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Lava Tour - Horseback Riding through the Lava Fields

Operated by Íshestar/Ishestar Riding Tours

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Duration:2 hours

Travel by:Mini Bus / Car

Difficulty:Easy

Min. age:7+ years

Hotel pickup:Hotel pickup available

Meeting point:Íshestar Horse Riding Centre

About this experience

Experience the Icelandic horse surrounded by unique nature right outside Reykjavík’s city center. Our friendly horses and specially trained guides will take you on a ride on excellent riding paths where you can experience the unique Icelandic horse while enjoying beautiful scenery full of lava fields and green hillsides.

Please note that the riding time is 1 1/2 - 2 hours, a total of 4 hours with transfer.

When we arrive back at the stables enjoy complimentary coffee, tea and hot chocolate is available and feel free to ask our staff any questions about the Icelandic horse. This tour is ideal for both beginners and more experienced riders and is a fantastic choice for a day tour in Reykjavík.

Before the Lava Tour starts we organize the groups according to riding skill level to ensure everyone gets an experience and adventure according to their skill level! At Íshestar we take pride in our personal service and limit group sizes to ensure a safe and enjoyable tour for all of our guests.

Our stables are located a short 20-minute drive outside of Reykjavik’s city center.

Highlights

-Best of Winter
Best of Summer
Classic Tours
Eco Friendly
Family Fun
Geothermal and Geological
Horseback Riding
Outdoor Activities

Places you may visit

Reykjavík City — Capital Region

What's included

The age limit to ride on this tour is 7 years old.
The weight limit for all our tours is 110 kg/240 lbs
If you are arriving by own car, please be at our stable 30 minutes before departure
Riding helmets, rubber boots and rainwear / warm outfit during the ride
Trained guides who speak multiple languages (English, Scandinavian and German)

Please note that it is not allowed to ride with backpacks or bags but Íshestar provides complimentary safety boxes at the stables for valuables.

Good to know

The age limit to ride on this tour is 7 years old
The weight limit for all our tours is 110 kg/240 lbs
If you are arriving by own car, please be at the Íshestar stables 30 minutes before departure
Riding gear (riding boots, riding trousers, jackets, hats, gloves, etc.) needs to be washed (40°C), dry cleaned or disinfected before arriving in Iceland. Used leather gear may not be brought into the country. Disinfecting of riding equipment can be found here.
Note that the riding time is 1 1/2 - 2 hours, a total of 4 hours with a transfer

Meeting point

Íshestar Horse Riding Centre

Sörlaskeið 26, Hafnarfjörður

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

Tour operator

Operated by

Íshestar/Ishestar Riding Tours

Questions & answers

How long is the tour?

2 hours

Where does the tour start?

Íshestar Horse Riding Centre, Hafnarfjörður

Is hotel pickup available?

Yes — hotel pickup is available as an optional add-on.

Is there a minimum age?

Participants must be at least 7 years old.

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From

16,900 ISK

per person

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Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

Tour operator

Íshestar/Ishestar Riding Tours

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