Small-Group 1-Hour Horseback Riding Tour
Join a small-group horseback riding tour in South Iceland at a family-run breeding farm, riding carefully matched Icelandic horses with guidance tailored to different experience levels.
Duration
1 HOUR
Riding Level
EASY
Availability
FEB 15 - OCT 15
Location
VORSABÆR II
This 1-hour small-group horseback riding tour takes place at our Icelandic horse breeding farm in South Iceland. After meeting your guide in the riding hall, riders are matched with suitable horses and introduced to fundamental riding techniques before heading outdoors together.
The route follows open farmland and natural terrain near the farm, with views across the landscape between Selfoss and Flúðir. Icelandic horses are known for their steady temperament and smooth Tölt gait, making the experience accessible even for first-time riders.
Tour Description
The small-group tour offers a relaxed introduction to riding Icelandic horses in South Iceland. With a limited group size, riders receive personal guidance while sharing the experience with others who may also be new to horseback riding.
Beginners receive clear instruction in the riding hall before setting out, while returning riders can enjoy a steady rhythm suited to the group’s overall ability. The countryside surrounding the farm provides open views and gentle terrain that reflect daily life at a working breeding farm rather than a high-volume riding operation.
Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time.
What to Expect
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You will meet your guide and fellow riders at the riding hall and receive a short safety introduction. Helmets are mandatory and provided. Riders are shown how to mount and handle their horse before leaving the stable area.
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Horses are selected based on rider size, confidence, and experience. Our Icelandic horses are well-trained, calm, and responsive.
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Once comfortable, the group rides out into the open countryside surrounding the farm. The route follows natural terrain and farmland with views across the landscape between Selfoss and Flúðir.
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After returning to the stable, there is time to dismount safely and ask questions about the horses and farm life.
Check Availability
Small-group departure - priced per person
Advance booking is recommended, especially during the summer months.
Authorized Icelandic Day Tour Provider
Licensed by the Icelandic Tourist BoardPractical Information for This Riding Tour
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Riding helmet
Horseback riding equipment
Gloves
English-speaking guide
Icelandic horse
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Food and drinks
Rain gear
Gratuities
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Dress according to weather conditions. Wear comfortable outdoor clothing and sturdy shoes. Gloves are recommended in colder weather.
If bringing a camera, please use a small waist bag, as backpacks cannot be carried on horseback.
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Minimum age: 6 years
Maximum rider weight: 110 kg / 240 lb
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Tours may be canceled in unsafe weather conditions such as strong winds or ice. In such cases, an alternative date or full refund will be offered.
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Read our Cancellation Policy.
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Used riding equipment must be disinfected before entering Iceland, in accordance with Icelandic biosecurity regulations.
Looking for a Longer Ride?
Looking for a more tailored experience? See our Private 1-Hour Ride.
Why Ride at Vorsabær II
Vorsabær II is a working Icelandic horse breeding farm in South Iceland, not a high-volume riding stable. Horses are bred, raised, and trained on the farm, and riding experiences take place alongside daily farm life rather than in a commercial riding center.
