- Horseback Riding
- Open Tour
The River Horseback Riding Tour
This tour starts at the farm and from there south towards the ocean. Along the way, you can enjoy the breathtaking views of the Westman Islands and the Eyjafjallajökull glacier. There will be stops along the way to take some memorable photos of you and the horses by the water before continuing back home.
Note: Pick up is not included with this tour. It takes approximately 30 minutes to drive from Hotel Rangá to the meeting point. We can arrange private transfer to and from the tour.
Please book the tour using the name on your hotel reservation.
- ✦Skill Level: Beginner
- ✦Duration: 1 hour
- ✦Season: All year
- ✦Meeting Point: HESTAR OG FJÖLL, Mid-Grund, 861 Hvolsvöllur
- ✦Wheelchair Accessible: No
- ✦Drive From Hotel: 35 minutes
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Keep In Mind
- Weight limit 120kg/264 Ibs.
What's Included
- English speaking guide
- Helmets
- Raingear if needed
What To Bring
- Icelandic weather can be quite unpredictable, so it’s a good idea to dress warmly.
- We recommend wearing a good sweater, ideally wool, and having good rain gear on hand if needed.
- A windproof and waterproof jacket is essential, along with gloves and a warm scarf. Comfortable trousers are best, preferably soft and flexible.
- We provide safety stirrups, so any type of shoe is acceptable, though warm and waterproof options are preferred.
Good to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
We love children and enjoy showing them the wonders of horses. We adjust the riding experience based on the child’s age. Children as young as 3 can enjoy a guided walk around the farm, while those around 4 years old can join a little ride.
There is a minimum of 1 person.
It’s important that everyone understands how to interact and handle a horse. Before our tours, especially on our beginner tours, we have a short introduction where we go over the main details. This helps ensure a pleasant experience for both you and the horse.
We can arrange a private transfer from the hotel at additional cost.
No you do not have to be an experienced rider, however if you are it is good to know in advance and you might get a perkier horse.
The Icelandic horses are smaller than the average horse, yet they are very strong and have no problem carrying adult riders.
Yes, but you might get wet due to rainy conditions. If you choose to bring your camera, we strongly suggest that you put it in a good waterproof bag.
The weather in Iceland can change rapidly. In fact, we can say that Iceland’s extreme weather is a part of the adventure. But with your safety in mind we reserve the right to cancel this tour due to very bad weather conditions.
The horses still enjoy their rides during these conditions, and we think you will too! However, if there are very extreme winds or snowstorms, the tour could be cancelled or rescheduled.
If you wish to cancel the tour, you must do so at least 48 hours prior to the tour’s departure. Please contact the Hotel Rangá reception to learn more.
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At Hotel Rangá, we believe in personal service. If you aren’t quite ready to book, our in-house concierges specialize in finding the hidden gems of South Iceland. We work exclusively with hand-picked, highly rated tour operators to ensure you have the best experience possible.
Phone
+354 487 8700
Location
Hotel Rangá, Suðurlandsvegur, 851 Hella, Iceland
