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Snowshoeing Getaway Week at Valdres Mountain Lodge with Guide

8 Days | Guided | Winter | Snowshoeing | Valdres

Discover the winter wonderland of Valdres on snowshoes with our guided group. From cozy Kamben Mountain Lodge, we embark on daily tours through snowy forests and open landscapes together with our experienced local guide. Well-marked trails bring you serenity and Norway’s crisp winter air. In addition you can relax in the sauna and enjoy great food and hospitality!

Highlights

  • Snowshoeing in winterly Norway
  • Cozy Mountain Lodge
  • Dogsledding
  • Delicious local food & traditional accommodation

Included

  • Transport (Bus from/to Oslo)
  • 7 x Accommodation incl. breakfast
  • 7 x Dinner
  • 7 x Packed lunch
  • Local Guide
  • Snowshoe rent
  • Map
  • Detailed tour description

Season & Prices 2025

Group 1:*

23.03. – 30.03.2025

Group 2:*

30.03. – 06.04.2025

Price
Adult (double room):
NOK 20.400

Children (12 – 17 yrs):
NOK 14.200

Single room suppl.:
NOK 4.000

* Min. 4 participants per group

Snowshoeing in Kamben, Valdres, offers a peaceful and immersive journey into Norway’s pristine winter landscape. Set in the heart of Valdres, the charming Kamben mountain lodge is a true winter wonderland, surrounded by rolling hills and snow-blanketed forests that invite you to experience a range of winter activities. Snowshoeing allows you to explore serene landscapes, spot native wildlife, and take in breathtaking mountain vistas. The well-marked snowshoe trails around Kamben cater to all experience levels, offering a comfortable and scenic way to connect with nature.

We start our guided snowshoeing trips right at the lodge’s doorstep. In the middle of our snowshoeing week we will hike to the top of Skogshorn mountain on 1728 masl, where we have a brilliant view over the Valdres area.

For added relaxation, unwind with an afternoon sauna session, try cross-country skiing as a side activity, or simply cozy up by the fireplace with a warm drink and a good book. This is a fantastic way to embrace the magic of the Norwegian winter.

We make your journey seamless by helping you reaching Fagernes by bus from Oslo, and then further by shuttle to Kamben mountain lodge. Throughout the week, you’ll stay in a cozy mountain-lodge that is well known for great food and its hospitality.

Map

Below you will find practical information about this trip.
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Day to day

Day 1: Arrival

Arrival Kamben

Take the prebooked bus to Fagernes, where you will change to the shuttle towards Kamben with arrival in late afternoon.

Activity

Meet your guide for the trip. Depending on arrival time, we can inspect the surroundings, test our snowshoes, or even do a short first tour together.

Accommodation: Kamben

Check in and make yourself comfortable with the cozy cabin and the beautiful surroundings at Kamben. Pick up your welcome package and prepare for the upcoming snowshoeing tours.

Meals: – / – / Dinner

Day 2 - 4: Daily Snowshoeing tours

Activity: Daily Snowshoeing tours

Duration: 3-6 hours, depending on weather conditions

The surrounding of Kamben offers a great variety of marked snowshoeing tracks with different length and ascent metres. Our guide will decide based on the weather conditions which tour will fit best for that day. Together we will enjoy the winter outdoors. For relaxing hours after being on tour choose to go to the sauna, relax in front of the warm oven in the cozy lodge with a good book or try maybe your first steps on backcountry or cross-country skis.

Accommodation: Kamben

Meals: Breakfast / Packed lunch / Dinner

Day 5: Hiking Skogshorn on Snowshoes

Activity: Hiking Skogshorn on Snowshoes

Duration: 6-8 hours, depending on weather conditions

Today we will have the Kings-Stage of this week and will climb on Skogshorn mountain to 1728 masl if weather and conditions are good! We will take the shuttle and follow our guide on this so called Norwegian toptur.

When we arrive the top of Skogshorn we will enjoy the brilliant view over the Valdres area and reward ourselves with a great lunch-break up there.

Accommodation: Kamben

Meals: Breakfast / Packed lunch / Dinner

Day 6 - 7: Daily Snowshoeing tours

Activity: Daily Snowshoeing tours

Duration: 3-6 hours, depending on weather conditions

The surrounding of Kamben offers a great variety of marked snowshoeing tracks with different length and ascent metres. Our guide will decide based on the weather conditions which tour will fit best for that day. Together we will enjoy the winter outdoors. For relaxing hours after being on tour choose to go to the sauna, relax in front of the warm oven in the cozy lodge with a good book or try maybe your first steps on backcountry or cross-country skis.

Accommodation: Kamben

Meals: Breakfast / Packed lunch / Dinner

Day 8: Departure

Departure

Cardrive to Fagernes and Bus from Fagernes to Oslo

Your Guide

Isabelle Ehegötz

Born and raised in Central Hesse / Germany, Isabelle has been guiding in various countries since 2017 – from horseback riding tours in New Zealand and Iceland to hikes in Australia and the Eastern Alps of Europe as well as in Norway. For the past three years, she has been living in Norway, where hiking and cycling tours, among other activities, have been led by her. 

For Isabelle, Norway is considered the ideal country to live out a passion for nature. The diverse landscapes, vastness, and tranquility of nature make each tour a special experience. A particular highlight for her is the “Allemannsretten” – the right to freely enjoy nature. 

Her guiding skills were deepened through a Master’s degree in “Adventure and Experiential Education.” It inspires her not only to showcase the landscape but also to engage in discussions about the impact of nature experiences. 

There is great excitement from Isabelle in showing you the beauty of Norway and creating unforgettable adventures together! 

*Min. amount participants

Disclaimer for Tour Cancellation Due to Insufficient Participants

Jotunheimen Travel reserves the right to cancel scheduled tours up to 30 days before departure if the minimum required number of participants is not met. In such cases, all confirmed participants will receive a full refund or the option to rebook on an alternative tour or date, subject to availability. We recommend travel insurance to cover any additional expenses that may arise due to this cancellation policy. Read our Terms and Conditions here.

    Add-on

    Ski rental
    NOK 750

    Rent a pair of cross-country skiis for the hole week (6 days).
    Included: Classic non-wax skies, boots, and poles

    Go to Bergen instead of Oslo
    NOK 150

    You can choose to end your trip in Bergen instead of Oslo. Then you will skip the last cruise to Bygdin and take the bus from your last accommodation.

    Extra night in Oslo
    Price on request

    If you are interested to see the capital of Norway, or your flight is arriving late, you can ad one extra night in Oslo, including breakfast. You can also ad it on the end of the trip.

    Important Details

    To fully enjoy your snowshoeing adventure in the mountainous areas, it’s important to dress appropriately for the weather conditions and local temperatures. For a comfortable and enjoyable experience, we recommend wearing warm, waterproof clothing, and bringing sunscreen and sunglasses.

    The winter season starts with short days with daylight, but then you will get a lot of clear starry sky, and if you are lucky even northern light. 

    Accommodation

    Kamben

    A traditional Norwegian mountain lodge in the heart of Valdres. It has 40 rooms with peasant romantic style and is well known for its hospitality.
    The kitchen is of a high standard with good homemade food based on local ingredients. Dinner is 5 courses and breakfast has a great buffet. They also have the curiosity of whisky tasting or their own wine, for those who want to try this.

    Snowshoeing Tracks

    The tracks run through varied, rolling terrain, from spruce and birch forests up to the high open plains with wounderful views. The forest tracks offer protection from windy and snowy weather while the tracks on the mountain plateau offer wide views on fine days. They fit everyone from beginners and families. All routes are well described.

    Difficulty

    Easy-Medium

    This is a trip very easy to adjust to your skill level at cross-country skies. It is advisable that you have tried cross-country before, but not required.

    Equipment list

    When you book with us, we’ll provide you with a packing list to ensure you have all the necessary clothing and gear.

    Transport

    Experience the convenience of choosing from various departure times and travel destinations along our express bus routes. Share your travel plans with us, and we’ll take care of the arrangements, ensuring a stress-free experience for you.