ICELANDIC HORSES

Are you thinking about going to Iceland? Iceland is a magical place with natural wonders, especially the northern lights, volcanoes, glaciers and amazing waterfalls(fjords). It’s the photographers must visit country and every traveler’s travel bucket list. Other than those natural wonders mentioned above, you should never miss the chance to meet the prettiest horse in the world—The Icelandic Horse.

The Icelandic horse is a unique breed of smallish horses that came to Iceland with the first settlers from Norway in the 10th century. Icelandic horses weigh between 330 and 380 Kg. The horses are small, with average 52-56 inches standing height. They often considered as pony size. They come in many different coat colours, including chestnut, dun, bay, black, gray, palomino, pinto and roan. Some types of Icelandic horses’ coats could even changes colour by season.

Icelandic horse is a ‘five-gaited’ breed. As well as the typical gaits of walk, trot and gallop, it displays two addition gaits namely tolt and flying pace (skeio). Tolt is well known for its explosive acceleration whilst flying pace is used in pacing race. It is capable of performing various tasks very well. It’s used for farm work despite increasing mechanization in the country. It’s also widely used for showing, racing, recreation and sheepherding.

The Icelandic horse has a very individual character. It is patient, adaptable, lovely and spirited. The Icelandic horse has always popular internationally for being friendly and easy-going. The love being around with people, sometimes they are called ‘therapy horses’.

Horse riding is a unique experience that you should not miss. It’s a great way to explore unspoiled nature, panoramic and stunning Icelandic landscapes. This fascinating horseback riding tour through the lava field or geothermal wonder experience will be on your best memories in Iceland.

If you are a horse lover, don’t ever miss the chance to say hello to the Icelandic horses while visiting Iceland. If you don’t like horses, this the chance for you to fall in love with it. They are just amazing. Your Ring Road trip wouldn’t be complete without petting an Icelandic horse!