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Activity description
Explore the stunning Hardanger region in the Wintertime on this day-long snowshoe hike, which is sure to be a feast for the eyes as well as your calf muscles!
While the Hardangervidda is more commonly explored in the summertime, its attractions remain just as beautiful in the wintertime. On this snowshoe excursion, you will be able to discover its beautiful natural landmarks first-hand, from glistening white trees to frozen lakes and waterfalls. Leave a snowshoe trail along the immense valleys of untouched snow, and enjoy this rare escape into the tranquility of nature, filling your lungs with that famous fresh Norwegian air.
On this excursion, we will teach you the skills required to snowshoe. This equipment is essential in the deep snow of Hardanger and on icy surfaces as well. With the snowshoes and poles we provide for you, it will suddenly be possible to discover much more terrain.
There are several routes possible for this day-long excursion, and this will be decided closer to the time, based on snow conditions and personal preferences. Some starting points include Lofthus, Odda, Røldal, Seljestad, and Buerdalen. The guide will contact you closer to the date of the activity in order to plan the exact itinerary. They can also provide lunch for you upon request.
Upon reservation, the guide will contact you to plan the starting point, and enquire upon potential lunch. The hike is between 5 and 7 hours long, but the duration and distance can be changed depending on your preferences.
Please let your guide know if you have any medical conditions that might impact the tour in case of emergency.
Activity requirements
Snowshoeing doesn't require specific skills. However, a 6-hour excursion will require some stamina.
- Professional guide
- Hiking poles
- Snowshoes
- Hot drinks
- First-aid equipment
- Sunglasses
- Wind and waterproof jacket and pants and warm layered clothing
- Beanie and gloves
- Lunch, snacks and water in a backpack
- Winter boots and wool socks