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Sprengisandur - 7 Days tour

Important information before joining our horseback riding tours

 

Thank you for choosing to ride with us! To make sure your experience is safe, comfortable, and memorable, please read the following important information before participating in any of our riding tours.

1. Insurance
Please note that any riding you do with us it is on your own risk. Individual travel insurance is not included in the price. We recommend that our customers take out appropriate travel insurance before joining our riding tours.
2. Rider Requirements
All riders must be able to follow the instructions of our guides at all times.
Please inform us in advance if you or your child have any medical conditions, allergies, or physical limitations that could affect your ride.
People under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not permitted on our tours.
We have weight limitation to ride our horses, it is not more than 100kg and the riders must be able to mount the horses themselves and without a step.

 

3. Clothing & Equipment
We supply helmets and rain gear. Please dress according to weather. Good to bring gloves and a hat, windbreakers, hiking/walking shoes are good with our stirrups.
4. Arrival & Check-In
Please arrive 10–15 minutes before your scheduled tour time.
5. Weather & Tour Conditions
Due the poor weather conditions or any other not depending from us reasons plan and distance of the tour may change. We recommend checking the weather forecast and travelling conditions to be sure to SAFE TRAVEL.
We will notify you as early as possible if changes are necessary. Your safety always comes first.
6. Personal Items & Valuables
Please note that we recommend leaving valuables in your vehicle or with a non-riding companion. We are not responsible for lost or damaged items. Lock, zip your pockets before riding.
7. Respect for Our Horses

Our horses are our family members, each of them with great individual personality. Be kind to them and respect they work. Positive attitude helps create a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.

9. Cancellation & Booking Policy
Please check your booking confirmation for cancellation deadlines.
Late cancellations or no-shows may not be eligible for a refund.
Group bookings and private tours may have separate conditions.

Caution!

Used boots, riding wear etc. must be disinfected before arrival to Iceland. The reason – infectious diseases can easily be brought into the country, which creates a great danger for the horses and other domestic animals.

 

 

 

important information

Horse adventure in Iceland

by Apr 7, 2021

Horse adventure in Iceland

Some people, including me, would say you haven’t really been to Iceland if you haven’t ridden an Icelandic horse while you are visiting. I tend to tell people this for multiple reasons.

Unique horsebackriding

The Icelandic horse has adapted to the harsh weather conditions and diverse
landscapes, including climbing mountain ridges. They are  crossing rivers and running over volcanic fields. All that have led them to be one of the strongest breeds of horses in the world. Besides their incredible physique, the Icelandic horse tend to form a strong bond and develop a trustworthy connection with its rider. Therefore, experiencing Iceland from the back of a horse is the most incredible way to enjoy the Icelandic scenery as well as being able to
travel through parts of Iceland you would not be able to see from inside a vehicle.

You haven’t really been to Iceland if you haven’t ridden an Icelandic horse.

When riding through Iceland on the back of a horse not only do you get a close relationship to this magnificent animal. You will also get closer to the outstanding nature that Iceland has to offer. When you see the joy in the eyes of the free running heard, feeling the movement of the horse under you. The fresh wind on your face and the smell of nature, that’s when you truly have experienced Iceland.

Riding Tours

Andrea Líf Thorarinsdóttir

Horse adventure in Iceland