Horse Riding Glacier River Delta

Embark on a thrilling horse riding tour to the Glacier River Delta with Waterfall in Iceland. Experience the famous tölt gait and explore the natural paradise of Héraðsvötn. Previous riding experience required.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Hestasport Reception - Cottages and Riding Tours - Three hours riding tour

What's Included
  • English speaking guide
  • Riding Helmet
  • Tea and coffee
  • Rain Jackets/Trousers if required
Additional Information

Embark on a journey that starts with an incredible discovery: a brief trot across rural trails brings us to the stunning Reykjafoss waterfall. You’ll quickly grasp why it’s known to the locals as ‘the steaming falls’! As the adventure continues, you’ll delight in navigating numerous streams atop your reliable Icelandic steed. In the pristine wilderness…

Location
Hestasport Reception - Cottages and Riding Tours
Please come to our reception 20 minutes before the departure time. In google maps search for "Hestasport Reception" (it is on road number 752 in Varmahlíð)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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K9224fbwendyh
Aug 31, 2025
Beautiful ride - The guide was wonderful and I really enjoyed the ride. It was so much better than the larger group tours in the Reykjavik area. The horse was great and it's a beautiful part of Iceland.
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Lmschnare
Aug 2, 2025
Adventure of a lifetime - The 6 day riding tour through the river delta with the herd was the stuff of dreams come true. Stunning scenery, plucky and well behaved horses, amazing guides, perfectly equipped and ready for any weather. It’s Iceland so sometimes it’s windy, sometimes it’s cold, sometimes it rains so be ready for that. The guides help equip you for all those conditions and if you follow their advice then It all adds to the experience of being in the wilderness and understanding how hard working these people and animals have been for hundreds of years. Only do this tour if you’re looking for that kind of adventure - if you are - it’s so worth it. Gracina, Tina, Elissa, Hjelti, Inga - thank you for such an unforgettable week!! Can’t wait until we meet again!
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Sarah_m
Jul 18, 2025
Great even for beginners - This was a great time! We had two guides for the five of us, who had to re-route us last minute as I hadn’t realized when booking that the 3hr ride was for intermediate and up riders, and there were several family members who had never ridden. We still got to see the waterfall, tolt, and enjoy beautiful scenery. Icelandic horses are go-goes, unlike American tourist rides where the horses all plod in a line whether you want them to or not, so lots of fun!
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Mr_milosevic
Jul 11, 2025
The ride through the river will be unforgettable for us! - The reservation went perfectly, and we were glad we booked in advance. We were in a small group of six people with horses and had two fantastic guides. We only have limited experience, yet we still got to try the Tölt and some faster riding. The ride through the river will be unforgettable for us! We also recommend the Hestasport accommodation – cabins with their own private hot tubs!
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Claudia_e
Sep 20, 2024
Great ride - Our trip was great Our guide was a german lady I am bad with names but her name started with an E and she was great she knew a lot about the horses and the area and you could tell that she loved the horses
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246kristiinah
Jul 11, 2024
First ride in Iceland, but definitely not the last! - Loved the River Delta ride! My first ride in Iceland, but definitely not the last. Julia, the instructor, as well as the staff at the reception, made sure I was comfortable and safe at all times and matched me with a great horse for the ride. Thank you!!🤩
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Tanya_r
Jul 4, 2024
Best attraction - We had a fantastic time!!!! Everyone should do this!! Our guides were Ben , Pablo and Anna ( I think thats her name) it was loads of fun they were great
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C_linedp2634xp
Aug 18, 2023
Great, very nice to do - Super pleasant 1h30 Viking outing with 2 very friendly and smiling guides. Annjulie and Maud (who spoke French to help us understand better 😉). Very complete route (path, along the river, river crossing, waterfall) with practice of walking and Icelandic style. And adorable horses. There were 9 of us on 12/08. We recommend.
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860siegfriedb
Aug 10, 2023
Great experience - Best place for horse riding in Iceland, I had a great ride, great horse, well-maintained, very good saddlery and a super nice guide. A great experience. Highly recommended. Juliana Bauer from Germany
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Harriet_m
Aug 3, 2022
Riding thru glacier rivers! - Sarah led us on a wonderful 3hr ride thru the glacier rivers. Saw swans and their young, sheep, and flowers. Cold and windy but a wonderful morning!!
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From $156
up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).