutely amazing day . horses are well looked after and staff are amazing!!”

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Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour with Pickup Option from Reykjavik

3.Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour with Pickup Option from Reykjavik

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

Ride Icelandic horses through lava fields near Reykjavik, with ability-based groups, warm gear, scenic views, and optional hotel pickup.

“The ride was quite nice and we were able to ride fast as well! The family loved the opportunity to get back on a horse. It was fun for me as well as I haven’t been on a horse in 50 years. Everything comes back quickly though!”

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Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour Including Pick Up from Reykjavik

4.Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour Including Pick Up from Reykjavik

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

Ride Icelandic horses through countryside near Reykjavik with pickup, warm gear, gentle mounts, river crossings, and views of mountains and lava fields.

“This place was amazing - a family run business with a sweet gentleman outfitting our group, a funny tour guide setting us up with horses to match our levels, and tour guides who helped everyone on and off if needed. Beautiful vistas and amazingly sweet horses - easy rides for all the beginners in our group.”

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Black Sand Beach Horse Riding Tour from Vik

5.Black Sand Beach Horse Riding Tour from Vik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 484 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $133

Ride Icelandic horses along Víkurfjara’s black sand beach near Vik, with gentle horses, guides, photos, and a safe one-hour outing.

“Nice walk along the black sand beach, calm walk with experience guides, got to Tilt a bit at the end ( instead of trotting) great way to see and touch the Icelandic horses up close. Not a highlight of our trip, but still very enjoyable and worthwhile.”

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Red Lava Horse Riding Tour From Reykjavik

6.Red Lava Horse Riding Tour From Reykjavik

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

Ride Icelandic horses through 5,000-year-old lava fields near Reykjavik, with friendly guides, flexible times, and warm riding gear provided.

“Great tour with beautiful views. The horses were gentle and well cared for. The guides were knowledgeable and very helpful. Smart, friendly , and accommodating young women who handled everything. Klara was particularly amazing!!!”

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Viking Horse Riding and Golden Circle Tour from Reykjavik

7.Viking Horse Riding and Golden Circle Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 151 reviews · from $213

Ride Icelandic horses at Laxnes Farm, then see Thingvellir, Geysir, Strokkur, and Gullfoss on a full-day tour from Reykjavik.

“Laxnes Horse Farm was amazing, very nice family, well operated ride. A second bus picked up at the farm to continue on the golden circle tour, which was also well run. Great scenery, and informative.”

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Hveragerdi: Reykjadalur (Hotspring Valley) Horse Riding Tour

8.Reykjadalur (Hotspring Valley) Horse Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 148 reviews · 2 hours · from $142

Ride Icelandic horses through Reykjadalur Valley near Hveragerdi, enjoy the tölt, scenic trails, warm drinks, and small-group care.

“Hi, our guides were very nice and helpful - and one even Austrian speaking 😀 - we had a small group of 4 people. We enjoyed the ride and the scenery. Would absolutely recommend!”

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Reykjavík: Horse Riding Tours

9.Horse Riding Tours

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

Ride Icelandic horses near Reykjavík through volcanic scenery, learn the tölt, and enjoy a small-group tour with caring local guides.

“Begga was great - fun and professional. Her team made everyone feel comfortable on the horses - even the beginners. This was a major highlight of our trip!”

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From Reykjavík: Viking Horseback Tour in Hafnarfjörður

10.Viking Horseback Tour in Hafnarfjörður

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

Ride Icelandic horses through lava fields near Reykjavík, with tölt, cantering, warm gear, small groups, and expert guidance for strong riders.

“Wow! This was an amazing experience, to ride these gorgeous horses in this breathtaking landscape and experience their unique gaits was a real highlight of our holiday, just wish we’d booked the full day!”

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Hafnarfjörður: Horseback Riding Tour in Reykjavik Area

11.Hafnarfjörður: Horseback Riding Tour in Reykjavik Area

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

Ride Icelandic horses through lava fields near Reykjavik, with warm gear, expert guides, mountain views, and hot drinks afterward.

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

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From Reykjavik: Full-Day Horse Riding & Golden Circle Tour

12.Full-Day Horse Riding & Golden Circle Tour

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

Ride an Icelandic horse, eat a light lunch, and visit Þingvellir, Geysir, and Gullfoss on a practical nine-hour tour from Reykjavík.

“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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Horseback Riding Tour in Iceland

13.Horseback Riding Tour in Iceland

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

Ride Icelandic horses through mossy lava fields near Reykjavik, with mountain views, beginner-friendly guides, gear, and flexible cancellation.

“Our tour guide was Barbora and she was great! We lucked out and got a private tour. We were able to have coffee when we arrived and go into the stable before we had to watch the safety video. We got to personally know our guide which was great! When we arrived back at the barn we were able to hangout with the horses in the stable before we left. Would definitly recommend!”

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1+ hour Private Horse riding tour from Reykjavík/Mosfellsbær

14.1+ hour Private Horse riding tour from Reykjavík/Mosfellsbær

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

Ride Icelandic horses near Reykjavík on a private Mt. Úlfarsfell tour with expert guidance, scenic views, photos, and refreshments.

“It was an incredible experience! It was my first time riding and the instructor was excellent. I loved that it was private and I loved that she tailored the pace for me. She also snapped some amazing pictures and she knew exactly when to take the pictures. Icelandic horse riding is a unique experience and I recommend this special encounter with these beautiful animals, even if you’ve already gone horseback riding before!”

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