Press & Media

Hestaland in the Media

Our horses, our home, and the adventures we share with guests have caught the attention of travel writers and storytellers from around the world. Explore their stories for a glimpse of life at Hestaland and Iceland from the saddle.

Featured Story

Condé Nast Traveller

United Kingdom

Condé Nast Traveller · UK

Remembering how to ride on Iceland’s breathtaking west coast

Charley Ward returns to the saddle for a five-day trek with Hestaland, exploring lava fields, rivers, and coastal trails alongside a loose herd of Icelandic horses. Her story captures both the adventure of the ride and the comforts of returning to our guesthouse each evening.

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Condé Nast Traveler · US

If You Love Horses, These Dreamy Equestrian Escapes Belong on Your Bucket List

Hestaland joins Condé Nast Traveler’s selection of memorable equestrian escapes around the world, with a feature highlighting our Icelandic horses and trekking experiences in West Iceland.

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The Mail

Iceland is hot to trot

A travel feature by Sara Colohan about horse riding in Iceland and visiting Hestaland, shared on the author’s website.

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Handpicked Iceland

Hestaland — In the eyes of the horse, all are equal

Meet Guðmar in this interview about his lifelong connection with horses, how he and Christina built Hestaland, and the experiences that bring guests closer to Iceland’s nature and its remarkable horses.

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Watch & Listen

The Fifth Gate Podcast

Meet Gudmar: Taking Icelandic Horses Worldwide

Guðmar joins The Fifth Gate Podcast to discuss taking Icelandic horses worldwide, trekking at Hestaland, and why trainers should travel.

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Iceland with a View

Icelandic Horses — Everything You Need to Know ft. Gudmar of Hestaland

Join Iceland with a View and Guðmar of Hestaland for an introduction to the Icelandic horse.

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This Esme

Icelandic Horse Adventure

Join equestrian creator This Esme on an Icelandic horse adventure, including a visit to Hestaland.

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KET

Icelandic Horses — Interview with Guðmar

Meet Guðmar in this KET interview about Icelandic horses.

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KET

Riding the Tölt

Discover the tölt, the smooth gait that makes riding Icelandic horses such a distinctive experience.

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Your turn

See it from the saddle yourself

The stories are one thing — the horses, the herd and the West Iceland coast are another. Find the ride that suits you.