Winter Riding Adventure
in Skagafjörður - North Iceland
Dates 2021
For private groups only
February & March
Min: 4 riders / Max: 8 riders
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Have you ever dreamed of speed tölt and flying pace on ice?
Now you have the opportunity to join our partners Ingólfur and Unnur Erla at their farm Dýrfinnustaðir, home to the famous stallion Hágangur frá Narfastöðum. Their farm lies above the Héraðvötn, a lake like river formed by the glacial rivers Austari- and Vestari Jökulsá. In February and March these rivers are frozen solid and riding on ice – sometimes even in moonlight and under the Northern Lights is an experience of a lifetime. This is also the time when the farmers train their young horses and the stables are filled with promising youngsters. We ride to the neighboring farms over the ice for a chat over horses, some of them might even join us on our way home and we can go for some serious speed tölt competition with the locals! Enjoy the famous hospitality of the Skagafjörður people and ride, eat, sing and party with us! This tour is only recommended for experienced riders that feel comfortable riding in all gaits over rough terrain. Ideal for those that already have some tölt and pace experience and want to try out these amazing gaits on very different grounds.
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Type: Day tours from farm in Skagafjörður
Operated by: Exploring Iceland Duration: 4 days / 4 riding days: Thursday – Sunday Level of expertise required: Only experienced riders in good physical shape. Area: Skagafjörður, North Iceland Accommodation: 3 nights in made up beds in double rooms with shared facilities and hot tub. Accommodation in Reykjavik not included but can be arranged. Meals: Full board during the ride. Max: 8 guests. Min: 4 guests. Guide: English speaking. Group: International Maximum Weight: 110 kg Price 2021: Please contact us for prices We would love to hearing from you! info@exploringiceland.is |
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Day by day itinerary
Day 1: Reykjavík – Skagafjörður – Riding on Ice Meet & Greet with Exploring Iceland at BSÍ bus terminal in Reykjavík or at your accommodation at 8 am. Bustransfer along the #1 ring road, with a stop at a tack shop along the way, to the farm Dýrfinnustaðir in Skagafjörður - North Iceland. Here we are greeted by the local family and enjoy a typical Icelandic lunch while we talk about our riding experiences and the kind of horses we would like to try. After lunch we head out to the stables and take our first ride! After an exciting ride we return to the farm for a hearty dinner and look out for the northern lights in the evening! Day 2 - 3: Riding on Ice Every day we saddle up and ride along the frozen river and lakes (depending on conditions) and practice the fast tölt on very different surfaces. We ride to the neighboring farms for a chat over horses and horse training. Some of them might even join us on our way home and we can go for some speed tölt competition with the locals. Enjoy the famous hospitality of the Skagafjörður people and ride, eat, sing and party with us! Day 4: Skagafjörður – Reykjavík After a good breakfast we go back in the saddle again for our last winter ride. After a hearty hot soup and some coffee we return to Reykjavík by bus. We reach Reykjavík in the late afternoon and drop you off at BSÍ or your accommodation in the capital area. We are more than happy to arrange your Reykjavík accommodation for you. Please make sure you also read our Useful Information about Riding Tours Exploring Iceland reserves the right to alter routes, itineraries or timetables should the necessity arise. The estimated duration of tours as indicated by km or timing can change according to road or weather conditions. Please note that the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and sightings can not be guaranteed. Short time Forecast |
Included:
- Transfer from Reykjavík to Skagafjörður and back.
- 3 nights in made up beds in double/single rooms with shared facilities and hot tub.
- Full pension during the tour starting with lunch on the first day and ending with breakfast on the last day.
- 4 riding days according to program.
- English speaking guide.
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