Top South Iceland Horseback Riding

Buckle up your saddle and embark on a riding adventure atop a sturdy Icelandic horse. Cross through lava fields, trot through green forests, and journey along the slopes of the Reykjafell mountain with your English-speaking guide leading the way. Instead of discovering the area by foot, cover more ground by riding horseback.

This is the perfect way to explore Iceland’s incredible scenery and meet the Icelandic horse. Get out in the open air and ride an Icelandic horse from the stables in Vik to a picturesque black sand beach. No need to worry if you’ve never ridden a horse before—this experience is suitable for beginners and goes at a slow and calm pace. Note: riders must be ages 10 and older and cannot weigh more than 220 lbs (100kg).

Make exploring beyond Reykjavik city limits easy, and look forward to discovering Icelandic countryside highlights that many other visitors miss, on this horseback-riding tour. Following pickup from the city center, head to the farm, where you’re saddled up on your horse. From there, follow your guide on a ride through forests, past geothermal areas and hot springs, and along other picturesque vistas.

What makes this experience special is the chance to explore a quieter side of South Iceland on horseback, following the Írá River through open countryside all the way to Írafoss Waterfall. Rather than simply riding near the farm, the route feels like a real journey through rural Iceland, with views of mountains, glaciers, farmland, and local sheep and cattle along the way. You’ll also ride one of Iceland’s much-loved native horses, with a horse selected to match your experience level, making the tour accessible to beginners while still enjoyable for more experienced riders.