SVANSELE GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Up and down the boreal forest: a 3-hour Icelandic-horse ride through Svansele’s Nature Reserve
A guided 4.5-hour half-day outing that pairs a 3-hour ride on Icelandic horses with a concluding fika—this guide orients riders to route, requirements, and what to bring.
Up and down the boreal forest: a 3-hour Icelandic-horse ride through Svansele’s Nature Reserve.
Embark on an exhilarating 4.5-hour outing that centers on a 3-hour horseback ride through the boreal forests around Svansele, including passages across the Svansele Nature Reserve and a visit to Green Lake; the experience concludes back at the farm with a traditional Swedish fika by the fire.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Svansele Nature Reserve and Green Lake
The three-hour ride threads through the Svansele Nature Reserve and brings you to the scenic Green Lake, letting riders move through forested boreal landscape and take in the area's natural features.
Icelandic horses and varied gaits
Icelandic horses—known for their agility and calm temperaments—carry riders through the forest at a range of gaits, giving experienced riders a dynamic trail experience.
Fika by the farmfire
After the ride, the group gathers around the farm fire for a cozy Swedish fika—coffee and cake—to close the half-day outing.
What the day feels like
What the outing feels like
The half-day begins with preparing and saddling your horse, then unfolds into a three-hour trail ride through forest and along the shores of Green Lake, riding in all gaits to appreciate the Icelandic horses' agility; the day ends with a relaxed fika at the farm.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits—and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Half-day experience totaling 4.5 hours with approximately 3 hours spent on horseback.
Wear weather-appropriate clothing: long trousers and closed shoes are necessary; gloves are recommended. The operator provides a riding helmet and a warm overall if needed.
Standard rate is 1050 SEK per person; a private tour option is available for an additional fee.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the outing?
The full outing is 4.5 hours, with about 3 hours on horseback.
What is the minimum age to participate?
Participants must be at least 9 years old; children under 15 should be accompanied by at least one adult.
Is there a weight limit?
Yes. The operator applies a 90 kg weight limit.
Are helmets and warm clothing provided?
A riding helmet and a warm overall are provided if needed; riders should still bring long trousers, closed shoes, and gloves are recommended.
Is this suitable for beginner riders?
The outing is intended for experienced riders rather than beginners.
Is fika included?
Yes. The experience concludes with a fika—coffee and cake—gathered around the farm fire.