Start with a pickup from your Reykjavik hotel and travel to the stables, just outside the city. On the road, learn about Iceland’s native horses, a breed that descends from horses brought to the country in the 10th century. The small horses are known for being easy to ride due to their tölt, a four-beat gait that makes for a smooth ride across the rugged terrain.
With your helmet on, listen to a safety briefing, and then follow your experienced guide out of the stables. Stop to take photos of the lava-covered landscape, and make your way along trails that wind through remote moorland and fields.
After around 2.5 hours, return to the stables and transfer to Reykjavik Old Harbor. Enjoy free time for lunch (own expense), and then board your high-speed boat. Perfect for whale watching, the hi-tech boat is fast and comfortable, and will get you out to the feeding grounds in only 20-30 minutes.
Put on your coveralls and settle on deck or in the indoor cabin. Then, enjoy the views and listen to commentary as you speed into Faxaflói Bay. The four most common species that are seen in the bay are minke whales, humpback whales, harbour porpoises and white-beaked dolphins. Keep your camera ready to photograph these magnificent creatures! In the unlikely event you don’t spot any whales or dolphins, receive a complimentary ticket for another trip.
Refuel with refreshments from the onboard cafe, if you wish, and then return to the harbor. Finish with a hotel drop-off (if option selected).
Points of Interest
- Ishestar Horse Riding Centre
- Onboard Wi-Fi
- Use of warm overalls during the boat tour
- Free retry ticket for the whale watching tour if no sightings occur
- Complimentary hot beverages post-horse riding tour
- Expert guides on all tours
- Provided gear for horseback riding, including helmet, boots, and all-weather clothing
- Food and drinks (unless otherwise stated)
- Gratuities
- Hotel transfers (available for an additional fee - please contact supplier directly).
Embark on an Icelandic horse riding adventure and whale watching expedition, all in one day trip from Reykjavik. This experience, which is appropriate for any skill level, begins with a serene 1.5-2 hour horse ride through tranquil moors and rugged lava terrains. Take a leisurely lunch break at Reykjavik’s Old Harbour before setting sail across the expansive Faxaflói Bay towards popular whale sighting locations. Keep an eye out for spectacular whales, playful dolphins, and elusive porpoises!
- Operates in a variety weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please note that sightings of wildlife cannot be guaranteed - if there are no sightings on your tour you will receive a complimentary ticket to try again on the next available day!
- Hotel pick up: please contact supplier directly to confirm pick-up details if you would like to purchase hotel transfers.
- Horse Riding Tour: The age limit to ride on this tour is 7 years old. Children 14 years or older need written parental permission to ride alone.
- Horse Riding Tour: The weight limit for riding our horses is 110 kg/240 lbs.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
