Löngufjörur Beach Ride

Discover the stunning landscapes of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula on horseback, where you experience the smooth tölt gait over vast stretches of light-colored sand at Löngufjörur beach, while taking in the beauty of this legendary region of Iceland.

€ 890

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FEEL THE FREEDOM OF RIDING!

Experience the legendary beauty and dramatic landscapes of Snæfellsnes Peninsula, where the Snæfellsjökull volcano dominates over its national park. You get the chance to experience the smooth gait tölt over long distances on wide-open, light-colored sand at Löngufjörur beach, where only the tide sets a boundary to the freedom of horse and man.

The remarkable crater Eldborg is a distinctive landmark, where the light sand turns black once you reach its lava field.

It is also possible to extend this tour to 6 days, by adding the Kirkjufell Adventure right before (13-17 June). In that case you get a 200 Euro discount on the beach tour.

  • Duration: 2 nights – 2 riding days
  • Riding Skills: Intermiediate to advanced riders
  • Depatures: 2026:  17-19 June
  • Note: Knee-high rubber boots are recommended for this ride. Good to bring headnets.

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Itinerary

Day 1: Reykjavík – Minni Borgir – Kolviðarnes

After a morning drive (pick up around 8:30, ready in riding gear) from Reykjavik to the start point of the ride  and meet the staff and the other participants that are doing the longer version of the tour. We ride down to the beach and enjoy our horses tolting on the sea floor at low tide.

Day 2: Kolviðarnes – Stóri-Kálfalækur

Another stunning day at the Atlantic Ocean. The sand turns black as we follow the outline of the Eldborg lava field. The coast is rugged and we ride through vast, spectacular fjords at low tide and cross rivers on the way. Watch out for eagles on the rocks and horses running free in the dunes!

Day 3: Return to Reykjavik after the breakfast

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

Accomodation

Stóri-Kálfalækur Farm, the home of our farmers Siggi and Ólöf is situated in rich farmland close to the ocean and the wonderful beaches of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. It’s a renovated farmhouse with a sleeping up to 20 persons so it’s plenty of space for everybody. Large kitchen and a spacious dining room. Together with the well-known hospitality of your hosts this will make an excellent place to stay.

Number of rooms:  8 with 2-4 beds

Number of beds:  20

Outdoor jacuzzi:  Yes

Number of showers:  5

Phone connection:  Yes, but not good

WiFi: No

Made up beds: Yes

Number of WC:  5

Usefull Information

Here you can book your Flybus ticket to and from Reykjavík. The Flybus departs from Keflavík airport 35-40 minutes after each arrival. Busses are located right outside the terminal building.

Terms & Conditions

If you book online you will be asked to pay the full amount. Please contact us for different payment options.

Liability

Íshestar reserves the right to alter routes, itineraries or timetables without prior notice, should the necessity arise. No liability is accepted for loss or expenses due to delays or changes of arrival or departures of flights or other services, injury, sickness, accident, strikes, damage, negligence, weather, wars or other causes outside the control of Íshestar. All such losses and expenses are the personal liability of the traveler. The estimated duration of tours as indicated by km or timing can change according to road or weather conditions.

For more information please see also our Frequently Asked Questions and/or contact us at multidaytours@ishestar.is

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