ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Is there an adventurer within you? Would you like to join the adventure of a lifetime through Namibia, Botswana and Zambia? This year, we will explore Norway and West Africa up close together, with thrilling activities and profound cultural encounters.
Helicopter ride over Victoria Falls, rafting in Sjoa, kiteboarding course in the winter, sandboarding, climbing, snow cave trip, fat biking on sand dunes, surfing, amazing race, downhill biking in Hafjell and much more. At Safari X, you will challenge yourself through a variety of different activities while exploring your passion.
Safari means journey, and together we will embark on the safari of a lifetime through three West African countries. From Livingstone and the majestic Victoria Falls in Zambia, we continue through the safari paradise of Botswana to Namibia with its long sandy beaches and the world's biggest sand dunes.
This journey has it all, from profound cultural encounters with the locals to close encounters with wild animals and stunning nature. We will visit non-profit organizations. Get to know local youth groups and try out a variety of adrenaline-filled activities such as skydiving, surfing, quad biking, sandboarding, helicopter rides, safari walks, rhinos, desert dunes, night safaris, fat biking and camping in the bush.
Are you ready for an adventure?
Valdres Folkehøgskole is located at the foot of Jotunheimen, which is a perfect starting point for exciting trips all year round. In the fall, we will try rafting, climbing, mountain biking, canyoning, paintball, fencing, glacier hiking, curling, mountaineering and solo days. We will learn about African culture and history, try exciting new food and learn African dances.
In the winter and spring, we will experience alpine and telemark skiing, snowboarding, kiteboarding, cross-country skiing, snow cave trips, amazing race and solidarity.
This is the program for you if you are not afraid to challenge yourself in thrilling activities in new environments, enjoy traveling, appreciate other cultures and hope to discover your inner adventurer!