Horseback riding near Reykjavík: private Icelandic horse tours

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Duration2h

GroupPrivate

LanguagesEN

Mobile ticketAccepted

Ride an Icelandic horse and learn the techniques that matter

Private horseback riding near Reykjavík on Icelandic horses, with roughly one hour in the saddle tailored to your riding level. A small farm 20 minutes from downtown keeps groups intimate; the guide meets you at the stable, prepares you and your horse, then heads out into the local countryside. Helmet, gloves, and a guide in English are included; warm overalls provided in winter. You can arrive on your own, book a Friday offer without pickup, or add hotel pickup to your booking.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private horse riding tour near Reykjavík

Arrive at the stable
Meet your private guide
Prepare horse and gear
Receive riding instructions
Ride through local nature
Return to stable and dismount
End of tour and departure

The Experience

The ride starts at the stable, where your guide meets you and walks through the basics of mounting, the horse's gaits, and what to expect once you're out on the trail. The farm is small by design — only a handful of horses — so the atmosphere stays personal instead of industrial. Roughly one hour of actual riding time follows, though the full visit from arrival to departure runs around two hours. The route and pace shift based on whether you're a beginner finding your confidence or someone who already knows how to sit a trot; the guide tailors the day to what you can do.

The countryside around Mosfellsbær is what you explore — scenic vistas and the kind of open terrain that makes riding feel less like a lesson and more like moving through the landscape. Icelandic horses are smaller and sturdier than many breeds, built for rough ground and weather; they handle the local trails without fuss. You'll wear a helmet and gloves throughout, and in winter the farm provides warm overalls so the cold doesn't cut the ride short.

Getting there is straightforward: bus number 15 runs from downtown Reykjavík to the farm, or you can book pickup as part of your reservation. If you're driving yourself, the farm is still only 20 minutes out, far enough to feel rural but close enough that you're not spending half the day in transit.

What’s included

Private guide in English.
use of helmet and gloves.
warm overalls in winter.
roughly one hour of riding time tailored to your level.
stable preparation and instruction in mounting and basic riding techniques.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Icelandic Riding

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a small-group experience where the guide knows your riding level and adjusts the day to match it — the farm's size and private format mean you're not one of twenty riders following the same trail at the same pace. If you prefer to skip the logistics of getting to the stable, add pickup from your Reykjavík hotel at checkout.