Ski mountaineering Musala - the highest peak on the Balkans

Tour Details

• Location: bulgaria-rila
• Duration: 1 day
• Difficulty: moderate
• Price: EUR 330 per person
• Guide: Milena Padalska
• Group Size: Up to 6
• Elevation Gain: 900m
• Distance: 12km
• Terrain: Ridge walks, Rocky trails
• Meeting Point: 7J84+95F, 2010 Borovets, Bulgaria

Description

On this incredible day, we’ll climb the highest mountain on the Balkans: Musala. This colossal peak stands at 2,925 meters. And from its top we’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the Rila Mountains. Also, once we reach the top, our skiing adventure will begin. From the summit, we will ski down to the Borovets resort. And on the way there, we’ll explore other equally mesmerizing spots. For instance, one of the places we’ll ski by is the Icy lake, the highest lake on this area.

Tour Highlights

• Expert guide with local knowledge
• Panoramic mountain vistas
• Photography opportunities

Itinerary

1. Climbing and skiing down the peak -

   In order to make the most of our day, we will start early. We can depart from the enchanting city of Sofia. Or, we could stay for the night at a village family house near the Borovets resorts. Once we meet, we’ll head to the gondola up to the Yastrebets hut (2,300 m). Thereupon, we’ll start our ascension, which will take us around 3 hours. Thereon the real fun begins, as we descend from the Balkan’s tallest mountain.

What's Included

• Expert certified guide

Next Departures

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Related

• Hiking tours in Rila
• Guided hiking in Bulgaria
• Milena Padalska — certified mountain guide

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