Explore
"I didn't know I loved my planet so much"
- Siri 20
The great journey:
You can't actually get a higher contrast!
From futuristic skyscrapers one day,
to meet indigenous people in the world's most untouched rainforest the other...
Our adventure starts in Kuala Lumpur which is an explosion of experiences!
Vibrant city life, temples, caves, jungle and street food all in the same city
Onward to Singapore!
Here we encounter again extreme contrast:
Hypermodern architecture, technology and pace – side by side with green parks, urban jungles and sustainable solutions.
Singapore becomes a living classroom :
How can people live close together – and still think green?
What can the world learn from a city that has chosen sustainability as its strategy?
The last part of the trip goes to Borneo, the world's third largest island, yet so undiscovered! We will explore what the jungle hides and what ancient secrets it holds.
Borneo, a paradise for nature enthusiasts!
Discover the largest untamed jungle in the world
Step into the home of Pygmy Elephants and Orangutans
See the fascinating life beneath the ocean surface.
Borneo's rainforest is among the world's oldest, and everything here feels bigger, wilder and more intense.
Orange orangutans swing between the trees, proboscis monkeys hop along the riverbanks, and colorful birds and butterflies fill the air. Every day offers new encounters with wildlife you've only seen in documentaries before.
Experiences on the trip:
This is the journey for those who want to experience something real. Something that leaves a mark. A trip to the rainforest in Borneo is a wealth of experiences , silence and closeness to nature.
- Experience futuristic Singapore!
- Experience magical Kuala Lumpur!
- Explore untouched and adventurous Borneo!
- Climb Mount Kinabalu (4095m) Raw views!
- Via ferrata on Kinabalu - One of the world's highest
- Rafting
- Canyoning - Rappelling down waterfalls
- Kayaking in the mangrove forest - lots of wildlife along the river
- Jungle trekking
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Night safari in the jungle
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Cave Expeditions - Huge Caves (Indiana Jones-style adventure)
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Visiting indigenous people
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Dining experiences
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Visit and help at animal rehabilitation centers
- Snorkeling
- World-class go-karts, close to the Formula 1 track
- ATV
- Street food challenge
At school:
Our school is known for its activity and the joy of movement! We are perfectly located to take you on lots of exciting new challenges
Do you want to try new things and enjoy a stable climate?
with lots of snow in winter,
then this is the school for you
Our beautiful fjords and mighty mountains!
Between steep mountains and deep blue fjords you will find a unique adventure!
Feel the splash of mighty waterfalls cascading down the mountainside.
Watch the sunlight dance on the water as you paddle through the Geirangerfjord.
Feel the adrenaline pumping on the edge of Trolltunga or Trollveggen.
The opportunities are many in our beautiful Norway!
Our unique wilderness and wildlife!
From the majestic peaks of Jotunheimen to the endless expanses of Valdresflya or Hardangervidda. We will pack our bags and lace up our mountain boots, to find peace and feel the freedom in the clear mountain air.
We will hike among reindeer, cross rushing rivers and wake up to an enchanting silence in the tent camp.
We will explore deep forests and hidden gorges, and end a memorable day around the campfire, together...
Diversity of activities
At our school you will meet many like-minded people. Here we are all keen to try new activities and learn a lot of new things. You will meet young adults who are committed and who have the same interests as you. Best of all, you are guaranteed to gain new hobbies, knowledge and friends that you will take with you for life!
ApplyIt's okay to have fun on a trip!
enjoy both good food,
beautiful, calm nature
and late nights with new friends
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Finance and costs
Board and lodging
NOK 92,950
Board/lodging covers housing and food during the time the school is open.
Common costs
NOK 17,000
Electives, group trips, equipment rental, the same for all programs
Line costs
NOK 60,000
Covers everything on the trips for this line
How to finance your school year?
Some people think that folk high schools are expensive, but it is significantly cheaper to live in a boarding house at a folk high school than to live in a dormitory and pay for your own food. See the calculation example below:
School costs per month (9) (board, lodging, all travel and activities) NOK 18,883.
- Support from the Loan Fund per month (9) (stipend level for 26-27) Kr. 16169,-
You must cover yourself per month Kr. 918,-
More information
We have gathered all practical information about finances, insurance and other important things on one common page. On the Loan Fund's website you can also find more information and apply for support.