Tailor-made ski holiday tour operator Ski Safari continues to expand its popular Norway programme, exclusively adding Oppdal for winter 2026/27. A resort long held in high regard by Norwegian and Swedish skiers, but almost entirely unknown to Brits, Oppdal offers some of the most accessible off-piste skiing in Scandinavia and is located just two hours from Trondheim.
Situated next to Dovrefjell-Sunndalsfjella National Park, guests will stay in Oppdal’s authentic Norwegian town, with the rare chance to see musk ox nearby and easy rail links to cities and other ski resorts.
Skiers and snowboarders can expect similar benefits to other Norwegian ski resorts: exceedingly high levels of service, family-friendly facilities, terrain for all abilities, snow-sure slopes and minimal lift queues.
Andy Hemingway, Ski Safari Norway Product Manager, has skied in Oppdal three times, including with his family and with colleagues. He’s confident this resort will be a hit with the UK market. He said: “Oppdal is the best-kept secret in skiing. It has some of Norway’s best off-piste and freeride terrain, and it’s all available directly from the lifts. And because so few people know about it, fresh snow can sit untouched for days. It’s also one of the best-value resorts we offer. Norwegian holidays are often associated with a higher cost, but this is often not the case in reality. Oppdal only proves that point further.”
Skiing in Norway: Exceptional off-piste terrain
If there’s one thing Oppdal is famous for, it’s the off-piste. While the resort flies under the radar internationally, it’s long been regarded by Norwegian and Swedish skiers as one of Scandinavia’s finest destinations for lift-served freeriding. Each of Oppdal’s four base areas offers off-piste skiing right alongside the pisted runs, with wide open bowls, powder fields and tree skiing accessible straight from the lifts. Norwegian freeriders and mountain guides train here regularly.
A huge advantage is how quiet the resort is. Even during Norwegian school holidays, powder remains untouched, and lift queues are minimal.
An authentic town next to a national park
Off the mountain, Oppdal is a genuine mountain town rather than a resort built for tourists. It sits next to the Dovrefjell-Sunndalsfjella National Park, one of Norway’s most scenic, so the setting is truly stunning. The accommodation is just a 5-minute free shuttle bus from the slopes, so guests get the full benefit of the town experience, featuring shopping, swimming, bowling and curling, while remaining just a short hop from world-class skiing.
Ski Safari offers two great value hotels. Guests can opt for a classic hotel stay at the 4* Quality Hotel Skifer, Oppdal’s premier option, with top-quality half-board meals served in the restaurant. Alternatively, the 3* Oppdal Gjestetun provides apartment-style rooms with kitchenettes for self-catering – and a buffet breakfast is included.
The only place in Norway to see musk ox
Musk ox are native to Oppdal’s neighbouring Dovrefjell-Sunndalsfjella National Park, creating a unique opportunity for guests to spot them. A guided musk ox safari is an optional add-on for Ski Safari customers, where guests can explore the national park and spot musk ox in their natural habitat. This safari also offers the chance to see reindeer, mountain grouse and other local wildlife.
Other non-ski activities in Oppdal include ice fishing, dog sledding, ice climbing and snow tubing.
Easily combinable with other ski resorts
The stunning Dovre Railway stops at both Oppdal and Kvitfjell on its way from Trondheim to Oslo, making it easy to turn an Oppdal ski holiday into a multi-resort ski safari. Hafjell is also just 45-minutes from Kvitfjell, meaning it’s an option for a day trip or to add a third resort stay to an itinerary. Both Kvitfjell and Hafjell have Winter Olympic heritage.
Even better, UK skiers and snowboarders can fly direct to either Oslo or Trondheim.
How much?
7 nights half board at the 4* Quality Hotel Skifer from £1,359pp based on 2 adults sharing a Double Room, departing January 2027. Price includes return flights to Trondheim and shared transfers.
7 nights half board at the 4* Quality Hotel Skifer from £1,059pp based on 2 adults and 2 children (under 12) sharing a Family Room, departing 27 December 2026. Price includes return flights to Trondheim and shared transfers.
7 nights B&B at the 3* Oppdal Gjestetun from £819pp based on 4 adults sharing a Family Room, departing January 2027. Price includes return flights to Trondheim and shared transfers.
7 nights B&B at the 3* Oppdal Gjestetun from £769pp based on 2 adults and 2 children (under 12) sharing a Family Room, departing 27 December 2026. Price includes return flights to Trondheim and shared transfers.
- Visit skisafari.com
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