Wildlife Forest Hike
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Discover the magical Nordmarka forest and awaken your inner adventurer! Get ready to experience the unparalleled beauty of the Norwegian wilderness on an hike to Skjennungstoppen. This tour takes about 6 h including the subway (5 h walk, 1 h metro). The walking distance is 12 km. This is a challenging hike, hiking experience is required. Trekking shoes or similar is required.6 hours
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- Maximum 15 travellers in this tour.
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While we can't guarantee an encounter with forest animals, the chance to see them is always present, so keep your camera handy.
Nordmarka, the lush forest area just north of Oslo, is home to an amazing array of wildlife. If you're lucky, you might spot a moose, beaver, deer, eagle, hawk, or even a fox – just to name a few! . You never know what might appear around the next bend! (Our guides have spotted wild animals along this very trail several times, so it’s always an exciting possibility!)
Our journey starts in the city center, from where we’ll hop on a scenic train ride to Frognerseteren station, where we’ll enjoy the views as the train winds its way through the hills, bringing us to the starting point of our hike.2 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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From here we will make our way through the lush green forest to the majestic Skjennungstoppen mountain. The trail offers a perfect balance of challenging terrain and peaceful, serene pathways, as you hike through the stunning Norwegian wilderness. When we reach the summit, the reward is worth every step – panoramic views that will take your breath away.
In this part of the forest we might catch a glimpse of fox, beaver, moose, deer, eagle, hare and many other animals! They are all harmless and can be quite elusive, but keep your eye's peeled because every day is a new adventure!3 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Along the way, we will stop at two "hytte" (traditional Norwegian cabins). First, we’ll visit Skjennungenstua, followed by Ullevålseter. They serve great coffee and fresh pastry, such as freshly made waffles, served with jam and sour cream or Norway´s famous brown cheese. We’ll also make a stop at the geographical center of Oslo, hidden right in the heart of the forest.
Our hike will end at the picturesque Sognsvann Lake, where we’ll take the metro back to the city and finish our journey at Jernbanetorget.
Please keep in mind that this hiking tour is quite challenging.1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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All our hikes start outside Backstube Opera, in front of the cafe, in central Oslo.View Location
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All our hikes start outside Backstube Opera, in front of the cafe, in central Oslo.View Location
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Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- While we can't guarantee an encounter with forest animals, the chance to see them is always present, so keep your camera handy
- This tour takes about 6 h including the subway (5 h walk, 1 h metro). The walking distance is 12 km.
- Hiking experience is required.
- Hiking shoes or similar and comfortable clothes (layers) are recommended.
- A backpack with water and snacks is recommended
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Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Oslo time to receive 100% refund.
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