Odda Nature & adventure

Take this full-day adventure tour to Trolltunga, the Troll’s Tongue. Hiking up the amazing valley and climbing a via ferrata to the Trolltunga Plateau. Admire the views from the world-famous Trolltunga. Meet at the local partner’s office in the morning. The tour starts with 6-kilometer on an old gravel road along the beautiful Ringedalen Lake. The 6 km is divided into 2 km transport with a car, and then we hike the last 4 km. At the end of the road, ca 1 km with steep uphill hike will bring you to the start of the via ferrata. Steep, but the good news is that for every step uphill, the view gets better and better. And at then end you will find yourself enjoy the view as you climb 250 meters up the rockface, helped by metal rungs and a strong cable. At the top you’ll have a short lunch at the Endåne viewpoint. From there, hike 3 kilometers to arrive at Trolltunga. Take in the spectacular scenery, before making the return trip along the tourist trail.

This adventure includes the best of all our tours to Trolltunga, the Troll’s Tongue. The tour starts with a 6 km hike along the beautiful Ringedalen Lake, here we transport you the first 2 km, and then we walk the next 4 km on a gravel road. After this we hiking up the amazing valley and climbing a via ferrata to the Trolltunga Plateau. A steep but short uphill hike will bring you to the start of the via ferrata. Enjoy the view as you climb 250 meters up the rockface, helped by metal rungs and a strong cable. Finally, experience Trolltunga as the sun disappeares behind the white Folgefonna glacier. At Endenut you’ll settle in at Trolltunga Sunset Dome, a campsite not far from Trolltunga. The guide will prepare a delicious outdoor dinner, tasting even better combined with the stunning views towards the Ringedalen lake, Tyssebotn, and Trolltunga. Watch the sun disappearing behind the Folgefonna glacier and end the evening at the Trolltunga Sunset Dome, while listening to Norwegian fairy tales. The next morning enjoy breakfast with freshly baked bread and the beautiful, intense, magical nature.

This is your chance to be up in the mountains when the sun plays the most spectacular light games – at sunset and sunrise! Trolltunga Active has chosen the spot thoroughly, so our base camp is located at a good distance from the main trail. The spacious dome tent surprises you with its comfortable facilities and see-through ceiling. Only here you can enjoy a dinner with such a view while listening to sounds of the Norwegian nature. Experience the beauty of Trolltunga and the Norwegian mountains on a 2-day guided hike. Enjoy a comfortable stay in a dome tent with a see-through ceiling and a delicious dinner with a view. Take in the stunning views of the sunrise and sunset from the mountains. Meet your guide at the Trolltunga Active base at P2 parking in Skjeggedal. Take a shuttle bus to P3 to save time and energy. While hiking to the camp. admire the views of the mountain lakes, steep rock faces of the valley Ringedalen, and the Folgefonna glacier in the distance. During the hike we will short stops to refresh yourself and listen to information about the area. 2 km before arriving Trolltunga we get to the camp, you 'check in', the guide might arrange a cup of hot or cold beverages and some snacks. Leave your backpacks here and hike the last stretch to Trolltunga. Arrive at the "Troll's toungue" to take pictures, explore the surroundings, and enjoy the view without the crowds. Head back to the dome for a delicious dinner. Choose to enjoy conversations with each other, play games, read Norwegian stories, or observe the colors of the evening skies. After a good sleep in the dome, wake up to a new morning. Migth be a second visit to Trolltunga/if the weather in the evening was not to good. Your guide prepares breakfast in the tent. Alternatively, sleep in and wake up to the smell of fresh brewed coffee. After enjoying breakfast, pack your stuff together and start the hike back to civilization.

Embark on a guided hike to Trolltunga, one of the most scenic viewpoints in Norway. Enjoy a fun and stress-free day with your guide and travel companions. Take in the views of the majestic blue lake Ringedalsvatnet and the Folgefonna Glacier. Meet your guide at P2 in Skjeggedal and take the shuttle bus to start the hike at P3 to save some time and energy. Be prepared, as it can still take 9-12 hours to hike the rest of the summer trail to Trolltunga. Along the way, several viewpoints will reveal how steep and beautiful the valley is. Have several small stops for snacks and drinks on the way. At the same time, your guides enhance your hiking experience with lots of good motivation, their local knowledge about the nature, local history, and the best lunch and picture spots. Stand on top of the famous rock formation peeking out 700 meters above the valley. See the majestic blue lake Ringedalsvatnet and the Folgefonna Glacier in the far distance. When you look to your right, notice that your guide is abseiling down to get the best shots of you. After the photoshoot, enjoy a bit more time around Trolltunga before heading back.

Embark on a 10-12-hour snowshoe hike to Trolltunga, to one of the top nature attractions of Norway. Trek up the mountainside to Gryteskar, Floren Endåne, and Tyssebotn, ending at Trolltunga. You meet the guide and the other participants at our store in Skjeggedal/P2 parking. After breefing about the tour, weather, checking that all are particpants are well prepare (we have rental of gear if needed), the tour starts. Start your tour at 7:30 AM with a 4 km hike from Skjeggedal, up to Mågelitopp. From Topp, switch to snowshoes, and must “conquer” the steepest uphill of the hike - Gryteskar. After the uphill, we have easy up and down terrain until we reach the "Troll's Tongue", with spectacular natur views along the way. You can admire the snowy mountains, the Ringedalen valley with its steep mountain walls and frozen waterfalls, and amazing formations that the wind has carved into snow. Can there be a better reward? Naturally, there are several breaks on the way to refresh yourself and simply enjoy the atmosphere within the group while your guides explain more about local history and nature. Listen to the guides' advices, they know all the best photo spots! Soon enough you will arrive to Trolltunga in its winter suit rising above the "Lake of the Rings" and with Folgefonna glacier in the distance. Here it is time for photoshoot and more stories. The return back home is often a lot easier, we have a good snowtrail to walk on, more downhill, good memories, new hiking friends to talk with, in some cases we get a nice sunset walking down Gryteskar. And then the great finale, sliding down the road from P3 to P2/4 km on a snowracer. A fun and easy ending of the day! Be aware that the weather during the Norwegian winter is unpredictable, it can change at any time! Trolltunga Active has arranged guided winter tours to Trolltunga since 2015 and our experienced and professional guides have the utmost respect for the mountains. They will share their knowledge with you, show you how to prepare and hike safely during winter and how to 'read' the weather. Your safety is our priority!

During Autumn all hikes to Trolltunga start on P2 parking in Skjeggedal. A long yet unforgettable day liesahead of you. Normally, it is necessary to walk with micro spikes part of the tour. First you must “conquer” the steep uphill. This hike is a challenge, but you are prepared! All you hear is the crunching sound ofyour spikes breaking the ice layer and your breath. The fresh mountain airfills your lungs, and you finally reach the top of that long hill. Soon you find so many marvels alongthe way to Trolltunga - incredible views, mix of autumn colors, snow, all seasons. The Ringedalen valley and amazingview towards the Folgefonni Glacier. Even your simple sandwich for lunch tastes like a Michelin Star dish up here. We keep on going to see what is coming next. You will be rewarded withTrolltunga in its winter suit majestically rising above the half-frozen Ringedal lake. The clouds rolling in, fighting with the beam of the sun. Be aware that the weather during the Norwegian autumn is unpredictable, it can change at any time. This is nature,it is pure and real up here! But do not worry, your guides are educated inreading the mountain conditions and has a lot of experience in this terrain.Your safety is our priority! That is why on the iciest days, we can not guarantee that it will be safe to go down on the rock itself. We will make sure to show you alternative and equally beautiful photo spots and that you will feel like a true explorer after this one-day expedition.

We will meet at 11:15 at the Skjeggedal (P2) meeting point. Our guides will welcome you and then shuttle you up to Mågelitopp (P3), where the hike begins. The hike to Trolltunga is 10 km long, offering stunning views of Folgefonna Glacier, Lake Ringedal, and the magnificent surrounding nature. Along the way we will make small detours to hidden gems and make stops at the very best photo spots. Around 15:00, we will serve you a classic Norwegian mountain lunch at our picturesque lunch spot. Depending on the pace of the group, we will reach Trolltunga around 17:00. Here, you will have plenty of time to enjoy one of Europe's most spectacular rock formations. Upon arrival at camp, you will be assigned a private tent for you and/or your travel companions. The camp is a short walk from Trolltunga, so if you want to head back for the sunset that is possible. In the evening we prepare our famous local Reindeer stew (or vegan option). After dinner, you have time to relax and enjoy the breathtaking views and enjoy the company of the group. If the weather permits, we will make a campfire where you can prepare Norwegian S’mores and drink hot chocolate with whipped cream. If the sky is clear, we can see a beautiful starry sky over the mountains. There is a possibility for an evening excursion to the original Pulpit Rock (Preikestolen), a stunning cliff formation as magical as the more famous Trolltunga. For an extra good night's sleep, we recommend a swim in our secret pond. It’s cold, but no one has ever regretted it! Your guides will wake you up early the next morning and serve you breakfast and coffee/tea in bed. After breakfast, we will get the chance to experience Trolltunga again in the special morning light before we start our way back to civilization. We should be back at the parking lot between 14:00 and 15:00, depending on the weather and the pace of the group. We will provide: tent, sleeping bag, sleeping mat, sleeping liners, food, coffee/tea, and some local surprises. All you need is a backpack, warm clothes, optional swimwear, and snacks. Be sure to check out our packing list before your hike! We look forward to seeing you this summer!

Take a RIB tour from the center of Odda to discover the Hardangerfjord area. Board the boat at the harbor in Odda, and set off. Pass the hydroelectric power plant in Tyssedal as your guide tells you about the importance of water to Norway’s industrialization. Continue to Ullensvang, the fruit garden of Norway. On both sides of the fjord you will see steep mountains, and hillsides filled with small fruit farms growing apples, cherries, pears, and plums. Explore different attractions and look out for local wildlife. Listen to the fascinating stories about the culture and history of the area, told by your guide. The tour then ends back in Odda.

Set off on a challenging hike to Trolltunga, a rock formation that juts out over the Ringedal Lake. Enjoy a guided hike through the stunning Norwegian countryside and take in the breathtaking views along the way. Begin your adventure with a pick-up from your hotel in Stavanger and head to the parking lot near Trolltunga. Overcome a steep driveway and take in the fresh mountain air as you make your way to the top of the hill. Along the way, take in the stunning views of the Ringedalen Valley and the Folgefonni glacier. Stop for a break and enjoy a packed lunch while taking in the views of the surrounding landscape. Continue your hike to the Trolltunga rock formation and take in the views of the Ringedal Lake. After taking some time to admire the views, begin your descent back to the parking lot.

In wintertime, all hikes to Trolltunga start on P2 parking in Skjeggedal. Normally, it is necessary to walk with micro spikes or snowshoes a large part of the tour, that is why the hike during this season is more challenging. On the way up here, we stop by in our base camp and leave our backpacks here. Ahead of us is only the last short stretch to Trolltunga.   As the evening closes slowly in, we meet the last hikers going down. Once we reach Trolltunga, we are alone out there. A scary thought? Not at all. Because you know where you are staying tonight. You can look forward to a cup of hot chocolate, a warming fire and a delicious dinner. Yes, it is cold outside, and it is getting dark early. But once we are back in the domes, you can always curl up in your fluffy sleeping bag. After a long day out in nature, all is left is to relax and enjoy the spectacular night skies. Be aware that the weather during the Norwegian winter is unpredictable, it can change at any time. This is nature, it is pure and real up here! But do not worry, your guides are educated in reading the mountain conditions and has a lot of experience in this terrain. Your safety is our priority! That is why on the iciest days, we cannot guarantee that it will be safe to go down on the rock itself. We will make sure to show you alternative and equally beautiful photo spots and that you will feel like a true explorer after this overnight expedition.