2 hours Private Horse Riding to Lake Hafravatn, Reykjavík – Mos

About this experience

*Escape the crowds - Private tour*

Experience the Icelandic horse tradition on a small farm, located just 20 minutes from downtown Reykjavik. Despite being so close to the city, you will feel like you are deep in the countryside when you arrive at the farm. There just a small number of horses here and tours are always operated just for you and your private group, so that they have an intimate, personal and authentic feel. We will take you on a horse riding tour to Lake Hafravatn, where you can admire the scenery while spending time with our friendly horses. This is an excellent tour for first time riders and experienced riders alike.

Full riding time is roughly two hours.

At a glance

• Duration: 3 hr
• Private experience

Itinerary and highlights

*Escape the crowds - Private riding tour*

We will meet the horses and then go out for around 2 hour riding tour.

At arrival to our stable you will be met by one of our guides. As the tour is private it will only be you and your group along with the tour guide. Our tours start at the stable preparing you and the horse for the ride. Then we will head out, exploring the beautiful nature in our area.

Whether you are a novice or have some prior experience, our guides will tailor the tour to your individual needs. From mounting and dismounting to mastering the basic of riding gaits, you'll gain confidence in the saddle while building a solid understanding of proper riding techniques. Our riding tours are designed to not only enhance your riding abilities but also to provide a unique and immersive experience in nature, enjoying the scenic vistas of our area both of lake Hafravatn as well as of the nearby mountains and fields.

The total riding time varies a little bit depending on your riding level. You can expect the tour to take around 2 hour to 2,5 hours.

Total time from arrival to departure is around 3 hours.

See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.

Languages and tickets

• English — Guide
• Mobile Only

Tour operator

• Icelandic Riding

Accessibility and practical details

• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Minimum age is 12 years
• Any cruise ship passengers wishing to take the tour must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
• Important: Due to the comfort of the horses, unfortunately passengers weighing over 105kg will not be able to take part in the tour
• Dress according to weather
• Please note that any unwashed riding gear is not allowed to be brought into Iceland from abroad
• Comfortable riding shoes are recommend or walking shoes/ good sneakers
• The easiest way to get to our farm is to take bus no 15 from Reykjavík to us
• If a rider is not following instructions, is not capable of riding or if guides feel insecure about taking a guest for a riding tour - the tour might be cancelled, with out refund.
• Guest must be fit to mount and dismount the horse without stepping stool
• Guest must weigh less than 105kg
• Not recommended for those with allergy for horses, dogs or grass

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.