Horseback Riding
The history of the Icelandic horse goes back to the first settlers, they arrived on the island in the 9th-10th centuries. They are a truly unique breed, showing five gaits in total, possessing a serene temper and area quite easy to train compared to other breeds. Hundreds of years of selective breeding and natural selection made them into a perfect companion and even though they might be considered small compared to other horse types, their unique attributes make them one of the most special breeds in the whole world.
In the past, Icelanders always relied heavily on their horses, mostly because of the country’s rough terrain and these sure-footed animals could always carry them wherever they needed to go.
Nowadays, they have an important role in the tourism industry as well, more and more visitors decide to go on horseback riding tours. It is without doubt a nature friendly way of discovering the unparalleled beauty of the country and at the same time offering a chance to bond with the Icelandic horse itself. These strong-willed, loyal and humble creatures always keep their cool, so regardless of your skills, you will always be able to find the perfect animal for your tour. Horseback tours are even available in the Greater Reykjavik area, but you could choose this method of transport literally anywhere in the country.
