The 8 Best Icelandic Horse Riding Tours near Reykjavik

1.Red Lava Horse Riding Tour

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

Ride 5 to 7 kilometers through Iceland’s Redhills with Sólhestar Horse Riding, spending 1.5 to 2 hours in the saddle. Guides such as Patri, Claudia, Claira, and Nina have led departures, matching horses and riders by ability. More experienced groups may ride by Rauðarvatn and try the tölt.

“Absolutely amazing! No faults at all, was such a good experience riding Icelandic horses through the lava fields. It was truly beautiful and the instructors were so friendly. Would highly recommend doing this activity, so thankful for the opportunity”

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2.Icelandic Horse Riding Tour in Lava Fields

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

Ride for 1.5 to 2 hours from Íshestar Stables in Hafnarfjörður, about 20 minutes from Reykjavík. Friendly Icelandic horses carry beginners and experienced riders across lava fields and green hills. Guides, including Sonya on some departures, explain the horses and help match each rider with a suitable mount.

“Nice Easy going experience guided by experts, who kept up the positive spirit despite a small rain.”

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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

Ride from Ishestar’s Hafnarfjörður stables through lava fields and moorland on a gentle Icelandic horse. Your guide matches the pace to your ability, with options for a relaxed walk or faster tölt. Pickup from selected Reykjavik points and warm riding gear are available.

“This was my favorite part of my Iceland trip. The guides were very informative and kind and the horses were super sweet and easy to ride. It was a completely different experience from all the other trail rides I’ve done here in the US. The icelandic horses are truly special. This inspired me to take riding lessons here at home so I can come back and learn/do more with the Icelandic horses on my next visit.”

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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

Laxnes Horse Farm takes you from Reykjavik to a family-run stable about 15 minutes away. You receive a helmet, boots, and weather gear, then ride a matched Icelandic horse through countryside, lava fields, streams, and mountain views. Beginners and children age seven and up are welcome.

“Great guides, amazing views, friendly horses! You won't be disappointed. The place has a long history, lots to see and hear about.”

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5.Red Lava Horse Riding Tour From Reykjavik

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

Ride a calm Icelandic horse through the Redhills, Rauðavatn, and Heiðmörk Nature Reserve with Solhestar. Your 2.5-hour outing includes horse matching, warm or rain gear, 1.5 to 2 hours in the saddle, and patient help for first-time riders. Pickup is available from Reykjavik hotels, guesthouses, and BSI Bus Terminal.

“Magical experience with the hoses and being able to see Iceland’s scenery from a different point of view. Absolutely would recommend and will definitely return to this activity when I come back to Iceland”

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6.Golden Circle, Fridheimar Farm & Horses Small Group Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 309 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $130Best value

Travel from Reykjavik in a Wi-Fi-equipped minibus to Kerid Crater, Gullfoss, Geysir, Thingvellir, and Fridheimar Farm. You’ll see an Icelandic horse show, tour a tomato greenhouse, and have time to buy lunch. Guides such as Monica, Addi, and Bryndis have led recent departures.

“Great tour, hit all the hot spots, horses and tomato farm made it a little more unique. Joseph was a great guide. Chill and handled some disgruntled guests well. Only reason for 4 stars is that the bus was very uncomfortable. Tiny and seats very small.”

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7.Small-Group Horse Volcano Riding Tour with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 196 reviews · 3 hours · from $191

Leave Reykjavik for a family-run farm, meet a horse matched to your riding level, and ride through Hólsmheiði forest to the red lava hills of Rauðhólar. Guides such as Viggo, Monika, Pia, and Adriána offer careful instruction, photos, and a relaxed coffee break afterward.

“Took my wife to do this as she loves horses. Incredible experience to be on horseback through the snow and looking at the surrounding mountains & landscape. The guides are incredibly friendly and run through everything before you get on the horse. I’m not great on horses but was made to feel like a pro on these horses. Would definitely go again!”

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8.Silver Circle: Lava Cave, Waterfalls & Iceland Horses-Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 181 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $219

Spend about 10 hours exploring West Iceland with a guide such as Gulli, Thorri, Monica, or Filip. Visit Glanni, Hraunfossar, Barnafoss, Deildartunguhver, Reykholt, an Icelandic horse farm, and Viðgelmir Lava Cave in a group of no more than 19.

“Great guide. This trip is a hidden gem! So quite hardly saw any other tourists or even cars, bliss!! Lava caves cool. Waterfalls better than golden circle. Interesting facts from guide. Good time in each location. Not rushed so got to leisurely see everything.”

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