An All-Inclusive LARP Vacation in a Medieval Fantasy World
A Week-Long Medieval Adventure
The Voyage goes to Hynafol! - November 8th - 16th, 2026. Become fully immersed in the setting as we live out our days in a medieval camp with one of many groups, discover the ever growing story , battle side by side with your House and allies, and celebrate your victories with live music, revelry and finish the evening around the campfire! This, and so much more, is The Voyage North. Don’t miss out on this opportunity, fill out the application today!
Live in a Medieval Village
Hynafol is your gateway into an unforgettable medieval fantasy role-playing adventure, set within the incredible Sherwood Forest Faire near Austin, Texas. This is not an empty field dressed up for a weekend. It is a living medieval village, filled with winding paths, wooden buildings, taverns, stages, market spaces, camps, banners, and gathering places that make the world feel real from the moment you arrive.
Across the site, you’ll find over 100 medieval buildings, a castle with a grand hall, and acres of immersive space for roleplay, celebration, camping, and adventure.
And while the world feels deeply immersive, your stay still includes modern comforts. Sherwood Forest Faire offers free flushing toilets, free unlimited hot water showers, and other practical amenities that make the experience welcoming, comfortable, and easy to enjoy. It is the best of both worlds: a fantasy village that feels like stepping into another age, with enough modern support to let you focus on the adventure.
Join a House, Make Friends, and Enter the Story
At Hynafol, you’ll step into a living medieval fantasy world inspired by Arthurian legend, where castles, taverns, medieval halls, forest paths, banners, music, and costumes all work together to make the setting feel real. This is not a show you simply watch. It is a world you enter, filled with quests to join, characters to meet, battles to fight, rumors to follow, and friendships to forge.
The story of Hynafol is shaped by great powers and ordinary adventurers alike. The Five Courts gather around legendary figures, rival ideals, and competing visions for the future of the realm. Kingdoms give the world its homelands, borders, politics, and wars. Houses offer players a place of belonging, from noble orders and mercenary bands to strange fellowships bound by oath, ambition, duty, or survival. Guilds bring the crafts and callings of the world to life. Religions and sacred traditions add another layer of mystery, ritual, devotion, and conflict.
As a newcomer, you are not expected to know everything before you arrive. You can begin as a wandering bard, a fierce warrior, a humble pilgrim, a courtly diplomat, a curious scholar, or simply someone looking for adventure. The world will meet you where you are, and your choices can become part of the story.
Travel, Lodging, Meals, and Camp Setup Included
The Voyage North exists to make your journey into Hynafol as easy, comfortable, and unforgettable as possible. We take care of the travel details, camp setup, accommodations, transportation, and daily comforts so you can step fully into the adventure without worrying about logistics.
When you travel with The Voyage North, you are not just buying a ticket to an event. You are joining a hosted expedition into a living medieval fantasy world. Our guests stay together in a beautiful, color-coordinated medieval camp filled with canvas tents, comfortable bedding, warm lighting, shared gathering spaces, and the kind of atmosphere that makes the experience feel magical from the moment you arrive.
Your camp becomes your home base for the week. It is a place to rest after battles, share stories around the fire, prepare for the day’s adventures, meet new friends, and settle into the rhythm of the village. We provide hearty meals, campfires, lighting, pavilion space, and the practical comforts that make a long immersive event feel welcoming instead of overwhelming.
The Voyage North also handles the major travel pieces that can make attending a destination LARP difficult. That includes transportation from the airport to Hynafol and back again, coordination before the trip, guidance on what to pack, help understanding the event, and support once you arrive. Whether you are traveling alone, coming from out of state, or attending your first event of this kind, our goal is to make sure you feel prepared, connected, and cared for.
More than anything, The Voyage North gives you permission to simply enjoy the experience. You can focus on the story, the people, the costumes, the quests, the feasts, the battles, the music, and the feeling of stepping into another world. We handle the details so you can be fully present for the adventure.
Things to Do During Your LARP Vacation
Hynafol offers as many adventures as it does participants. Every guest arrives with a different idea of what magic looks like, and the world is built to make room for all of them. For some, the heart of the experience is found on the battlefield, where hundreds of players take the field in grand medieval-style battles filled with strategy, courage, shield walls, banners, and unforgettable moments of victory and defeat.
Others are drawn to the village itself. They wander the lanes, visit taverns and gathering halls, meet characters from across the realm, listen for rumors, accept quests, and discover stories unfolding all around them. A quiet conversation by a campfire can become just as important as a clash of armies. A chance meeting on the road can lead to friendship, rivalry, mystery, or adventure.
For those who love politics and strategy, Hynafol offers a deep world of alliances, rivalries, resources, and influence. Players can join Houses, serve Kingdoms, support Guilds, follow religious traditions, take part in courtly intrigue, and work with others to shape the future of the realm. Some seek power. Some seek knowledge. Some seek honor, wealth, faith, revenge, or simply a place to belong.
The evenings bring their own kind of magic. As the sun sets, the village fills with music, laughter, firelight, feasting, games, dancing, storytelling, and time spent with friends beneath the stars. Whether you want to celebrate in the tavern, sit beside the fire, join a ritual, attend a gathering, or simply take in the beauty of the village at night, there is always something waiting to be discovered.
At Hynafol, there is no single way to experience the adventure. You can fight, feast, explore, scheme, serve, sing, study, pray, trade, wander, or simply watch the world move around you until you find your place in it. The magic is that you get to choose your own path.
What’s Included in Your LARP Travel Package
The Grand House Package Includes:
- Transportation from Austin Airport
- Early arrival starting on Friday, Nov. 6th (optional but included)
- Early arrival participants also get access to a tour, seminars and extra battle training
- General Admission to the Grand Gathering (Nov. 8–15, 2026)
- Three catered meals daily
- Lodging in shared canvas medieval tents (private options available)
- Cot with mattress topper, bedding, pillow & comforter
- Fully furnished medieval camp setup (fire pits, lanterns, House pavillion tent, decorations & more)
- Combat training with world-class medieval combat instructors
- Spears, halberds & tower shields included for all battles
- Exclusive zoom calls before the event covering lore, houses, Carta Arcanum (meta-game), roleplay tips & more
- Feast in the Castle Great Hall (dinner + immersive show)
- Commemorative Hynafol Grand Gathering 2025 Sword from Calimacil
- Hynafol Golden Mug (with one free drink!)
There are also options for Couples Packages and Private tents.
Three Catered Meals a Day
One of the best parts of The Voyage North is that you do not have to worry about feeding yourself during the adventure.
Your package includes three fully catered meals per day, with hot breakfast, lunch, and dinner served fresh throughout the event. Each meal includes plenty of options to choose from, so you can fill your plate, sit down with your fellow travelers, and relive the battles, ceremonies, stories, and unforgettable moments from the day.
For all members of The Voyage North that arrive early, the experience begins even earlier with our VIP Early Arrival Dinner, pictured here. This special welcome meal is a chance to settle in, meet your fellow adventurers, and start the journey before the full event begins.
We can accommodate dietary restrictions, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free needs. Just make sure to tell us your requirements in advance so our catering team can prepare for you.
Come hungry. You will be well fed.
Sleep in Canvas Medieval Tents
Sleep like an adventurer without giving up comfort.
During The Voyage North, you will stay in one of our authentic canvas medieval tents. These are not average camping tents. They are spacious, immersive, and built to feel like part of the world you are stepping into.
You will share your tent with a small number of tent-mates, and whenever possible, you can choose who you stay with. It is a great way to travel with friends, meet new companions, and end each day surrounded by the people you shared the adventure with.
We provide everything you need to sleep well, including a comfortable cot, sleeping bag, pillow, and blanket. Your tent is designed to keep you warm, dry, and rested so you can wake up ready for another full day of story, celebration, and adventure.
No hotel room could ever feel this legendary.
A Fully Furnished Medieval Camp Setup
An adventure like this deserves more than a place to sleep. It deserves a full medieval camp.
That is exactly what we create for The Voyage North. Your camp is built with firepits, lanterns, tables, chairs, decorations, and all the finishing touches that make it feel like home for the week.
This is where the journey really comes alive. You can share meals, gather by the fire, trade stories from the day, plan tomorrow’s adventure, and settle into a camp that feels like it belongs inside the world of Hynafol.
Our volunteer team handles the little details so you do not have to. From setup to atmosphere, the goal is to make the camp feel welcoming, comfortable, and fully immersive from the moment you arrive.
Your job is simple: explore, roleplay, make memories, and enjoy the camp all week long.
Choose Your House
The Voyage North members all belong to one of Six Houses. Each House has its own personality, mission, and eccentricities that make it unique. When you join you'll be placed into one of these Houses and you'll have a chance to meet the other members and find out what makes that House unique!
Ordo Cervi
Violet Company
Nova Vitae
Heirs of Iron
Militum
WyrmGuard
Package Pricing and Application
Each package is put together individually for each member of our trip. This includes many things, and possible add-ons, that are easier to talk about over the phone or video chat. Additionally, we take the application process seriously and want to get to know you a little before we admit you on the trip!
The best way to learn the price is simply to fill out the application and schedule a time to talk with one of our experience experts.
You must be 18 to join The Voyage North without a parent or guardian!
Built for First-Time LARPers
Hynafol is built to welcome first-time adventurers. You do not need years of experience, a perfect costume, or a complete understanding of the world before you arrive. Many people come to Hynafol for the first time unsure of what to expect, and that is part of the magic. The Voyage North makes that first step easier by giving you a camp, meals, transportation, bedding, guidance, and a community already waiting for you.
And at Hynafol, first-time players are not stuck on the sidelines. They can become part of the story right away. In the picture, you can see a first-time Hynafol attendee sitting at the Round Table as one of the Knights of the Round Table, one of the highest honors and achievements in the world of Hynafol. That is what makes this place so special. You do not have to be a veteran to matter. You simply have to show up, take the first step, and let the world open around you.
You must be 18 to join The Voyage North without a parent or guardian!
Jocelyn - Texas
"It was such an amazing event, filled with camaraderie, laughter and empathy. Loved meeting so many new people and simultaneously getting to know familiar faces on a deeper level. The kindness and compassion shown around our community was next level. Already looking forward to the next one."
Kiki - Utah
"Out of the few larps I’ve been to, Hynafol is the one where I feel most impactful as a player. I really appreciate how digestible the lore is, especially when they put on a play at the beginning of the event to catch you up on the story thus far! So many fun quests, battles, monster hunts, and many friends made. I can’t wait to come back."
Jayde - Victoria, BC
"My experiences at Hynafol have been and continue to be absolutely magical. The attention to detail in the immersion and storytelling make me feel like I step straight into another world every single event. The quests are engaging, the characters and community are unforgettable, and the whole event is brilliantly organized and for the players. I leave feeling inspired, enchanted, and eager to build and create more every single time."
Your adventure awaits.
Apply Today!
The Voyage North has grown into a mighty family both at the event and outside. For twelve years we have brought hundreds of people from all around the world to enjoy truly magical, immersive and unforgettable adventures. During the week long trip we live in close quarters and share very intense moments of joy, triumph, defeat and fun together. This has created great friendships that will last a lifetime.
For us, this trip is a labor of love, and we want to ensure that this event is right for you, and you are right for The Voyage North.
Therefore, we have an application process for The Voyage North. Our goal isn’t to turn people away, but to make sure that we know you, and you know us before we commit to one another for a trip as large as this. At the end of the process you’ll sign up for an interview with one of our staff. The process is simple, and meant to be an equitable way to handle the hundreds of interested people that would like to join us.
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Still got questions? Fill out the application and talk to one of our Experience Experts! They will answer every single last one of your questions, explain everything about the event, and help you plan out your entire trip!
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the food?
We serve two catered meals per day: breakfast and dinner. The food is very good and there's lots of it! Additionally, we can cater to most dietary restrictions. We love to sit down after a long day of battles and share a feast together.
How does Transportation Work?
We provide transportation from the Austin, Texas airport to Hynafol on the first date of the event and a return trip on the last date of the event. The Bus departure time on the first date of the event is 10:00a.m. On the return trip the bus departs Hynafol at 12:00p.m. (noon ). The trip is approximately 45 minutes.
Is this for Anyone?
Yes! Provided you want to go on a medieval adventure! The Voyage North is made up of people from all walks of life from all around the world and from all backgrounds. If you like camping, being outdoors, meeting new people, and walking a lot... this trip is for you!
What are the Tents LIke?
You will stay in a canvas medieval style tent. They're meant to be as authentic as possible while still being comfortable! Everyone receives a comfy cot to sleep on to keep you warm and dry off of the ground. Lastly, you choose your tent mates!
Can I come alone?
Absolutely! You can come alone, but you'll leave with a lifetime of new friends! We pride ourselves on being a welcoming, hospitable community that quickly bonds as we explore Hynafol together. You can also bring a big group or your whole family.
Can I Choose a House?
Yes! As long as we still have room. Some Houses fill up quickly depending on the year. However, each House is structured the same with volunteer leaders who love to give away fun and help new folks explore the world of Hynafol. No matter what House you're in you will have an amazing time.
Do I need LARP experience to join The Voyage North?
No. Many people join The Voyage North because they are new and want a guided way into the world.
We help new players understand what to bring, what to expect, how the event works, how to dress, how to get involved, and how to find people to play with. You do not need to arrive with an existing group or years of experience.
Is my event ticket included?
Yes! Every package with The Voyage North includes full admission to Hynafol's Grand Gathering event. You will have access to every battle, quest, activity and every other part of the event right along with everyone else.
Where do I fly in?
Austin Bergstrom International Airport in Austin, Texas. We'll give you shuttle times and help answer all of your travel questions to make this as easy as possible. You just book your ticket.
Can I drive myself?
Yes of course! Simply drive straight to Sherwood Forest Faire on the arrival day and you'll be directed to your camp. You can drive straight to your tent and unload.
What should I bring?
A full packing list will be provided before the event. In general, you should expect to bring personal clothing, costume pieces, toiletries, medications, weather-appropriate layers, comfortable footwear, and any personal items you need for a week of outdoor event living.
We will also provide guidance on what not to bring, what can be rented or purchased, and what items are most helpful for first-time attendees.
Do I need my own costume?
You should plan to bring garb or costume pieces that fit a medieval fantasy setting. That said, you do not need to have a perfect costume on day one.
We will provide advice on what works well, where to start, and how to build an outfit that is comfortable, practical, and appropriate for the event.
Do I need armor or weapons?
No. You do not need armor or weapons to attend and have a great time.
Combat is only one part of the experience. Many players focus on roleplay, politics, trade, crafting, social events, feasts, ceremonies, bardic performances, rituals, service, exploration, or House and guild activity.
If you do want to participate in combat, you will need to follow Hynafol’s current combat rules, safety requirements, weapons standards, and training requirements. And bring, borrow or buy a weapon to participate!
Can beginners participate in the story?
Yes. The Voyage North is built to help players get plugged in.
One of the hardest parts of attending a large immersive event is knowing where to go, who to talk to, and how to get involved. Our goal is to help you arrive with context, community, and opportunities so you are not wandering around wondering what to do.
Are there showers and bathrooms?
YES! Real flushing toilets, sinks with running water, hand soap and paper towels are available to every participant. Don't want to use a chemical toilet? No problem!
Showers with unlimited hot water are also available at no charge!