Snaefellsnes Beach Ride

27/6

Reykjavik-Stóri Kálfalækur

Today we start pickup in Reykjavik around 17:30 and then we go by bus transfer to Stóri Kálfalækur where we have dinner, get to know each other and prepare our tack for the next day.

Day 2
28/6
Dalur-Kolviðarnes

We start the day with breakfast and preparing lunch bags before we head out to meet the horses, who have been resting in a field about half an hour away. We begin our ride by making our way through lavafields and sparse vegetation towards the beautiful and inviting yellow sand beaches where the beat of the tölting horses mix with the sound of waves crashing on the beach. This is truly a magnificent view, however it soon changes to the famous empty ocean floors where the tide leaves the black sand wet and inviting for good tölt. We continue in the fjords making our way to Kolviðarness, where the horses will rest for the night while we head back to Stóri Kálfalækur farm.

Riding distance: approximately 30 km.

Day 3
29/6
Kolviðarnes-Stóri Kálfalækur

Today's ride is dependent on the tide as we start the by crossing Haffjarðará. The stream becomes a roaring river when the tide is high and fills it up but is a crossable stream when the tide is out. With Siggi's expertise and knowledge of the area we will cross the stream safely and head out to more riding along the edge of the Eldborg volcano's lavafield. We continue in the empty fjords where the tide leaves small streams and inlets in the everchanging scenery. Keep an eye out for the eagles as they like to hunt for fish that got trapped when the tide left the fjords. In the evening we arrive back at Stóri Kálfalækur with the horses, and we head inside for a last dinner together and celebration of Olöf and Siggi with singing and dancing in good company.

Riding distance: approximately 35-40 km

Day 4 (optional)

Sightseeing trip to Snæfellsness peninsula

Today we pack up our things and head out for some sightseeing in Snæfellsness. We are going to Olafsvik to do a whale watching tour as well as visit a natural hot spring and some waterfalls. This will be a great day of resting while exploring for those who are continuing on the grand tour and a perfect way to end a special adventure for those who are heading home after the tour. 

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

ACCOMMODATION 

Accommodation in made up beds in shared rooms. Accommodation after the ride to be arranged individually unless you are participating in the grand tour.

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

WHAT IS INCLUDED

Bus transfer from Reykjavík to the farm.

During the ride full board is provided. Our menu consists of a large breakfast and traditional Icelandic meals (fish or lamb). Vegetarian meals are available if requested when booking. All riders make their own packed lunch from the breakfast table.

Alcoholic beverages are not included in the tour price.

Rain wear, water bottle, saddle bag, riding helmet.

ATTENTION

Individual travel insurance is not included in the tour price. We encourage clients to obtain relevant travel insurance before visiting Iceland.

Flight to and from Iceland is not included.

- For more information please visit our website www.ishestar.is -