The advantage with the activities in and around Haukeliseter is that most of them can be linked to the concept of wilderness activities and so there is a real focus on the great outdoors. Organised activities mean that there is a leader who plan and run the activity following a detailed, but flexible program. This is often the case with corporate arrangements, social gatherings or our packages. When it comes to independent travellers and people visiting on their own you are free to choose from a range of activities. During the summer the possibilities close by the mountain station are endless. You will find waters rich in fish, exciting flora and fauna, old routes with historic interests, boat and kayaking as well as the latest addition to Haukeliseter’s summer experience; Life in the mountain chalet.

 

Life in the traditional mountain chalet/pasture
Haukeliseter used to be a traditional mountain chalet where the farm animals were brought to graze in the summer. There used to be cows, pigs, goats and horses grazing on the surrounding mountain pastures, but this activity has since long ended. The only encounter we and our guests used to have with farm animals was when the large hoards of goats from the still existing chalets came visiting looking for food and company. They still come around, but now they have company from Haukeliseter’s own farm animals.

In the large open area between the main building and the stable there are horses grazing during the summer months. They are here on “summer holiday” to get away from the demands of the lowland areas. At Haukeliseter they are allowed to do more or less as they wish and they can relax in the fresh mountain air.

In Haukeliseter’s large pig field you can find our three sows and they do what pigs do best; they eat a lot and often, relax in the sun and play with each other and anyone coming to see them. If you visit them, please do not feed them. They are on a special diet of meatballs, peas and traditional norwegian sour cream porridge and believe us: they get more than enough.



Seaplane Sightseeing
Towards the end of the summer and during the autumn there is a flying society called “Fonnafly” based at Hukelifjell and Haukeliseter is used as the base for both air taxi, sightseeing and air transport to more remote hunting areas. The planes are mainly used for transporting hunters, but they can be booked for sightseeing over the largest Norwegian national park. For more information please contact the reception or Fonnafly directly on +47 5348 0322 or visit their website here

Climbing wall
On the north side of the Sauna you will find Haukeliseter’s own climbing wall which is great fun for both adults and children. All climbing is undertaken at your own risk so please be careful.

Skiing in the summer
Folgefonna ski centre is situated in Jondal, about 2,5 hours drive from Haukeliseter. The centre is open every day from 9am until 4pm throughout the summer. For more information please contact Folgefonna directly on +47 5366 8028 or visit their website by clicking here.

Drive along ancient historic routes
Should you come here by car and have plenty of time on your hand we would recommend that you drive along the small, old, twisty routes that wind their way up the mountains. They were built long before the modern European roads and you will be able to enjoy fantastic, unspoilt mountain scenery, but please drive carefully - the roads are very narrow.




Trekking options when the mountains are free from snow; spring, summer and autumn
The highest peaks around Haukeliseter are never completely free from snow and should you opt to trek up to 1600- 1700 meters above sea level you have to be prepared for snowy conditions in places. This is a reminder of the fact that the civilisation down in the valleys is far away. There are, however, plenty of trekking options that do not involve any snow for those who prefer that.




Fishing
There are plenty of excellent opportunities for trying your hand at fishing around Haukeliseter. Hardangervidda is described as one large fishing Eldorado. The different fishing areas are described in a fishing guide available in the reception. It is free to fish for anyone under the age of 16 and fishing licenses for adults are available in the reception. For more information please contact the reception.




Hunting
There are several good areas for hunting around Haukeliseter and the hunting seasons start between 10^th September and 21^st September. In some areas you are allowed to hunt with dogs. You need to have a valid hunting license and you can purchase a specific permission to hunt in the area at the reception. For more information please contact the reception.