Beach & Lava Ride

Iceland in a nutshell

On this ride, you experience the extensive lava fields and volcanoes of the Reykjanes peninsula and also the dramatic landscapes of the South Iceland on horseback. We ride around the extinct volcano Helgafell, that holds cultural and historical significance formed by an eruption under a glacier late in the Ice Age. Some people believe it is a sacred site because of the name translates to Holy Mountain. The landscape is moon like and moss covered lava.

Experience the legendary beauty and dramatic landscapes of Snæfellsnes Peninsula, where the Snæfellsjökull volcano dominates over its national park. You get the chance to experience the smooth gait tölt over long distances on wide-open, light-colored sand at Löngufjörur beach, where only the tide sets a boundary to the freedom of horse and man. The remarkable crater Eldborg is a distinctive landmark, where the light sand turns black once you reach its lava field.

Round up your tour with optional whale watching or a Spa visit in the Sky Lagoon

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From €1.590


    DAUER

    3 nights - 3 riding days

    REITERLICHES KOENNEN

    Erfahren - Fortgeschrittene Reiter

    TOUR DATEN

    Dates 2025: 16-19 June

    UNTERKUNFT

    Gemachte Betten in 2-4 Bettzimmern, Bettzeug und Handtuecher werden gestellt. Unterbringung vor und nach der Tour muss selbst organisiert werden.

    BEMERKUNG

    Wir empfehlen hohe Gummistiefel fuer den Strandritt

    WAS IST ENTHALTEN

    Bus transfer von Reykjavik zur Farm und zurueck

    Wahrend der Tour ist Vollverpflegung enthalten. Das Essen besteht aus einem grossen Fruehstuecksbuffet, von dem die Gaeste auch ihr Lunchpaket zusammenstellen. Abendessen ist traditionelle islaendische Kueche (Fisch oder Lamm), vegetarisches Essen ist kein Problem, solange es bei der Buchung angegeben wird.

     

    Rain wear, water bottle, saddle bag, riding helmet are also included.

    WICHTIG

    Eine individuelle Reiseversicherung ist nicht im Preis enthalten, wir empfehlen den Gaesten, eine abzuschliessen.

    Alcoholic beverages are not included in the tour price, but you are free to bring them.

    Flug nach und von Island ist nicht inklusive

    Day 1:  Around the volcano

    We pick you up in Reykjavik at 11:30 am and drive to the stables where we have a picnic lunch. Then we find the perfect horse for each rider and have an introduction on how to ride an Icelandic horse.

    Now we are ready to start the adventures. Our ride takes us through fields of lupins and ancient lava fields. We will see Mt. Helgafell (338 m), it is located in a active volcanic region with the last eruption in the 13th or 14th century. We ride through moss covered lava and moon like landscapes.  We stop at some caves and can see as far as Snæfellsnes on a clear day on our way back. (app. 3 hours, 15 km). After the ride you can visit the Sky lagoon for a soak and amazing views from the infinity pool (optional, add to your booking). Transfer (individual) to the hotel in Hafnarfjördur and dinner there.

    Day 2. Let the sea set you free (Reykjavík – Minni Borgir – Kolviðarnes)After a morning drive (pick up around 8:30, ready in riding gear) from Reykjavik to the start point of the ride  and meet the staff and the other participants that are doing the longer version of the tour. We ride down to the beach and enjoy our horses tolting on the sea floor at low tide.

    Day 3. Black Beaches (Kolviðarnes – Stóri-Kálfalækur)
    Another stunning day at the Atlantic Ocean. The sand turns black as we follow the outline of the Eldborg lava field. The coast is rugged and we ride through vast, spectacular fjords at low tide and cross rivers on the way. Watch out for eagles on the rocks and horses running free in the dunes!

    Day 4: Return to Reykjavik after the breakfast

     

    Wir behalten uns das Recht vor, die Reiseroute bei Bedarf zu ändern. 

    Flughafen Transfer

    Wir empfehlen euch, bei Airport direct zu buchen, denn dort gibt es die meisten Abfahrten.

    Keflavik - Reykjavik (Bus hostel)

    Reykjavik (Bus hostel) - Keflavik

     

    Buchungsbedingungen (T&Cs)
    If you book online you will be asked to pay the full amount. Please contact us for different payment options.

    Verantwortlichkeit:
    Ishestar behaelt sich das Recht vor, Routen oder Zeitplaene kurzfristig zu aendern, falls dies noetig werden sollte. Ishestar uebernimmt keine Verantwortlichkeit fuer Kosten die durch verspaetete Fluege, Krankheiten, Unfaelle, etc. entstehen. Diese Kosten liegen in der Verantwortung der Reisenden.

    Fuer weitere Fragen koennt ihr gern in unsere FAQs gucken oder uns ueber sales@ishestar.is kontaktieren.

    Stóri Kálfalækur Farm

     

    Stóri-Kálfalækur Farm ist das Zuhause von 'Olöf und Siggi und ihrer Familie. Das Haus liegt auf gruenem Farmland dicht am Meer und mit spektakulaerem Blick auf Berge und den Gletschervulkan Snæfelssjökull. Es ist ein renoviertes Farmhaus in dem bis zu 20 Gaeste Platz finden, mit einer grossen Kueche und einem schönen Gemeinschaftsraum.
    • Raume: 8 (2-4 Betten)
    • Betten: 20
    • Hot tub
    • Number of showers:  5
    • Mobilfunkverbindung vorhanden aber schwach
    • Kein WIFI
    • Gemachte Betten
    • Toiletten: 5