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!
Inspired by cowgirls, cowboys, horses and western culture in the US. We started up with trail riding and western experiences in the southeast part of Norway. We live on a small farm on a peninsula surrounded by beautiful nature and the lake Mjermen. Our trail- rides goes along the lake and in the forest.
At Basnes Trail Rides you can have a great horseback adventure and be cowboy for a day. You can come alone, with friends or in bigger groups.
Welcome!
Alexandra Martinsen and Bjørn Brændshøi, two passionate alpaca breeders with more than 10 years experience. We breed alpacas for their luxurious wool and also for their mild, gentle presence which makes them perfect for human interaction. Alexandra is a teacher and she uses the alpacas in her work with children with extra needs. Bjørn is an engineer and focuses on breeding techniques and farm management. Our goal is to let people experience the wonderful alpaca up close and personal and we love seing sparkles in our visitors eyes when they do!
What we’ll do
You will be met by your host who will take you into the alpaca shed and into their field and let you meet the alpacas up close and personal. You will be taught what alpacas are, their origin, their history and of course why we have alpacas today and what we use them for. You will then help out by putting halter and leads on the alpacas, before each and one is given the responsibility for one of the alpacas for the rest of the activity, which takes approximately two hours in total. You will be able to pet the alpacas, take selfies and otherwise get a true and close connection with these very special creatures. We will then walk the alpacas on a scenic nature path in typical Norwegian landscape; fields, woods and hills – please wear clothes and footwear accordingly! We can adapt to visitor special needs. During the whole walk, your host will tell and talk about the alpacas adapted to your liking. We can arrange a typical Norwegian outdoor lunch on our camp site in the woods, using bondfire (if season). Contact us to plan such an outdoor lunch session accompanied by the alpacas! Contact us if your preferred date is not available when booking. Please note that we need to take the weather into account as this is an outdoor activity. If it is raining, it will not be fun for anyone (including the alpacas!).
What else you should know
Remember that the alpaca walk will be outdoors, in the nature. You will need to dress accordingly. Wear warm clothes if cold, especially gloves (you will be leading the alpaca) and hiking boots.
What to bring
Warm clothes (including gloves!) – if cold
Hiking boots or similar – if wet/snow
Water bottle – if hot
Welcome to us and our alpacas!
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Day round trip with Skibladner D/S
After a stay of several years due to bridge construction, Skibladner sails again down the river Vorma to Eidsvoll wharf. So why not make yourself a full-day tour with Skibladner?
For example, you can take the train to Eidsvoll station, where it is only a short walk of about 10 minutes down to the pier where Skibladner picks you up. Sail to Hamar and here it's an equally short walk from the dock back to the train to Eidsvoll.
This summer Skibladner sails between Gjøvik & Hamar down to Eidsvoll round trip every Tuesday and Friday with departure from Eidsvoll at 14.40.
From Oslo there is a train to Eidsvoll 2 times an hour and the trip takes about 35 minutes.
You can turn up directly at the piers and buy a ticket from a ticket agent, or reserve tickets online to ensure you get a seat. Read more on Skibladner's own website for timetables and ports. https://www.skibladner.no
Skibladner has served Mjøsa since 1856 and was originally built as an extension of Norway's first railway between Christiania and Eidsvoll in 1854. Skibladner was the onward connection between Eidsvoll and Lillehammer. In recent years, Skibladner has been restored with the help of funds from the National Archives and today appears as a floating museum.
The ship was awarded the Norwegian Cultural Heritage's "Olavsrosa" quality label. The ship has a restaurant (1st place Matsalon), cafeteria (2nd place Matsalon), men's and women's salon.
For catchy happy jazz, accordion or a classical concert on deck, Skibladner is available for charter trips from the end of May to mid-September.
Just as famous as the ship itself is the traditional menu on board in the 1st place dining room, namely salmon and strawberries. This menu has long traditions on board, but it is of course possible to order other dishes. The ship can seat up to 130 people seated at tables in the various lounges.
Welcome to a enjoyable trip on the world's oldest paddle steamer!
Have you ever walked with an alpaca or cuddled and fed one? Now you have the opportunity!
In VisitGreaterOslo you have many opportunities to experience alpacas.
Whether you want to go hiking or join in the feeding, see and experience them up close.
With us you have many experiences that offer activities with these beautiful animals.
Romerike
Alpaca hiking in Sørum
Alpaca hike Killingmo Farm
Alpaca hiking in Hurdal at Nilsstua
Rånås Gård – experience a "living farm" with alpacas and other animals.
Asker and Bærum
Bergvang Visitor Farm – experiences on a farm with alpacas and other animals.
Welcome to us!
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Horseback tour riding
We welcome you on horseback rides for young and old. Basic riding skills are an advantage as we ride in rough terrain for parts of the trip. If you are new to this, you can bring a tenant if you wish. We plan the trip according to level and wishes. See Facebook Rånås Gård for more information and booking.
From 500, – pr. hour
All riding, and horse care is at your own risk!
Welcome!
Why choose Wild Oslo and what can we offer?
Because we are local, we live here and know the best places, in addition we offer rentals and guided tours. Being guided by us is like being shown around by a friend.
Escape the hordes
We rent out equipment, and have guided tours for small groups. No waiting in line, just nature. We are also family-friendly – on a guided tour, your speed is our speed.
The real Norway – nature experiences just on the doorstep of Oslo
If you are in Oslo, the area is covered by more than asphalt and concrete. Didi you know that we are on the same latitude as the capital of Alaska?
The opportunities with us are many – here is some of what we can offer:
– Rental of kayak and canoe at Langen. Langen is located in a part of Oslomarka called Sørmarka
– Rent a floating tent in Oslomarka
In the wintertime we can offer guided ice skating and skiing for beginners and more experienced guests
Welcome to an exciting activity a short distance from Oslo!
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This winter we do have two trips which is possible to book already
One is for families with children, ages 8 to 17 – parents must be present.
The other is for adults.
Winter's tours are with a Norwegian-speaking guide. André Holm has been tracking foxes and other animals since he was 8 years old. He knows the Østmarka as well as the animals. Before the guided tour, he spends many days preparing and finding out where it is best to go. A wolf safari with André is something you will remember for the rest of your life.
Duration: The tour starts at approximately 0930 at Losby Gods. It is difficult to estimate when we are back at the estate, because suddenly we find a new track to follow. We usually return after 5-6 hours, but can also, by agreement, arrange a day trip of the desired length/duration.
Group size: Maximum eight people.
Everyone should bring an extra jumper/jacket in their bag for use during breaks. It is also nice if everyone brings a dry log of wood in their bag for the fire. André and the help guide provide food for everyone.
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