25-30 June 2024

Early Bird Prices from £950 including accommodation, all meals & activities

(excludes international & local transport, prices will increase from 1 Jan 2024)

Lakes, Fjords and Forests

A paddle boarding, wild swimming and hiking adventure in Norway - we’ll live together in community, deep in the forest, sharing magical adventures on both a physical and soul level.

Come join this once in a lifetime soul-led wild experience in the heart of Norway. We’ll live together in community, deep in the forest, held by Mother Nature. We’ll enjoy gentle lake paddles, hikes and wild swims. All our meals will be cooked over an open fire at various locations from the forest to the lakeside to hilltops overlooking the water. We’ll take you on a wondrous journey of connecting deeply with yourself, each other and nature, expertly and intuitively guiding you so you feel held and supported at all times.

We’ll be tucked away in our own forest hideaway deep in the forest, close to Trondheim. Held quite literally by the tall pine trees and in a space complete with campfire circle space, swinging hammocks with epic views and a variety of gorgeous chill out areas.

With easy and gentle walking trails right on our doorstep, a fresh water lake perfect for morning and sunset paddles just 800m from camp. Guaranteed to be Pure Bliss.

This experience will centre the feminine energy, we’ll align ourselves with nature and fall in step with her gentle rhythm - we will neither rush, nor fill every moment - this experience will be a slow and delicious re-awakening of your soul through the magical power of gentle adventure, nature and deep connection to yourself and to each other. Read on for the full details and to secure your place.

  • Hosted & Held

    Your hosts are sister duo Camilla & Maria, both experienced nature facilitators and retreat hosts with a British and Norwegian heritage and a deep connection to Norway in all her glory. The pair live by the Norwegian ethos of “friluftsliv” – spending time in the wild for nourishment and spiritual growth, caring for our physical and mental wellbeing. The pair will gently guide the group throughout the experience.

    It is this connection to the Norwegian land and the magical, mystical powers of the universe that we’ll share with you.

  • Ceremony & Circles

    Through ritual and ceremony you will be warmly welcomed into this amazing space, nestled in the heart of a Norwegian woodland. Together with fellow guests, you are invited to fully land in this magical place, disconnecting from home-with each day you’ll feel the rest of the world melt away and experience the true power of circle for deep relaxation, connection to self, each other and the land.

    You will be gently taken on a guided journey of discovery and invited back to yourself and your sense of wonder and play.

  • Adventure & Awe

    The land here is full of wisdom, wonder and awe. You’ll feel so held by the nurturing embrace of the trees and plant life, with the sky and stars as our canopy overhead and the luscious mountains, sparkling lakes and fjord line as our jaw dropping backdrop. Nothing could be more inspiring than being fully surrounded and held by Mother Nature herself as we go on this journey together.

    We’ll enjoy gentle paddles, swims and hikes. We’ll wake with qi-gong and guided meditation and be lulled to sleep by the rhythm of the land.

  • Rewild & Revive

    We will work with the energies of the group, intuitively feeling into what is needed day by day. We’ll create an experience that takes you on a guided journey to rewild your soul, reconnecting with your inner adventurer and shining a light on the hidden parts of yourself that society has forced into the dark. Now is the time to fully embrace who you truly are and know every part of you is welcome.

    Leave feeling revived, recharged and ready for life. With new friends firmly by your side cheering and encouraging you at every step.

A Taste of Your Time

  • Arrival Day

    Arrival is on Tuesday 25 June - check in from 3pm. Your SUP & Soul and Treetop Ekne hosts will be on hand to co-ordinate and help you travel to our location. We will co-ordinate this once we have all guest arrival times and locations. You’ll then have time to familiarise yourself with your space before our welcome dinner.

  • Community & Connection

    This experience is all about living in community, deepening our connection to self and each other and aligning with the rhythm of nature. We’ll cook together, eat together and keep camp together. We’ll have creative art, music and dance workshops, circle and ceremony, crystal and oracle card workshops and so much more.

  • Paddle Boarding

    We have a moutain lake 800m from our camp where we can enjoy relaxing paddles, practice and hone our SUP skills, and generally have some fun. We’ll then head out for a sea paddle adventure with our local SUP guide and host, Katrine. You’ll need your own insurance to join the paddling. Safety gear is provided. Wetsuits available on request.

  • Our Time Together

    We will be taking you on a fully guided journey - designing each day around you and with the intention of helping you to disconnect, land in the space and reconnect. We’ll go with the flow, working with the energies of the group (and the weather!). This time is yours - join as much or as little as you need. There is no pressure.

  • Forest Qigong & Yoga

    To help connect in with the energies of both the universe and ourselves, and because we like to support the local community, we’ll welcome in local instructors to lead us for qigong and yoga throughout the experience. There’s nothing quite like qigong and yoga practice deep in the forest with the tall pines keeping us protected and feeling safe.

  • Food & Refreshments

    Meals will mostly be prepared and cooked by our local team - a family run caterer and an independent chef who specialises in cooking over an open fire. For some meals we’ll come together to prepare and cook as a community. We’ll use a mix of traditional foods and fresh, in-season ingredients. Please ensure to tell us of dietary needs and allergies at the time of booking.

  • Guided SUP Meditation

    Guided SUP Meditation

  • Midnight Paddles

    Midnight Paddles

  • Fjord Paddle Adventure

  • Fireside Cookout

    Fireside cookout

  • Forest Hiking

    Forest Hiking

  • Dinner Spot with a View

    Dinner Spot with a View

  • Forest Yoga

    Forest Yoga

  • Forest Qigong

    Forest Qigong

  • Lakeside Cookout

    Lakeside Cookout

  • Wild Swimming

    Wild Swimming

  • Gentle Forest Hike

    Gentle Forest Hike

  • Cacao Ceremony

    Cacao Ceremony

Accommodation Options

Hovering Camp with Tree Tents
5 Tents Available - Sleeps 1-2 Per Tent

  • Prices from £950

    Although tents are suitable for double occupancy we will quote for single occupancy.

    If you’re looking to share a tent with a travel companion there is a reduced price available - use the quote request form to enquire about this.

    Generally only suitable for those travelling together, as it’s quite an intimate experience.

    Each tent either has a forest or a lakeside view. Whichever you choose you’ll feel completely held by Mother Nature!

  • Bedding and towels are included in the cost of your trip - mattress, duvet, pillow and sheets. Please advise if you have allergies to feathers or any other materials.

  • For those sleeping in the tree tents there is access to a shared outside toilet with cold water only.

    Hot showers are not available on-site but we will have an electric shower head that can be used with a bucket of water - which is super refreshing and invigorating!

    There is also the fresh water lake available for bathing in.

  • Those sleeping in tents have access to a shared area with tables and benches plus access to a campfire for heating water, cooking and staying warm as the sun goes down.

    We will have access to a cool box to store any extra food in and utensils for outdoor cooking.

  • There are 5 tree tents available - either for single or double occupancy so just let us know in your registration form if you’re travelling as a pair. It’s rather an intimate experience - we recommend sharing with someone you’re comfortable with in a small space.

Hotel Trollskog (aka glamping yurt)
1 Double or 2 Single Beds Available

  • Prices from £950

    The price depends on your sleeping preferences and is a per person price for twin occupancy - sleeping in single beds. Use the quote request form to enquire so we can tailor your quote.

  • Bedding and towels are included in the cost of your trip - mattress, duvet, pillow and sheets. Please advise if you have allergies to feathers or any other materials.

  • For those sleeping in the glamping tent there is access to a shared outside toilet with cold water only.

    Hot showers are not available on-site but we will have an electric shower head that can be used with a bucket of water - which is super refreshing and invigorating!

    There is also the fresh water lake available for bathing in.

  • The glamping tent comes with table and benches and access to a campfire for heating water, cooking and staying warm as the sun goes down.

    There is access to a cool box to store any extra food and utensils for outdoor cooking.

  • There is one Glamping tent available, suitable for sleeping two people - either in a double or two single beds.

Berget Cabin - Lake & Fjord views
3 Double Beds Available (3 people)

  • Prices from £950

    Prices will be quoted based on 1 person sleeping in a double bed.

    If you’re travelling with someone it is possible to share a bed - use the quote request form to request a tailored quote.

  • Bedding and towels are included in the cost of your trip - mattress, duvet, pillow and sheets.

    Please advise if you have allergies to feathers or any other materials.

  • This cabin has its own kitchen with a small wood stove (also good for heating the cabin) and fridge plus a small selection of cooking utensils, crockery and cutlery.

  • Each cabin has its own private bio toilet (form of compost toilet) and a sink for washing with water supplied - there is no plumbing, instead a water storage system that is filled regularly.

  • This cabin has its own balcony overlooking the lake and fjord with an outdoor mattress area, hammock and extension to the kitchen.

    There is also an outdoor firepit and seating.

Forest Cabin - Lake & Fjord views
2 Double Beds Available (2 people)

  • Prices from £950

    Our price quotes are based on 1 person sleeping in a double bed.

    If you’re travelling with someone it is possible to share a bed - use the quote request form to request a tailored quote.

  • Bedding and towels are included in the cost of your trip - mattress, duvet, pillow and sheets.

    Please advise if you have allergies to feathers or any other materials.

  • Each cabin has its own private bio toilet (form of compost toilet) and a sink for washing with water supplied - there is no plumbing, just a water storage system that is regularly filled.

  • This cabin has its own kitchen with a small wood stove (also good for heating the cabin) and fridge plus a small selection of cooking utensils, crockery and cutlery.

  • This cabin has its own balcony with seating and a hammock, there is a fire pit which can also be used for cooking as well as evening heat while the sun is lower in the sky - it never quite sets during the summer in Norway!

Accommodation & Activity Gallery

  • Shared Outdoor Area

  • Group Dining Area

  • Tree Tent

  • Glamping Outside Area

  • Glamping Indoors (twin / double)

  • Camping & Glamping Outdoor Toilet

  • Forest Cabin Entrance

  • Forest Cabin

  • Forest Cabin

  • Forest Cabin Terrace

  • Berget Cabin

  • Berget Cabin

  • Berget Cabin

  • Berget Cabin

  • Berget Cabin

  • Berget Cabin

 FAQs

  • DEPOSIT

    A 30% non-refundable deposit is required to secure your place. After submitting your enquiry we will share a tailored quote along with our terms and conditions and details for how to pay.

    PAYMENT

    Full payment must be made by 1 May 2024 to fully secure your place. Full terms and conditions will be supplied along with a tailored quote.

    HOW TO PAY

    After registering your interest we will send a tailored quote based on your preferences. Booking and payment instructions will be supplied at this point - your place is not secured until a deposit is received. Once deposit payment is received you will be sent a booking confirmation email with a copy of our terms and conditions. Payment of the deposit will be considered acceptance of our terms and conditions.

    CANCELLATION & REFUNDS

    Cancellation is possible with a 70% refund if made before 1 May 2024. After this date there will be no refund offered for cancellation.

    TRAVEL INSURANCE

    Please ensure to secure suitable travel insurance that covers you for our various activities (before your departure) - if Covid has taught us anything it’s that we should always be prepared!

  • NEAREST AIRPORT

    Trondheim Airport is the nearest airport to Ekne (our location). It is approx 30 min drive.

    If you cannot find direct flights to Trondheim the other option is to fly via a connecting city e.g. Oslo (Norway), Amsterdam (Netherlands), London (UK). There may well be others.

    There are regular connecting flights from Oslo with the below airlines:

    Scandinavian Airlines https://www.flysas.com/gb-en/

    Norwegian https://www.norwegian.com/

    TRAIN

    You can take a train from Oslo to Trondheim Airport (and see the wonderful sights of the country en route) - it’s nearly 7 hours, one way tickets are approx £75.

    From there you’ll need to get a connecting train to Åsen (approx 20 mins). We will then arrange to collect you from there by car or taxi.

    Norway Trains

    https://www.norwaytrains.com/oslo-to-trondheim.html

  • EXTENDING YOUR TRIP

    You might even want to extend your trip while you’re over in Norway and take in some other sights!

    Trondheim city itself is worth a visit. My hometown Ålesund is also very beautiful (yes, I’m a little bias!) and both Bergen and Oslo are great cities to explore too.

    As all Norwegian cities they’re small, the houses are colourful, the sea is never far away and you’re almost always close to nature.

    Check out Visit Norway for more info/ideas.

    https://www.visitnorway.com/

    DRIVING

    Driving in Norway is super easy (they drive on the right) and of course car hire is always a great idea - you could always pick up a car from Trondheim and drop it at another airport.

    Budget Car Hire
    https://www.budget.no/
    https://allways.no/

    • The prices shown above are for accommodation, all activities and all meals.

      NB: Local and international transport is not included.

    • International travel to Norway

    • Domestic travel to Trondheim

    • Local transfers to the retreat location - we can help to co-ordinate this and arrange car shares where possible.

    • Personal travel insurance - it is a requirement that each guest has their own travel insurance. A copy of your travel insurance will be requested prior to arrival.

  • The weather in Norway is completely unpredictable - much like the UK and northern Europe. It could be cloudy and raining one minute and then clear up and the sun shines the next minute.

    Average temperatures in June are 18-20° Celsius.

    It’s all about clothing - if you have the right clothes you’ll be prepared for anything.

    Bring a hat, a rain jacket, warm socks for nighttime and a choice of lighter clothing to layer up in and you’ll be just fine!

  • If you’d like to join the paddling activities then ideally you’ll have already learned how to paddle board before joining us and will have at least 4 hours of paddling under your belt. If this is an issue let us know and we can help recommend schools and independent instructors across the UK - potentially Europe and further afield too.

  • That’s absolutely fine - you can totally take it easy, do as little or as much as you like and join in whatever takes your fancy. I will need a min of 8 ppl for the husky activity though so if you don’t want to join please advise at the time of booking.

  • Items to bring to make your stay fantastic:

    Lightweight wet weather gear

  • We are aiming for a maximum capacity of 10 places but there are more places available - ideally we’d like to ensure a cosy, intimate vibe so will cap it at 12 maximum. This is a women only experience, one that also welcomes people who identify as women and are comfortable in a space that centres the feminine energy.

  • You can choose to come on your own but as you’ll likely already know me (Cami) then you’ll have at least one friend on the trip and by the end of the trip I’m pretty sure you’ll have at least 12 more! I will make it my duty to ensure we have time to get to know each other as well as down time away from the group for reenergising.

  • You can get sports activities included in your travel insurance - just make sure that SUP and hiking are both included in your cover! I will be asking you to verify you have this insurance before joining any of the activities.

  • This is an alcohol free experience, we kindly ask that all guests honour this. This is to protect the needs of the group as a whole. Anyone who is found to be consuming alcohol will be kindly asked to stop. It is up to the discretion of the SUP & Soul team whether continued participation in the experience is accepted.

Our Location

Full address: Eknesvegen 475 7624, Levanger, Norway

Trondheim Airport, Værnes is the nearest airport. From here it is about a 30-minute drive by car from the camp.

Ronglan train station is the nearest stop and is about 5km from the camp. Alternatively, Skogn train terminal can be used, from there it is about 10 km to the camp.

 

Hello, I’m Camilla - your Norway host

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