Enjoy all the highlights of Rondane and Dovrefjell National Park during a variety of family friendly activities. You stay either stay in a newly renovated hotel room including half board or a spacious log cabin with possibility to eat in our restaurant or cook meals yourself. The choice is yours and we can adapt the program entirely to your wishes!
Day 1: arrival in Rondane National Park
The hosts welcome you at Rondane River Lodge and inform you about the program for the next days. Check-in in your comfortable hotel room or log cabin. Our home-made 3 courses welcome dinner can be added optionally.
Day 2: canoeing on Atna-river
Drive to your first adventure while enjoying the dramatic scenery along Rondaneveien, one of the 18 national scenic routes in Norway. Then it’s time to set off for a 2-3 hours canoe trip on the Atna River which you follow downstreams. Relax and admire the wonderful views on the mountains and make a stop at one of the many sandy beaches you pass. On request it’s also possible to do a full day canoe trip (5-6 hours) or even a 2-days canoe trip with overnight in a tent. Prices on request.
Day 3: goat farm visit and self-guided hike to Pika
Early morning transfer to Øverdalssætra where you will meet the goats at a traditional seter (mountain farm). You are free to help during the miking process and enjoy a typical Norwegian breakfast at the farm. Start climbing Mount Pika afterwards (250 height meters) with a 360° view over the surrounding mountains and Rondane National Park. Count about 2 to 3 hours to reach Rondane River Lodge again where freshly baked waffles are waiting for you. On request the hike can also be guided.
Day 4: musk ox safari in Dovrefjell national park
The iconic musk ox has its natural habitat in Dovrefjell National Park which is easily accessible from Hjerkinn, about a one hour drive from Rondane River Lodge. You can search for musk ox on your own but can increase your chances significantly when being accommpanied by a knowledgeable guide during a 5-6 hours hike. There are good opportunities to spot also grouse, plover and maybe even a flock of wild reindeer.
Day 5: guided fishing introduction and evening moose safari
Day 6: white water rafting on Sjoa-river
World class white water rafting is waiting for you in Sjoa Valley about a one hour drive from Rondane River Lodge. Sit tight, paddle hard and get the adrenaline rush of your lifetime. Trips of different level and duration are possible as well for families that want to bring their youngest.
Day 7: the choice is yours
Today the choice is all yours. We can recommend many self-guided hikes for all levels but what about our cycling trip to Mini-Alaska which starts straight at the lodge? You can rent comfortable e-mountainbikes and cycle the 45km loop (half on paved and half on gravel roads) on your own or it can be guided with several interesting stops focusing on local culture. Or maybe horse riding on the rolling Venabygdsfjellet-plateau sounds more tempting?
Day 8: departure
Time to say goodbye to the Norwegian Mountains. Maybe you can still visit the stavechurch in Ringebu and Lillehammer, hometown for the Olympic Winter Games in 1994, on the way back home? Or visit the charming UNESCO mining-town Røros if you rather fancy travelling further op north?
Departure date:
Daily from until 13.06.27 until 13.09.27
Included:
7 nights in a newly renovated hotel room or cosy log cabin
Breakfast at the goat farm
Other activities according to your choice
Loads of Norwegian fresh air
We can arrange transfers to the train station in Atna or Ringebu and to most activities but having your own transport (private or rental car) gives more flexibility and is probably the cheapest alternative.
Most activities can be adapted to all ages but some require a minimum age.
Contact us for prices, availability and a tailor made offer.
