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Discover Jotunheimen:
Øystre Torfinnstind
Daytrip – Guided
This amazing guided trip takes you to Øystre Torfinnstind, which is Torfinnstind’s highest peak at 2,119 m.a.s.l. Dominating the landscape above Lake Bygdin, it offers a panoramic view of the surrounding mountains of Jotunheimen National Park and on a clear day, you can even see all the way to Oslo!
Highlights
- Øystre Torfinnstind
- Jotunheimen National Park
- M / B Bitihorn boat cruise
Inkluding
- Transport: (Boat from/to Bygdin)
- Guided mountain hike
- Safety Equipment
Season and Price 2025
June – September
27 June – 31 August 2025
Possible departures in September:
5-7 September & 12-14 September 2025
Price:
Adult, per person: NOK 2.900
Minimum 3 participants
Description
Øystre Torfinnstind (2,119 m.a.s.l.) is an iconic mountain top in Jotunheimen National Park, above Lake Bygdin. From the top, you get a panoramic view of the surrounding mountains and on a clear day, it is even possible to see until Oslo. The journey begins by boat on Lake Bygdin with M/B Bitihorn to reach Torfinnsbu, where your hike starts. A steep climb with some scrambling awaits you and the route includes some exposed areas, but your guide will make sure that you get safely to the top.
The hike is demanding and only suitable for hikers in good physical condition. You will be accompanied by an experienced guide that knows the area and that will make sure you have the best experience possible.
Program
Transport to start
Take the boat from Bygdin to Torfinnsbu at 9:05 am. When you arrive in Torfinnsbu, this is where you meet your guide at the pier. Here you get your safety equipment for the day and some instructions for the trip before starting your hike.
Activity: Hike to Øystre Torfinnstind
Time: 6-7 hours, Distance: 6 kilometers, ↑1080 meters
Øystre Torfinnstind 2,119 m.a.s.l. is an iconic mountain peak above Lake Bygdin, in Jotunheimen National Park. From Torfinnsbu, you follow first a trail to approach the mountain, before the rocky part begins. From here, a more exposed area with steep climbs including some scrambling awaits you. Your guide makes sure that you find the best way to the top and get back down to the boat pier in time for the last boat of the day at 4:30 pm.
(Possible accommodation, add-on)
Enjoy a relaxing evening with good food at Bygdin Høifieldshotel while you think about the adventure of the day. The accommodation is close to the boat pier and guarantees you the perfect end of an unforgettable day in the mountains. You can even book a sauna session by the lake, if you want. Let us know if you wish to extend your stay in the area.
Good to Know
Below you will find practical information about this trip.
Can not find what you are looking for? See our frequently asked questions page, or send us an email – we will help you!
Add-On
Stay a night at Bygdin Høifieldshotel
This hotel has a long tradition of hosting active mountain people who want to visit Jotunheimen. Even though many rooms were renovated you will get a historical atmosphere. The food is for sure one of the highlights of your stay. Dinner is made from local ingredients and tastes great. When booking with us, the full board (breakfast, packed lunch and dinner) is included.
Price on request.
Important details
To fully enjoy your hiking adventure in the mountains, it’s important to dress appropriately for the weather conditions and local temperatures. The weather at high altitudes in Norway can change quickly, and a snowstorm can happen every month of summer. For a comfortable and enjoyable experience, we recommend having with you warm, waterproof clothing, sturdy mountain hiking boots that provide ankle support, suncream and sunglasses. It is not recommended to wear trail running shoes, everyday shoes, or sneakers.
Meals
You must bring all the food and drink you need for a long day out hiking.
If you stay at Bygdin the night before, you can make yourself a packed lunch from the breakfast buffet.
Route
On this trip, your guide will show you the way and make sure of your safety. The terrain is very rocky. Therefore, we recommend ankle-height mountain boots. Depending on the weather conditions, your guide might need to make some changes on the hike.
Difficulty
Hard
Distance: up to 20 kilometers
Ascent: up to 1500 ascent meter
Terrain: Varied trail, where longer sections are hilly and rocky, there will also be features and exposed terrain.
On these trips, we spend a lot of time in demanding terrain, and there are long ascents and descents. The tours are usually around 6-8 hours. These trips can also involve crossing glaciers and rappelling, this requires that the person participating in the trip has some previous experience and is in good physical shape.
Please ask us if you are not sure about your level.
Packing list
When you book with us, we’ll provide you with a packing list to ensure you have all the necessary clothing and gear. You will get the equipment for the glacier from your guide.
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Day to day
Practical information
Below you will find practical information about this trip.
Can not find what you are looking for? See our frequently asked questions page, or send us an email – we will help you!
Departures from Oslo
Monday-Wednesday
8.30 am – 1.05 pm
Thursdays
8.30 am – 1.05 pm
3.05 pm – 7.05 pm
5.00 pm – 9.05 pm
5.20 pm – 9.03 pm (Directly from Oslo Airport)
Friday
8.30 am - 1.05 pm
1.05 pm – 5.45 pm
5.20 pm – 9.03 pm (Directly from Oslo Airport)
Saturday
8.30 am - 1.05 pm
10.20 am – 1.35 pm
Sunday
10.20 am – 1.35 pm
12.20 pm – 4.50 pm
5.20 pm – 9.03 pm (Directly from Oslo Airport)
Luggage transport
We will send your luggage from cabin to cabin, so you only need to bring a daypack.
Departures from Gjendesheim
Monday-Friday
2.00 pm – 6.35 pm
Saturday
10.00 am – 2.45 pm
2.00 pm – 6.35 pm
Sunday
10.00 am – 2.45 pm
10.00 am -2.21 pm (Directly to Oslo Airport)
4.00 pm – 8.20 pm
5.35 pm – 10.00 pm
Meals
All restaurants offer food based on local ingredients. For breakfast, there will be a buffet. Here you also need to make yourself a packed lunch that you bring to lunch for the day. Use your beewax food wrap. It is possible to fill a thermos, check with the accommodation. Dinner will be served in the afternoon/evening.
Accomodation
Gjendesheim Turisthytte DNT:
Gjendesheim Turisthytte has a history dating back to 1878. The hut is run by DNT and is located in the heart of the Norwegian mountains, with Besseggen Ridge as a neighbor.
Gjendebu Turisthytte DNT:
At 990 masl at the west end of Gjende Lake, you will find Gjendebu. The DNT cabin offers a traditional and historic atmosphere, with good local food – and is the oldest cabin of DNT, built in 1871.
Memurubu Turisthytte:
Memurubu is a tourist hut at the end or start of the famous Besseggen hiking trail. Memurubu is originally an old mountain pasture dating back to 1872, but has had tourists for just as long. Cows are still grazing around the tourist hut, which lies at the mouth of the river Muru in the valley Memurudalen.
Trails and weather
The conditions in the autumn are wonderful, but it can also give some challenges. You need to be prepared to walk in the snow in case of snowfall. We have also described alternative routes for the steepest parts if the exposure or conditions makes it uncountable. In September, normal temperature is between 0-10 degrees.
All the paths are well-marked. The terrain varies from flat and easy to rocky and hilly. All the hikes as a short steep, exposed crux where you will have to use both legs and arms. Thou these sections can be avoided by walking an alternative route around.
Equipment list
We will send you equipment-list when ordering.
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