Reykjavik Riding Center
Reykjavik Riding Center
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Riding Tours. Reykjavik Riding Center offers three riding tours each day. We pickup from 09:15 - 09:30 in the morning. At 13.45. in the afternoon and at 19:45 for the evening tour. We drive up to the Reykjavik Riding Centre where coffee awaits. Max 10 people on each tour. The Centre is about 8 min. from city center and offers six different horse riding tours from Reykjavik, Iceland. We offer excellent facilities in the largest equestrian centre for the Icelandic horse in the world. About 2000 meters from the Centre are Raudholar or Red Hills a unique natural phenomena surrounded by lava formations and Heidmork a peaceful and beautiful area, all these places you can experience and enjoy in the city tours offered by the Reykjavik Riding Center. Reykjavik Riding Center offers six different horse riding tours from Reykjavik. OUR HOT PICK: Adventure Tour with Lunch: We ride along comfortable riding paths in Heidmork and RedHills accompanied by specially trained guides. Lobster soup is served in our beautiful cafe. The tour is about 3 ½-4 hours, the time spent on horseback being around 1-½ hour – 2 hour. Tour from around 09:15 – 13:00 at the hotel. Also available from around 14:00 - 18:00 Price 13900 Party on into the Midnight Sun:The horses are saddled and prepared and then we ride through Red Hills and from there into Heidmork with an experienced guide. We go past Ellidavatn and examine the bird life and beautiful nature that surrounds us. We stop at a scenic spot for about half an hour where riders gather around to enjoy a picnic basket of Icelandic food and drinks. Ample time will be given to enjoy the midnight sun. When we return to the Reykjavik Riding Centre the tour ends at our inhouse bar before transport back to the Hotel. Tour from around 20.00 – 24.00 at the hotel. Price 23900 We offer excellent facilities in Vididalur where the largest equestrian centre for the Icelandic horse in the world is situated. We are located by the main running course of the Equestrian Association Fakur where the National Horse Show in Iceland 2012 was held. Around 10.000 guest and riders visited and stayed there during the meet. Less than 800 meters from our facilities the Ellidaar Rivers run, clean and pristine full of salmon and surrounded by interesting lava formations and plants. Only about 2000 meters from the Riding Centre are Raudholar or Red Hills a unique natural phenomena and Heidmork a peaceful and beautiful recreation area. These places you can experience and enjoy in the city tours offered by the Reykjavik Riding Center. In the facilities of Reykjavik Riding Centre there is a cafe and a bar, a riding gear shop, horse buggy rental and riding a tour company. Reykjavik Riding Centre is situated in the area of Fakur which is the largest riders association specializing in the Icelandic horse in the world. Our stables are about 200 meters from the Riding Centre.
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Rottnest
3 contributions
Oct 2019
You can be picked up in town by the company at several designated spots in town (big busses are band from entering the city so there are many spots that you can be picked up from) When you arrive they have a very informative orientation to the centre. I don't ride horses I just wanted to learn about them. I was able to visit the stables and interact with the horses. You can ride a horse in the ring if you would like to. These horses are a must see for any visitor to Iceland. They are so gentle and are just like big dogs. They love a scratch, brush and are happy for you just to be with them. The even didn't mind my attempt to arrange their hair!! In my group of five there was a young boy three years of age and he was looked after really well and was able to have a ride. The guide was lovely really knowledgeable and so patient and kind. This tour is a must do item in Iceland. You are able to have a free hot tea, coffee or hot chocolate at any time. All the wet weather gear and boots are provided and they have sizes from small to extra extra large. You can take a free horse shoe home with you too!!
Written 30 March 2020
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Malin S
Copenhagen, Denmark9 contributions
Apr 2016 • Friends
With small groups and charming horses with a landscape out of the ordinary this riding tour was a fantastic experience during our stay in Iceland. With our helpful and professional guides Heidi and Iris we felt secure and very well taken care of all the time.
And a special thanks to the owner Andres for the marvellous homemade lobster soup after the trip joined by a glass of wine for my birthday. This was a trip we will not forget.
And a special thanks to the owner Andres for the marvellous homemade lobster soup after the trip joined by a glass of wine for my birthday. This was a trip we will not forget.
Written 1 May 2016
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Kim P
North Potomac, MD41 contributions
Jun 2015 • Couples
One of the high points (and there were many) of our visit to Retkjavik area. Hubby and I enjoyed an evening ride through hills and around a lake. Great conversation and coaching with Sophie guiding the way. If you are familiar with riding, this is a great way to try the tolt. And even novices will enjoy the rise and may get to try the rolling smooth gait.
You may be a bit sore a day or two after. But totally worth it. great introduction to the Icelandic horse.
You may be a bit sore a day or two after. But totally worth it. great introduction to the Icelandic horse.
Written 14 June 2015
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Benjamin K
Tweed Heads, Australia5 contributions
Oct 2016 • Solo
They were supposed to pick me up from my hotel and never showed myself and guide to Iceland tours tried ringing their emergency contact line and no answer. It's an emergency contact line someone must always answer! It's happened before to other people so don't make the mistake by booking with these people.
Written 13 October 2016
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hellovakay
New York11 contributions
May 2013 • Friends
My girlfriends and I just returned from a getaway trip to Iceland. Through all the great meals, spas, nightlife and shopping, the surprise highlight of our trip was at the Reykjavik Riding Center. The gregarious host, "Andres" was more than accomodating (with excellent english), and even had us picked up at our hotel.
I have never ridden a horse before- as well as some of my friends, but the horses they have are beautiful and gentle, and our guide made everything relaxed and fun- so everyone could ride immediately!!
I'm glad we got a recommendation from a local for this particular outfit- it turned our whole trip into an adventure.
I have never ridden a horse before- as well as some of my friends, but the horses they have are beautiful and gentle, and our guide made everything relaxed and fun- so everyone could ride immediately!!
I'm glad we got a recommendation from a local for this particular outfit- it turned our whole trip into an adventure.
Written 29 May 2013
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Jeffrey B
Woodinville, WA36 contributions
Aug 2016 • Family
We had a wonderful time. It is located right at a horse training grounds, so during lunch we watched some riders practice; right outside the window we could watch a professional rider "tolt" (and flying!), it was amazing to watch. Of course, YMMV :-)
Location is very near Reykjavik, only 10-15 minutes drive from where we were staying. This was nice, so we don't spend a lot of our time travelling. Given it was so closer to Reykjavik, I was concerned it wouldn't be very rural, as I wanted a trail ride, not a city ride. It wasn't a problem. Maybe about 1/3 of the ride is past horse stables and some houses, but it was short enough that it remained interesting. The remaining time was in the Heidmörk Nature Reserve, riding among some amazing lava fields with "pseudo craters" (go ahead and look them up, I'll wait) and beautiful scenery.
Location is very near Reykjavik, only 10-15 minutes drive from where we were staying. This was nice, so we don't spend a lot of our time travelling. Given it was so closer to Reykjavik, I was concerned it wouldn't be very rural, as I wanted a trail ride, not a city ride. It wasn't a problem. Maybe about 1/3 of the ride is past horse stables and some houses, but it was short enough that it remained interesting. The remaining time was in the Heidmörk Nature Reserve, riding among some amazing lava fields with "pseudo craters" (go ahead and look them up, I'll wait) and beautiful scenery.
Written 24 August 2016
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Maps369757
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Jul 2016 • Couples
My wife and I booked this tour on our Iceland travels. We thought it would be a lovely ride with a "picnic" and scenic views of the "midnight sun" as the tour suggests. Both far from the truth. We have traveled to 27 countries, both in our early 30's and very energetic and happy-go-lucky. The tour started with our 17 year old guide, who didn't know too much about the world or the area we were riding in, dictating how to ride the horse and speak Icelandic. He insisted we try to speak Icelandic words, and was quite patronizing with our pronunciations. Their language is difficult, but we always try to learn words, just not in a patronizing way. The "picnic" was essentially pita bread with ham and 1 beer. We were also rushed to finish it so we could continue the ride. The "midnight sun" tour doesn't include any of the sort, you are back at the barn by 1000 pm, 22:00, and then not offered a beer, but a ride back home. The tour is also very expensive for what you get, $389 USD, for a short ride. There are so many other tours for young, energetic travelers, for your money. If you want to have a horse riding tour, I suggest somewhere near Hveragerði hot springs, or spend your money on a more exhilarating tour.
Written 5 July 2016
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Helena H
Stockholm, Sweden2 contributions
May 2016 • Friends
We were four riders with mixed experiences (2 very experienced and the others not so used to ride but fit and mentally strong!) who booked a tour of our own for a weekend. The arrangements were perfectly well organized, spiced with laughs as well as the ability to see the horses and the humans needs. This included very much the guide, the food, the accommodation (in a small private hut) and the whole planning. Both experienced and non-experienced riders were very impressed and had a wonderful tour. We´ll be back!
Written 2 July 2016
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Allison P
New York City, NY11 contributions
Jun 2016 • Family
While the people who worked here were nice and our guide was good, the horses were not what we expected. One was too slow to keep up with the others and did not tolt and the other was wild and angry. Maybe it was bad luck on a busy day, but it was not the fun ride we were expecting.
Written 23 June 2016
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Izzywizzy69
1 contribution
Feb 2016 • Family
What a great outfit! Accommodated us at short notice and gave us a great experience. The ponies were very well schooled, looked after and a pleasure to ride. I even managed the famous tult gate!
With lunch after the ride we were made to feel very welcome. The kit provided kept all of us safe and warm-no mean feat in the February snow.
If I ever go back to Iceland I will look them up and try and out riding with them again...
Thanks guys!
With lunch after the ride we were made to feel very welcome. The kit provided kept all of us safe and warm-no mean feat in the February snow.
If I ever go back to Iceland I will look them up and try and out riding with them again...
Thanks guys!
Written 25 May 2016
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Katie R
Vancouver Island, Canada
Hello we are coming to Iceland in October and would love to go riding. Do you have a larger horse for my son? He is 6.3 and 270lb Thanks.
Written 17 September 2019
Shayon99
Newton, Massachusetts
I am interested in riding lessons for an experienced rider. Do you offer them?
Written 10 July 2017
Cora’s Horses near Hveragerði. 45 minutes From Reykjavík and well worth visiting
Written 25 March 2021
steinar702016
Oslo, Norway
Kan billetter til lokale attravsjoner kjøpes i resepsjonen?
Written 5 July 2016
I plan on being in Iceland on Sept 15 and am wanting to do the midnight ride. Do you plan on having the 2000-2400 ride on Sept 15th?
Written 11 February 2016
SigurlaugAnna
Hafnarfjordur, Iceland
Hi Robin, yes we offer riding tours of all kinds and for all types of riders. Please write to us directly and we will make you an offer. info@reykjavikridingcenter.is
Or call us at 00354-477-2222
Hope to hear from you
Best
Reykjavík Riding Center
Written 14 July 2015
What is the maximum weight of a man that your horses would be comfortable with? My husband weighs 98 kg and is 1.82 m in height. He has ridden twice only.
Written 15 April 2015
Hello Esther and thank you for your question.
It is no problem for your husband to ride the Icelandi horse. Our wight limit for a 90 min riding tour is around 130-140 kg.
Written 15 April 2015
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