Horse riding at midnight in Iceland
I am thrown into the deep end, facing an awe-inspiring Viking ritual that must be completed before I can ride
Taming the wild: herding Icelandic horses
Come along with me on an exciting adventure: herding wild horses in Iceland! With the help of Mr Iceland and his amazing horsemanship skills, we were able to round up a group of wild Icelandic horses and bring them in for training.
Icelandic horses: from wild to willing with horsemanship
Hordur is an expert in horsemanship, a discipline that focuses on the relationship between humans and horses. Through patience, communication, and respect, Hordur is able to build a strong bond with these wild horses, helping them to trust and cooperate with their human handlers.
Riding Icelandic horses in the land of Fire and Ice
Join Elphick Event Ponies on her first horseback riding adventure in Iceland! This emotional and evocative journey took her through stunning black sand beaches and breathtaking landscapes…
The many shades of Icelandic horses
Did you know there are over 100 names for horse color and pattern in the Icelandic language?
Icelandic horses are a colorful bunch, and there are literally hundreds of different colour variations and patterns seen in the breed. But how did these unique horses get such unique coats and markings? The answer is more complex than it seems.
Finding a responsible equine-tourism operator in Iceland
Iceland is a wilderness and nature-based tourism destination beyond par. Tourists visiting the country is particularly attracted to exotic landscapes, natural phenomena (glaciers, geysers, volcanos), and unique encounters with iconic Icelandic horses. Home to around 350,000 people and more than 90,000 equids, riding and horse breeding are deeply embedded elements of Iceland’s cultural heritage. Despite…
Nordic legends come to life: the Saga behind our Icelandic horse farm
I’ve mentioned before that the name and location of our Icelandic horse farm have deep historic meaning, and today I’ll share that story with you. Our farm sits on the same land Vikings tread with their horses centuries before. Each time we ride, we inspire memories of the Icelandic ancestral legends and abundant heritage. Our…
4 ways Iceland horseback riding is like meditation
Iceland horseback riding is a lot like meditation. With mindfulness practices and the outdoors built in, it’s like a mini wellness retreat.
Horseback riding near me in Iceland
If you want to go horseback riding there are many horse riding farms and horse riding companies available. Here is some advice on how to choose
Summer horse riding tours in Iceland
Horse riding in summer – Things to know!