About this experience
Combine an Icelandic horseback riding tour and a whale watching cruise on a day trip from Reykjavik. Suitable for all abilities, the experience starts with a 1.5-2 hour ride through moors and lava fields on the sturdy Icelandic horse. Enjoy free time for lunch at Reykjavik Old Harbour, and then board a ship to take you across Faxaflói Bay to the whale watching sites. Look for whales, dolphins and porpoises and more!
At a glance
- Duration: 5 hr 30 min
Plan your experience
Time on the tour5 hr 30 min
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Set aside 5 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Onboard Wi-Fi
- Use of warm overalls during the boat tour
- Free ticket to try again if nothing is seen on your whale watching tour!
- Coffee, tea, and hot chocolate after your horse riding tour
- Professional guide on both tours
- Use of riding helmet, rubber boots, and rainwear/warm clothing during the ride
Not included
- Food and drinks (unless otherwise stated)
- Gratuities
- Hotel transfers (available for an additional fee - please contact supplier directly).
Itinerary and highlights
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- If you would like the optional hotel pick-up for an additional fee, Íshestar will pick you up starting at 8:45. If you are self-driving we kindly ask that you arrive to the stables no later than 9:30. The stables are a 20 minute drive from the city center.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Special Tours Iceland
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in a variety weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please note that sightings of wildlife cannot be guaranteed - if there are no sightings on your tour you will receive a complimentary ticket to try again on the next available day!
- Hotel pick up: please contact supplier directly to confirm pick-up details if you would like to purchase hotel transfers.
- Horse Riding Tour: The age limit to ride on this tour is 7 years old. Children 14 years or older need written parental permission to ride alone.
- Horse Riding Tour: The weight limit for riding our horses is 110 kg/240 lbs.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Questions about this experience
How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 5 hr 30 min.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 12–15; Adult tickets: age 16+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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