Kategori: Nature guiding

Fossen Outdoor Adventure

Our concepts are crafted for guests who seek more than just a hike – they want depth, storytelling, exclusivity, and a feeling  of truly connecting with nature.

 

High-End, Group Adventure

We specialize in intimate, high-quality experiences for discerning travelers, international guests, and corporate groups. Wether it is a guided trip to panoramic viewpoints, a forest immersion experience with fire-cooked food, or a tailored all-day itinerary in Nordmarka or the Ringerike region, every tour is designed with precision and passion.

 

A Gateway to Authentic Norwegian Nature

Our guides are local outdoor experts who bring guests closer to Norwegian culture, nature, and traditions. We focus on slow and action adventures, sustainable principles, and meaningful encounters with the landscape — always with safety and comfort as top priorities.

 

Tailored Concepts for the International Market

Our exclusive products are ideal for:

  • B2B teambuilding, Board member meetings etc.
  • High-end Travelers seeking curated experiences
  • Tour operators looking for permium add-ons near Oslo
  • Companies wishing to host extraordinary outdoor events
  • Private groups wanting a unique, memorable adventure

 

Where Luxury Meets Wilderness

We believe luxury in wilderness style is found in the details: seamless logistics, immersive storytelling, high-auality equipment, handpicked locations, and the calm presence of nature itself. Our experiences are crafted to feel both exclusive and deeply authentic.

 

Our services that can be mixed together

  • E-bike full-suspension high end bike with guide
  • Exclusive Sauna tents with wood fire
  • Climping
  • Glamping in the woods
  • Local food served at Ringkollstua, our base at Ringkollen
  • Canoe-trips, Packrafting, rafting and more
  • Teambuilding activities
  • Tailor-made multi-day tour
  • Rustic meeting and conference venues, with or without activities

 

Read more at fossenfriluft.no, we are looking forward to hear from you.

Rib safari around Håøya

RIB SAFARI WITH DRØBAK RIB

The trip goes to Sandspollen and Håøya around the beautiful archipelago past Sætre where we explore several beautiful natural harbors and get good speed to play in the waves on the open stretches.

SANDSPOLLEN AND HÅØYA

This is among the most beautiful natural harbours in the fjord. Håøya has the highest viewpoint in the Oslo Fjord, is the largest island in the Osofjorden and here the goats graze in the summer. The milk from the goats is used to make cheese at Håøya Nature Workshop.

OSCARSBORG 9 APRIL AND BLüCHER

Oscarsborg was built to protect Oslo from invasion from our neighboring countries and has been visited by all governments and heads of state throughout the ages. The night of 9 April was crucial in Norwegian history in that the King and our gold reserves were rescued from the country when the Germans invaded Norway and the soldiers at Oscarsborg succeeded in sinking Blücher. We will take you to the place where the Blücher sank.

PRICE ON REQUEST. THE TOUR INCLUDES;
• 1.5 hour RIB tour around Høya

• Necessary safety equipment/life jacket

• Thermal suit if needed

• Guiding of history and nature along the way

• Play in the waves from the ferries

Maximum 12 people per RIB tour.

SEASON APRIL-OCTOBER

Tours on request. Every day during the summer months. Meet in the guest harbour at 2.30 pm if not another time is agreed upon.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

The tour starts and ends in the guest harbor at Café Sjøstjernen. Meet up 15 min before departure for distribution of clothes and safety equipment Bring a windbreaker, hat, gloves on chilly days.

Guiding in English or German on request.

Booking: axel@rib-safari.no

Nilsstua Alpaca Garden

Welcome to Nilsstua farm in Hurdal. 

Here you can take part in alpaca walking and buy unique products and yarns from our own alpacas.

At the farm you will meet Ola Bjerke and Maiken Tømta. A cohabiting couple who at the turn of the year 2018, together with 3 dogs, took over Ola's family farm where the production of roughage was the operation of the farm. At Nilsstua, production of hay is still taking place, but ever since Maiken and Ola took over in 2018, they have wanted to expand – and in 2019 the first alpacas moved in. They have become part of the family at Nilsstua. Alvin and the gang are calm and very special animals with a lot of personality that brings joy and positive energy into everyday life on the farm. 

Much of the reason why the choice fell on alpacas was fiber production – a luxurious fiber that is spun into yarn, in addition to their calm nature. The farm focuses on breeding animals with good fiber quality and with full control of the entire process so that the animals have the best possible. Now, on the other hand, it is desired that more people get to experience how beautiful the alpacas are and get to know them better up close. Here you can take part in alpaca walking and buy unique products and yarns from our own alpacas. You will find us 1 hour north of Oslo. 

Alvin and the gang on the farm are looking forward to meeting you – Welcome!

Hiking and nature guiding Koslås

Great nature and local history on Bærum's famous peak.

Join our nature guide Bjørn on a guided tour in Nature to the Kolsås peak. Here you will have the opportunity to look at the wildlife, learn about the plants in nature and the local history. Koslåstoppen has a unique geology, as part of the Oslo Belt. Hiking starts at Stein farm. We walk on the path along the slope southward, along the mountain, until we reach the path junction that leads us up to Setertjern. In the area here we stop, to see if we can experience the world's fastest bird, the peregrine falcon, it nests in the area here. If we are lucky, we can experience when it plunges down to catch its prey in the air. Eventually we come to idyllic Setertjern, here it will also be time for a little stop,

We walk further towards northern Kolsåstopp, enjoying the view towards Bærum's works and Lommedalen. The return path takes us down the slalom slope to the main road, where we finally come down to Bærums Verk shopping center. Enjoy a nice lunch or a cup of coffee at a local restaurant and summary of the trip. The trip takes 4-5 hours.

Handelsstedet Bærums Verk has over 40 shops, galleries, artist workshops and nice restaurants.

Access by bus 150 to/from Oslo and Bekkestua. A small parking space available at Stein Gård.

Oslonature. Guided hiking tours

Experience the area through the eyes of a local and join a journey of discovery among the hidden treasures the local environment has to offer. The tours are designed for smaller groups and offer a personal and authentic experience. Oslonature prioritizes eco-friendly practices such as walking, using public transportation and recyclable materials to reduce waste, as well as offering an alternative to overtourism that reduces the impact on the environment.

Why choose Oslonature?
– Discover Oslo's hidden gems with a local guide.
– Smaller group tours for a more personalized experience.
– Eco-friendly tours.
– 4.9-star rating based on hundreds of reviews.

DURATION: 2,5 hours

MEETINGPOINT: Kolbotn Train station. You can buy the ticket for the train at #Ruter app, at Narvesen, 7-Eleven, Deli de Luca, Mix or at the station.

LEVEL: Easy/beginner hike. We take breaks whenever we need to. Normal physical condition is required. Remember good shoes. 

AVAILABILITY: Departure everyday at 9 am. Please request another time if the time is inconvenient. Limited spots.@

 

WildOslo – rent a kayak or canoe

WildOslo rents equipment for a weekend or a day in nature. The lake Langen is located in the part of Oslomarka called Sørmarka.

Kayak rental Booking: https://wildoslo.com/nb/leie-kajakk-oslo/

Canoe rental WildOslo has two canoes at Langen Booking: https://wildoslo.com/nb/leie-kano-oslo/

Paddling on Langen is a bit like paddling on a wide and sleepy river. The length is approximately 9 kilometers long, so you are unlikely to paddle the whole way. You paddle past small islands, some farms, duck families and beaver huts most of the time you are paddling in wilderness.

You start in the north, at Bru near Siggerud. Langen is popular with fishermen, and you can find everything from perch to trout, bream and protected eel. There are many nice places to go ashore, as well as rough camping sites here and there. The stretch is approximately 9 kilometers long, with many opportunities to go ashore to swim or eat. Paddle oar, vest and a map of Langen are included.

Guided tours: We live here and know the best places. We offer guided tours. Being guided by us is like being shown around by a friend. Welcome to an exciting activity just outside Oslo!

By car; You drive in 21 minutes from Oslo S and we have free (private) parking. Or take the bus to Bru – it takes 31 minutes from Bjørvika. (Bus 550, change to bus 515 at Klemetsrud)

 

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Guidet bon fire tour near Oslo – 4 hours

1. Guided bonfire tour – discover the magic of Krokskogen

The tour inspires guest to indulge in interesting conversations around the campfire. Here you will discoverr inner peace. Serving of hot drinks and bonfire food (toast). We walk up to one of the beautiful hills with a great view of Lommedalen.

Practical info:

Tour start from By or Tobonn in Lommedalen. (Bus goes to By)
Duration about 4 hours, and 45 min. Walk to campsite.

Minimum 3 people per trip. Suitable for groups from 3 – 10 people

Price 550,- per person incl.  coffee/tea and a light meal on the fire

2. Bonfire tour upgraded version:

Same as above. Private guided tour for friends, bachelor parties or extended family with local flavors and more focus on food and drinks. Agreed upon by appointment. Discover winter magic at the ready-made campsite.

Serving of cured meat with side dishes  / cheese and biscuits with side dishes and hot drinks.

Possibility to bring your own drinks such as beer and wine.

Price 750,- per person by min 5. persons. Suitable for a total group of 5-8 people

 

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The Strawberry peak in Lommedalen – hiking tour

Experience the beautiful scenery around Oslo – we guide you to places where you have the feeling of being totally "alone".  Scenic trip to to the "Strawberry peak" north in Lommedalen where you´ll experience the most beautiful view of the Lommedalen and out through the Oslo Fjord. We make bonfires and enjoy light food and something hot to drink during the cold season.

Approximately 2 hours walk from the By bus stop in Lommedalen. 2 km hilly road, and about 2 km steady climb to the top of the trail. A total of about 6 hours of hiking.

Meetingplace at By in Lommedalen. Access by own car / transport (good parking facilities) or by bus from Oslo, which takes about 1 hour from the center of Oslo.

 

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Birdwatching and lavvo dinner in the fairy tale forest

Game-watching in the fairytale forest and dinner and bonfire at Hannes

Welcome by Hanne at Rønningen farm. We are met by Hanne who tells a little about the history of the place and the people. Each is given a baguette and a bottle of water that we take with us on the trip out into the woods. The walk lasts about 4 hours, and may be adapted to a better fit for the group. Discover untouched nature in historical surroundings, only 25 minutes from Oslo.

We move out into Hornimarka and the fairytale forest. The first stop is at Persbråten, an old farmhouse. We walk along Urdselva up Urdsdalen. The river originates from the lake Svartvann, which is located a few km further up in the valley. There are several exciting waterfalls to see along the way, these are extra beautiful after a lot of rainfall. There is a rich fauna in this area, moose and deer live here … Dwarf woodpeckers, wasps and peregrine falcons are rare birds that live in the area, and if we are lucky, we can spot these, … we recommend to have the camera at hand. Old forest, narrow valleys and steep mountain slopes are also something that meets us along the way.

Some distance up in the valley we come to several places with an exciting history. We take a detour up to Risfjellkastet, where there are tombs (piles) from the Bronze Age. From the cairns we go northeast to Risfjellet's steep descent, from here there is a magnificent view of Kolsås, Sandvika and the fjord. After a break here, we return down to the farm.

Back on the farm, the farm girl Hanne will guide you into the dining room where a wonderful meal awaits us. Bonfire talk, nice company and summary of the trip. Dinner is served n in the lavvo, in the barn or in Jaktslottet.

Practical info:

The trip is in rough terrain so shoes with a rough sole are important. Physically demanding trip. Bring a small backpack.

Other easier tour suggestions:

Tour 2. Skuibakken storytelling with hiking to the farm (approx. 2 hours) Easy trip

Tour 3. History story, burial mounds, ancient road m.m. bird safari, fairytale forest, and nature photography (approx. 3 hours)

Tour 4. Nature photo – Listening trip in the forest / bird watching (approx. 3 hours)

Access to / from Oslo in the same way as upon arrival; by minibus, taxi or regular bus to Skui and 2 km walk to the farm

 

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Rock carvings and wildlife tour to Dælivann

The cultural landscape below Kolsåstoppen is an exciting area with traces of early settlements, rich wildlife and connections to famous painters such as Christian Skredsvig and his work "The Boy with the flute" that is displayed in the National Gallery and here we also find rare petroglyphs from the early Iron Age that are important for depicting and understanding our ship history.

At Dalbo, there are the first traces of one of the most important technological innovations in shipping in the years around the birth of Christ. The rock carvings of ships on the rock surfaces at Dalbo show the transition from ships that are paddled to ships that are rowed. This development took place sometime between 500 BC and the first centuries after Christ. The development of the rowing ship opened up to be able to build larger boats and cross over longer stretches of sea. The new technology that developed changed the cultural conditions in Norway and the Nordic countries, in the form of increased interaction, cultural influence, trade and warfare.

Dælivann is located in an area that "has the most": ancient cultural landscape, silence, burial mounds and traces of early settlements, old manor sites, carvings from the Bronze and Iron Age as well as lush farms. The area is rich in bird life, insects, flowers and trees. Here you can explore trails and a mosaic of habitats from swamps, streams and freshwater areas through rich cultural sites to varied forest environments, with exciting topography and geology including flat cultural sites, steep slopes and cliffs, where you can experience the two great peaks of Kolsås with extrodinary view over the Oslo area and the Oslo Fjord. Explore trails, nature trail with signs and popular climbing routes depending on available time and skills.

A cultural and nature trail has been created. The path is approx. 3 km that goes into the mixed forest which is part of the Skotta and Dalbo nature reserve.

And in winter time you can fish for roach, perch and pike, and there is an opportunity to go ice skating on Dælivannet.

The tour starts at the Godthaab bus stop. Arrival by own car or 30 min by bus 150 from Oslo / Lysaker. Approximately 1km to enter the cultural landscape from the bus stop, stroll around Dæhlivann (approx. 5km).

Alt 1 – Explore the nature reserve by the lake and the rock carvings. A stroll on dirt roads and trails.

Alt 2 – A hike in the nature reserve with a tour to the Kolsås Summit. A steep climb up to the top of the Kolsås. A 4 hour tour. You have to bring your lunch box and thermos.

 

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