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Fosshestar
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8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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We offer horse riding tours in Isafjordur. We take pleasure in introducing people from all over the world to the wonders of the Icelandic horse and the beautiful area of Westfjords. Our tours have been designed so that everyone can join us for a ride they find suitable to their skills.
Isafjordur, Iceland
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Andrew L
New York City, NY356 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
Awesome experience at Fosshestar. We had ridden horses previously, including a few times in Iceland, but never had the complete experience that we did with this tour (which included brushing the horses, helping to saddle them and after the ride, feeding them some treats and spending a little time with them). The horses were beautiful and friendly.
Our tour guide Anna was terrific and was great in guiding us through the entire experience. During the ride, she led us through a number of times where the horses were allowed to trot/tolt which we really liked. She also took pictures and a video of our ride which were emailed to us afterwards.
Great tour for those stopping in Isafjordur as a port on a cruise (they will pick you up near the tender pier and drive you to the farm)
Truly an exceptional experience and would highly recommend.
Our tour guide Anna was terrific and was great in guiding us through the entire experience. During the ride, she led us through a number of times where the horses were allowed to trot/tolt which we really liked. She also took pictures and a video of our ride which were emailed to us afterwards.
Great tour for those stopping in Isafjordur as a port on a cruise (they will pick you up near the tender pier and drive you to the farm)
Truly an exceptional experience and would highly recommend.
Written August 30, 2022
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Written August 31, 2022
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lindamaria91
Reykjavik, Iceland1 contribution
Jul 2022
We went on a tour on a beautiful riding trail with Anna the tour guide, she was lovely and made sure we felt safe and were having fun the whole time.
The horses are so wonderful! They are well trained and taken very good care of.
After the trip we got photos and a video from the trip which made the experience even more memorable.
I highly recommend going on a trip with Fosshestar and getting a unique experience
The horses are so wonderful! They are well trained and taken very good care of.
After the trip we got photos and a video from the trip which made the experience even more memorable.
I highly recommend going on a trip with Fosshestar and getting a unique experience
Written August 11, 2022
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Written August 12, 2022
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mair815
1 contribution
May 2022
I spent a lot of time planning our trip and looking for a horseback riding tour. I picked Fosshestar as our location for riding because they offered a unique experience. Instead of just hopping on a horse you don’t know, you first get time to meet and interact with your horse. You get to brush, saddle and bridal your horse and are taught all about Icelandic horses and how they are cared for.
Our guide Anna was an absolute pleasure to meet and we enjoyed spending a portion of our trip with her! Most important - Anna made us feel safe on horseback and our tour was completely catered to our abilities and desires. We were able to trot our horses as we rode outside and enjoyed the spectacular scenery. After, you’re provided with video footage and photos of you ride!
We were so happy with this experience and it was a highlight of our trip!
I must make a shoutout to our horses Sleipnir and Blossi who stole the show with their beauty and sweet nature.
Our guide Anna was an absolute pleasure to meet and we enjoyed spending a portion of our trip with her! Most important - Anna made us feel safe on horseback and our tour was completely catered to our abilities and desires. We were able to trot our horses as we rode outside and enjoyed the spectacular scenery. After, you’re provided with video footage and photos of you ride!
We were so happy with this experience and it was a highlight of our trip!
I must make a shoutout to our horses Sleipnir and Blossi who stole the show with their beauty and sweet nature.
Written May 15, 2022
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Gyurak
Venice, FL6 contributions
Aug 2022
There was a small issue with a double reservation. It was resolved quickly and with compassion. The entire experience, from meeting and grooming our horses, to the ride through the beautiful country, to tolting, to the ride back to the cruise port, exceeded our (high) expectations.
Written September 4, 2022
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Written September 5, 2022
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afremgen522022
Golden, CO4 contributions
May 2022 • Family
This was our second horseback ride on our tour of Iceland. We enjoyed the opportunity to brush and tack our horses. The ride was beautiful and so much fun. Our guide Anna was delightful, and knowledgeable. My daughters had not ridden much and she was very attentive to their needs. I have ridden quite a bit in the past but not much in the past years, I was able to go off on my own for a bit which was lovely. The horses are just adorable and so calm yet when you get on they are ready to go! Such a different experience from what we would have at home. Isafjordur is a gorgeous town also!
Written June 6, 2022
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Banh_mi1129
1 contribution
Jun 2022
Owner Árni was very accommodating and prompt with communication and my guide Anna was very patient and kind, she showed me how to bridle, saddle and tack my horse and once she assessed my riding competency off we went, galloping across the countryside, crossing rivers, walking along a small beach, and even going to see a small waterfall.
Ignore the one negative review - Fosshester really values the safety and competency of the rider and is a company that genuinely cares about guests' experience. They will go above and beyond to ensure you have a good time, and I had the best time on my private tour. Their horses are also happy and well-trained and very comfortable with human interaction.
It is difficult to run a horse tour business in Isafjordur because of limited lowland areas and even harder when there is a limit to how many horses they can keep and feed. I am so grateful to have gone on a tour with Fosshestar and would not hesitate to do another one. Support this local business - they deserve it!!!!
Ignore the one negative review - Fosshester really values the safety and competency of the rider and is a company that genuinely cares about guests' experience. They will go above and beyond to ensure you have a good time, and I had the best time on my private tour. Their horses are also happy and well-trained and very comfortable with human interaction.
It is difficult to run a horse tour business in Isafjordur because of limited lowland areas and even harder when there is a limit to how many horses they can keep and feed. I am so grateful to have gone on a tour with Fosshestar and would not hesitate to do another one. Support this local business - they deserve it!!!!
Written June 25, 2022
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Written June 29, 2022
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BrunoSeattle
The Woodlands, TX59 contributions
Aug 2022
We booked a private horse riding experience while in port on a cruise. We had a great time. Annie was very sweet, patient and helpful. The horses are very easy to ride without being boring. I highly recommend going horse riding, even if you have zero experience. The horses are super cute and you get to pet them in the end.
Written August 16, 2022
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Written August 17, 2022
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kerstin649
1 contribution
Jun 2022
It was the highlight of our Iceland trip, we rode for the first time and the two good-humored Icelandic horses were very understanding and patient with us, as was the guide. Very nice and competent introduction, we felt safe and enjoyed the ride very much. The subsequent cuddling with the horses has rounded off the event. The horses are led with much feeling and species-appropriate, you notice, these are lovers and not on commerce.
Written June 28, 2022
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Written June 29, 2022
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mkelnan
8 contributions
Aug 2021
We had a great morning riding among the waterfalls and beautiful scenery. The tour includes grooming and saddling the horses then riding in a ring to be sure you have a good comfort level with the horses. Their gallop seems/is faster than the western horses I have rode in the US so be prepared for that. Best of all, they seem to really take care of their horses.
Written August 10, 2021
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Written August 21, 2021
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Melissa L
Northampton4 contributions
Jul 2022
We loved this trip! We stopped on a cruise and didn’t want to do anything the ship was offering. This was a great alternative! We had plenty of time to spare getting back to the ship, and Anna was considerate of our desire to be back a little early, just in case! We had time to meet the horses and learn a little basic info about each one, before we went on an amazing ride. Afterward, we had time to take photos with the horses and give them a treat. My wife and I have no experience riding, other than doing guided tours. This was by far the best horseback riding tour we’ve ever done. If you’re stopping in this port, I would highly recommend doing this ride!
Written August 7, 2022
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Written August 8, 2022
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Laurie01930
Boston, MA29 contributions
Hi, Should we book direct on a website or via email. Will be there in May, 2023- There are 5 of us and everyone has experience but not with Icelandic horses. Thank you.
Superdave1957
Houston7 contributions
Hi, what would you like to know about this attraction? We are arriving via cruise line. Not sure how we meet up with this tour? Where will they pick us up?
IcelandMassi
Iceland29 contributions
We pick our guests up at the tourist information centre. About a 5 minute walk from the ship.
travelbug8002016
San Francisco, CA
what is the latest time we can start on the tour during Aug? We may arrive in Isafjordur around 5-6pm. Can we still have a tour since it will be light out?
IcelandMassi
Iceland29 contributions
Our horses are off duty at that time. We try to keep their rutines as regular as possible and only do tours at 10:00 or/and at 14:00
donnalynn2
Charlotte, NC3 contributions
how much it costs and howlong is the tour
IcelandMassi
Iceland29 contributions
Tour length: Approximately 2,5 hours (actual riding time approximately 1-1,5 hours depending on the size of your group since larger groups need more time to get the horses ready).
Limits: Maximum weight 115kg (255 pounds)…………….. Minimum age 13.
Description: This is your private and personal tour. You will not be in a group with anyone else and we will give you all of our time and personal service.
Beginners prepare for a very informative hour since this tour is designed as a lesson. The first half of the tour will be where you will learn all the basics of Icelandic horsemanship (inside our arena in the wintertime). Then we will head out for a wonderful Valley Ride. In the valley ride you will be introduced to the beauty of Engidalur. We will go at the pace you are comfortable with and take all precautions possible to make sure that you feel secure. The tour guide will have a Gopro camera mounted on his/her helmet so your tour will be documented for your pleasure.
Advanced riders will get tips they need to enjoy the special traits and gaits of the Icelandic horse. We pick more advanced horses for more experienced riders and go at a faster pace. Since we go at a faster pace we will also cover more ground. The tour guide will have a gopro camera mounted on his/her helmet so your tour will be documented for your pleasure. Keep in mind that riders that have experience in a different breed than ours may still have things to learn about riding Icelandic horses. No two breeds are exactly the same and no two horses are exactly the same.
Mixed groups; if your group has both beginners and advanced riders you can still enjoy the experience together. The tour guide will of course stay with the beginners and give them all the help and support they need, but we let the advanced riders have more advanced horses and give them more freedom to leave the group. Advanced riders can ride at a faster pace in the opposite direction from where the beginner group is heading and return to the group.
Tours start at 10:00 or 14:00 (limited supply, bookings must be made in advance)