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Odda Camping and Fjord Views That Will Inspire You To Start Camping

February 23, 2018 by admin 6 Comments

Odda is one of many beautiful towns in Norway with swiping fjord vistas waiting to be explored. With Odda camping being used as a base camp for those heading to hike Trolltunga. So I thought I would cover Odda camping to Trolltunga camping, Tyssedal camping, Odda camping bookings, Odda camping prices for tents in this little town that is an adventure playground for outdoors enthusiasts.

If you are a lover of the outdoors then you will definitely love Norway and Odda even more so. There are beautiful Fjord views and beautiful waterfalls cascading off mountains on every turn which means camping in Odda Norway comes with magnificent views that are just incomparable.

If you are loving for a digital escape or a trip to switch off, relax and enjoy the peace and tranquility that mother nature has to offer then Norway needs to be on your list of places to explore. STAT! As well as getting close to mother nature camping also offers the opportunity to keep accommodation costs to a minimum and spend the moment on other experiences.

Norway has over 800 campsites offering camping, cabins and even room to bring your own caravans and campervans. So if the views alone don’t convince you to at least attempt camping then nothing else will. Otherwise there you always go for cabin rental.

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From Odda Camping To Trolltunga Camping

We travelled from Bergen with our rental car having enjoyed a long weekend in Bergen, we drove to Odda where we camped before heading to do the overnight hike to Trolltunga which also involved camping. For those that want to do Trolltunga, I have a Q&A guide to hiking Trolltunga with everything you need to know. I will also be doing a Norway packing list guide and tips as I seem to get a lot of people asking me about what to pack for the hike.

If Trolltunga is not your idea of adventure there is still plenty on offer in Odda. This beautiful little town is packing full with stunning waterfalls, emerald fjords, blue glaciers, silvery peaks, lush valleys and so much beauty its just magical that words are not enough. I am actually mad at myself for staying away from Norway for this long before I visited. For more on Norway check out this guide on places to visit in Norway.

Camping In Odda Norway And Things To Do In Odda

As I mentioned above Norway has some 800 camping sites and we had our sights set firmly on camping in Odda Norway. I knew that waking up and unzipping the tent to fjord views was too exciting an opportunity to pass up while visiting Norway. In addition to the hike to Trolltunga, there are endless hiking trails in Odda, 7 of which I will detail below.

Odda is an idea place for if you are looking for an activity based holiday. There are biking tours, plenty of spots to swim, blueberry picking and fishing. You can do guided glacier tours, climb in Via Ferrata routes, try zip-lining and even kayak under Trolltunga! For those that love their winter sports, you also have Røldal nearby, said to have Europe’s deepest snow and offers Norway’s best off-piste skiing.

Odda Camping, Trolltunga Hiking And Other Hike Trails Nearby

When you arrive in Odda, the majority of the hostels, hotels and camping sites will have maps for Trolltunga. Not everyone might be up for a 22km return trips hike. You are in luck because there are endless hiking trails in Odda. This maps provided also give details of 7 trails you can do that dont take as long as Trolltunga. I think we picked up ours at our camping site office.

Holmaskejer – Its 5 hours each way. The hike starts 2km from Odda town along route 550. The trail is steep so a good pair of hiking shoes is important as is warm and windproof clothing, maps and compass. With the glacier nearby be prepared for rapid weather changes but there is a cabin at the summit for overnight stays. Make sure you pack a good piece of sleeping gear.

Strand – Sandvin – Its 1hr each way. You need to head towards Røldal as this trail is about 2km from Odda town center. The views alone are worth hunting for the start of the trail. On the way, you will pass through Sandvin’s beautiful landscapes of lakes, waterfalls and mountains.

Buardalen – This trail is about 2-3 hours round trip. You need to drive towards Røldal for this one as well and follow signs for Buer. The last part of the trail is steep and suitable footwear for this is mandatory. This route is closer to the glacier advice from the Tourist Information is Do Not go near the glacier without a guided tour for your own safety. In a reception at Odda Camping(details blow), you can also book a guided glacier trip.

Fossaset – This trail is about 3-4 hours round trip. First, drive towards Røldal and then follow signs for Buer then Strand. The path to Fossasete is good but sometimes with steps of stone. After 30mins of hiking up, it becomes flat. From there you continue to south Jordalsnuten over Tverreggi and down to Buer.

Rossnos – This trail is about 6 hours round trip. It takes about 3.5 hours to get up. From the center of Odda you head towards Kinsarvik. The trail is clearly marked Rossnos.

Lilletopp – This trail is about 30 minutes each way. From the center of Odda, you head towards Kinsarvik to Tyssedal. Then follow signs for Skeggedal(this is the same direct for Trolltunga). The Lilletopp trail is well marked and the top offers stunning views of the glacier and Sorfjorden. Sørfjorden is a 38-kilometre long fjord that is one of the innermost branches of the main Hardangerfjorden in Hordaland county.

Modalen – Einseten. This trail takes about 6-7 hours. From Odda drive towards Tyssedal and follow signs for Skjeggedal. Continue towards Ringedalsdammen dam. The trail is well marked

All the trails have parking lots available. Most if not all are all clearly marked. It’s not already clearly getting to these trails is a lot easier by car hence why we chose to rent a car during our visit to Norway. We rented the car at the airport in Bergen, used it to drive to Odda then on to Skjeggedal for the hike to Trolltunga before driving back to Bergen. We then dropped it off in Bergen you don’t really need a car to explore Bergen. There are easy shuttle buses back to the airport from Bergen town center.

Odda Camping Cabins | Trolltunga Camping

Many campsites have small cabins as you will find the Odda camping cabins on site that can be booked in advance. Keep in mind that most campsites don’t have that many I would highly recommend you book as soon as you know you will be going. Trolltunga camping is popular here for day hikers as most will stay over the Odda campsites before the leave early in the morning.

Standards vary from small and simple to larger, well-equipped ones with a common room, separate bedrooms, kitchen, shower, and toilet. Bedding is usually available for a small fee or brings your own sleeping bags. Also, and you can either clean up before you leave or pay an extra fee to have the staff do it. The more expensive cabins often have Norwegian style bathrooms, bedrooms, living rooms and well-equipped kitchens. Price per cabin per day starts at NOK 250.

If you prefer camping there are is plenty of space. We pitched our tent at Odda camping which is situated between two national park and surrounded by impressive views of Sandvinsvatnet lake, high mountains, waterfalls and a glacier. The camping is located by the Sandvinsvatnet lake, 2 km from Odda town centre and the Hardangerfjord.

And it is 6 km to the famous waterfall Låtefoss, 5 km to Buer where you can see the Buerbreen glacier and 14 km to Skjeggedal, the starting point for the popular hike to Trolltunga. Buerbreen, a glacier arm of the Folgefonna glacier, the third largest glacier in Norway is within walking distance from the camping ground! You can drive 5 km to Buer and park your car there.

From Buer is is about a three hours hike into the glacier front and back. In the reception at Odda Camping, you can also book a guided glacier trip. This is a challenging day trip, a life experience!

Odda Camping Booking | Odda Camping Price

Odda camping prices range from around £50 a night. They also 4 cabins and rooms available for booking. Odda camping booking in advance is a must during the popular seasons for the Trolltunga hike. This is also a popular place for Trolltunga camping before if you are doing a day hike. There is room for 60 tents or caravans and access to electricity and a room with washing- and drying machines.

In the kiosk, they sell groceries and things like ice-cream, candy, and sodas. In the morning they sell warm bread rolls during the high season. Odda Camping also offers many activities and experiences, you can go fishing or swim in the lake, rent a canoe, or try one of there hiking routes. You can pick up a map in the reception.

For more Odda camping reviews and to sort out your own Odda camping booking out Odda camping and cabin site here but you can also opt to book hotels and hostels in Odda here. Also, include Røldal and Tyssedal as they are close by but also because there aren’t that many accommodation options in Odda. So you need to widen the net a little to find a place to stay when the few places available sell out in high season.

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Beginner Camping Tips For Successful camping In Odda

I find that a lot of people who seem to hate camping have never even tried it. Yes, I was definitely one of those people. Partly because I was(still am a bit) a germophobe. Usually, the thought of going camping means having to deal with shared showers and shared cleaning facilities and all that.

Most of that fear was in my head as I have found that a lot of camping sites are clean and there is a sense of community about the thing that people generally want to leave things and places as they found them. So if that is first what is stopping you then let me put your mind at ease.

Camping is not as bad as your thoughts make it out to be. Since I started I haven’t stopped. I have camped in Wales, Iceland, Norway and many other places the UK. Below are my tips for successful camping.

Check the weather at least a week or two before you go to see the weather pattern in the place you will be camping to give you an idea of what to pack and prepare your activities in the area.

Pack clothing according to weather and activities. Good walking shoes are essential. Base layers, wind/waterproof clothing.

Pitch your tent at home before heading out on the road. It’s never a good idea to head out without trying out your equipment. I believe I have told you about helping out a couple pitch a tent in Iceland in the middle of the night because they arrived on site with a new tent that neither one had any idea how to put up. My husband and I heard the rustling outside we got out of our campervan and put the couple out of their misery. A practice run at pitch your tent under less pressured environment allows you to become acquainted with the design and assembly instructions. The last thing you want is to arrive at a campsite in the middle night and not know how to pitch your tent.

When you get to your camping location pick a post that is reasonably flat. You can also buy groundsheets as they provide additional protection from water or morning dew making your sleeping area cold and wet. You can also opt for 2-seconds Tents that pitch in seconds without breaking a sweat.

When pitch your tent also consider shielding yourself from the wind. The beautiful spots on the campsite next to the lake, as beautiful as they are you have not shielded the wind, there are some parts not directly next to the lake that provide shield from the wind but still have views of the lake. On some camping sites, this is unavoidable especially if the weather is windy all around.

Camping equipment like camping mattress, suitable sleeping bag based on how cold or warm destination weather is.

In addition to camping, equipment and tips above the majority of what you pack will also depend on wild camping with no facilities around or on a camping site where there are showers, a kitchen to cook and wash up. So depending out you will either need to pack cooking utensils and camping stove but more details on our packing list for Trolltunga and Odda camping in my next post.

If you opt to explore Norway by motorhome, there is also room to park on the site.

Getting To Odda – Fjord Ferries

There are buses from Oslo or Bergen. As we wanted the freedom to do as we wanted and not have to rely on buses we chose to rent a car. The drive from Bergen was about 3.5 hours I believe. It involved having to cross a couple of fjords by ferry too. A word of warning though, make sure you don’t miss the last ferry.

We at one of the last ferry on the drive back to Bergen we arrived at the ferry terminal just as the last ferry was leaving and being in a new country not knowing where you are can also hike up the level of stress in such a situation. We ended up having to navigate via the long way round after 10 pm. We arrive in Bergen just before midnight having driven through one of their newly opened tunnels connecting the towns across many fjords.

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10 Ways Adventure Seekers Are Catching Thrills On Norway’s Trolltunga Hike

September 9, 2017 by admin 1 Comment

Ok, so you have sat down and planned your hike, what you need to pack for Trolltunga hike and whether you can actually handle the hike so now you are thinking what else is there to do when I get to the top? What kind of fun do people have on a Trolltunga hike, anyway? Well, since you asked nicely I will let you in on a little secret on how adventure seekers are catching thrills on Trolltunga. If you haven’t been to Trolltunga yet and are dying to visit this beautiful landscape, I have a post with all the questions you might want answers to before heading to Trolltunga. I have answered all those questions on the Ultimate Guide to Hiking Trolltunga.

1. Catch Group Thrills

You have walked miles and miles up and down the Norwegian valleys with friends so what better way to end the hike that catching thrills in true thrill seeker style and gather on the edge.

2. Be At One With Nature

This was so funny to watch and I managed to see many a butt crack while editing these shots. As I shoot in RAW there was plenty of detail to zoom in on. I sound like a freak, don’t I? The guys walked across the tongue and everyone thought they were going to just pose like everybody else but they started getting naked while everyone looked on. Of course then the applause all across the area…

3. Fly Solo and Get on the Edge

After hiking for miles and miles, we finally made it to the very edge of the Trolltunga hike and there was no way I wasn’t going to sit on the edge of Trolltunga. It was just the two of us on the trip, so unless we left all our things with someone we would have to split up for pictures. I queued up for a couple of minutes but still wasn’t sure if I was capable of doing pulling this stunt until it was my turn in the queue.

4. Spend A Penny On A Mountain

There are no toilets on the Trolltunga hike trail its just you and mother nature. So much easier for men, don’t think I would recommend this method for women unless you have found an easy method you would like to enlighten me with. Yes, this is another one that I wasn’t expecting but after missing out on capturing a proposal on Trolltunga, I had my camera armed and ready for capturing the next shenanigans from adventure seekers on Trolltunga.

5. Take A Selfie

You queue for a while and when it’s your turn to take a few pictures on the Troll’s tongue, you cannot miss the opportunity to take a selfie when the views are this beautiful.

6. Catch Feelings and Propose

We slept on the mountain with views of the glaciers surrounding us and it was one of the beautiful views I have seen yet. For number 6 on adventure seekers catching thrills on Trolltunga, what I wish I had captured was a proposal. I was so caught up in the celebrations and waiting for the ‘yes’ that I forgot to capture, it so instead you will get this beautiful view we caught while camping on the trail to Trolltunga. Perhaps the beauty of this place has inspired many a proposal. A few months after this trip I had my very on… 🙂

7. Explore Surroundings

The views at the top are just amazing. You might also find that in some areas you are actually above the clouds which is just the prettiest sight. So while you are here take the time to explore before hiking back down.

8. Don’t Forget To Look Down

This one is not for the faint hearted. Time while sitting on the edge of Trolltunga goes by so quickly, so having been courageous enough to sit on the edge while not take a look at the earth below you and check out the views below you while perched on the edge.

9. Go To The Beach

Who knew you could head to the beach this high up in the mountains. Small waves created from the winds on that manage to sneak between the shielding of peaks in these Norwegian mountains meet with melted glacier water. Had it been a little warmer I might have been tempted to dive in for a swim.

However you catch your thrills, be sure to do it safely. So have you been to Trolltunga? Have I missed any of your thrill-seeking tricks on the mountains?

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Glacier Walks In Iceland – Exploring Svinafellsjokull Glacier in Iceland

June 20, 2017 by admin 24 Comments

A trip to Iceland is not without checking out a glacier in Iceland. We stumbled on this gem on the way to see Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, and with many Iceland Glacier Tours from Reykjavik one is never too far from glacier walks in Iceland. In our case running into Svinafellsjokull Glacier stopped us right in our tracks. Welcome to the land of surprises! After planning how much exploring time in Iceland we needed and reviewing our list of things to do in Iceland we thought we had our itinerary down to a T! (Scratch that! I thought I had it down to a T, I am more of a planner and Igal goes with the flow.) Then we arrived in Reykjavik Iceland, picked our campervan rental and embarked our a journey on Iceland’s Ring Road. All along thinking that we were going to be ticking off bucket list items one by one.

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Glacier Tours In Iceland

The moment we set off, plans were in a way thrown out of the window, because of the Ring Road. No matter how much planning you do, it will throw some surprises your way in that there is so much beauty and many stops you may not have thought you would want to include in your Iceland itinerary. One such surprise was Svinafellsjokull glacier. The beautiful glacier tongue that you can spot from across the Ring Road.

The call is so loud you just cannot ignore the sight. Just like Godafoss waterfall, we actually hadn’t considered, it but stumbled on it on the drive to our pinned map sights, not knowing just how easily accessible some of the natural wonders in Iceland are. Svinafellsjokull can be seen from the Ring Road. The road leading up to it is a gravel road but easily accessible. Although I imagine during the winter months be maybe quite difficult to get as close as we did. We had the places to ourselves but were soon joined by a couple of tour buses as this is a stop on a couple of glacier tours in Iceland.

Svinafellsjokull Glacier Walks In Iceland | Vatnajökull National Park

Located in Vatnajökull National park, Vatnajökull or Vatna Glacier as its sometimes called is Iceland’s largest ice cap and is among Europe’s largest glacier caps. The ice or snow that flows away from the main trunk of the glacier is what is referred to as glacier tongues. Svinafellsjokull is one of many glacier tongues in Iceland flowing from Vatnajokull. The makings of best glacier hikes in Iceland.

Although the pace of the fall of ice and snow is one that may not be visible to the naked eye. Svinafellsjokull glacier in Iceland is such a breathtaking sight. You can see the beautifully shaped ice cups and the deep crevasses of the glacier and in the distance, glacier ice slowly melting into the water like marshmallows in a mug of warm milk tea and glacier walkers in the distance meandering through ice ridges on Iceland glacier hiking tours on many of the South Coast tours of Iceland and goldern circle tours.

Vatnajökull national park is home to the largest glacier, that is Vatnajökull at 8,300 km square, with the second being Langjokull at just 953 km sq. It is situated in the west of the Icelandic interior or Highlands of Iceland and can be seen clearly from Haukadalur. The beauty of this place is just how easily accessible is if you are on a self-guided tour of Iceland. When we arrived here we had the place all to ourselves until the tour buses flowed in and left one by one. You can have an easy glacier walk around Svinafellsjokull. You need to come prepared with hiking shoes or a decent pair of trainers or walking shoes.

If you only have loafers or shoes of that type you can still walk around but would not advise going too far out as some parts require a bit of an uphill climb on slippery rock faces. As beautiful as this place is, just remember how remote it is and don’t over do it for the ‘gram and hurt yourself. I have linked to some tours above but you can also compare prices with other glacier tours found here. Many tours will take you closer and onto the glacial ice and the crevasses, especially on the ice cave tours or ice climbing tours. They will give you and show you how to use equipment crampons, and ice axes used for hiking such terrain.

If you planning on doing the majority of the exploring on your own then pack accordingly and only walk around the mountain and don’t attempt to get anywhere near the crevasses without a guide as glaciers tend to have parts that drop off into bottomless pits so just don’t do walk around that without a guide that knows the area. There are so many small group tours and glacier tours in the national pack that its not worth risking your life just for the sake of saving a few bucks.

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What To Wear For Iceland Glacier Walk or Hike

We visited in the summer but as you may know that Icelandic weather can change without warning, so pack accordingly. Reykjavik, although cold, gave us summer midnight sun and the south of Iceland had mysterious low hanging clouds, rain, hale and all sorts. You don’t have to pack everything under the sun, but picking clothes you can layer up as well as items suitable for all weather as well is my advice.

I came layered up in thermals, a jumper dress, and my trusted lightweight Mountain Equipment jacket. I bought this jacket a long time ago and it has seen me through hikes inSnowdonia, Norway, and a few other places. It’s waterproof, keeps body heat well and can handle pretty much all the mountain can throw at it without being bulky or weighty and can fold into a nice little ball. So if you are going to be taking part in any Iceland glacier tours from Reykjavik or embarking on glacier hiking in Iceland, guided or self-guided, I would highly recommend you check the weather in Iceland before leaving and pack accordingly. Below is also a few items you might want to pack on your trip. If heading to Iceland in the winter, make sure you pack for the Iceland winter which can be harsh.

What I Wore

Mountain Equipment – Gore-Tex Waterproof Jacket /Similar here

Thermal Leggings / Similar here

Keen Hiking Shoes/Similiar here

Very Jumper dress / Similar here and here

What to Pack For An Iceland Glacier Hike

Socks

Thermals

Jumper

Hat

Hiking Boots

Waterproof Jacket

First Aid Kit

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Iceland Glacier Tours From Reykjavik

If you want to add a little adventure to your experience of the land of fire and ice. There are at least 13 large glaciers in Iceland and with many Iceland glacier tours from Reykjavik, you can jump on a tour easily even if on a short visit. There are tours offering Iceland walks in Iceland’s Skaftafell nature reserve. This is Iceland’s second largest national park and home to Skaftafellsjökull glacier. You can do glacier hiking, easy glacier walks as well as ice climbing in Iceland glacier caves.

glacier iceland - Svinafellsjokull Glacier Hike

Coming from a hot country, where the temperature can soar into the 40s. Sights like these are just so hard to imagine. I have never seen anything like this in my entire life. Then again unless you live here it’s always a first for anyone. This is one of the reasons why I love combining my city travels with adventures that take you so close to nature like this. Nature and sights like this let “You see what a tiny place you occupy in the world.” Whatever worries and cares in the world are suddenly forgotten and you are just left speechless and in awe of just how wonderful this world is and how much more of it you just need to see while you are still here.

How To Get To Svinafellsjokull

An Iceland glacier near Reykjavik, Svinafellsjokull Glacier, much like many places in Iceland has been part of a movie set. Joining the ranks of Jokuluson featured in not only one but two James Bond movies, Batman Begins and Tomb Raider. The likes of Thor, Star Wars – Rogue One, Prometheus have all been filmed in Iceland. Svinafellsjokull is where Interstellar was filmed. Getting to this beautiful movie set couldn’t be easier as its an of few glacier in Iceland near Reykjavik. You can see Vatna ice cup and it’s glacier tongue in Iceland that is Svinafelllsjokull from the Ring Road.

You will see the signage in the image below from the Ring Road and once you turn into the road, it leads to a dirt road with a small parking lot right at the end of it. There is a little gate with an entrance to a walking path to explore. You can walk around and hike up the rocks for a better view but bare in mind that you will need suitable shoes to go further on the path and even better gear for the glacier walks but do not attempt the glacier walks without a guide. There are safe paths around with the area providing great views of the glacier that putting yourself in danger for the ‘gram would be a bit of an overkill. See what I did there 🙂

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Sleeping Under Secret Iceland Waterfalls | 3 Waterfalls in Iceland You Need to See

May 27, 2017 by admin 13 Comments

Waterfalls in Iceland - Gljúfrabúi Secret Waterfall

Oh Iceland, a country that is probably on every wanderlust traveler’s bucket list. Top of that list for many is seeing the waterfalls in Iceland. Volcanoes, geysers, glaciers, geothermal pools and somewhere in all of that is an adventure waiting to be had. Adventure is my middle name! With that in mind, we set off in a camper van down south of Iceland. Having stopped to see Geysers we stumbled on Godafoss by accident as we didn’t realise just how close it was from the Geysers and boiling earth of Litl Geyser. Having made a few stops along the way it wasn’t until late in the night that we stumbled on Seljalandsfoss, this was close to the mark I had placed on a map to get us to the camping spot we were going to spend a night. I actually had no idea our camping spot was going to be right next to the falls. We arrived after midnight, but there was still a bit of light. We had Seljalandsfoss all to ourselves!

Considering how tired we were from the day’s exploration and driving it wasn’t long before the search went back to hunting for the camping spot hidding behide trees a road up head. When we finally found the camping site, we were still running on adrenaline from exploring and discovering Seljalandsfoss that we actually didn’t realise that we had parked our campervan right in front of Iceland’s secret waterfall that is Gljufrabui waterfalls, among many of Iceland’s Waterfalls you need to see.. With the sound of waterfalls in the background on quiet campgrounds, it was not long before were sleeping sound to the sounds of Iceland’s secret waterfall. I actually though the sound we could hear was from Seljalandsfoss. It was definitely a lovely surprise to wake up and discover Gljufraui falls hidden behind a canyon just in front our camper van and one must-experience to have when you visit Iceland.

Waterfalls In Iceland

Gljúfrabúi Secret Waterfall

Nestled and partially hidden by its own canyon, Gljufrabui was not actually on our list of stops but when it presented itself in the morning we couldn’t pass up the chance to see it. You literally have to walk between the gap or crack in the rock, with water trickling down a small stream to access the waterfall. Once through the crack, you are graced with the 40-meter high hidden gem. Gljufrabui is actually easier to find than one would think. We chose to camp at Hamragardar camping ground for the night. Locating the campsite isn’t a hard task(in daylight that is) as it sits only a few meters from Seljalandsfoss, which in turn can be seen from the Ring Road. This camping site is where we stood in darkness helping a couple put together their brand new tent, well semi-darkness as we only had light from mobile phone torches to put the tent up. After watching them fighting to figure out which way was which, we couldn’t go to sleep in our camper hearing them rustling with the tent. This is actually one of the reasons why you always have to try putting your tent together before a camping trip. Although we laughed about at the time, four adults wrestling with polyester in the dark, we did eventually put it together but an experience I was determined to avoid when I bought a new tent for my trip hiking and camping on the trail to Trolltunga. I guess this is what makes the experience of sleeping to the sound of waterfalls that much more memorable.

Packing List

Hiking Shoes
Mountaineering Jacket
Thermal Top
Thermal Bottom

Gljúfrabúi Secret Waterfall - Waterfalls in Iceland

Seljalandsfoss Waterfall

We stumbled onto Seljalandsfoss shortly after the midnight sun had descended, and with it regret that I didn’t have the energy for a photography session when we had the waterfalls all to ourselves. One of the most visited waterfalls in Iceland and probably on of the most photographed and one of the only waterfalls you can actually walk behind the curtain of water. Fed from melting water from the glacier-capped Eyjafjallajokull volcano. This beautiful waterfall is accessed from a small farm of Seljaland which sits close to the Ring Road. Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss can easily be seen from the Ring Road so a road trip around Iceland can be easily accommodat these two to any itinerary without losing too much time off travel plans around the country or as part of a day trip tour of the Golden Circle.

The morning after we stumbled onto the waterfall and the rain had stopped but the surrounding area was covered in beautiful wild flowers and just like hidden waterfall is tainted with fun memories of figuring out how to set up a tent in darkness, Seljalandsfoss on the other hand had my boyfriend flying down the hill as one had forgotten that it had rained during the night, making surfaces quite muddy. Not only did he land on his butt once but twice, rather ungracefully too, which left me in fits of giggles and him, well the look on his face was priceless….Looking through the trip images usually brings a smile, good that he can now see the lighter side of it this experience. Sleeping in the nearby campsite gives you amazing views of this waterfall as well as easy access to it before bus loads of tourists arrive for the rush hour.

Seljalandsfoss Waterfall - Waterfalls in Iceland

Skogafoss Waterfall

This is another memorable stay during our road trip around the Ring Road. Another beautiful waterfall in Iceland that can easily be seen from the Ring Road, making it easy to find. One of Iceland’s most unique waterfalls as it is fed directly from two glaciers; Eyjafjallajokull and Myrdalsjokull. All three waterfalls above seem to be attached to weird and crazy memories. Skogafass is another memorable one as this is where I blow the biggest hissy-fit I have ever had and all because “insta-husband” was not doing what he was told while I was busy trying to do “Instagram-worthy” poses. Yes, couple’s travels are not always rosy. It makes me smiles and feel a little embarrassed looking through images taken at Skogafoss as midway through this terrible-twos-sized blow-out I was hit with the most confusing responses from my boyfriend that only make sense now. After I had calmed down my boyfriend kept on saying “You are the one sweetheart. Can we just enjoy the surroundings without wanting to capture each and every corner?” When you are pissesd and boiling, half of what is being said to you goes over your head. Four months later I come to find out what all the confusing repeated responses of “you’re the one sweetheart” fixed into sentences while trying to calm me down meant. Months before, my then boyfriends had been sneaking out with some of my rings to the jewelers to figure out what size engagement ring to have made. Long story short, I calmed down enough to agree not to take any more pictures or take my Nikon up the 300 plus steps the viewing platform at the top of the waterfalls. I left the Nikon in the campervan but snuck my Samsung phone in my pocket where little video of waterfalls below was taken. Four months after these pictures were taken I was presented with a rose-shaped custom-made engagement ring. Skogafoss shall forever be known as the hissy-fit falls. We soon made up though, and I guess a lesson learned on how not to put too much pressure on “insta-husband” when it comes to capturing our adventures.

There is a cafe near the waterfall where we made up over food and drink and put the hissy-fit down to being tired from road-tripping around the Ring Road while stuck in a four-wheeled tin box. It was on our second round trip back on the Ring Road from Vik that we stayed overnight at the campsite and yet to more restful sleep with the sound of the powerful roar of Skogafoss. Yet another experience you need to have when you visit Iceland – minus the hissy-fit, obviously! In the meant-time perhaps a post on how to travel as a couple without killing each other over silly things is in order? Yes? I will add it to the list of posts. In the meantime enjoy the shots taken from my baby-sized tantrum.

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Trolltunga Hike Guide – Everything You Need To Know

May 2, 2017 by admin 36 Comments

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Recently I shared a post with shots from hiking Trolltunga. Here, I provide a detailed Trolltunga hike guide with everything from Trolltunga camping, car park and parking in Trolltunga, a Trolltunga packing list with what to pack, what to expect and when the best to hike Trolltunga and everything in between about the hike in Norway.

Many have this trail on their sights so I wanted to address many of the questions I had before doing the hike and answer them for those that want to know about camping on top of Trolltunga, what to pack for Norway and Trolltunga, where to park and all that good stuff.

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Norway Trolltunga Hike Guide Q&A

Norway has so many beautiful landscapes and so many amazing hikes in Norway to add to your list, that it is hard to imagine how a country could have such amazing scenery all to itself. Our drive to Trolltunga from Bergen involved a stop in Odda, which is the starting point from most on the little expedition that is the Trolltunga hike.

All along the way, the road trip from Bergen to Trolltunga had us oohing and ahhing at waterfalls, lakes and beautiful mountains that you drive past. A lot of people want to do this hike so I thought a to Trolltunga blog post answering as many of the questions I get in addition to those I had myself. So my second post on a Guide to Hiking to Trolltunga a Q&A aims to answer as many of the answers you might want to know when planning a trip for a Trolltunga hike.

Hiking Trolltunga In Norway

What is Trolltunga Hike (Norway)?

Trolltonga is a miracle of nature that literally means the ‘Trolls Tongue’. Hopefully, my previous post answered this one but if still unsure, read on. Trolltunga is one of the most spectacular scenic cliffs in Norway. Trolltunga is situated about 1100 meters above sea level, hovering 700 meters above lake Ringedalsvatnet. The view is breathtaking. The hike starts in Skjeggedal and goes through the high mountains, takes 10-12 hours (23 km in total to Trolltunga and return) and the ascent is about 900 meters.

Which city is Trolltunga located in?

Trolltunga (Troll tongue) rock formation is situated about 1,100 meters above sea level in the municipality of Odda in Hordaland county, Norway.

Trolltunga Hike Guide - Your Questions Answered!

Trolltunga Hike Difficulty, Duration And When To Hike Trolltunga

What’s the Trolltunga hike like?

What can I expect? Is Trolltunga hard or How hard is Trolltunga – Trolltunga Hike Difficulty

To address all questions asking questions around Trolltunga hike difficulty like; is Trolltunga a hard hike, how hard is Trolltunga, is Trolltunga easy hike?, or how hard is Trolltunga? The Trolltunga hike is 11km up and 11km down so a total of 22km for the whole trail. They used to have the funicular that made the first and last 1km a lot easier – alas it has been shut down a long time ago and the trail the cable car went on is now blocked off and it is too unsafe to use.

This means that you now have to climb up the 1km with your own two feet. Let me tell you this: the first 1 km is the hardest part of the trial especially if you are carrying a heavy backpack! Your feet will be swearing at you all the way through the 1km BUT when you do see the 1km sign at the top you will be surprised where that little burst of energy comes from for the little happy dance that you will no doubt be doing. The trail between the 1km sign and the 2km sign is fairly flat.

As far as the first 1km is concerned it is a mix of stone steps and steep inclines with a rope to support you. The last 1km down is also a lot harder to do on the way down than it is going up. Having done 21km your legs will be a bit wobbly for the big stone steps down in that last 1km. Saying that you will be on such a high with encouragement from other walkers that it won’t seem as bad as I am making it out to be. As a rule of thumb if I did it so can you!

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Can you hike Trolltunga in the rain | How do Trolltunga hike?

The answer is yes, you can you hike Trolltunga in the rain. When we hiked it had rain heavily the days before so the trail was covered in so much mud from the tail. This is one of the reasons I insist that you have really comfortable and suitable shoes. Don’t be one of those people that turns up on this trail with flip-flops.

How long is the hike to Trolltunga? – (Trolltunga Hike Duration)

For hiking Trolltunga how many hours it takes depends on your fitness levels. You will see some breezing through the trail as if it is a walk in the park and some that are taking each step as it comes. I was not the fittest one out there, I found it hard at times. I slowed down at some spots and picked up the paces on the flat areas. The part that takes the longest is the starting point as it’s a very steep 1km but starts to level out as you get higher. You have spots that incline but this is a lot more gradual than the start. The next 3km took us about 2 hours if I remember correctly. We set off around 4 or 5 pm.

When we reached the 4km it was around 7 pm. We set off late in the day because we knew we were going to be camping overnight. We camped at the 4.5km mark and woke up at 6 am to restart our hike. Weather, fitness and Equipment play a role. Also, bear in mind that how long it takes you will also be determined not just by your fitness level but by weather as well.

It had rained heavily during the day hence part of the first 1km was covered in mud with some of the trail somewhat challenging as you had to pick and choose where to place your foot on almost every step. Make sure you bring hiking shoes with you. This is also one of the reasons by you need a spare set of socks. You need to be careful and ensure to take easier alternatives during challenging parts of the trail.

I imagine such a hike would be just as difficult after or around the time of snowfall. There were some muddy patches in other parts of the trail but it was fairly simple to navigate those as the incline was not a concern. Just make sure you check the weather update leading to your trip. This will help you figure out what sort of weather patterns to expect as well as what to pack. For day hike it can range from 10-15 hours on the trail. This all depends on your fitness and the time you hike as I said. For the day hike you also need to make sure you set off early enough for the start of the hike.

Also, note that the time it takes to climb down is almost the same as the climb up so factor that in if you are using public transport. Also I get questions around how many steps to Trolltunga, considering how many hours I mentioned above you can just imagine how many steps are involved.

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When Is the best time to hike Trolltunga? Can you hike Trolltunga in Winter?

Whatever time you visit be sure you are equipped for the hike. You can read my post tips on what to pack for Trolltunga Hike. Whatever you do, do not attempt the Trolltunga hike in winter time (unless of course, you have Everest under your belt – Trolltunga should be a breeze). Also from Mid March, it is still covered in snow and the only people taking on the trail are those on a guided tour with Trolltunga Active guides. It was hard enough doing the trail when it’s covered in mud in August. I wouldn’t dare an attempt it the winter.

The best time to hike Trolltunga is between June and mid-September. We hiked towards the tail end of the hiking season. We were there the last weekend of August as it was part of an adventure weekend birthday present to my boyfriend, now fiancé.

Trolltunga Hike Info: When Does Trolltunga Open?

Can you hike Trolltunga in September: From mid-September you need a guide to hike Trolltunga.
Can you hike Trolltunga in October: You need a guide to hike Trolltunga up until October 15. After that no hiking is allowed in October due to weather.
Can you hike Trolltunga in November: No hiking is allowed in November due to weather.
Can you hike Trolltunga in December: No hiking is allowed in December due to weather.
Can you hike Trolltunga in January: No hiking is allowed in January due to weather.
Can you hike Trolltunga in February: No hiking is allowed in February due to weather.
Can you hike Trolltunga in March: No hiking up until end of March when the trail starts to thaw and open season starts. You need to hike with a guide in March when the trail opens.
Can you hike Trolltunga in April: Hiking Trolltunga allowed but only with a guide.
Can you hike Trolltunga in May: Hiking Trolltunga allowed but only with a guide.
Can you hike Trolltunga in June: Trolltunga early June can only be hiked with a guide. After June 15 You can hike on your own.
Can you hike Trolltunga in July: You can hike Trolltunga without a guide.
Can you hike Trolltunga in August: You can hike Trolltunga without a guide.

Is Trolltunga Hike Dangerous

Can you hike Trolltunga without a guide?

Can you hike Trolltunga alone? Do you need a guide? Is there a Trolltunga hike tour?

Can you hike Trolltunga without a guide, the answer is providing you are hiking Trolltunga early June to September. So, no, you don’t need a guide, especially if you are hiking to Trolltunga within the safe seasons when there is hardly any snow. We hiked as a pair but did spot solo hikers. Both male and female solo walkers. You will still have plenty of people along the way to talk to.

On the way to hike Trolltunga from Odda, we did camping in Odda before our hike and recognised quite a few faces from the camping site in Odda who were finishing the trail as we were starting. These guys started off around 6 am and were heading down by 7.30pm when we were reaching the 4.5km mark. So, to answer that question. No, I don’t think you need a guide nor do I think you need to go on a Trolltunga hike tour as the trail is very well marked and maintained. We didn’t have a guide. I did, however, do an incredible amount of reading before planning the hike. I would happily do Trolltunga alone but bear in mind that it’s a difficult hike and needs not just physical strength but mental strength too which is a lot easier if you have a hiking partner with you to cheer each other on.

Make sure you plan your trip well and that you have all the equipment needed and that you have the latest weather forecast. Once you are up on the trail it is an amazing slice of wilderness to raise your soul to new heights. The entry ticket is being prepared.

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What happens when you get to the top of Trolltunga?

What happens when you get on the Troll’s tongue itself? Is Trolltunga worth it?

Once you arrive a the top of Trolltunga you have to go down via a few metal steps and this is where the queue to Trolltunga starts. The rest of the crowd are scattered around the area taking pictures and congratulating each other for making it that far. The majority stay there for an hour or 2 before heading back down.

Note that there is a queue to get on the tongue itself. When I climbed down to queue the queue was about 30 minutes long but during the peak periods, I have heard it can go up to 2 hours. It does go quickly though as you have people doing all sorts of stuff on the tongue that will keep you entertained as time goes by. From people stripping naked to marriage proposals, it all happens in Trolltunga! It Trolltunga worth it? Hell Yes! If for the views alone!

Is Trolltunga dangerous? Who do I call in an emergency – Mountain rescue?

Even when you have no reception for normal calls, you should still be able to great through to emergency services. A majority of countries use 112. For Norway and UK, you can dial 112 for mountain rescue. For other countries refer to this table. Just make sure you do your research before your hike to make sure these numbers are still the same.

Do I have to sit on the edge of Trolltunga cliff, is it scary?

No, you don’t have to sit on the edge Trolltunga cliff or Norway tongue as some call Trolltunga. Plenty of people don’t. It’s really up to you and how well you deal with heights. I had every intention of sitting on the edge but didn’t know if I was going to actually do it. I was going to sit there on my own and my boyfriend was way on the other side with instructions to take as many pictures as possible.

Only until it was my turn to walk on Trolltunga did I just press the ‘fuck it’ button and say it’s now or never so put you big girl panties on and let’s fucking do this. That is usually my pep talk when I am doing something that freaks me out, whether it’s a scary meeting at work or rock climbing somewhere. So I sat down first and inched myself to the edge and then stuck my legs out. It’s as easy as that! I wasn’t going to leave without taking a selfie!!

Recently I shared a post with shots from hiking Trolltunga. Here, I provide a detailed Trolltunga hike guide with everything from Trolltunga camping, car park and parking in Trolltunga, what to pack, what to expect and when the best to hike Trolltunga and everything in between about the hike in Norway. Many have this trail on their sights so I wanted to address many of the questions I had before doing the hike and answer them for those that want to know about camping on top of Trolltunga, what to pack, where to park and all that good stuff.

Celebration at the summit?

Hell yeah! You have just done 11km on your own two feet, why not celebrate. Shortly after the celebration it soon sinks in that you have to do another 11km back down. Although, its not as bad as most of the uphill battle is over and done with.

Trolltunga Hike Parking, Toilets And Facilities

What facilities (toilets and bathrooms) can I find at the base of the Trolltunga Hike?

Both cars parks have toilets. The first one has a toilet and a little shop. The second car park at the Skjedggedal where the hike begins has the car park, toilet, and a cafe. Note that the cafe doesn’t open early so don’t bank on getting food here for the hike. Bring snacks with you.

Are there any toilets along the trail to Trolltunga?

No sweetheart, it’s just you and mother nature!

Is there parking at Trolltunga?

Wondering about where to park in Trolltunga? Yes, there are two car parks in Trolltunga.

There are two parking sites when you arrive at Skejeggdal, one is the information site. The second is elevated high up the mountain just where the actual trail starts. If parking at the top has run out you will be asked to park at the first parking lot and then take the free bus to the second car park. We parked our car in the first car park and took the bus up. Boy, was I glad we got the bus!

The road up to the second car park is one lane in most parts, the bus had to manoeuvre in tricky parts and guess what, you only have a bit of a barrier between the bus and meters and meters of a deadly drop! So yeah, I was glad it wasn’t us in the driver’s seat! There were points where the bus had to reverse back to make room for another car to pass in what is already a narrow and dodgy cliff edge road. I am a lover of heights but this road had me on high alert that I actually forgot to record the journey.

So, yeah there is parking in Trolltunga! We were also parked overnight in the first car park. If you are hiking and leave your car in the first car park just make sure you know when the last bus is so that plan to get off in the right time. Otherwise, if you are parked on the top level car park next to the trail then you only have to worry about the drive back on the crazy cliff road in the dark.

– Coins for parking – Parking in Skjeggedal is 200 NOK/day or 100 NOK in Tyssedal. The machines don’t take notes so take coins or a bank card. We paid cash to the car park attendant on site when we arrived and parked in a different spot to the day hikers car park.

Travel & Transport | Trolltunga Hike From Bergen Or Oslo

How to get to Trolltunga hike?

For how to get to get to Trolltunga via public transport, there are buses from Bergen that take above 3 hours to Odda and from Odda you can either take a shuttle bus to Skjeggedal. If you are staying in Odda check with your place of accommodation if the shuttle bus picks up from your hotel or campsite. I have also provided extensive detail in this post on how to get to Trolltunga.

What is the closest/nearest airport to Trolltunga?

Trolltunga is located in the town of Skjeggeda, about 7km from Odda. Hikers and visitors typically stay in Odda or use this larger town as a base before embarking on the 8-12 hour hike to Trolltunga. The nearest airport you likely would fly into is Bergen, a 3-hour drive from Odda. I have shared a post on our stay and exploration of Bergen in addition to our overnight camping in Odda.

Oslo to Trolltunga and Bergen To Trolltunga Travel

You can search for flight deals on Kayak, Momundo or Expedia. Our flights arrived in Norway via Bergen. I shared a post recently on what to see and do in Bergen if you have a bit of time to kill before starting off for your hike. From Bergen we rented a car, actually, we rented the car from the airport. I also shared some tips on car rentals in that post. We drove from Bergen to Odda. By the time we arrived in Odda is was early evening.

We had pre-booked at the campsite in Odda. There are local hotels and guest houses too. We camped overnight in beautiful Odda. I will share a post soon on this beautiful little town soon. In the morning made our way to Skejeggdal, the starting point of the hike. For more details on buses, travel by shuttle or if you are arriving via Voss, Geilo, Bergen or Oslo check out Trolltunga Active.

Are there hotels near the Trolltunga hike? (Accommodation near Trolltunga)

If you are looking for accommodation near Trolltunga, I would highly recommend booking early! I have shared and additional post on where to stay when hiking Trolltunga. We stayed at a campsite before we set off for our hike. If you want to stay at a hotel, guest house or rent an apartment you need to do that well in advance as there aren’t a lot of places nearby.

When we tried to book, a lot of places had already sold out that were nearby. Also bear in mind that there only about 5 places within 10mins of the starting point. The list hotels and guesthouse can be found here. Book early! Otherwise, your second option would be camping in Odda.

Where can you camping before your Trolltunga hike?

When heading to Norway for a hike to Trolltunga, you will most likely have to stop by Odda before heading to your Trolltunga hike. Odda is a beautiful little town and actually quite a few walking trails to ease you into the mother of trails in the region that is Trolltunga. In Norway, you can camp anywhere on public land but on this trip, I wasn’t about to start hunting out which spots I can and cannot camp on. I sought out to research on camping sites in Odda and we found one. Odda has ridiculously beautiful views that we decided to camp right on the edge of the lake. We camped at Odda Camping and left later on in the day to head to Skegjjedgal, the starting point of Trolltunga.

Trolltunga Camping – Is camping on the top of Trolltunga allowed?

Where can you camp on the Trolltunga hike trail? Is camping allowed on Trolltunga? If so, where? (Many of the questions I receive)

To address the above any more around, Trolltunga where to sleep, Trolltunga where to camp are just some of the questions most people want to know about. I searched and scoured the internet for the answer to this questions but could not find any details Trolltunga camping. Yes, you can camp anywhere on the trail, that is, apart from the last 3kms. People being people, they disobeyed the rule from what I could see with a few tents in the last 3km of the trail to Trolltunga hike. I don’t know the reasons why you are not allowed to camp in the last 3km of the trail, all I know is that there is no way I was going to be hiking all the way up to the top with all my camping gear on my back! Camping anywhere else one the trail is fine.

There isn’t a lot of shielding from the mountain winds as most parts on the Trolltunga trail are flat. It gets really windy and cold at night so layers and thermals are your BFF!(see what to pack here.) Pack accordingly. Apparently, they tend to have quite a few rescues on the trail and we had quite a few helicopters fly past at night in what we hoped would be a quiet and serene place to chill. I put that down to helicopters flying in for rescues. You don’t want that to be you, so pay attention to the warnings and pack all or some of the items above if you are planning to spend the night.

As far as camping is concerned on our hike to the Troll’s tongue, we found a spot to pitch our tent on the Trolltunga trail. Once we pitched our tent, got some food going and chilled out with a little wine and a view – it was a birthday celebration after all- we had a great time! The views were breathtaking.

It was the first time I spent such quality time up a mountain. It was after we chilled out that we decided that in the morning we would leave our tent as-is and continue the hike with just food, camera, first aid, torch and all the smaller necessities. Once we finished our hike, on the way down, at the 4KM point we found our tent and took it down to finish the last leg of the hike. We weren’t the only ones with this idea, a few people left their tents on the trail.

If you want to camp at the top of Trolltunga just bear in mind that you will have to lag all your equipment 11km up the trail and back down again. If you are hoping to do an overnight stay I would highly recommend at least pitching your tent maybe half way up. the trail.

What To Pack For Trolltunga Hike And Norway

Trolltunga day hike Vs Trolltunga overnight hike

For the Trolltunga day hike, you have to be on the trail nice and early. The latest time recommended to start is 8 am, in the summer months when it gets dark later in the day I think you can push this until 9 or 10 am. Just bear in mind that you definitely do not want to do the last 1km in the dark. Some spots are steep and challenging even in daytime. When you pack your equipment be sure to pack a torch regardless whether you are a day or overnight hiker. For the overnight hike, we started off late in the afternoon.

Again, make sure you don’t set off when it’s dark as you need decent visibility for the 1km up the start of Trolltunga trail. If the car park is full at the top then you need to factor in the bus ride up to the start of the trail. If you start off after the bus running times end then you will either have to face adding 2-4km of walking to the starting point of Trolltunga trail or face canceling your hike for the next day.

If I had to do it over again I would still go for the Overnight hike as I like the camping in nature side of it and the views were out of this world amazing without a whole host of people on the trail. One thing to add is that if you are going for the overnight hike then that is an addition of camping equipment you have to carry with you on an already hard hike.

What to pack for Trolltunga hike: Trolltunga packing list

Tent
Water bottle
Thermals
Spare clothes
First aid kit
Comfortable hiking/walking shoes
You can check out my detailed post with tips on what to pack for Norway as well as what to pack for the Trolltunga Hike. Everything around Trolltunga what to bring, Trolltunga what to wear, are all questions I answer in more detail in that post. The post details packing for a day hike and one for camping Trolltunga.

Tips on hiking and more equipment:

More can tips and equipment can be found in my previous post on hiking in Snowdonia or my post on what to pack for Trolltunga and Norway.

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Our Experience Hiking Norway’s Famous Trolltunga Trail

April 26, 2017 by admin 3 Comments

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Having done the drive from Bergen to Trolltunga I thought I would provide a couple of sights for anyone wishing to hike Trolltunga. A hike to Trolltunga in Norway should be on every outdoor lover’s list. Last week I shared with you a post on a weekend in Bergen,a beautiful city in Norway that is surrounded by 7 mountains. Our trip to Norway late last year was a trip to celebrate my boyfriend’s birthday. It was not going to be an easy trip by a long shot.

This was going to be an adventure-filled weekend that included hiking to Trolltunga in Norway’s Hordaland region. The previous year we had spent his birthday hiking in Snowdonia so I was determined to top the next one. I researched and toiled over how I was going to plan this trip as a surprise. In fact, he only knew we were going to be heading to Norway and hiking to Trolltunga about 2 weeks before our trip. What he also didn’t know that I had Trolltunga on my bucket list for a while now, as he is into the outdoors as well it was a win-win.

We didn’t really need to buy much equipment for this trip as we have done similar trips before. The only difficulty was finding out how we were going to get to Trolltunga having arrived in Norway Via Bergen. I had down tonnes of research and decided car rental gave us the freedom to move as and when we wanted. I have had quite a few road trips around the world now that I am starting to prefer this mode of transportation when I travel. For more on road trips, you can check out posts on Namibia, Zambia, Spain, Wales, Iceland and many parts of England via the destinations page.

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HOW TO GET TO FROM BERGEN TO TROLLTUNGA

We rented a car in Bergen and drove out to Odda, which is about 3 hours away by road and ferry rides across Norwegian fjords. Passing beautiful waterfalls, lakes and mountain vistas. Norway is truly beautiful! I had heard so much about how expensive it is but actually, didn’t seem any different from London. It wasn’t any more expensive than London in my opinion.

Our hike to Trolltunga was done in two parts. When we arrived in Odda we booked a camping spot in advance at a campsite in Odda and then set off to drive to Skjeggedal the following day, where the hike to Trolltunga starts. There are two car parks there. One right at the start of the trail and the other about a mile or two down the winding roads. We parked in the first car park as the spaces on the top car park had run out. We left the car there overnight and got the bus to the top car park where the 11km Trolltunga hiking trail begins. From here it is an arduous and steep 1km up the trail before the trail began to stabilize.

It was as challenging as I had imagined and then some! As we chose to do the hike in 2 parts we hiked about 4.5km before deciding to stop and pitch our tent. I should also state that we started our hike around 4pm. By the time we stopped to pitch a tent on the trail to Trolltunga, it was about 7.30pm. On the way up a lot of people who were hiking for the day were now heading back down. The trail up was muddy as the heavy rain days before made some parts almost unpassable. This is one of the reasons why you have to be well equipped when hiking such a trail. I did see people in trainers and flip-flops at some point.

They were slipping and sliding all over the place risking injury. Going down was almost as challenging as the hike up. People on the trail are friendly and cheer you own as you walk the trail. As hard as the hike was the views more than made up for it. We didn’t have a guide or anything. The trail is easily marked. I was actually worried about this before we hiked but there were plenty of people on the trail and signage was clearly visible.

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CAMPING ON TROLLTUNGA TRAIL

We camped overnight and then in the morning started our hike to complete the trail. The rest of the tail wasn’t so bad. It was a gradual include in most places. The first 1km is as bad as most people have said in posts I read. They used to have a funicular for this part but that was shut down a long time ago. They still have the tracks which people used to walk on but for safety reasons that is now sealed off and the first few steps removed to deter people from using it. You will pass beautiful lakes and will be above clouds in some spots. You will have nothing but beautiful mountains to look at. Social media will be far from your media. It is such a good feeling to be outdoors and be surrounded by such beauty. Truly breathtaking!

With each signpost marker with a ‘T’ you would get a sense of relief that you were walking in the right direction. With each marker sign showing how many KM you had down, you had a little mental countdown to how many more KM you still had to do. It took a couple of hours to get get to the summit. It was such a relief to be able to get to the end after all the walking we did. The crowds gathered around the edge of the cliffs. Some brought out their drones, there were a whole lot of selfies being taken. I then spotted the queue to walk on Trolltunga. You have to climb down a few metal bars. The queue was about 30 minutes long to get to the front. After all that walking I was not going to leave without getting to sit on the edge of Trolltunga or the tongue as its sometimes referred to.

The Trolltunga hike is challenging but all so exhilarating, so I thought I would split the post on Trolltunga into a couple of posts where I share tips and answer some of the questions I had when I was researching. I will be sharing another post this weekend with tips and a guild to hiking to Trolltunga. I will also be answering questions that you might have if you are thinking of hiking to Trolltunga. Until then I hope you enjoy the views below.

TROLLTUNGA – WHERE TO STAY IN

As I mentioned above that we stayed at a campsite before we set off for our hike. If you want to stay at a hotel, guest house or rent an apartment you need to do that well in advance as there aren’t a lot of places nearby. When we tried to book, a lot of places had already sold out that was nearby. Also, bear in mind that there only about 5 places within 10mins of the starting point. The list hotels and guesthouse can be found here.Book early! Otherwise, your second option would be camping in Odda.

For more information on what to expect on the hike before, during and after and help with planning on what to pack I answer a lot of questions on a guide to hiking Trolltunga. As always you are more than welcome to email me or leave your questions in the comments below.

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How To Get To Seljavallalaug Pool In Iceland – Iceland’s Geothermal Pool In The Mountains

November 27, 2016 by admin 24 Comments

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Visiting Seljavallalaug Pool In Iceland

Seljavallalaug Pool in Iceland is a hidden swimming pool in the mountains and an absoluteis a must see! Below I will be sharing how to get to Seljavallalaug Pool. The Land of Fire and Ice and has many hidden gems that it’s so hard to pick a favourite, among waterfalls, hot spring pools and glaciers. All I know is while planning the trip to Iceland, I knew that there was no way I wanted to leave without finding the Iceland hidden pool in the mountains, namely Seljavallaug pool or Seljavallalaug Pool or Seljavellir Pool as known by locals.

Seljavallalaug swimming pool was built in 1923 and may just be Iceland’s oldest swimming pool. It was used to teach swimming to many Icelanders, but now so many Iceland hot spring thermal pools have sprung up in and around Iceland, but Seljavallaug pool remains one of the most popular geothermal pool in the country and is mainly frequented by tourists. Those that can actually find the hidden pool in the mountains.

Having read that a few people failed to find it, I was a little anxious about not being able to find it and leaving Iceland without swimming it. Finding Seljavallaug pool was actually not that hard. It really was a matter of preparation and research as to what to look out for in terms of the road signs.

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When we arrived for our swim it was just after 10pm, in the summer, days are long so it doesn’t get dark until about 1am. We had been out exploring and wanted to end out the day of exploring with a visit to the popular Iceland thermal pool that brings many from around the world to take a dip.

Clouds were low, it was raining lightly but the temperature in Seljavallalaug pool was such a treat for the wet and mildly cold day. As cold droplets fell from the sky you would dip your entire body in the pool and suddenly you were nice and toasty from the warmth of the famous Iceland hot spring thermal pool filled with water from the hot spring nearby.

It’s built right on the rocks. The floor of the 82-foot-long pool is covered in slippery algae, which makes standing or walking in the pool rather difficult at times. The weird sensation of the slippery algae is quickly overshadowed by the calming and relaxing feeling, a result from the beautiful and tranquil scenery of cascading waterfalls, and mountains views that surround the pool and it’s all free! Iceland is expensive but there are many sights around the country that are free.

The expense comes in when you talk about getting to them and where to stay in Iceland.This hidden gem is filled with hot spring what from Eyjafjallajokull. If that name looks familiar is because that’s the name of the volcano that erupted in 2010 and sent all the flights in Europe and around the world into a tailspin as the ash cloud from the Eyjafjallajokull volcano caused flights to be cancelled due to safety.

Also, blame that volcano for a lot of changes in travel insurance coverage too as insurance companies added a clause about cancellations due to natural disasters. Eyjafjallajokull volcano is now covered by an ice cap. Seljavallalaug thermal pool is now a protected site and maintained by volunteers who clean the pool a handful of times a year to ensure it’s free from the ice after winter as well as cleaning the algae from the floor of the pool from time to time.

What to pack for a visit to Seljavallalaug Pool:

There are no other facilities on site by Iceland’s popular Seljavallalaug Pool on a mountainside. Bring your swimsuit obviously. Pack a light towel and some flip-flops. Depending on the season you come, it can sometimes be cold. I have seen some people bring woolly hats into the pool, which are perfect if you are just chilling in the pool and want to keep your head warm while the whole body is dipped in warm water.

Also, pack some snacks, drinks or water as there are no shops or any facilities. Pack some head torches, especially if coming here during the winter months when it gets dark early in the day. There are no lights in the changing rooms or in the surrounding area so you will walk back in darkest if you don’t come prepared, which is not recommended. Also, ensure you come with warm clothes to change into as well as waterproof women’s/men’s jackets too.

The weather in Iceland can change dramatically with not so much warning. We took these pictures in the summer! Some of the terrains can also be slippery, especially when it’s been raining so wear suitable walking shoes. You can find men’s and ladies here.

Seljavallalaug Pool Cost?

It’s Free!!! There is no charge to use Seljavallalaug Pool. No entrance fee required.

Seljavallalaug Pool Opening Hours

Seljavallalaug Pool is open to the public 24/7 but just make sure you bring suitable clothing and torches if heading there int the evening.

Iceland Geothermal Pools Dress Code & Etiquette – Are there changing rooms at Seljavallalaug Pool?

Before I could attempt to embrace my inner diva and demand my dressing room be bathed in natural light and filled with fresh and fragrant flowers, I was presented with changing rooms that are more basic than BASIC! Yes, there are changing rooms but they are basically concrete walls to protect your modesty and that’s about it!

Also, not designated by the sex, so people can randomly walk in and change in whichever one is available. The good thing is, people are respectful and do give you an opportunity to change in private if they find you in an already compromised position. There are no showers on site or toilets to try answer nature’s call before coming to the pool. The changing rooms by the Seljavallalaug swimming pool is at one end of the pool and simply provide some privacy to change into swimsuits.

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Iceland Tours That Include Seljavallalaug pool visit:

You might not have the option of doing the self-drive tour and locating the hot spring pool yourself. The option is for a guided tour There aren’t that many tours that include Seljavallalaug pool in Iceland. When I was researching I couldn’t find any until I got back.You can hop on an Iceland guided tour that covers the South coast waterfalls, the famous plane wreck in Sólheimsandur, Sólheimajökull glacier hiking and bathing in Seljavallalaug swimming pool.

Also, check out Get Your Guide which has a lot of tours in and around Iceland that suita many budgets as well as how long you might be in Iceland. This is a 14-hour tour covering a good chunk of Iceland highlights without you having to plan a thing.

Perfect for those with limited time in Iceland. If you have to say 2 days, you can spend a day in Reykjavik and see the Hallgrímskirkja church, Harpa and other cool things in the city and then do a day on the tour or if you had just one day in Iceland then this tour comes a lot.

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The 15-minute hike to Seljavallalaug swimming pool –

Pat yourself on the back once you find the car park but once parked you still have to locate the Seljavallalaug swimming pool. Having prepared with a lot of research and mental images stored in my head about what the surrounding looked like I knew to look out for the cascading waterfalls.

Once you see those you know you are in the right place. The walk from the car park to the swimming pool is about 15-20 minutes. The trail is somewhat obvious and easy to follow. Just walk in the direction of the waterfalls. During heavy rainfall, you may find that the river next to the pool can look a bit rough so take care not walk too close as the current looked quite powerful.

If you are lucky you may also be in good company by way of a lovely dog that is usually walking around here from the nearby farms. I am scared shitless of dogs but this is one friendly pup that will guide to or from the pool depending on the direction you are walking in. It walked us back to the car park. Barking along as if to direct us on the path to walk.

How to get to Seljavallalaug Pool| Directions For Driving To Seljavallalaug Pool

Google is a little sketchy in these parts so you will have to do a little research in terms of that names of the road to look out for and signage. Exploring the Ring Road is by way of road 1.

If you are driving from Reykjavik you will drive towards the direction of Vik but once you get to Porvaldseyri(Icelandic Eruption exhibition), drive a little further and look out for signs for Seljavellir (pool) which lead you to road 242 marked by Raufarfell. The road takes you all the way to the parking spot, which is not clearly marked but will be quite obvious.

There is a small farm and a couple of houses just near the parking spot. Once you park your car, you will notice you are in a deep valley with a river running right by it. The trail isn’t far from the car park. A few minutes into your walk you will see the changing rooms peaking out.

The pool is right at the bottom of the changing rooms.If the directions above still leave you lost and google maps isn’t helping then try the Seljavallalaug coordinates: 63.5656° N, 19.6076° W

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Iceland Diamond Beach – Visiting Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon In Iceland’s

November 9, 2016 by admin 1 Comment

Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon Boat Tours | Visiting Iceland's Glacier Lagoon

Visiting Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon was among top things I wanted to do in Iceland. There is plenty to do in Iceland that its unbelievable that this little island country has so much packed in. From beautiful waterfalls, moss covered lava fall, hidden hot spring pools in the mountain to many more.

There were so many things that I wanted to see in Iceland that it is actually had to pinpoint what my favourite part was after we had been skidded around the ring road. What I can say though, was that seeing Iceland’s Diamond Beach was up there on the list of must-sees! Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon is just a sight.

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I don’t know about you but it’s not every day you get to see such sights. Your eyes and your brain do a constant double takes as if to ask if they are experiencing what the eyes and brain as seeing and all the emotions that are entangled with what’s before them. Taking in the sights may not be enough for some, you can also opt for the Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon boat tour. If you are thinking of doing a drive from Reykjavik to Jokulsarlon then you may have to rethink that unless you are planning on ignoring all the sights on the way or spending a good day on the road.

Sheets of ice like you have never seen before.

We visited in July and for the most part, the weather was great in Reykjavik and most of the journey on the Ring road. We had a little bit of rain here and there but it was mostly dry. Driving through winding roads with waterfalls streaming from mountain tops, one lane bridges that allow passage from the greedy Atlantic that looks to reclaim land whenever weather permits and in the land of fire and Ice there is never much warning as to when the weather will shift.

Low hanging clouds that arrive as if by magic, creating an eerie scene so mystical that you slow down not only due to lack of visibility but so you can slowly take it all in and enjoy what is rather odd but wonder experience. I am sure you have heard of the crazy weather in the UK but Iceland is on its own scale.

If you come prepared for all sorts of weather, you will not only not mind the constant changes but probably won’t take too much notice as you will just set out to enjoy the delightful visuals that are in store for you. That’s providing you pack clothes suitable for not only Iceland but the visit to Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon or even more so if you decide to do the glacier lagoon boat tour but they do give you suits too.

As you are approaching Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon it suddenly looks and feels so cold and there is ice EVERYWHERE! Endless pieces, chunks, all dancing about in the water as the little boats cruise people from the shoreline to up close and personal with the icebergs on the glacier lagoon.

You suddenly understand why this little island is called Iceland. The beauty of visiting in the summer(evening though the pictures don’t look like it), is that you can come here in the evening and you will still be able to see much of the sights. I believe we arrived around 7pm or 8pm when I took these pictures.

Shops Near The Site and Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon Tours

There is also only one small cafe on site, which also closes by 7pm so be sure to bring a flash with some warm tea or coffee and the temperature drops without warning.

Our visit was self-guided as we hired a campervan in Reykjavik but if you are not renting a car while in Iceland, you can check out tours with Get Your Guide as well as Viator as well as the Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon tour boats available on site. These range from glacier walking to Golden Circle day tours.

Aside from exploring much of the area on foot, you also have access to Glacier Lagoon cruise that take you around the lagoon to get close to the icebergs. You also spot a couple of seals in the distance. You are free to roam the surrounding area at your own leisure as there are no gates or entrance fees other than paying for the boat ride.

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The drive from Reykjavik to Jokulsarlon would take you at least 4.5 hours without stops. Bear in mind that you have the Geysir, Seljalalandsfoss, Skogafoss, Seljalandsfoss, Gullfoss and many others all before you get to the lagoon so doing that drive and back takes some effort. It’s best to break it up in two days. We explored the ring road and slept at a camping site in our campervan at Seljalandsfoss.

What To Pack For A visit To Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon

I will be sharing a detailed post on what to pack for a trip to Iceland but as you can see this is what summer tends to look like in this part of Iceland on some occasion. So dress warm and wear suitable shoes.

Diamonds on the beach!

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I shared a detailed post with tips on where to stay in Reykjavik as well as tips on where to stay in Vik. For more check out places to stay in Iceland beyond those places here.

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Why You Need To Visit Dorset In England | A Sunrise On Man Of War Cove

October 11, 2016 by admin 1 Comment

Sometimes we get so busy trying to get away from it all, that we never consider to venture off to what is near by as a refuge from all the woes adult life brings. Living in the UK, train journeys always seem so expensive when compared to enticing travel deals to neighbouring European destinations that are dangled in front of you like candy, by the likes of RyanAir. Hello Copenhagen! Or even Warsaw. These are just some of the destinations you can visit for about £10 one-way.

Compare that to a one-way train ticket at £30 in the UK. Yeah, my guest would be that you would be going for the European destination but don’t let these deals stop you from visiting amazing and scene destinations hidden in the realms of the English country side. One such destination is Dorset. Steeped in historical charm that will have you lost in day-dreams one minute and the next captivated by tales of how the coves, caves and sandy beaches provided opportunities for Hawkhursto gangs of the 18th century to smuggle goods ashore.

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Dorset is also the first place in the UK recorded to have had the first raids by Vikings on the British Isles. The Romans also conquered Dorset’s indigenous Celtic tribe. This is also the place where Saxons settled and divided Dorset into small counties in the 7th century. It appears the beauty of the land was a magnet, not surprising as the whole of Dorset county has now been designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Three-quarters of its coastline is now part of the Jurassic Coast due to its geological and paleontological significance. With all that in mind why wouldn’t you want to visit?

Our visit to Dorset was going to see us visit Lulworth Cove, Durdle Door, which is right next to Old Man Of War and a few random places that are we knew in the area but didn’t want to nail down to an itinerary, but rather just visit as time permitted on the route.

Exploring Dorset Coastline

Exploring this part of England also needed be expensive, although that depends on your style of travel. On this occasion we kept costs down by camping at the YHA in Dorset. Although if you prefer a proper bed you can book in advance as they to fill up pretty quickly. The same for the bed and breakfasts in the area as there aren’t that many. Right next to Old Man of War is a holiday camp as well which you can rent cabins or bring your own camper or RV.

We drove from London to Dorset, which is about 2.5 hours. You can also rent a car from London(airport pick ups tend to be cheaper), which sometimes works out more cost effect than taking the train, as the car also gives you the freedom to explore surrounding areas with ease because bus services in rural countryside towns aren’t usually frequent.

When you do visit Dorset be sure to include a rise at Old Man Of War. There is something about starting the day with seeing the darkness melt away and make way for a light to bring on hopes for new beginnings. Below are some of the pictures we took before being bathed in the glow of the sun as we waited for day to break.

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GOR | How To Get The Best Views Of The 12 Apostles A With Helicopter Tour

October 3, 2016 by admin Leave a Comment

Great Ocean Road Helicopter Tour Over The 12 Apostles

I would bet money that anyone visiting Australia has a Great Ocean Road touron their list, among seeing places like the Great Barrier Reef, Uluru, Opera House and even Bondi Beach. Knowing that I was going to be flying to Melbourne aftervisiting in Sydney, I knew that my visit was not going to be complete without a riding through Australia’s most famous coastal road. While GOR is famous in its own right, the sights along the way also play a part in why people are drawn to it.

The Great Ocean Road winds and bends for 243 kilometers along the Southern Ocean, from Geelong to Portland. While driving this beautiful and scenic coastal stretch, you bear witness to Victoria’s dramatic coastline, iconic surf breaks, waterfalls, cute furry animals like the koala bears, kangaroos in additional to the most famous sights of them all; The 12 Apostles! I share a post with scenes from the Great Ocean Road tour in another post on the blog.

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GOR | How To Get The Best Views Of The 12 Apostles A With Helicopter Tour

The 12 Apostles are beautiful rock stacks that rise from the Southern Ocean creating a dramatic scene on Australia’s coastline. They are located 275 kilometers west of Melbourne. Our drive started about 7am in the morning with an estimated drive of 4 hours with a couple of stops along the way for surfing lessons for those booked on it, stops at the GOR arch, viewpoints, lighthouse, Loch Ard Gorge, lunch and the 12 Apostles. The 12 Apostles rock stacks have been created through the constant erosion of the limestone rock cliffs, which began some 10-20 million years ago.

In Christian theology, the apostles, particularly the Twelve Apostles, were the primary historical disciples of Jesus and central figures in Christianity. With regards to Australia famous twelve, what most people do not know is that Australia’s 12 Apostles were never actually 12. Yep, what we now know as the 12 Apostles was firstly actually known as Sow and Piglets until 1922, but of course that didn’t quite roll off the tongue. They were soon renamed The Apostles for tourism purposes, then eventually known as the 12 Apostles. This is despite only ever having 9 rock stacks. With the constant erosion, we are also losing them as they crumble into the ocean so you might want to set your eyes on them before they all disappear.

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There is so much to see and do on Great Ocean Road, check out the Explore Great Ocean Road for more inspiration. Seeing the 12 Apostle at eye level was fantastic from the viewing gallery, but even better seen from bird’s eye view. The tour of Great Ocean Road including the various stops and lunch was $99AUS, I added an additional $99AUS for a 15-minute helicopter ride. I will be sharing tips on how to find tours and how to pick one offering a great deal.

The helicopter ride goes by quickly but well worth the views. I would highly recommend it if you can add it to the expense. You also have the option to leave from Melbourne on a helicopter but the option is not cheap. You can check out the helicopter tour options here.

I booked in advance when I booked the tour, but I believe you can also book on the day if not booked in advance. They keep your belongings behind the counter as every weight counts on board the helicopter. You are asked for your weight as well as being weighed on the massive scale that you stand on as they take your details down at the counter. Below is a video of the Helicopter ride and pictures taken from above.

If you like it, please be sure to share it. As always, if you have questions about the tour please comment in the section below and I will try and answer when I can. You can also check out day trip tours onGet Your Guideand Viator.

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We passed some beautiful scenery along the way. I would love to re-do this trip as I met a couple of people who were doing Great Ocean Road tour on a much slower pace. I picked a couple of places to stay along the way making use of camping, Airbnb, guesthouses, hotels, and hostels.

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