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05B - Below the Mountains

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Hveragerdi, Iceland
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About this activity

A full-day horseback riding adventure through southern Iceland's geothermal valleys and river plains, combining views of Hekla and Eyjafjallajökull volcanoes with intimate farm hospitality. Perfect for riders of all levels seeking authentic countryside and local Icelandic culture.

Discover the beautiful landscape opening up between the mountains and sea in southern Iceland. We ride along the Gljúfurá river to the banks of the Ölfusá river, with views of the famous volcanos Hekla and Eyjafjallajökull, weather permitting. We stop for a lunch break before continuing our ride towards the mountains and along Mt. Reykjafjall, where both sheep and horses graze in the summer. Awaiting us back at our farm are coffee and home-baked cake. During the winter season, we stop at our hotel for soup of the day before continuing our ride towards the mountains.


Please note: The tour is suitable for all levels of riding experience from beginners to advanced. During booking process, we ask our clients to inform us about their riding experience, which helps us to choose the right horse for everyone. Beginners and experienced riders ride together. We always try to tölt as much as possible, but do not gallop for safety reasons.

Highlights

  • ✓Ride along Gljúfurá and Ölfusá rivers with volcano vistas
  • ✓Experience tölt (smooth four-beat gait unique to Icelandic horses)
  • ✓Pass through sheep and horse grazing pastures at Mt. Reykjafjall
  • ✓Seasonal meals: summer home-baked cake or winter soup at farm/hotel
  • ✓All-levels welcome with horse matching based on experience

Insider tips

  • ★Mention your exact riding experience during booking so guides pair you with the right horse
  • ★Summer rides end with homemade refreshments at the farm; winter routes include a warm soup stop
  • ★Dress in layers and waterproof outerwear—weather changes rapidly in Iceland's open valleys
  • ★Tölt is the signature gait; if you're sensitive to riding gaits, ask guides about pacing before you go

Good to know

  • •Total duration is 9 hours including meal breaks
  • •Suitable for beginners to advanced riders; all levels ride together
  • •No galloping (only tölt) for safety reasons
  • •Starting location is the farm in Hveragerði; confirm exact meeting time and parking at booking
  • •Bring waterproof jacket, warm layers, and sturdy closed-toe footwear

Who it's for

Beginner riders seeking a confidence-building half-day to full-day experienceExperienced horse enthusiasts wanting to try Icelandic horses and töltNature lovers interested in volcanic landscape and rural farm cultureFamilies or groups with mixed riding abilities

Best time to visit

Summer (June–August) offers the most stable weather and pastoral scenery with livestock visible; winter (November–March) is possible but colder with reduced daylight. Early morning departures maximize volcano views before cloud cover builds.

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