Private Gásir Ride, 1 Hour

Horse Riding Tour and Explore Scenery in Gásir Akureyri runs through Ak Hestaferdir Ehf. Rated 5.0 across 19 reviews. Runs 1 hour. From $126.

Overview

This is a one hour ride from Gásir, on Icelandic horses belonging to Ak Hestaferdir. You go straight to the yellow barn with the yellow roof at Gásir, get fitted with riding equipment, and set out with only your own group, since the listing describes this as a private activity. Riders regularly describe the horses as calm and cooperative.

The ride itself moves through the scenery around the farm, and reviewers again and again single out the views, with one calling the setting dreamlike. Some guests have arrived in Akureyri on cruise ships, and one noted the farm is a drive of roughly 20 minutes from the port. Hotel pickup is not included in the price, and one reviewer suggested asking whether a round trip car transfer can be arranged from the harbour, at additional cost.

The listing states that most travellers can participate. It is not wheelchair accessible, and it advises against the ride for pregnant travellers or anyone with serious heart conditions. Infants may join sitting on laps. If you want a short introduction to Icelandic horses with only your own group along, this fits well.

What's Included

Itinerary

1. Arrive at GásirMake your own way to Gásir, 604, Iceland, and find the yellow barn with the yellow roof. Hotel pickup is not included, and one reviewer suggested asking the operator about a paid car transfer from the harbour.
2. Meet the horses and gear upHorses and riding equipment are provided. Reviewers describe the horses as friendly and calm, and one said their guide explained everything in detail.
3. One hour ridingRide out with your private group only, on calm Icelandic horses, through the scenery around Gásir that reviewers repeatedly praise.
4. Return to the barnThe activity ends back at the meeting point at the yellow barn, one hour after setting out.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will help you plan the hour and the journey around it.

• Getting there. There is no hotel pickup, so you need your own transport to Gásir. One cruise passenger said the farm is about a 20 minute drive from the harbour, and the same reviewer suggested requesting a round trip car transfer at an extra cost.
• Private group. Only your group rides, which the listing states plainly. Reviewers described the experience warmly, with friendly hosts and horses.
• Horses and pace. Reviewers describe the horses as friendly, balanced and calm. One reviewer said the guide explained everything in detail before setting out.
• Weather and clothes. The experience requires good weather. If it is cancelled because of poor conditions, the operator offers a different date or a full refund, so have some flexibility in your plans.
• Photos. Several reviewers mention the scenery as a highlight of the ride. Bring a way to capture the views along the route.
• Timing around a ship. Cruise passengers have taken this tour, with one noting the short drive from the harbour. Build in travel time each way, and raise transfer arrangements with the operator when booking if you are coming from the port.

Common issues. The main friction point is transport: pickup is not included, so you either drive yourself or ask the operator about a transfer, which one reviewer said carried a separate cost. The listing rules out wheelchair access and does not recommend the ride for pregnant travellers or people with heart problems. Weather can also cancel the day, in which case the operator offers a different date or a full refund. Cancellations on your side must be made at least 24 hours before start time to get your money back.

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