Live the Life of an Icelandic Horse Farmer
Step beyond the typical riding tour and experience authentic Icelandic farm life in Hvammur, a family-run horse farm in North Iceland. Stay with Haukur, a renowned Icelandic horse breeder and trail guide, and become part of the daily rhythm of a working horse farm.
Wake up to the crisp Nordic air, help care for Icelandic horses, and ride specially selected mounts suited to your skills. Depending on the season, you may join in moving herds between pastures, visiting breeding farms, or assisting with daily farm work. Your hosts are known for their incredible hospitality, delicious homemade food, and deep connection to Icelandic horse culture.
After days spent riding and working alongside local horsemen, unwind in the farm’s outdoor hot tub, taking in the serene landscape of Iceland’s north. This is more than a riding holiday—it’s a rare opportunity to live like an Icelandic farmer and connect deeply with the land, the people, and their legendary horses.
This experience is perfect for those who seek a deeper connection to Iceland’s horse culture, not just a ride.
Supporting Local Farmers: These tour is operated by Icelandic farmers, and by booking through us, you help sustain their rural communities and traditional way of life.
Preserving Icelandic Traditions: By sharing age-old equestrian practices, your participation helps keep Iceland’s unique cultural heritage alive.
Exceptional Horse Care: Farmers take pride in their well-trained, well-cared-for horses, ensuring every ride is safe, humane, and enjoyable for both riders and animals.
Personalized Experiences: Hosted directly by the farmers, each tour offers an intimate and authentic connection to the land, people, and traditions of Iceland.
Hvammur farm is situated in the beautiful Vatnsdalur Valley which is so full of the old Sagas and has the famous salmon fishing river Vatnsdalsá running down the middle. The farmhouse was renovated 4 years ago and has a hot tub in the garden with a view over the river.
Here you can book your Flybus ticket to and from ReykjavÃk. The Flybus departs from KeflavÃk airport 35-40 minutes after each arrival. Busses are located right outside the terminal building. Book a Flybus
Confirmation Payment:
A confirmation payment of at least 30% of the tour price is required at the time of booking to secure your seat. The remaining balance is due 6 weeks before the tour departs. If you book directly through our website, the full amount is requested at the time of booking.
Children’s Discount:
Children under 12 years old receive a 25% discount on our Iceland tours.
Liability:
We reserve the right to alter routes, itineraries, or timetables without prior notice if necessary. We accept no liability for any loss or expenses resulting from delays or changes in the arrival or departure of flights or other services, as well as for any injury, sickness, accident, strikes, damage, negligence, weather conditions, wars, or other causes beyond our control. All such losses or expenses are the personal responsibility of the traveler. Please note that the estimated duration of tours, as indicated by kilometers or timing, may change according to road or weather conditions.