Volcano Hengill & Hot Spring Valley

Season: Daily from May 20th to September 15th. Duration: 5-6 hour riding

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This is an ideal tour for experienced riders wishing to enjoy a day on horseback in varied Icelandic landscape. We cross the river Varmá and ride along a narrow path through an ancient lava field created by the volcano Hengill. We continue on good trails, cross a mountain ridge and ride towards the magnificent geothermal valley Reykjadalur. The horses then take us up into the valley with great views of colorful hills, the beautiful waterfall Djúpagilsfoss and hot springs.

​We stop for a lunch break and have the opportunity to enjoy a relaxing bath in a warm stream before we follow the mountain trail down the valley through scenic landscape. On our way we enjoy a spectacular panorama over the southern lowlands, mountains and the sea all the way to Westman Islands, weather permitting. We then pass by the stable area of Hveragerði, riding on nice trails that are ideal for a brisk tölt, through a small river and alongside colorful mountain slopes with many hot springs above the village Hveragerði. The trail takes us through a forest and along the slopes of Reykjafjall Mountain back to the farm, where coffee and home baked cake are waiting for us.

What to bring

• Good shoes
• Comfortable pants (riding pants not necessary)
• Gloves and a buff is recommended
• Swimsuit and a towel
• If you want to bring a camera, please bring a small waist bag as backpacks cannot be taken on horseback

Included:

• English speaking guide
  
• Riding and safety equipment
  
• Hotel pick-up
  
• 5-6 hours with stops, bathing and about 30 minutes hiking (four short walks, about 10 minutes on a steep slope)
  
• Lunch box (sandwich, cookies, water bottle – special sandwiches available on request), coffee/tea/hot chocolate and home baked cake
  
• Riding distance ca. 19 km

​Please note that the age limit for this tour is 12 years old. This tour is for experienced riders who ride regularly and are capable of controlling a horse in all gaits in different terrain.

CANCELLATION
All cancellations must be written and received by us 24 hours prior to the tours start. In conformity with business practices within the Icelandic travel industry, Travel Agent is obliged to charge cancellation fees to the passenger(s) as follows:

• CANCELLATION CHARGES: Cancellation received more than 24 hours prior to departure are fully refunded. Cancellation received less than 24 hours prior to departure will be charged full price.
• INSURANCE:​ We advise all our clients to have travel insurance.

Prices may change without prior notice. If an incorrect price has been listed, we reserve the right to refuse, cancel or limit any order placed at the incorrect price. *Subject to availability - price is confirmed when payment has been made. Book in advance to get the best price!

PACKAGE DETAILS

• SEASON: Daily from May 20th to September 15th
• DURATION: 5-6 hours riding
• REGION: South
• DEPARTURES: Daily at 9:00. Hotel pick-up in Reykjavík at 08:00 – 08:30.
  Pick-up in Hafnafjörður, Mosfellsbær and Kópavogur around 07:45. Return to Reykjavík at around 17:15.​
• INCLUDED:
  • English speaking guide
  • Riding and safety equipment
  • Hotel pick-up
  • 5-6 hours with stops, bathing and about 30 minutes hiking
  • Lunch box
• RIDING DISTANCE: Ca 19 km
• PRICE: From 23.200ISK (15+)​

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Additional information 
Voucher: You will receive a secure voucher to either print out or present on your mobile phone.
Cancellation Policy: Fee of 100% if cancelled 1 day(s) before event or less.

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