Nupshestar
Nupshestar
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Nupshestar – Riding Tours offer a horse rental and horse riding tours in South Iceland. In offer are short riding tours and a few days riding tours in Thjorsa Valley. We welcome any kind of experience riders. We also offer custom tours for all kind of groups.
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Ronja S
11 contributions
Jul 2022 • Friends
Elwira and Svenni made our dream, to ride on a horseback in Iceland, come true and even more!
The horses are fantastic, calm but really powerfull and absolutely beautiful and lovely, in and outside! You will be asked which kind you prefer, so there is the perfect horse for experienced riders which want speed, as for beginners, which want to start slowly. Elwira also is so kind and considers,if possible, your favorite horse when you fall in love, so you can ride it again :)
We've rode the completely NEW 6 days around Hekla Tour and the landscape was phenomenal and breathtaking, words can truly not describe what we saw. I will remember the diversity like the Highland mountains, lava fields and beautiful strong rivers for a lifetime. We've rode with free running horses and this is pure freedom and magic. Highly recommend this new tour!
The food, oh my god ,the food was always amazing and we really looked forward to it everyday :D You have always a choice of soo many different options, so you will always enjoy the food,which is all delicious. I am Lactose intolerant and Elwira was so amazing and kind to me. She always prepared separate food for me, so that I could really relax and have had a perfect meal too. She've never get tired to offer me my special Lactose free snacks for the Tours,it was so kind and they all taste perfect. So just let her know in advance if you have a special diet and she will really consider and make you happy.
The team in general is so lovely and nice,we had the best time with them and we will always remember our perfect funny party time with singing icelandic songs, all of this made it so special to us. You really want to be a member of the nupshestar team. Our Rider Team was the best and funniest team we've could imagine and trough the fantastic atmosphere we really became friends. Precious!
Long story short : If you' re thinking about goingt there,dont hesitate,do it!
You will not regret I promise you!
We will definitely come back!
It's already on our wishlist :)
Sending love to the nupshestar team
See you hopefully soon!
Greetings Ronja & Selina
The horses are fantastic, calm but really powerfull and absolutely beautiful and lovely, in and outside! You will be asked which kind you prefer, so there is the perfect horse for experienced riders which want speed, as for beginners, which want to start slowly. Elwira also is so kind and considers,if possible, your favorite horse when you fall in love, so you can ride it again :)
We've rode the completely NEW 6 days around Hekla Tour and the landscape was phenomenal and breathtaking, words can truly not describe what we saw. I will remember the diversity like the Highland mountains, lava fields and beautiful strong rivers for a lifetime. We've rode with free running horses and this is pure freedom and magic. Highly recommend this new tour!
The food, oh my god ,the food was always amazing and we really looked forward to it everyday :D You have always a choice of soo many different options, so you will always enjoy the food,which is all delicious. I am Lactose intolerant and Elwira was so amazing and kind to me. She always prepared separate food for me, so that I could really relax and have had a perfect meal too. She've never get tired to offer me my special Lactose free snacks for the Tours,it was so kind and they all taste perfect. So just let her know in advance if you have a special diet and she will really consider and make you happy.
The team in general is so lovely and nice,we had the best time with them and we will always remember our perfect funny party time with singing icelandic songs, all of this made it so special to us. You really want to be a member of the nupshestar team. Our Rider Team was the best and funniest team we've could imagine and trough the fantastic atmosphere we really became friends. Precious!
Long story short : If you' re thinking about goingt there,dont hesitate,do it!
You will not regret I promise you!
We will definitely come back!
It's already on our wishlist :)
Sending love to the nupshestar team
See you hopefully soon!
Greetings Ronja & Selina
Written August 3, 2022
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Paul J
Tilburg, The Netherlands2 contributions
Sep 2023 • Solo
I enjoyed every moment of our Sheep roundup tour! I think Elwira and Svenni and the team of guides did an excellent job of keeping us informed, happy and satisfied. They all had a keen eye on personal attention and individual needs for our mixed group of enthusiastic riders. I liked the stay in the guesthouse, it really contributed to the family like experience, truly belonging to the group, staff and environment. The food and accommodation was great. The hoses had a great temperament and suited our different experience levels perfectly. The provided tack and materials were maintained very well and I really liked the lunchboxes had to use on our tour; simple but very nice attention to detail. The activities matched our needs and everyone could get their own level of excitement out of the tour without separating the group from each other. It was also very smart of them to have picked this regions réttir because we could combine activities on their local farm with the gathering, moving and sorting of the sheep without being to far from the guesthouse and business. I will certainly go back for another tour with this nice and cozy business as they have shown me that a commercial riding tour can still give you a feeling of truly belonging to the Icelandic way of doing things and atmosphere.
Written September 20, 2023
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Ajay R
Melbourne, Australia4 contributions
Sep 2022 • Friends
Amazing experience, good value, two very friendly and approachable guides, beautiful horses and great views. We did the 3 hour ride and it was a highlight of the trip. Would recommend to anyone. They also sold handmade icelandic jumpers knitted by the owners mother in law at a great price!
Written September 13, 2022
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Pascal F
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg62 contributions
Aug 2022 • Solo
Nupshestar is very experienced in multiday tours. It is a family-run horsefarm. The owners join the tour, accompanied by many seasoned guides.
They are absolutely amazing on managing the logistics of these tours. Participants can really enjoy the riding and the delicious meals prepared.
We went with a free herd which makes the experience so unique: the free herd following front-riders and pushed by back-riders. I went to Landmannalaugar: amazing landscapes!
The group slowly formed a big family thanks to the incredible atmosphere created.
A lifetime experience. I’m so thankful to Nupshestar!
They are absolutely amazing on managing the logistics of these tours. Participants can really enjoy the riding and the delicious meals prepared.
We went with a free herd which makes the experience so unique: the free herd following front-riders and pushed by back-riders. I went to Landmannalaugar: amazing landscapes!
The group slowly formed a big family thanks to the incredible atmosphere created.
A lifetime experience. I’m so thankful to Nupshestar!
Written August 27, 2022
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Averill Park, NY2 contributions
May 2023 • Family
We went the beginning of May 23. While making plans to go we had many changes and they were very understanding and got back to me very quickly each time. We are experienced horse riders and would definitely use there services again.
Written August 6, 2023
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Laura H
Irvine, CA95 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
If you love riding I cannot recommend this tour company enough. Family-owned and operated by Elwira & Sveinn (and their amazing crew), our ride around Hekla volcano was magical and unforgettable. Every detail was carefully planned out for the benefit of the guests. Part of a small international group of riders, I rode with my young daughter (we both have
Icelandics experience) and loved how each horse was perfectly matched to our skill level and preferences. Definitely challenging, lots of tölting and galloping through majestic lava landscapes and scenic grasslands. So much team building. The homemade meals just made the days that much more enjoyable. No matter the riding skill, they have a horse for you. We come to Iceland annually and can’t wait to do another tour - so that should tell you everything. Takk fyrir Núpshestar!
Icelandics experience) and loved how each horse was perfectly matched to our skill level and preferences. Definitely challenging, lots of tölting and galloping through majestic lava landscapes and scenic grasslands. So much team building. The homemade meals just made the days that much more enjoyable. No matter the riding skill, they have a horse for you. We come to Iceland annually and can’t wait to do another tour - so that should tell you everything. Takk fyrir Núpshestar!
Written July 22, 2022
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Lisa G
Reading, UK7 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
We did the 5 day Landmannalugar ride. It was a bucket list trip for me and surpassed all expectations. The horses were all lovely and Elvira was so good at matching riding style to horse. The accommodation was good, the food fantastic and the scenery varied and beautiful. We will be back!
Written August 24, 2023
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VerenaDresen
Innsbruck, Austria20 contributions
Aug 2020
The best horse farm in Iceland. Our inquiry by email was answered immediately and very friendly. On the booked tour we were all alone and it was perfectly suited to us. Elvira was super friendly and explained everything to us. The horses are well trained. Everything is clean and tidy. We will come back next year and then for the 6-day tour.
Best riding experience in Iceland. We enjoyed it very much.
Best riding experience in Iceland. We enjoyed it very much.
Written September 14, 2020
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JF17
Bournemouth, UK17 contributions
Sep 2023 • Family
Absolutely fantastic ride! We had the best time on a 3 hour ride. The horses were lovely and clearly very well cared for, the guide was fantastic and the countryside beautiful. The company were very helpful in changing our booking at the last minute. We enjoyed tolting and learning more about the horses. Rain-wear was provided, along with clean snoods (invaluable in the wind!) and helmets. Great value for money and a very small group, just the two of us and our guide. Couldn’t recommend enough and we hope to return for one of the long tours! Thanks again Nuphestar :)
Written September 4, 2023
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Robyn
Morgantown, WV3 contributions
Aug 2019 • Family
This is a must do in Iceland! This farm is run by a wonderful family. They care greatly for their horses, which are amazingly gentle. The guides are knowledgeable about both the horses and the landscape. You will learn about the culture, history, and environment of Iceland.
Written August 7, 2019
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Would this be suitable for kids ages 2.5 and 5 years old?
Written March 12, 2018
Hi Darren!
Your 2.5 year old is welcome to try but not sure if it could make a long ride. 5 year old child should be able to do it up to 1 hour ride :) We do it very personal so the children will get all attention they need to feel save and have fun but as much as they ready for.
Written March 12, 2018
I have been trying to get a hold of you for the last 3 days. I have sent 3 emails but no response. Do you have availability for 2 adults on either a one or two hour horseback ride tomorrow Wednesday aug 30?
Written August 29, 2017
Im very sorry but could not find any missed email, hope you founded some good place to ride and enjoyed.
Written March 1, 2018
Bonjour, proposent ils des journées pour les cavaliers expérimentés ? Trot, galop ? Plusieurs heures et pas un tour de 3 jours ? merci ;)
Written May 15, 2017
Bonjour! Oui, nous avons toutes sortes de visites de 1 heure jusqu'à 6 heures. Veuillez nous contacter par e-mail pour les réservations. Merci :)
Written May 15, 2017
We will be there the last week in March. Seems like many of the stables are closed in winter. Any one know of one that is not?
Written March 1, 2017
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