Packing List For Your Adventure

By Luca Spak Jenbergsen
Published on 2025-12-24 (Last modified: 2026-01-09)

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Summer Trips

 

Kvenna River Expedition + Wilderness Paddle and Hike

  • Backpack (around 80L+) Can be rented

  • Sleeping pad (comfortable enough for 7 nights) Can be rented

  • Sleeping bag (rated for mountain summer temperatures) Can be rented

  • Dry bags or waterproof liners for packing. Can be rented

  • High hiking boots (water-resistant)

  • Camp shoes or sandals

  • Wool hiking socks (several pairs)

  • Base layers (merino wool or synthetic, no cotton)

  • Mid-layer (fleece or light down/synthetic jacket)

  • Waterproof shell jacket and pants (wind/rain protection)

  • Hat, buff or neck gaiter, gloves (plus an extra pair)

  • Sunglasses and sunscreen

  • Headlamp with spare batteries

  • Toiletries (toothbrush, biodegradable soap, wet wipes, small towel)

  • Water bottle or hydration system

  • Snacks and energy food for the trail/paddling

  • Camera or phone + power bank

  • Personal first aid kit (your own essentials, even though guides carry one)

  • Passport/ID, health card, and any personal medications

 

 

Winter Trips

 

Base Equipment

  • Thermal base layers (top and bottom)

  • Mid-layer fleece or wool sweater

  • Insulated winter jacket (down or synthetic)

  • Waterproof and windproof outer shell (jacket and pants)

  • Warm winter trousers (insulated or lined)

  • Winter gloves or mittens (plus a spare pair)

  • Warm hat or beanie

  • Neck gaiter, scarf, or buff

  • Thick wool socks

  • High, sturdy winter boots with good grip

  • Thermal flask for hot drinks

 

 

Hardangervidda Winter Expedition

  • Lightweight camp shoes or insulated booties for use in camp

  • Large backpack (recommended 80 L or larger) Can be rented

  • Sleeping bag rated for winter conditions (minimum –18°C) Can be rented

  • Sleeping mat suitable for winter conditions Can be rented

  • Extra thermal base layers

  • Extra wool socks (2–3 pairs)

  • Additional insulating layer (e.g. an extra down jacket)

  • Personal hygiene items for multi-day travel

 

 

Winter Wilderness Camp

  • Backpack (minimum 50 L) Can be rented

  • Sleeping bag rated for winter conditions (minimum –18°C) Can be rented

  • Sleeping mat (reindeer skins will be provided) Can be rented

  • Lightweight camp shoes or warm socks for evenings at camp (optional)

  • Extra wool socks (2-3 pairs)

 

 

Ice Climbing

  • 2+ pairs of lightweight gloves suitable for climbing (no mittens) 

  • Warm hat (fits under helmet)

  • Wool socks

  • Thermal base and mid layer (wool or synthetic)

  • Shell jacket and pants (Gore-Tex or similar)

  • Warm jacket (down or synthetic)

  • Small backpack (25–45 L)

  • Thermos with a hot drink

  • Lunch and snacks for the day

 

 

 

Rentals

 

We offer rental of essential equipment for our trips. Reduced prices apply for guests who have booked a trip with Rjukan Adventure.
For guests without a booking, double rental prices apply. 

⚠️ All prices are listed per day and exclude VAT.

Prices - Customers with a booked trip

  • Boots: 150NOK
  • Crampons: 100NOK
  • Tools: 150NOK
  • Harness: 100NOK
  • Helmet: 50NOK
  • Ice Climbing Full Set: 550NOK
  • Sleeping Bag (Winter): 400NOK
  • Sleeping Bag (Summer): 200NOK
  • Sleeping Mat (Summer): 100NOK
  • Sleeping Mat (Winter): 200NOK
  • Backpack (50 - 80L+): 100NOK

 

Important rental information

All rental gear must be pre-booked.

Please contact us as soon as possible if you wish to rent equipment, either through our chat or at info@rjukanadventure.no.

When contacting us, please make sure to include:

  • Which items you would like to rent

  • Your shoe size (if renting boots)

This helps us ensure that the correct equipment is available for you.