Musk ox Safari in Dovrefjell National Park from Oppdal

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Highlights

  • Moderate guided hike through Dovrefjell National Park

  • Fantastic views and photo ops as you travel

  • Learn about local flora and fauna

Summary

Meet your guide and group in Oppdal in the morning, then drive independently to the start of the hike at the entrance to Dovrefjell National Park. Bring extra layers of clothing to accommodate the changing weather, as well as your own lunch. Follow your guide on the park's trails, keeping an eye out for mountain grouse and reindeer. Enjoy the peace and quiet and the spectacular scenery, punctuated by your guide's commentary on the local flora and fauna. You'll head for the best possible spots to see the musk ox, planned in advance by your guide. These huge animals may first appear as brown rocks—until they move. Learn about the animals' biology and behavior while getting as close as safety allows for great photos.

Tour info

Duration
7 hours
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Why take this tour?

Visit Dovrefjell National Park in search of the elusive Norwegian musk ox on this hiking tour. You can the trail navigation to your guide, focusing your attention on the the park's alpine scenery. You’ll hear about the native flora and fauna as you walk. Your guide knows exactly where and how to spot these huge, docile beasts, giving you the best chance of seeing them in their natural habitat.

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What’s included?

  • Professional guide

  • Coffee and/or Tea

  • Food

  • Transportation

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 7h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

Infection Protection and Covid-19. We do our utmost to make it safe to visit us. We follow the rules and regulations from our national health authorities regarding the Covid-19 pandemic. We practice good hand hygiene and frequent use of antibac We keep at leat 1 meter distance to each other We stay home if we should feel sick We clean the equipment for rent between customers If we experience a situation where a guest or employee is suspected of being infected by Covid-19, we will follow the instructions by our health authorities.

Cancellation Policy

    All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
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Oppdal Safari - Day Tours

About operator:

Experience Norwegian mountain nature with us. We are situated between 3 national parks and we have hosted guests since 1951. If you want a guided activity we offer musk ox safari, moose safari, photo safari, hunting and fishing all year round. If you want an activity on your own we offer equipment rental of mountain bikes, canoes, snow shoes, and more. Welcome!

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