Private 1-Hour Horseback Riding Tour
Experience private horseback riding in South Iceland at a family-run breeding farm, on carefully matched horses with personal guidance suited to your experience level.
Duration
1 HOUR
Riding Level
EASY
Availability
FEB 15 - OCT 15
Location
VORSABÆR II
This 1-hour private horseback riding experience at Vorsabær II takes place at our Icelandic horse breeding farm in South Iceland. After meeting your guide in the riding hall, you are matched with a suitable horse and introduced to fundamental riding techniques before heading outdoors.
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 private 1-hour tour offers a calm and personal introduction to riding Icelandic horses in South Iceland. With your guide focused solely on your group, the pace and level of instruction are adapted to your comfort and experience. Beginners receive clear guidance in the riding hall before setting out, while more experienced riders may explore a slightly more forward rhythm depending on conditions.
Each rider is thoughtfully matched to a suitable horse. The surrounding countryside offers open views, gentle terrain, and a quiet setting that reflects daily life at a working breeding farm rather than a high-volume riding stable.
Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time.
What to Expect
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You will meet your guide 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, you ride 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
Private 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 private 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 Private Ride?
If you prefer a shared departure, see our Small-Group 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 operation. 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.
