5.0 273 reviews

• Gloria Ripamonti ★★★★★ a week ago
  I recently had the pleasure of being a guest of Mister Iceland, the man behind one of the most captivating horse stables in Iceland, and I must say that the experience was simply unforgettable.
  The horseback ride I booked turned out to … More be a true immersion in Iceland's wild beauty. Crossing breathtaking landscapes was a moment that will stay etched in my memory forever.
  The lessons provided by Mister Iceland were a true treasure trove of wisdom and passion for these magnificent animals. His in-depth knowledge and the love he exudes for horses made the educational aspect of the experience equally thrilling.
  The dinner with my friends and Mister Iceland was a culinary and spiritual experience. The conversation with Mister Iceland was enlightening and inspiring.
  Staying overnight in the farm's cottages was a dream come true. The interiors were tastefully decorated, offering comfort and a welcoming atmosphere that made our stay even more special.
  But the real magic was waking up in the morning to see the horses grazing outside the window. This breathtaking sight was an indelible memory.
  Ultimately, the experience with Mister Iceland was much more than just a horseback ride. It was an emotional and spiritual journey that made me feel deeply connected to nature and these magnificent animals. I highly recommend anyone seeking an authentic and transformative experience to pay a visit to Mister Iceland and his incredible horses.
• Travis Grodkiewicz ★★★★★ 2 weeks ago
  We had a fantastic time with Mr. Iceland. We went on an afternoon ride and then had an amazing dinner of local (and home grown) fare prepared by Mr. Iceland himself. We spent the night in one of the cabins on site which look out onto … More beautiful pastures of Icelandic horses. The cabins are spacious, recently built, well equipped, and very comfortable. The following morning, we went on the black sand beach ride which is a once in a lifetime experience. Our time spent here was unforgettable and Mr. Iceland is just an amazing individual. He strives to farm locally and ethically, and he was always making sure we were comfortable and having a great time while he gave us a peak into his farm and life.
• Cassandra ★★★★★ 3 weeks ago
  An incredible experience with wonderful people. Words cannot describe the joy this experience brought me! Mister Iceland introduced me to the wonders of the Icelandic horses, providing guidance before and during the ride. His knowledge … More of the land and the horses is unparalleled, and I enjoyed our easy conversations. The views of the black sand beaches were breathtaking and it will be a memory for a lifetime. I also had the unique opportunity to get to the know the four staff persons - all very kind and friendly. If you’re in Iceland - don’t miss this experience!
• Maggie Marinaccio ★★★★★ 3 weeks ago
  We had a blast with Mr Iceland tours. For the very experienced rider I highly recommend doing the ride where you run with the herd. It’s one of those bucket list musts! If you ride a lot, have your own horses, and do lots of riding most … More riding tours or trips will not be all that exciting. This is not that. It’s fantastic, what a thrill. The horses are quick, incredibly sure footed, well mannered and fit making them a joy to ride. Running with the herd though rivers ( they just leap in the water with out a second thought) on beaches, and Icelandic country dirt lanes, we giggled for 3 hours straight. We followed the horses to their stables where we ended the ride. Rosy cheeked, and muddy we had hot Icelandic stew waiting for us. Next time we will stay the night and do more than one ride. We toured the new cabins on the farm that overlook the paddocks where horses are so close they are peering in the windows, Heklas in the background. They are fresh, modern, and cozy. Thank you, Mr Iceland for a fantastic time.
  See you again.
  Maggie and Jason
• Brittany Bartilson ★★★★★ 4 weeks ago
  This entire experience was incredible. Hörður was wonderful and really took care to ensure you were in touch with the horse and prepared to ride before he took my group on a stunning ride. Dinner afterwards was like having dinner with a … More friend you hadn’t known you had. The horses were loved and well cared for and the scenery was stunning. Definitely a must do tour if you are visiting this part of Iceland. Would ABSOLUTELY recommend.
• Stuart Florence ★★★★★ a month ago
  We came from South Africa to explore Iceland and fulfil the dream to ride the beautiful Icelandic horses. We saw this as the perfect way to truly experience the Icelandic horses. Firstly we had a very informative and interesting lesson … More about the horses and their history and nature, we then moved on to have the incredible experience of learning the way of riding these horses in order to work with them. The lesson opens eyes to a new way of understanding and appreciating the horse. After building a connection with each of our horses through brushing and the lesson we rode out around the farm.
  Dinner was delicious with high quality food in a warm and luxurious room with a stunning atmosphere.
  The next morning we set off on the black beach ride after being acquainted with new horses and having time to learn to work together. The beach ride was incredible and experiencing the spectacular Tölt was a dream come true. Seeing and experiencing the beach on horseback is truly breathtaking.
  Overall this way of experiencing the Icelandic horses is the most authentic and connecting way to do it. We will definitely make a plan to come back!
• Amanda Dillingham ★★★★★ a month ago
  Mr. Iceland is a truly wonderful person who helps you have an unforgettable life experience in Iceland. He is a tremendously gifted teacher. In my visit to Iceland I wanted an authentic and personal experience with Icelandic horses. From … More the beginning, it was incredible. In a small group we learned about the horses, bonded with our horse while grooming it and received personalized lessons on how to properly ride our horse. We then went for a ride and came back to an incredible dinner. I loved it so much, I came back the next day to ride on the black sand beach and have dinner again. I would absolutely recommend you visit and ride with Mr. Iceland.
• Natalia Izabela Kuraszynska ★★★★★ 2 months ago
  I spent the most amazing time at Hörður's farm, it was a dream coming true. I was received very warmly and felt really well taken care of. There is such a wonderful energy in this place. It was wonderful to watch Hörður working with … More his horses, with such awareness and love. And I received all this love back from those beautiful creatures. If you're searching for a place where you can ground, rest from the city noise, and connect with nature and yourself, this is the right place to spend some time.🧚‍♀️💚
• Joe Hyman ★★★★★ 2 months ago
  Three words: Spectacular, Ethical, Unforgettable. My wife and I went on a horse tour with Mr Iceland and had dinner at his farm. We were so incredibly impressed by his dedication to his horses and his guests. He provided a fantastic lesson … More for riding these horses, took the time and care to really work with you as an individual, and made sure we had a great time. You can immediately tell his horses are well maintained and treated with the highest of ethical standards. I would recommend this tour to ANYONE who really wants to experience what Iceland has to offer beyond a crowded parking lot by a waterfall. BONUS - hes a great cook.
• L B ★★★★★ 3 months ago
  One word - Masterclass. This is a masterclass experience. What Mr. Iceland has created is something very rare and special. You are not just another tourist riding with a summer intern. You are a valued individual riding with a Master horseman! … More He gives you his time, attention, positive energy, and words of wisdom.
  I booked a last minute ticket to Iceland and was one of the first few to stay in one of his new cozy cabins, next to the horses. It was beautifully decorated with lots of natural light and a back window door opening to the horse pasture. Everything you need is there to cook your own meals and rest and relax. It was wonderful!
  Mr. Iceland loves what he does and it shows in the twinkle in his eyes. The vision of what he has created on this farm is amazing - from breeding the horses to planting thousands of trees and his very own carrots and garlic. And the beauty of it is you get to experience it on his 4,000 acres of pristine land dotted with wild cotton, whale bones, and a gorgeous black sand beach! Approaching the beach on horse and looking around and realizing there was not another person or car for miles - that this paradise was being experienced in pure solitude - was a sacred moment. In fact the whole experience was very healing. Mr. Iceland has a calm and accepting energy. He reads horses and he can read people and you will come away from this experience with an elevated perspective on life and yourself.
• Jenna & Jenree Collection ★★★★★ 3 months ago
  We absolutely loved our time horseback riding with Hordur at Mr. Iceland! This is a must-do if you are in Southern Iceland. When we first arrived, we were lead to the stable to say hello to all the horses. Then, we were assigned a horse, … More and we spent quality time with our horse to brush it, and talk to it. Next, we had a horseback riding lesson. This made a BIG difference! We loved Mr. Iceland's approach to being extremely kind, loving, and calm to the horses, then the horses will respond gently to your energy. We went on the trail ride after that. The ride featured gorgeous views of the mountains, glaciers, lupine, and rivers. It was fun to cross the river on horseback. Lastly, we had dinner. It was delicious. Hordur (Mr. Iceland) is so caring and a wonderful person to talk to!
• Mari Heininen-Brown ★★★★★ 3 months ago
  If you can do only one thing in Iceland, it should be visiting the Mr. Iceland horse farm in Efri-Úlfsstaðir. The love and respect Hörður has for his land, heritage and most of all horses is evident. You will learn so much about life in … More Iceland and the Icelandic horses.
  The horse riding experience through the countryside is an absolute bucket list item. Iceland's biggest (and baddest) volcanoes Hekla and Eyjafjallajökull on one side, and the green farmland on the other, will create an magical surrounding. Hörður will pair you with a horse that matches and compliments your personality and skill level, and gives you a comprehensive riding lesson on how to properly handle your horse before you are out in the wild nature. Absolutely nothing beats the feeling of riding (tölting) on ancient Viking paths, with the trusty companion Delta the farm dog running along your side.
  We were also lucky to sit down with Hörður to have a dinner with him. The ingredients for the delicious lamb dinner come either from his own farm or from the neighboring farms. The conversations we had were heartfelt and funny, and we felt right at home.
  We also chose to stay the night at the farm in Southern Iceland's oldest stone house, Jakob's old farm house. The house is absolutely charming, you are surrounded by horses and have uninterrupted peace looking at the mountains. We had the best night of sleep here. Hörður is building four new luxury cabins on the property so even more people can experience the stay at an Icelandic farm. I would highly recommend that you include the stay to your experience and have coffee with the horses in the morning.
  We will definitely come back here next year and do the morning ride on the Black Beach. Therefore, the strongest recommendation for this place and the overall experience.
• J Horton ★★★★★ 4 months ago
  We rode Icelandic horses! Many thanks for the thoughtful, intuitive riding instruction of Mr. Iceland! When you visit Iceland you *must* go see him, connect with the horses, and have dinner. He's a gracious host who is deeply connected … More to his culture, community, and personal purpose. He is also a great cook!
• Rán Bjargardóttir ★★★★★ 4 months ago
  I went on the tour *Riding with the herd* with my friend and it was absolutely amazing! The staff members were very welcoming and nice and made us feel very comfortable and safe. They asked us questions to determine what kind of experience … More we had and that was very reassuring. I highly recommend this unforgettable ride with Mr. Iceland and their horses. It's a truly magnificent experience riding with a herd of horses in the stunning nature of Iceland. It's also at a very reasonable price and worth every penny.
  Thank you so much for having us! I will never forget this! And I will definitely be riding with you again
  All the best
  Rán
• Grace Williams ★★★★★ 4 months ago
  If you can do this while in Iceland, then definitely don't hesitate! Probably my highlight of my week here. We did the afternoon ride with dinner and stayed in the farmhouse. Hordur took the time to tell us about the horses and made … More sure we could ride them properly before setting out. We had quite windy weather ,but the horses were great and not spooked at all. Dinner was generous and delicious with local and organic ingredients, lamb and vegetables. So yummy! Can't recommend more highly!
• Samantha Piro ★★★★★ 5 months ago
  This was the BEST thing we did in Iceland!! Hördur is incredibly accommodating. He taught us about the Icelandic horse and how to interact with the horses as well as ride them. He matches you up with a horse based on your experience/energy … More as well as that of the horse. We got a lovely ride through his farm followed by an amazing dinner. It was seriously such a great experience. Don't miss this!!!
• B Dias ★★★★★ 5 months ago
  The reviews don't lie - this is hands down one of the best experiences you can have in Iceland. Hordur's authenticity and service to his animals and guests is what truly brings this experience to life and it's that kind of … More energy that creates magic. I initially went just for a ride and dinner - which was hands down one of the best meals I've had - and ended up staying overnight to ride the black sand beaches in the morning. I'm so glad I did. Truly one of the most beautiful places I've experienced.
• Sydney Turnbull ★★★★★ 8 months ago
  This was such an incredible experience. Upon arriving, we were given the opportunity to learn the marveling history of the Icelandic horse followed by a demonstration from Mr Iceland on how to ride and lead them. Afterwards we got to meet … More our horses and brush them while getting to know them. We were given some time to practice riding in the arena where Mr Iceland gave us encouragement and further instructions and then it was off to the great outdoors to put our new found skills to the test in our glorious, warm, olive green capes. Riding outside was phenomenal-- the scenery was beautiful and the melodic rhythm of the horses trotting along lulled us into a state of meditation. We only went as fast as we were comfortable, though could have gone faster had we requested it.
  Once we returned Mr. Iceland (a man of many talents) took some great photos of us on our horses and then we went inside for a delicious dinner made from ingredients sourced from both his and his neighbors' farms. The food was flavorful, tender, and you could really taste the care used to make it. During dinner, Mr Iceland answered all of our burning questions and spoke about his Viking heritage alongside a Viking Saga. He was incredibly well spoken, knowledgeable and enticing-- we were never bored and we had some really remarkable and pleasant conversations.
  Mr. Iceland was incredibly accommodating, open, and had a deep knowledge and understanding not only of the horses but also Icelandic history. We felt incredibly welcome and comfortable. Truly a one of a kind experience that we will look forward to experiencing again and again whenever we find ourselves in Iceland.
• lauren chambers ★★★★★ a year ago
  I booked an afternoon ride and evening meal with Mr Iceland. I couldn’t quite believe the high rating reviews, and I was keen to experience a 5 star review rating for myself! I was not to be disappointed!
  Upon arrival at the farm we immediately … More felt at ease, and were warmly greeted. The knowledge and personable teaching was non-comparable to any other horse riding tour I have experienced around the world. The small group allowed for an intimate experience. The dinner was locally sourced and freshly prepared - it was delicious! Also, it was great to get to know Mr Iceland and the other guests.
  We had such a great experience, we had to book again before leaving Iceland. We booked an overnight stay and morning black beach tour. This was a highlight of our trip to Iceland and has left us longing to return.
• Richard Whittle ★★★★★ a year ago
  Our time spent at Mr Iceland was a highlight of our 3 week trip to Scotland, Norway and Iceland. The horseback riding lesson was fantastic, I really liked the focus on getting to know the horse and controlling the horse with your emotion … More and demeanor. We had a great meal after the ride at a true farm table with other guests sharing stories of their Icelandic adventures.
  We also stayed in the cottage for two nights which we thoroughly enjoyed - so much character with amazing vistas and sunsets. We were also able to enjoy and bonfire by the river at dusk!
  I highly recommend the Mr. Iceland riding and accommodation experience. We plan to go back soon!
  Richard Whittle
• Laura Ibsen ★★★★★ a year ago
  This was the most amazing experience! I stayed 5 nights and rode every day. The accommodations were very comfortable and the food was lovely, but the most beautiful thing was the horses and the riding. Hordur is truly a “horse listener” … More and seeing the bond and communication he has with his horses was amazing. The instruction was excellent and the tours adjusted to the group’s ability. I would love to return.
• Ashley-Starr Clark ★★★★★ a year ago
  this was one of my favorite moments of my honeymoon in Iceland. The experience truly starts during the drive into the ranch. The views are stunning and there are so many horses and sheep leading to the actual location. We were taught about … More the history of Icelandic horses and how to calm our energies. Then we were matched with horses that fit our personalities and bonded with them prior to our ride. This is the most confident I’ve felt on a horse. I truly had the time of my life and am so happy that we didn’t go with a typical Iceland tour agency. This is authentic, welcoming and we even ended the ride with a home cooked meal with organic and local lamb, vegetables and potatoes. A MUST DO IN SOUTHERN ICELAND!
• Jean-Luc Bodmer ★★★★★ a year ago
  Highly recommended activity if you are in South Iceland. We took the tour & dinner combo and it was awesome. The barn was kept very clean and the horses are healthy, calm and obviously happy. The owner gave very good instructions (even … More for beginners like myself) so I could enjoy the ride. The tour was very beautiful (including several stream crossings) and the owner put the local area into the perspective of the the history of the Vikings. He is just amazingly friendly. Finally, the dinner was set next to the barn in a very cozy little area and the food was fresh, tasty and authentic like a home-cooked meal. Thank you Mr. Iceland.
• Otter Waters ★★★★★ a year ago
  The ride was just as expected - wonderful. The ocean and beach were stark and beautiful. I'd say as this was my first time riding an Icelandic horse, this is a perfect place to do so. The cherry on top: Delta, the sweet farm dog that … More accompanied us. 10/10 would recommend.
• Anton Mihál ★★★★★ a year ago
  Horse journey with Mr.Iceland and his colleagues was spectacular. We have enough time to get use to how to ride and control a horse and be "one" with a horse. We road with Mr. Iceland and we could ride also faster as we expected. … More We had than a dinner together. It was very delicious in a traditional icelandic way and the atmosphere for all the time was very friendly, calm we talked together as old friends. It was just really indescribable.
• Michael Clark ★★★★★ a year ago
  Wonderfully entertaining with detailed history on the Iceland horses and a scenic afternoon ride. Tracing his roots back 37 generations in Iceland, the owner and host is the perfectly suited to provide a one of a kind experience. The horses … More are kind, gentle and on the smaller side, so not intimidating. The owner is patient with teaching the proper techniques(easy to master) for these beautiful horses. A masterfully prepared, locally sourced and just downright delicious meal ended the afternoon!! Highly recommend this unique and truly Icelandic experience.
• Bethany Y ★★★★★ a year ago
  We had a wonderful time with Mr. Iceland!! Everything was so smooth, easy, and professional from booking to checking out! We opted for a ride, followed by dinner and an overnight in his cottage. We are so glad we did! Riding was such a … More joy for us- from beginners to experienced riders everyone on our trip enjoyed themselves! We loved that this was a small, intimate activity filled with Icelandic history and such personal touches. Not to mention, the horses were the sweetest, most easy going and we had as much time as we wanted to enjoy the property, spend more time with the horses and take as many photos as we wanted. The cottage was lovely, clean, comfortable, and perfect for a cozy evening! Our meals were all farm to table and it is so clear how much Mr. Iceland respects the land, his animals, and his guests. Would highly recommend!!!
• Julie Thompson ★★★★★ a year ago
  I’m so glad my husband and I had this opportunity. This was such a unique experience and we learned so much! I really appreciated how much time we had to get to know the horses before going out and riding. The horses were clearly very well … More taken care of.
  Dinner was delicious and it was so nice to be able to relax and unwind after the ride. Thank you so much!!
• David Barilotti ★★★★★ a year ago
  This was a wonderful experience. Mr. Iceland was a great host. He took as much time as needed to get everyone comfortable with the horses. We had a group of 8. The more experienced riders went out on a second ride. The food was so good. … More Just had an all around great time! Would highly recommend.
• Victoria Varon ★★★★★ a year ago
  Amazing time had by all @mistericeland!! Our friends at Mr. Iceland were wonderful enough to reschedule multiple times our tour there due to weather. It was an intimate and brilliant tour of Icelandic horses. Mr. Iceland took his time with … More us and really taught us a lot not only about our horses but about ourselves. We had a beautiful ride with these horses, bonded with them, and then broke bread and ate the most amazing dinner along with wine. Probably the best night so far in Iceland. We are so grateful we got to experience this magic!