De reis: Dovrefjell
A rugged mountain area of broad valleys, tundra and high plateaus, shaped by wind, water and time — and one of the last homes of the musk ox in Europe.
Hosted by Nature's Playground
- Where
- Dovrefjell-Sunndalsfjella National Park, central Norway
- How long
- 6 days
- Group
- 4–12 people
- Languages
- Dutch, English
The experience
In the heart of Norway lies Dovrefjell-Sunndalsfjella National Park: a rugged mountain area of broad valleys, tundra and high plateaus, shaped by wind, water and time. One of the last habitats of the ancient musk ox in Europe, which has roamed freely here since the last ice age.
We trek for several days on foot through this massif, from hut to hut, through valleys and over mountain passes. Sometimes in a mountain hut, sometimes with a tent in the middle of the landscape. A place where nature is grand and the days are simple.
While walking, space arises. For conversation, for silence, for wonder. We bring an exercise or question that helps you pause and consider what is going on. That can be something concrete, or precisely something that has no words yet.
Who this is for
Said plainly, so you can rule it out as easily as rule it in.
- You feel drawn to the north, to the grandeur of nature and to days determined by walking, eating and rest
- You are open to simplicity: living out of a backpack, sleeping in huts or tents, being on the road together
- You are at a crossroads and want something that really shakes something loose
What's included
Included
- A 90-minute intake
- A one-day preparation session in the Netherlands
- A hut-to-hut trek through Dovrefjell-Sunndalsfjella National Park
- Nights in mountain huts and sometimes in tents
- A one-day session in the Netherlands after returning
Meet your host
Nature's Playground
5 years running experiences
Niels Thijssen and Alexander “Ali” Gerritse take individuals, teams and organisations into the wild so that they come home, in their own words, “essentially different”. Their working idea is awe — the moment nature is so much bigger than your own story that the mind briefly falls silent and perspective shifts. Programmes run from a single day in Dutch woodland up to four-month trajectories built around an expedition in Italy, South Africa, Norway or Slovakia, and they also run a free monthly Community Hike.
Why you can trust this listing
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- Your money is held by NatureTreats and released to the host 3 days after the experience ends.
Practical details
Including the cancellation terms — visible before you book, not buried at checkout.
Meeting point
Not published. The trajectory opens in the Netherlands; travel to Norway is arranged with the group.
What to bring
Broken-in walking boots Warm layers and a waterproof shell — mountain weather turns quickly A daypack of 30–35 litres Water bottle, sun protection and a head torch
Accessibility
A good basic level of fitness is required: you walk several days in a row through mountainous terrain and carry your own basic equipment.
Cancellation — Moderate
Full refund up to 30 days before the start date.
- More than 30 days before: 100% refund.
- More than 14 days before: 50% refund.
- Inside the last window: 0% refund.