Summer activities in Skåbu

Gråhø is one of our fantastic local trips starting from the hotel. You can choose to make the trip a summit hike or a round trip. The terrain is easy and the mountains are hospitable. The view and the setting of mountains in every direction from Rondane to Jotunheimen and Galdhøpiggen is spectacular and meditative. The Skåbu mountains deliver the ultimate nature experience.

The hike to Sikkilsdalshø is at least as spectacular as Besseggen (but without the crowds). From Skåbu mountain hotel you can cycle or drive to Sikkilsdalsseter. From here, the hike to the summit of Sikkilsdalshø is well signposted with cairns and red DNT 'T's all the way to the top. We call the hike to Sikkilsdalshø our 'private Besseggen hike'". From the top, you have a stunning view of Besseggen, Gjendesheim, Gjendevatnet and many mountain peaks in the national parks Rondane, Dovre, Jotunheimen and Langsua. If you have the time and energy, you can continue on to Besseggen or other nearby peaks.

You can rent e-bikes at www.skabusykkelsafari.no. Skåbu offers easily accessible cycling for all levels, from challenging trail cycling to easier cycling options. One of our favourites is the spectacular Mjølkevegen road into Jotunheimen over to Bygdin or Valdresflye. Stop at the picnic area at Kvålsetra to enjoy a meal before taking a short walk up to the falcon trap (approx. 1 km).

You can also go rafting in Sjoa, take a guided tour of Lykkja Fjellgard farm, where you can feed our friendly pigs, enjoy a dining experience in the hotel's mountain restaurant, Skadir, go fishing, take guided paddling trip and barbecue local food, or rent a canoe. You can also take a refreshing dip in Olstappen or Slangen, enjoy a lovely summer day on the sun terrace of the hotel and let your mind wander and leave your worries behind with some precious alone time.