What you need depends on the season and the tour. Here’s a general guide – we’ll also send specific recommendations when you book.
Footwear: Sturdy, closed-toe shoes with grip. Walking boots or trail shoes are ideal. Sandals, heels, and smooth-soled trainers are not suitable for forest tours.
Layers: Norwegian weather changes quickly. Wear layers you can add or remove rather than one heavy item.
Water: Bring at least 0.5 litres. More on longer tours.
Daypack: A small backpack for water, snacks, and a spare layer.
Temperatures on the trails can drop to −15°C. The key is layers, not bulk.
Base layer: Wool or synthetic thermal top and bottoms. Avoid cotton – it stays wet and cold.
Mid layer: Fleece or wool jumper.
Outer layer: Windproof, waterproof jacket and trousers. A ski jacket works well.
Boots: Warm, waterproof boots with ankle support. Insulated hiking boots or winter boots.
Hands and head: Warm gloves or mittens, a hat that covers your ears, and a scarf or buff.
Extras: Hand warmers (optional), a spare pair of warm socks, a portable charger.
We provide: Snowshoes, ice spikes, torches (on torchlight walks), and hot drinks on selected tours. You don’t need to bring any specialist equipment – just dress warmly.
Expect 10–25°C on the trails, but rain can arrive without warning.
Clothing: Comfortable walking clothes. Quick-drying fabrics are better than cotton. Shorts are fine on warm days, but long trousers help on forest trails (brambles, nettles).
Rain layer: A lightweight waterproof jacket. Even on sunny mornings, afternoon showers are common.
Shoes: Trail shoes or walking boots with grip. Paths can be muddy and rocky, even in summer.
Swimwear: Some tours pass lakes and beaches – check the tour page.
Insect repellent: Useful in June and July, especially near lakes.
Snacks: We include food on some tours. Otherwise, a light snack is a good idea for longer walks.
Sun protection: Sunscreen and sunglasses. The sun is stronger than you’d expect, even on overcast days.
City tours are on paved streets. The requirements are lighter, but comfortable shoes still matter.
Shoes: Comfortable walking shoes. You’ll be on your feet for 2–3 hours.
Weather layer: A waterproof jacket in any season. In winter, dress as you would for a cold day outdoors – the tour doesn’t go inside.
Water: A small bottle.
Oslo’s weather can change several times in a day. A morning of sunshine can turn into afternoon rain and back again. Layers and a waterproof jacket are your best bet, regardless of the forecast.
We run tours in rain, wind, and snow – and some of the most memorable walks happen in weather that looks unpromising from a hotel window. If conditions become genuinely unsafe, we’ll contact you to reschedule.