Mountain Riding (3 Days)
Borgargerði, 816 Ölfus, Iceland
Dreaming of an unforgettable riding holiday in Iceland? You came to the right place. Get a feel of riding in the spectacular and diverse nature of Iceland, much of which is totally unspoiled.
The multi-day ride will take you on a journey through a part of South Iceland that not many tourists frequent, and therefore will allow you to experience the tranquilityof the region.
Good to know: Perfect for intermediate riders and up.
Day 1
Our most iconic ride starts 9.00 and 10.00 in the morning at Solhestar horse rental farm. Each customer is assigned with
twosturdy built and sure footed Icelandic horses that are matching customers riding experience and personality, as well
as is equipped with an appropriate riding gear rain jackets and pants, boots, safety helmets, and gloves.
After preparation,
theride goes from our stable across the neighbor farms and pastures, where they breed pure Icelandic horses. A countless number of horses might come to greet us by the gates as we pass. Especially beautiful during the season of spring when the foals taketheir first sprints across the land.
The ride continues to Arnabæli farm where we have a possibility to set up a lovely lunch outside and where the customer is given an opportunity to take pictures of the breathtaking scenery of central
Olfus: the beautiful grassy fields, pine forests, and volcanic mountains.
After the break, the ride continues through alongside the river,
which is a home of a variety of wild birds. This experience allows customers to get in touch with Iceland's majestic and dramatic nature - both flora and fauna.
We continue the adventure by crossing a couple of wild rivers (Varmá and Gljufura)until we reach the Hraun farm, where we end up our 1st day of the tour.
The ride is estimated to be 19 km long, which is a total duration of 5 hours in the saddle.
We continue our riding journey through Eldborgarhraun - an open lava field area, through rocky, rugged and volcanic terrain of þrengslavegur, Eldborg, Lagaskard, and Lagastigur mountains until we reach Hveradalir.
After the ride customers are being brought back to their accommodation, where they are able to rest and power up for the upcoming riding day.
Day 2
Once again, we start the ride between 9.00 and 10.00 in the morning. However, the starting point this time is Hraun.
We move towards Litla-Reykjafell mountain and end up our journey in Kolvidarholl. Surrounded by volcanic mountains and lava valleys,
customers are able to discover the richness of nature. Numerous mountain paths lead off into the spectacular landscapes Furthermore. Throughout the ride, customers are ensured to have the opportunity to try the so famous TOLT
of an Icelandic horse as well as possibilities for controlled canters for the more experienced riders.
The 2nd-day ride is estimated to be 25 km long, which is a total duration of 5 to 6 hours in the saddle. Once more, after the ride customers
are being brought back to their accommodation, where they are able to rest and power up for the 3rd riding day.
Day 3
We saddle up and take off in Kolvidarholl where the riding initiates through open lava field area until we reach a 25-year-old
gas station on the mountain, up there we take a short coffee break.
After exploration, we continue our riding journey
through lava field all the way until we come across The Raudholar, unique natural phenomena of red lava hills on the
south-eastern outskirts of Reykjavik. The pseudo craters were formed when molten magma ran over wetlands about 5000
years ago.
The diverse red color of the rocks is due to oxidation, which is similar to the rusting of metal. After the
riding through stunning red lava formations, we head back to the new stable of Solhestar, which is situated right next to
the capital of Iceland, Reykjavik. The last day ride is estimated to be approximately 22km long, which is a total duration
of around 4 hours in the saddle.
Relevant to know: the pick up is scheduled to be 60 minutes before the estimated riding start. The 3-day tour is accompanied by a number
of professional and multilingual guides, who guarantees the maximum safety and convenience.
On top of that, accommodation for 3 days and 2 nights, food, pick up and drop off is included in the total price of the tour.
elevant to know: the pick up is scheduled to be 60 minutes before the estimated riding start.
Included
•Pickup/Dropoff
•Breakfest
•Lunchbox
•Dinner
•3 riding days
•2-3 Nights
•Summerhouse
•Foodwear/Boots
•Helmets
•Rain Clothing
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Tour information:
- Available May. - Oct.
- Duration 6 hours
- Activities Caving
- Difficulty Moderate
Pickup information:
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Pickup time :
07:30 08:30, 09:30, 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 13:30, 14:30, 15:30, 16:30,
Please be at your pickup location in time for your departure. Should your pickup location be at a bus stop and you need assistance finding it, seek guidance in your Hotel's reception or contact your tour provider directly.
Included:
- Pick-up from and return to your accommodation in Reykjavik
- All safety gear (helmets, harness, etc.)
- Small refreshments (soup, coffee/tea and perhaps some sweets)
- Experienced guides