The Original

High Coast Hike – The Original is just as it sounds: the original hike that has been celebrated by hikers from all over the world for more than ten years.

What sets the Original apart from the Wanderlust distance is that we hike slightly longer distances but, on the other hand, get to experience more of the unique nature of the High Coast.

Most participants arrive on Wednesday to join the pre-evening activities, and the adventure concludes on Saturday evening with an after-hike gathering in the Outdoor Village.

Highlights:

• Hike through the World Heritage Site
• The great atmosphere
• Courses & seminars
• Time for relaxation

Wednesday:
Check-in & Pre-evening Activities (Optional)

Thursday:
Buses to the starting point and a hike of approximately 16 km to the communal night camp where Woolpower hosts a workshop.

Friday:
Hike of approximately 12 km to the communal night camp.

• Opportunity for an extra experience tour up Gyltberget where Naturkompaniet holds a lecture.

Saturday:
Hike of approximately 10 km

• Opportunity for an extra experience tour up Getsvedjeberget. Finish at the top of Skuleberget followed by After-Hike in the Outdoor Village.

Sunday:
Personal experiences in the High Coast.

For a more detailed description of the hike:

• Experience the World Heritage Site »

For a more detailed program and schedule:

• High Coast Hike Program »

In the registration fee for The Original, the following are included:

– Outdoor Collective T-Shirt
– Bus transport from the Outdoor Village
– Seven meals of freeze-dried outdoor food
– Map of the hike
– Seminar with Woolpower and Naturkompaniet
– Admission to the After-Hike
– Free tent spot in the Outdoor Village from Saturday to Sunday. 

It’s important that you bring mandatory equipment, which includes – clothing, backpack, tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, and camping stove, as well as additional items for your safety.

You should also bring snacks, coffee, tea, and other beverages. Water is available in nature.

More information:
Mandatory Equipment >>

We hike 10 – 16 kilometers per day, with the first day being the longest stretch. On day two, there’s an opportunity to take a shortcut – you miss out on beautiful views, but, on the other hand, you get to hike without elevation gain as day two starts with a hike up to a viewpoint.

If you experience challenges with your knees, back, or shoulders, you can also get assistance in transporting some of your gear back to the Outdoor Village on day three, allowing you to hike with a lighter pack on the last day.

We do everything to ensure that you have the best opportunity to enjoy the magnificent nature and the great camaraderie – but much depends on how well you’ve prepared.

If you feel uncertain, an alternative could be to register for Wanderlust. While The Original has ”shortcuts” that you can take if you’re feeling a bit tired, Wanderlust offers ”explorer rounds,” allowing you to add loops if you’re feeling energetic.

During the over 10 years we’ve been organizing the High Coast Hike, few individuals have had to interrupt their hike. But it can happen.

Often, it’s because they haven’t properly packed their backpack with the gear they’re bringing or haven’t prepared their bodies by hiking with a backpack. For others, it may be an old injury resurfacing.

Regardless of the reason, the result is often sore shoulders, back, or knees, making it tough to complete The Original.

However, we do everything we can to help you continue participating in the adventure:

1. We suggest shortcuts that allow you to miss some of the views but take it a bit easier.
2. In some places, we can assist in transporting parts of your gear. This is possible at Entré Syd and at the second night camp.
3. You’ll receive transportation back to the Outdoor Village where you can set up camp and receive suggestions for personal tours before meeting up with the rest of the group on day 3.
4. You’ll receive transportation back to the Outdoor Village where you can relax and prepare for the After-Hike.

Our goal is for you to still have a great experience, even if things don’t go exactly as planned this time.

The High Coast Hike attracts adventurers and leisure hikers from all over the world. From experienced hikers to curious beginners. Solo hikers to groups of friends, couples, and families.