5 Reasons You NEED to go Horseback Riding in ICELAND!
Horse Riding in Iceland is a Dream Come True! Whether you are an experienced rider, or you've never been around horses before, here are five reasons that you need to go horseback riding in Iceland!
Featuring: Íslandshestar, a Riding Company owned by Icelandic Farmers!
#1. You Will Be Amazed By The Scenery
Iceland is a Magical Country. Whether you are a horse rider or not, it is a bucket list destination that will make you feel like you have arrived in a real life fairy tale. There is so much beauty and adventure packed into this Island. From waterfalls with shimmering rainbows to volcanoes and glacial lagoons, you will be in awe of Iceland's epic landscapes no matter what direction you look.
#2. You Will Fall in Love With the Icelandic Horse
These small and sturdy horses are adventure machines. They also happen to be very cute, extremely friendly and lots of fun to ride. But be careful because you may just find yourself wanting to bring one home!
#3. You Have To Try the TOLT!
Icelandic Horses are born with a unique gait called the tölt, it is a four-beat gait that is smooth and comfortable to ride!
#4. No Matter What Level You Are, There are Rides For You
If you have never been on a horse, or even been around horses before, you can still head out for a ride and experience Iceland on horseback. Many people will even get to experience tölt on their very first ride. For experienced riders, riding in Iceland is a dream come true. From beach gallops to endless miles of tölting in the highlands, or even rounding up sheep in the autumn, there are rides that will make you want to go back again and again!
#5. You Can Ride With The Herd
Imagine yourself riding along with a herd of almost 100 loose horses! You can feel their energy and excitement as you travel along with a feeling of complete freedom. In Iceland, this actually happens. During longer rides, the herd is brought along so riders can switch horses during the day.
