Löngufjörur beach ride

This is a shorter version of the Snæfellsnes tour. Enjoy wide-open stretches of light-colored sand at Löngufjörur beach, where only the tide sets a limit to the freedom of horse and man

FEEL THE FREEDOM OF RIDING!

The beautiful Snæfellsnes Peninsula extends far out into the Atlantic from the west coast. You can find many features of the Icelandic nature in this part of the country. We enjoy wide-open stretches of light-colored sand at Löngufjörur beach, where only the tide sets a limit to the freedom of horse and man. It offers them a great opportunity to experience the smooth gait tölt over long distances. The impressive 50-meter deep crater Eldborg is a distinctive landmark, where the light sand turns black once you reach its lava field. On our last riding day, we follow the edge of the lava flow along the shore before returning to Stóri-Kálfalækur Farm. Participants of this tour ride for two days together with the participants of the longer Snæfellsnes tour.

Day 1: Gaul – Kolviðarnes – Stóri-Kálfalækur

After an introduction to the Icelandic horse and its special gaits, we start our ride on the yellow-colored, sandy beach. Direction changes and we head back towards mighty Eldborgarhraun lava field. A unique experience for everyone with lava-fields and mountains on one side of the trail and the Atlantic Ocean on the other. We leave the horses at Kolviðarnes Farm and drive to Stóri-Kálfalækur, where we spend the night. (approx. 30 km)

Day 2: Kolviðarnes – Stóri-Kálfalækur Farm

Another day on the beach and yet a new experience. The sand turns black as we follow the outline of Eldborgarhraun lava field. Imagine the black lava still on the move on your way back to dry land. The ride ends at Stóri-Kálfalækur Farm, where we enjoy Ólöf’s farewell dinner. (approx. 30 km)

Day 3: Stóri-Kálfalækur – Reykjavík

Transfer back to Reykjavik to your accommodation. Approx. arrival at noon

– We reserve the right to alter the itinerary if necessary –

ACCOMMODATION

Accommodation in made-up beds in shared rooms. Accommodation before and after the ride to be arranged individually.

NOTE - Knee-high rubber boots are recommended for this ride.

What is
included?

A)      All transportation between the start
and the end of the tour

B)      All meals and accommodation from
tour start till end

C)     Access to swimming pools and
geothermal natural baths (when specified in the tour description)

D)     Pick up and
drop off

We will pick the tour participants up at two locations in central
Reykjavik: 

BusHostel https://g.page/BusHostelReykjavik?share

BSI bus terminal https://goo.gl/maps/CUSPD8UKnmftB2DdA

Both locations operate a bus transfer to and from Keflavik airport. 

If you are staying in a guest house ‘on route’ to the starting point of
the ride, feel free to contact us so that we 
can arrange picking you up on the way

E)      For the duration of the tour: riding
tack, heavy rain gear by an Icelandic manufacturer of protective outwear, a
helmet, saddle bags

F)      For you to keep: a water bottle

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WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED?

A)       
The flights to and from Iceland and transfer from the airport to your
hotel

B)       
Accommodation and meals before and after the tour

C)       Alcoholic beverages are not  included (but permitted outside of riding
times). Alcohol is very expensive in Iceland, so you  might want to visit the duty free shop at the
airport to bring a small stash.

D)       Personal
insurance. All
guests are advised to have adequate medical and travel insurance. Having these
risks covered ensures an additional layer of protection against financial loss.