Spirit of Hekla

Spirit of Hekla

Hekla, one of the most active volcanoes in Iceland, was once considered by Icelanders to be the ‘Gateway to Hell’ due to regular and powerful eruptions. Despite this fearsome reputation, the lava and ash from these eruptions enriched the soil, which with time created rich pastures around the volcano.

 

The ash and light pumice lava stone have formed incredibly smooth paths ideal for riding adventures in the land of fire and ice. On this exciting 3 day tour, you traverse trails through lava fields and lush lands and travel with a herd of horses – always with Hekla in sight! Riders on this tour will have the opportunity to get great insight into the history of the area through local activities in the afternoons as well as the option to try different horses each day and stay at a beautifully renovated farmhouse.

 

This tour is operated by Beggi.

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DURATION

2 nights - 3 riding days

RIDING SKILLS

Intermediate riders

DEPARTURES

2026: 12-14 June, 19-22 June, 26-28 June

ACCOMMODATION

2 nights in a beautifully restored farm house owned and decorated by Magnús and Þorey. The house has 3 private rooms available upon request when booking and a cozy sleeping loft accommodating up to 14 people. The house has a spacious bathroom and a restroom as well as a cozy living room for relaxing.

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 on request when booking. All riders make their own packed lunch from the breakfast table.

Alcoholic beverages are not included in the tour price and are hard to get in the highlands.

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

DAY BY DAY ITINERARY

Day 1: Morning pick up in Reykjavik

 

We drive up to the former farm Minnivellir (1,5 hours) where we settle in. After a short brief, we catch our horses from the field next to
the house, get acquainted with the gear and ready for the first ride. This ride takes us through lush fields – fertilized through the ash from the eruptions of
the Hekla volcano and ride alongside the shores of the mighty river Þjórsá.

 

Day 2: Today we get ready after breakfast for our first day of riding with the herd. Our group will go ahead of the heard leading the way into lush green farmland, riding through woodlands, crossing beautiful streams, and passing by the magnificent Thjofafoss waterfall.  We will wrap up our day at Rjupnavellir, where the horses will rest for the night.

 

Day 3: Departing from Rjupnavellir, we journey towards Rettarnes, an ancient sheep roundup site. The ride now takes us up along the Rangá river, alternating between green expanses, rugged lava terrains and ash dunes, until we circle back home to Minni-Vellir. After a snack there, we pack, bid our horses farewell, and return to Reykjavik.

USEFUL INFORMATION

Airport Transfer

We recommend that you book your transfer with airport direct, as they have more flexible options.

 

Keflavik – Reykjavik (Bus hostel)

Reykjavik (Bus hostel) – Keflavik

 

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