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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Johnnyj234
Mar 18, 2025
Winter Waterfall Ride - Excellent guides, good horses, engaging guides. Enjoyed riding in the snow and about 28 degrees F to the Reykjafoss waterfall overlook. Got to tolt on the trails. Safety gear and coveralls provided. Such a memorable ride.
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Serenity_b
Feb 17, 2025
Gorgeous Ride - Incredible experience! Very professional, and well cared for and trained horses. I was fortunate to have a private ride, and enjoyed seeing a gorgeous waterfall and taking in the mountains. I was thankful to use the overalls they have to be warmer from the wind. Very much recommended ❤️
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Sarah_c
Jan 27, 2025
Amazing experience from start to finish. - Me and my partner had an amazing experience with hestasport. It was an out of this world experience being able to ride through the snowy landscape and see the waterfall. We were very lucky as it’s quiet this time of year and we’re the only ones on the tour - our guide was lovely and really friendly making sure we were confident and happy as we went on. The horses were lovely and we would definitely book again if we were returning to the area. We also stayed at the cottages which were also run by Hestasport and again was a wonderful experience, definitely make sure to check it out if you are staying over the night in this area you won’t be disappointed.
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Lynn_r
Dec 10, 2024
Fun for all! - This was definitely a highlight of our recent ten-day trip to Iceland! The horses were calm, sure-footed and well trained. Our guide Franca was amazing - she gave us a lot of tips that made the ride fun and relaxing for riders of all experience levels (including two with no previous riding experience). The setting was beautiful and we had a great time!
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Morgynr941
Sep 17, 2024
Great Time! - The views were great! Guides were very professional and very knowledgeable about horses. I ended up being the only person on the tour. The other couple messed up dates and got stuck due to weather. This made it that much more enjoyable. The guides go at your own pace and experience level. You go past a wonderful waterfall! Highly recommend if you find yourself in the area!
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19tk0889
Aug 25, 2024
Super riding experience - My wife was allowed to do a 90-minute tour. She was very excited. The two guides were German, which made communication easy. The weather was also on her side that day it was dry and the sun was shining ☀️. All in all, when we get back to Iceland we will come back to Hestasport. Kudos to the whole team.
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Hayley_c
Jul 31, 2024
Fantastic time! - This was such a fun experience! It was my husband’s first time ever riding a horse and he loved it. Everyone was super friendly and helpful and went over the basics really well. The ride was a little over 1.5 hours along a gorgeous path/trail that went next to the river and turned around at the waterfall. Our guide took some great photos of us on the horses in front of the waterfall too! I wouldn’t have minded some tips or extra guidance during the ride (like tips for trötting) but we had so much fun. The horses are adorable and it was great to experience their personalities during the ride. Highly recommend!!
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O5489mwmortenb
Jul 13, 2024
Great riding experience! - Amazing experience - none of us had tried riding before, but super instructions and guidence made it a succes! Everyone can do this, the biggest challenge is getting on the horse ;)!
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Matthew_s
Jul 1, 2024
Great experience. - Great guide and amazing setting for horseback riding. Highly recommend for anyone looking to explore Icelandic horses and the countryside.
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Nicolas_d
Jun 28, 2024
Would recommend this very one - Our host was calm & sympathetic. We were offered a warm beverage. Indications were clear & complete. Our guide was warm, kind and knowledgeable. Everything was as advertised. We loved it. Thanks again !
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From $108
up to 8 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).