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Åselidalen
Valley is a beautiful valley carved out by glaciers some hundreds of thousands of years ago. Crystal clear mountain lakes and waterfalls surrounded by peaks is what you’ll find today. Starting from Bodø, the valley is a perfect place for a moderate hiking day trip in Northern Norway.
Bodø is known for excellent hiking options, its diverse landscape and the easy access to the mountainsides. If you’re a hiking enthusiast, you should add the area to your bucket list.
The Hidden Valley: The Børvasstindane mountain range contains the signature mountains of Bodø. Åselidalen – “The Hidden Valley” – cuts into the mountains between the mountain ridges Åselitindan and Falkflågtindan.
Peaks: The valley is surrounded by jagged peaks, all over 1,000 metres above sea level. Two of them, PerKalsa and Børtind, are favourites among the locals.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Adult pricing applies to all participants.
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
A maximum of 15 people per booking.
Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
What To Expect
Åselidalen is a beautiful valley carved out by glaciers some hundreds of thousands of years ago. Crystal clear mountain lakes and waterfalls surrounded by peaks is what you’ll find today. Starting from Bodø, the valley is a perfect place for a moderate hiking day trip in Northern Norway. The Hidden Valley: The Børvasstindane mountain range contains the signature mountains of Bodø. Åselidalen – “The Hidden Valley” – cuts into the mountains between the mountain ridges Åselitindan and Falkflågtindan. Peaks: The valley is surrounded by jagged peaks, all over 1,000 metres above sea level. Two of them, PerKalsa and Børtind, are favourites among the locals heading for a steep day hike.
Options
Hiking Day Trip in Bodo, The Hidden Valley
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Local guide
Hotel/port drop-off
Driver/guide
All activities
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup
Pickup points
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
22 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Beautiful Bodo hike
U7629WCtiml,Jun 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00our guide was excellent and the choice of locations to hike perfect.
Great hike
janaluisaj,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a really nice hiking trip in good atmosphere. The guide provided a lot of information and was really nice! The area is beautiful with a great view over the mountains. We were even able to see some snow (in summer). All in all a great recommendation when you're in Bodø.
An unforgettable experience with Ivar – Highly recommended!
gianfrocca,Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were a group of 6 friends visiting Bodø for a short trip, and spending the day with Ivar was the highlight. He organized a perfect private tour for us, taking us to Saltstraumen and expertly adapting the itinerary based on the weather conditions to ensure we had the best possible experience. Ivar is professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly kind. He even went the extra mile by driving us to the airport on Wednesday morning, which we appreciated so much. If you are looking for a genuine and worry-free Arctic experience, look no further. Thank you, Ivar! (Lorenzo & the JCVC Group)
Hiking near Bodo
Dplk2tvl,Sep 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great hike. It was beautiful! Ivar was a good guide - chatted with us and shared info with us about area. I recommend this hike.
Great valley experience
Curiosity22354338413,Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ivar was a great guide, he explains the landscapes around the valley. He also took me to a beautiful beach on the way back that was amazing! Thank you very much ivar for the great experience.
A beautiful and unforgettable day in Åselidalen!
szume,Jul 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything was very well organized, and it was a big relief not having to worry about planning the route or transport. Our guide was super friendly, knowledgeable, and shared a lot of interesting facts about the area, which made the experience even more special.If you're in the area and want to explore some stunning Norwegian nature in a relaxed and safe way, I can absolutely recommend this hike!
All I can say after the hike is "Noice"
michaelcO9671JS,Jun 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A must do if you have a pit stop in Bodo. The initial journey to the hidden valley starts off the bar high with expansive mountain views and if the timing is right awesome angles of the Saltstraumen. The actual hike into the hidden valley isn't too difficult but highly recommend good enclosed boot like hiking shoes, some terrain can be boggy. The final vantage point of the hike is breathtaking, but to be honest the whole trek is jaw dropping. If you make good time, Ivar seems to have quite the luck with finding reindeer and moose for an amazing close up and memorable end to the tour.
A Magical Hike in Hidding Valley, Bodø
U646SPjulianam,May 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a wonderful experience hiking in Hidding Valley. The guide was incredibly kind, approachable, and easy to talk to, which made the whole trip feel relaxed and enjoyable. This hike is perfect for beginners – not too demanding, yet still rewarding. The views were absolutely magical, with breathtaking scenery all around. I highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Bodø and looking for a peaceful, scenic outdoor adventure. The pictures were taken but Ivar, guide and photographer, he shared with me, which was very kind and I really love them!
Made the most of our day
Elenia C,Feb 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was the second tour we did with Ivar in our trip and it was absolutely amazing. Ivar offered us the option to follow the tour 100% or do a tailored version to get hiking and sightseeing around Bodo. The weather was amazing and he helped us made the most of it. He is so accommodating and relax. He shared a spot he goes to with his family and took us there. He stop so we talked to locals. He Took beautiful pictures of our trip. Not only that, he shared tips of where to go without him and he just nailed it. He considers your needs and gives you recommendations. If I come back to Bodo I will absolutely come back to Ivar.
Good memories.
alexandervV478CK,Nov 1, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip was great. Ivar (the tour guide) and I went up in the valley. It was raining, hailing and we were greeted by a rainbow. Pretty amazing experience.
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