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Rampen
Rampen team in action by the mountains in Bodø, Nordland

Rampen · Bodø · Nordland

We're from the north - and we know the terrain.

Rampen at a glance

2021
Founded
20+
Team members
Year-round
Operating
Rampen team in action by the mountains in Bodø, Nordland

Our story

Rampen was built by people who grew up with the mountains, the fjord and the northern lights right outside the door. You'll feel it on every trip we take you on.

We are based at the Adventure Hub in Sjøgata 41 in central Bodø and run year-round - not just in season. Our guides come from rescue services, fire and ambulance, climbing instruction and outdoor education. That mix is no coincidence: it's why safety is built into every trip from the start, not bolted on afterwards.

We keep groups small so every guest gets real attention. You're not a number on a schedule - you're someone we want to bring back with a story to tell.

Our philosophy

We adapt our trips to nature - not the other way around.

We're locally owned and operated - building the destination.

We build safety in - so you can let yourself go.

Our team

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Portrait of Vegard Skar, CEO of Rampen

Vegard Skar

CEO

Vegard Skar is the CEO of Rampen. With an eye for detail and a heart for nature, he is deeply committed to making sure both staff and guests experience Bodø's spectacular landscape through unique and fun activities for everyone.

Vegard@rampen.com
Portrait of Aurora Strachan, Head of Sales & Marketing at Rampen

Aurora Strachan

Head of Sales & Marketing

As Head of Sales & Marketing at Rampen, Aurora is a true Bodø enthusiast who makes sure every guest is well looked after. With long experience in sales and marketing, she is passionate about creating unforgettable nature experiences on land and on water.

Aurora@rampen.com
Portrait of Svein Inge Sjøbu, Lead Adventure Guide - Land at Rampen

Svein Inge Sjøbu

Lead Adventure Guide - Land

Svein Inge Sjøbu is a Lead Adventure Guide with extensive experience in safety and emergency response linked to rescue services. He is passionate about active outdoor life year-round and makes sure our guests feel safe while enjoying a truly unique experience.

Svein.inge@rampen.com
Portrait of Esten Skullerud, Lead Adventure Guide - Water at Rampen

Esten Skullerud

Lead Adventure Guide - Water

Esten is Rampen's Lead Adventure Guide and brings extensive experience as a RIB skipper and as a guide on paddle craft. He is not only an expert on the water but also a true outdoorsman - an avid hiker in the mountains around Bodø and a certified DNT guide. With his captivating storytelling, you always learn something new on a trip with Esten.

Esten@rampen.com

Our guides

Our guides bring backgrounds from rescue services, fire and ambulance, climbing instruction and outdoor education. Together they know Bodø, Saltstraumen, Bratten and the mountains of Salten the way only people who've grown up here can.

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    Krisztian Karlsen

    Krisztian Karlsen is an experienced guide with a background as a paramedic and a deep passion for the outdoors. He ensures safe and memorable experiences, with strong knowledge of the mountains and years of guiding behind him.

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    Emil Dybfest Johannesen

    Emil Johannesen studies nursing and is an experienced climber and skier. With his experience and calm presence, he gives every visitor to Rampen a memorable trip.

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    Elisabeth Nilsen

    Elisabeth Nilsen is an outdoor and climbing enthusiast who works at an outdoor kindergarten. She is passionate about great outdoor experiences in all weather, for people of all ages.

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    Tom-Roger Olsen

    Tom-Roger Olsen works daily at Salten Brann (fire & rescue) and is also a climbing instructor. With safety and a genuine love for climbing, he gives guests a fantastic nature and climbing experience on our via ferrata.

  • EJ

    Elise Juul Johnsen

    Elise Juul Johnsen is an active climber who works at an outdoor kindergarten. With long experience in creating great outdoor experiences and her good humour, she gives you a memorable trip with Rampen.

  • EJ

    Einar Johan Hestvik

    Einar is an avid climber and cyclist who loves being outdoors in any weather. Experienced with groups large and small, he gives a sense of safety to everyone who visits Rampen.

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    Emil-André Andersen

    Emil-André works as a paramedic and studies nursing. He also has long experience from volunteer rescue services and is a versatile outdoor enthusiast who will give you a fantastic trip with Rampen.

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    Benjamin Strøm

    Benjamin has climbed at Rampen many times to produce photos and video, and had so much fun that he joined the team as a guide. With good humour and a steady hand, he ensures a memorable and safe trip for everyone who wants to take on the heights.

Contact us

We look forward to helping you plan your next adventure. Whether you have questions, want to book a tour or need more information - we are here for you.

Rampen AS · Org. no. 928 047 466

Opening hours

Monday – Friday, 10:00 – 16:00