Path of totality, ride for all levels of riders

The event of the summer in Iceland 2026 is the total solar eclipse on August 12th! The eclipse reaches totality between 5:48PM and 5:50PM and what better way to experience it than letting a mighty Icelandic Horse take you to a carefully selected viewpoint in the path of totality in West Iceland?

Are you travelling to Iceland to experience the total solar eclipse on the 12th of August 2026? Or just happen to be in Iceland for a once in a lifetime experience? Then you are in luck!

Here is what we are planning: We will welcome you at the riding center and after an introduction to how to ride an Icelandic Horses, we will match you with your horse for the afternoon. The guides will help you mount the horses and make sure the tack is properly adjusted before you head out for the adventure.

From our stables we ride on excellent riding paths as the eclipse slowly begins. Roughly 20 minutes before the total eclipse we will reach a carefully selected view point where we will have an undisrupted view of the eclipse over the lava fields as it blacks out Western Iceland. After around half an hour of break we will mount the horses again and continue our loop back to the riding center. This is truly a once in a lifetime experience where you get to combine the experience of the mighty Icelandic Viking horses with the Forces of Nature.

This tour is suitable for riders at all levels and the group will be split into two before heading out on the trails. We will have one group for intermediate riders who will get a chance to try the tölt and another group which will do the full tour in a relaxed walking speed.

After the ride we will join the other riding tours for a cozy barbeque at the Íshestar Riding Center. There will be burgers, lamb legs, hotdogs and vegetarian options on the barbeque, and we will serve some homemade sides.   All food is included in the price and soft drinks can be bought on location.  

An Iconic Ride in South Iceland!

Ride one of our Icelandic horses across rivers and open fields before reaching Reynisfjara, Iceland’s world-famous Black Sand Beach. Although the farm is located near Hvolsvöllur, many guests join as an easy day trip from Reykjavík, arriving early to make the most of the ride. This tour highlights the best of South Iceland’s dramatic coastline and horses well-suited to beach terrain. Along the way, you’ll enjoy sweeping views of glaciers, mountains, and waterfalls, a panorama that changes with every step of your horse. On clear days, we may even glimpse the Westman Islands offshore or catch sight of the mighty Skógafoss cascading in the distance. The combination of dramatic landscapes and the smooth tölt gait of the Icelandic horse makes this journey both comfortable and thrilling, whether you are a first-time rider or an experienced horse lover. This is more than just a tour, it’s a true South Iceland adventure: authentic, unforgettable, and deeply connected to the land, the horses, and the people who call this place home.

Please note: this tour depends on the water level in the Holtsós river. If the river is too high to cross safely, we will adjust the route to an equally scenic alternative.

Ride on the path of totality

During the totality of the eclipse all riders will be on the ground and the horses will be tended to by the guides. Riders will be offered to have their pictures taken with their own phones or cameras on the horses either before or after the totality.  

After the ride we will join the other riding tours for a cozy barbeque at the Íshestar Riding Center. There will be burgers, lamb legs, hotdogs and some vegetarian options on the barbeque, and we will serve some homemade sides.   All food is included in the price and soft drinks can be bought on location.  

Enjoy the Icelandic Horse with your family!

Come visit our stables, learn a few facts about the Icelandic horse and spend time with our friendly horses. Enjoy the moment interacting with them and taking pictures. Those that wish to get a little taste of riding will be led by a guide on one of our horses. The paddock ride is 3 rounds in the paddock per person and is perfect for little children.

After the introduction and the paddock ride you are welcome to spend as much time as you feel like with our amazing horses or relax at our café.

Discover the best of Icelandic adventure with this exciting combo tour that combines horseback riding and an ATV ride, all just a short drive from Reykjavík.

Start your experience by meeting our friendly horses and guides at the stables located about 20 minutes from Reykjavik city center. Ride along excellent riding paths through beautiful lava fields and green hillsides while getting to know the unique Icelandic horse. Our specially trained guides make the tour enjoyable for both beginners and experienced riders. When possible we organize the groups according to riding ability so everyone can enjoy the ride at a comfortable pace. The slower group rides mostly at a walk while the faster group moves at a quicker pace (trot and tölt). After the ride relax at the stables with complimentary coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and learn more about the Icelandic horse from our staff.

Your adventure then continues with an exciting ATV ride through rugged trails and scenic paths around Lake Hafravatn. Drive across varied terrain as you head up to Reykjavík Peak where breathtaking views await. From the top you can enjoy wide views over the surrounding landscapes including mountains, lava fields, and the coastline. This ATV experience is suitable for beginners and offers a fun and memorable way to explore Icelandic nature.

This combo tour is perfect for travelers who want to experience Iceland from two different perspectives in one day. Ride through peaceful countryside on horseback and then enjoy the thrill of driving an ATV to one of the best viewpoints near Reykjavík. Join us for a memorable day full of nature, adventure, and unforgettable views just outside Reykjavik.

A valid driving license is required to operate the ATV and each vehicle has two seats.

IMPORTANT NOTE FOR ATV part:  SINGLE & SHARED RIDER*

• Single rider means one person per ATV. The Person needs to be 18 years or older and in possession of a valid driving license to drive the ATV.
• Shared rider means two person per ATV  – minimum 2 persons to book this option
• If there is an odd number of participants e.g.: 3,5,7 then one person must be booked as a single rider or alternatively sit with a guide

* Please note that this does not apply to the horseback riding part. There each rider rides its own horse (1rider per horse).