Icelandic Horseback Tour: Waterfalls and Fjord Views

Experience the beauty of the Icelandic landscape on horseback during the winter season. Ride along farmers’ trails, visit the frozen Reykjafoss waterfall, and embrace the tranquility of nature. No previous riding experience required.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Hestasport Reception - Cottages and Riding Tours - 1.5-hour Riding Tour
    Guests are kindly requested to check in 20 minutes prior to departure at the reception.
What's Included
  • Expert English-speaking guide
  • Suitable thermal overalls or rain gear provided
  • Safety helmets for riding
  • Complimentary tea and coffee
Additional Information

On this exceptional all-seasons tour, you‘ll enjoy the diversity of the Icelandic landscape. Our reliable and strong horses will carry you directly into nature’s tranquility and won’t mind frozen ground or scrunching snow in winter as well as the soft grassy path in the summer.
You will ride along the river Svartá over an adventure track along a hillside…

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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Becky_g
Dec 14, 2025
Excellent experience - This riding experience was excellent! We decided to book it again the following day. The horses were lovely and so well behaved, we felt very safe on them and was even shown how to do the tolt, which was amazing! The guides were brilliant and helped all of the riders as well as providing us with knowledge as we rode the tracks. Would definitely recommend!
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Phyllis_p
Nov 18, 2025
Best day ever - One of the top highlights of our Iceland trip!! Maddie was such a lovely guide. My partner and I had no riding experience but these horses were so gentle and easy to ride. The only thing to be aware of is that there are three different Hestasport locations (the reception, the stables, and the accommodation cottages). We accidentally drove to the cottages instead of the reception, so we were running a little late, but once we got to the reception, everything was very clear and easy. Highly recommend booking this experience if you are in Iceland!!
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Blushery4
Nov 11, 2025
Highly recommend! Must do activity! - Amazing ride!!!! Our guide was super friendly and knowledgeable. Horses were super nice and amazing and fun to ride. The view was breathtaking even in the beginning of November. We got to say hi to the other horses after the ride and it was awesome! Definitely recommend!! Wish we knew they provide three-hour ride before we booked the one-hour ride. But, that gives us a reason to come back haha.
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Fiona
Sep 29, 2025
Do it - Great horses snd wonderful guides who made you feel everyone feel comfortable on very well behaved horses Scenery was spectacular
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Phillip_s
Sep 17, 2025
Unparalleled Scenery! - From the front desk check-in to dismounting our rides, each staff member and guide was so kind and knowledgeable. Reykjavoss Waterfall was lovely and the hills so green. Don't forget your gloves, ear warmers and gators!
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Clara_s
Sep 4, 2025
100/10 would recommend!!!... - 100/10 would recommend!!! it was so fun and the horses are beautiful! the landscape is stunning and the guides were fantastic
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Sara_p
Aug 21, 2025
Wonderful Experience - We had a wonderful afternoon ride with Lara. She was very attentive and informative. The tolting was amazing, the walk to the falls was beautiful, and the river crossing (while watching another herd of horses cross the bridge) was an added bonus! A great experience overall.
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S_verinea313
Jul 24, 2025
Great memories! - Great experience. The walk is very nice, with a small river crossing then an arrival near a waterfall. The 2 people who accompanied us were adorable.
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Vaidat2018
Jul 12, 2025
Great ride - Great experience, guides were realy helpful - helped my 8 yr son to control his horse. Beautiful views on the route. Definitely would do this again.
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K6202ujsidneyp
Jun 16, 2025
Viking Horse Experience - So much fun and the people were very nice and ensured we had everything we needed. The horses were well behaved and gentle.
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From $121
up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).