Thousands of people in Iceland own horses for the simple pleasure of riding out and enjoying the companionship of their horses. Travel on horseback is growing in popularity and Icelandic horsemen are respectful and considerate when it comes to nature, just as they are with their horse.
The Lava Tour is an adventurous ride from the Íshestar Riding Centre into the lava fields surrounding Mt. Helgafell volcano to the old Kaldársel sheep corral or to Lake Hvaleyrarvatn through lava fields and across beautiful hillsides. View rough lava fields and look for different formations in the lava, maybe you will be able to spot a troll or two. The beautiful Bláfjöll Mountains tower above on the horizon. All riding is on excellent riding paths.
The locker room of the Riding Centre is well equipped. All customers are provided with warm overalls, raingear, riding boots and helmets in theirl sizes. The Íshestar staff take pride in finding horses to suit individual needs as well as secure the safety of everybody.
Please note: Due to possible damage to unborn children and the woman herself in case of an accident pregnant women are not permitted to join the riding tours.
Departures: Daily at 10:00 and 14:00 Riding skills: Little or no riding experience needed Transfers from hotels and guesthouses start at 8:45 and 12:45 Duration: 3 hours (1.5-2 hours riding)
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The air holiday packages shown are ATOL protected by the Civil Aviation Authority. Our ATOL number is ATOL 4560. Please see our booking conditions for more information.
