Meet our Horse Partners
We operate our horse riding tours in Iceland in cooperation with local partners that are horse people through and through.
They breed their own horses and train them themselves.
Our partners are the experts we turn to in order to provide the most authentic and original experience for our guests.
They operate their tours in their home region where they know each and every mountain, creek and canyon.
Our partners are our local experts – they know the hidden gems you don´t read about in guidebooks
and they know the tales, songs and stories associated with every trail.
They breed their own horses and train them themselves.
Our partners are the experts we turn to in order to provide the most authentic and original experience for our guests.
They operate their tours in their home region where they know each and every mountain, creek and canyon.
Our partners are our local experts – they know the hidden gems you don´t read about in guidebooks
and they know the tales, songs and stories associated with every trail.
Horse Riding Tours with Hotel Accommodation (2-4 riders)
Team Steinunn
Our signature Hotel Riding Tours are all organized and guided by Steina and her team! Steina´s love for horses and Iceland and her very caring nature have made her an absolute favorite of our guests! Guests will be riding her private horses that are a cherished part of her family. You will also get to know some of Steina´s riding friends and family.
Horse Riding Tours for Private Riding Groups
Arna & Steini Private riding groups Arna and Steini run a horse breeding and horse trekking farm in South Iceland. For years they have successfully organized trips into the beautiful highland south of Kerlingarfjöll Mountain range and will do so for private groups of experienced riders. Arna´s great cooking and Steini´s humor and amazing horsemanship have made them many international friends throughout the years. |
Hjalti & Åsa PRIVATE RIDING GROUPS Ása and Hjalti have a beautiful farm and guesthouse right inside the famous Golden Circle where they welcome guests with great hospitality. From their guesthouse and self-catering cottages you can explore Iceland´s most famous natural wonders on horseback. Hjalti is also the unrivalled “King of the Kjölur Trail" and Ása´ s love for Iceland and her incredible cooking have made her a top favorite host with our guests! |
Ingólfur & Unnur private riding groups Ingólfur and Unnur Erla and their lovely kids live on a farm in the famous Skagafjörður district in North Iceland famed as the Mekka of horse breeding in Iceland. The whole family lives for the horses and every guest is made to feel at home and a part of this lovely family. They also have a cozy guesthouse that private groups can enjoy. They also offer private winter riding tours to see the Northern Lights. |
Scheduled Riding Tours for individual riders who want to join a group
Herdís & Eggert authentic tours Herdís and Eggert run their wonderful authentic riding tours from Eggert´s farm in North West Iceland. Most of their tours go into the wild Dales of West Iceland and to the amazing Snæfellsnes Peninsula. But they also offer authentic Round up Tours. Herdís is fluent in German and English and their guests can´t wait to come back to go on another tour with them. |
Róbert & Eyjalín authentic tours Róbert and Eyjalín are a cheerful young horse loving couple who have been breeding horses and competing on high level. They have specialized in small group tours into the highland in South Iceland around Mt Þríhyrningur. All of our guests have been over the moon and praised their hospitality and horses. |
Siggi & Ólöf comfort tours Siggi and Ólöf live on a horse and sheep farm on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula and take their guests to the Golden Beaches of Löngufjörur. Siggi is the archetype of the Icelandic horseman – he may not speak many words but if he does, they matter! No one knows the Snæfellsnes coast better than him and he is lucky to be able to choose from a large herd of horses to find to match the expectations of every rider. |
Anita & Stefnir Authenitc and comfort tours Aníta and Stefnir live on a horse farm in South Iceland from where they take their guests to the magnificent Landmannalaugar and Fjallabak Nature Reserve. Aníta was born right into the horse trekking business and took over from her parents some years ago. Her wonderful horses and sweet personality endears her to every guest – year after year. |
Maggi & Team authentic and comfort tours Magnús called Maggi and his international team run riding tours and beautiful cottages in North Iceland in the famous Skagafjörður fjord. They take their guests to the remote highland plateaus where only wild geese and polar foxes meet. Their cozy cottages are located around a beautiful hot tub. Short and longer rides available right from the premises! |
Riding Instructors
Friðdóra Riding instructor Friðdóra is an educated trainer and riding instructors from Hólar Equestrian University. Friðdóra operates her own riding school and often goes abroad for showing, teaching and judging on international level. Her excellent training facilities and horses right outside of Reykjavík will satisfy every guest up to competition level. |
Karen RIDING INSTRUCTOR Karen has her training stables at the Reykjavík Fákur Riding Club. She is an educated trainer and riding instructor from Hólar University and operates her own riding school for local children. She is very popular among our younger international riding guests and has done wonderful training sessions for families! She is a great teacher for both beginners and experienced riders. |
Sigga Pje RIDING INSTRUCTOR Sigga is a certified FT trainer and riding teacher. She is also an International FEIF Sport Judge. Sigga manages an ambitious horse center near the coast in the South of Iceland, approx. 50 km from Reykjavík. A cozy stable café and a couple of cute cottages provide wonderful accommodation for all those who want to learn and enjoy beautiful beaches at the same time! Sigga speaks English and German. |
Ísleifur RIDING INSTRUCTOR Ísleifur is one of Iceland´s most recognized riding instructors. He graduated from Hólar Equine University in 2007 and has worked in training and riding education since. He has been competing on the famous National Landsmót competition with great success. Experienced riders can extend their knowledge under his supervision both in training and competition. |
Katrín RIDING INSTRUCTOR Katrín and her family run an impressive horse center with excellent breeding near Hella in South Iceland. A large indoor riding arena, great trails with views of Mt. Hekla and very cozy cottages provide excellent equestrian facilities for individuals and families. Next to lessons they also offer different trails right from the farm – both for private and scheduled rides. |
