Hraunholt Farm
A cozy farmhouse in the Snæfellsnes peninsula
Riding tours / West Iceland
Snæfellsnes: Beach and Mountain Ride
West Iceland6 daysIntermediate +From Hraunholt
This is a shorter version of the Snæfellsnes tour.
- Duration
- 6 days - 5 nights - 4 riding days
- Riding skills
- Intermediate - Advanced
- Region
- West Iceland
- Price from
- 1.840 EUR
The ride
Experiencing “tölt”, the unique extra gait of the Icelandic Horse is made easy for you on this tour when we follow good riding tracks. The long stretches of smooth sandy beaches make this tour a delight for both horses and riders.
This horseback riding tour takes us through a landscape of extensive lava fields, craters, and ash from ancient eruptions in Hítardalur valley. We also enjoy wide-open stretches of light-colored sand at Löngufjörur beach, where only the tide sets a limit to the freedom of horse and man. The impressive 50-meter deep crater Eldborg is a distinctive landmark, where the light sand turns black once you reach its lava field.
When we ride
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Along the trail
5 highlights on the route – scroll sideways to follow it.
Traðir Farm
Located just south of Staðastaður, the south part of Snæfellsnes
Kolviðarnes
Has a building and a farm in Snæfellsnes located near the river Haffjarðará and the famous beach Löngufjörur
Haffjarðará
Ranks among the top salmon rivers of Iceland in an outstanding landscape of lavefields covered on moss and birds
Rauðamelslaug
A natural pool wonderful to bath in with a temperature around 40 degrees celsius
Day by day
Riding distance per day≈ 79 km in the saddle
- DAY1
Reykjavík – Hraunholt
Pick up at BSÍ Bus station in Reykjavik at 18:00 where our Islandshesta bus will transfer you and your fellow riders to Hraunholt Farm, where the family at Hraunholt are waiting for us. After a lovely introductory meal where we get to know each other we relax and rest so we are well prepared for the adventure ahead of us. Over night at Hraunholt.
- DAY2
Hraunholt – Kolviðarnes≈ 23 km
After an introduction to the Icelandic horse and its special gaits, we start our ride from Hraunholt and ride through fertile farmlands with lava on both sides. We cross the river Haffjarðará on our way to Kolviðarnes where our ride ends today. Over night at Hraunholt. Riding distance: approx. 23km. Riding distance: approx. 15 km.
- DAY3
Single-horse beach ride≈ 18 km
In a special experience, set out on a single-horse beach ride covering 18 km of scenic shoreline. Feel a deep connection with your majestic companion as you ride along the tranquil beach, absorbing the serenity of the surroundings. This intimate journey offers a unique perspective on the Icelandic landscape. Riding distance: approx. 18 km.
What’s included
- Bus transfer from Reykjavík to the farm.
- During the ride full board is provided. Our menu consists of a large breakfast and traditional Icelandic meals (fish or lamb). Vegetarian meals are available if requested when booking. All riders make their own packed lunch from the breakfast table.
- Alcoholic beverages are not included in the tour price. They can be bought at a reasonable price in the Duty-Free Store at Keflavik Airport upon arrival.
- Rainwear, water bottle, saddle bag, riding helmet.
Good to know
Please note
- Individual travel insurance is not included in the travel price. We recommend that our customers take out appropriate travel insurance before visiting Iceland.
- Flight to and from Iceland is not included.
Here you can book your Flybus ticket to and from Reykjavík. The Flybus departs from Keflavík airport 35-40 minutes after each arrival. Busses are located right outside the terminal building. Book my ticket.
Note: Knee-high rubber boots are recommended for this ride.
Terms & conditions:
We request a confirmation payment upon booking of minimum 30% of the tour price. When the confirmation payment is received the seat is secure. The remaining balance is due 6 weeks before the tour departs. If you book the tour through the website the full amount is requested.
Children’s under 12 years receive 25% discount on our multi-day tours.
Liability:
We reserves the right to alter routes, itineraries or timetables without prior notice, should the necessity arise. No liability is accepted for loss or expenses due to delays or changes of arrival or departures of flights or other services, injury, sickness, accident, strikes, damage, negligence, weather, wars or other causes outside the control of Íslandshestar. All such losses and expenses are the personal liability of the traveler. The estimated duration of tours as indicated by km or timing can change according to road or weather conditions.
For more information please see also our Frequent Asked Questions and/or contact us at info@islandshestar.is
What riders say
“I really wish I would have done this trip sooner, this is truly a life changing experience and one you can´t describe until you try it your self! The horses, nature, hosts, and helpers were amazing. I 100% recommend all riders to ride with them!”
