Note that the recent volcanic activity in Iceland is not causing any issues with arriving and departing from Iceland.
All regular tours and activities are operating as scheduled with the exception of Blue Lagoon visits and Reykjanes tours. The volcanic activity is limited to an area on the Reykjanes peninsula, with no effects on the capital area or other areas in Iceland.
In the case of any cancellations due to Blue Lagoon closures or other interruptions, a full refund will be provided.
Tour Operator: Eldhestar 5 hours Travel method:   Other / Non-Travel Region / Starts from: Capital Region

03B - Soft River Banks

This tour is for experienced riders who would like to ride the Icelandic horse in an extraordinary environment. We begin the tour on nice riding trails along our meadows which are perfect for trying the special gait of the Icelandic horse, tölt. We continue riding on grassland, following the river Gljúfurá to an old cemetery and further down to the soft Ölfusá River bank. From there, we have a view of the river and if the weather allows the famous volcanos Hekla and Eyjafjallajökull. We proceed through a bird sanctuary before returning to our farm Vellir. For experienced riders only!

Please note: Mininum number of participants are 2 people. If we do not reach the minimum number of participants, a different tour will be offered instead.



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Pick-Up
12 Minimum age: 12 years
Challenging
Free cancellation until 1 day before the departure
Cancellation fees:
+1 day - No charge
<1 day - 100% of total reservation value
What is included
Pick up and drop off, Riding for 2 1/2 - 3 hours.

We provide helmets and rain gear/winter overalls.
Meeting point
  • Eldhestar, Suðurlandsvegur
Important information
Please wear clothes according to weather and solid shoes. We recommend hiking boots.
Attention

This tour is offered all year round. 2.5-3 hours riding. Pick-up in Reykjavik every day at 08:00. Return to Reykjavik ca. 13:00. Note that pick up from hotels in Hafnarfjörður, Kópavogur and Mosfellsbær is at 7:30 and pick up from Hveragerði and Selfoss is at 8:45. Please double check your booking a day or two before arrival for the pick up location, as the bus stops may change without notice. Only for experienced riders!

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