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What to do and see in Thorlakshofn, South Region: The Best Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Thorlakshofn, Iceland including Thorlakshofn Swimming Pool, Perluhestar, Black Beach Tours, Strandarkirkja, The Icelandic Horse Park Fakasel, Alhestar Horse Rental and Tours, Arnarker Cave, Hafnarnes lighthouse and viewpoint, Porlakskirkja.
1. Thorlakshofn Swimming Pool
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
2. Perluhestar
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5.0 based on 21 reviews
We are a family that run a small family business. Our horses are well trained and well taken care of. We want to give you the best experience that is possible. You control the speed and we do everything for you. See you in our stable Perluhestar.
3. Black Beach Tours
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5.0 based on 61 reviews
Black Beach Tours offers perfect tours in South Iceland where the black volcanic beach meets the blue Atlantic Ocean. We offer ATV Tours on the beach or up into the lava fields with a visit to a lava cave. RIB Speed Boat tours by the black beach and even into the bird paradise by Krysuvik bay. Have a lovely day exploring the south coast in Iceland or join us in the Zen with Yoga on the beach
4. Strandarkirkja
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4.5 based on 56 reviews
Reviewed By Steve5863 - Avon, United States
This small church is located alone, next to the ocean, on the open basalt flows of the Reykjanes Peninsula and the area around the church provides a scenic area of open, dark sky perfect for the viewing of the aurora borealis. We were fortunate enough to witness a display of epic beauty late on April 4 and continuing into the wee hours of the 5th in 2018. (Delta misdirected my luggage so the attached photos were made without the benefit of my missing tripod.) This small Lutheran church was originally established in the middle of nowhere along the southern coast of Iceland in the 12th century when a group of sailors trying to reach shore in a storm prayed for a safe return and promised that if they did survive they would build a church at the location of their landing. An angel then appeared and guided them through the surf and unseen reefs to safety. Keeping their word, they built Strandarkirkja for which many miracles have been attributed to and is one of the richest churches in Iceland as many donations arrive in the hopes one’s prayers will be heard.
5. The Icelandic Horse Park Fakasel
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4.5 based on 160 reviews
A UNIQUE ATTRACTION CLOSE TO REYKJAVIK Visiting The Icelandic Horse Park, you will be introduced to the unique story of the Icelandic horse, its distinctive features, and its important role in Icelandic history and culture. You will also enjoy great Icelandic food at the restaurant. Our 45-minute show, Legends of Slepnir, employs large-scale multimedia and special effects to weave together history, old Norse mythology, and exhibition riding to demonstrate the Icelandic horse's beauty and uniqueness. The result is a magical theatrical experience that emphasizes the Icelandic horse's special features and pays tribute to its historical relationship with humans throughout Iceland's history. At the end of the show we offer a behind the scenes guided walking tour through our equestrian facility with knowledgeable local guides. You will visit the barn and backstage of our horse theatre to see our operation in action. Then you will meet the horses up close and see how they each have their own unique characteristics.
6. Alhestar Horse Rental and Tours
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4.5 based on 121 reviews
Alhestar offers horseback riding tours in Iceland. We’re located 30 km outside Reykjavik and offer pickups upon request. We’re located in Reykjavik but our horse riding facilities are in a small town called Thorlakshofn. We have decades of experience working and traveling with Icelandic horses. We will bring you from Reykjavik and back, for our all-inclusive tours.
Reviewed By Scoobye11 - Reykjavik, Iceland
I did a midnight sun horse trek on 20 June. Due to Civid-19 and tourists only just trickling into the country I was the only person. Eric picked me up from Central Reykjavik and did the 40 drive to the stables. Magnus was my guide and although he did not speak any English he was charming and a delight to trek along the lava beds and the cliff coastline. I was called beforehand so they know level you are and to give you the right horse. These are two genuine guys who are try hard to please. I was lucky enough to be invited back for coffee and cheese even though it was now 1.30 am. A lovely experience that will stay for me forever.
