Lava Tour

 
Code: IFH-IS-D02
 
Description: An adventurous ride from the Íshestar Riding Centre into the lava fields surrounding Mt. Helgafell volcano to the old Kaldársel sheep corral or to Lake Hvaleyrarvatn through lava fields and across beautiful hillsides. View rough lava fields and look for different formations in the lava, maybe you will be able to spot a troll or two. The beautiful Bláfjöll Mountains tower above on the horizon. All riding is on excellent riding paths.
 
Difficulty: Little or no riding experience needed.

Included: Transfers to and from the Riding Centre, horse riding as per itinerary, riding helmets, rubber boots, and rainwear or a warm outfit during the ride.English and Scandinavian speaking guidance. Please note that you cannot take any backpacks or bags with you on the ride but there are safety boxes at the Riding Centre where you can store your valuables.

Departures: Available all year round.
Daily at 10:00 and 14:00. Transfers from hotels and guesthouses to the Riding Center start 8:45 and 12:45. Transfers back to hotels and guesthouses start at 12:15 and 16:15.

Duration: 3 hours (w/transfer). 1.5 - 2 hours riding.
 
Limitations:  Not suitable for persons under 8 years of age.
 
Locaction: From Íshestar Riding Centre in Hafnafjörður.
 
Rate/Price (2011-12): 59 € per/person.
Children under 12 years: 44 € per/person.