Ski touring in the Pirin mountains, Bansko, Bulgaria
Ski touring in Pirin National park, Bansko, Bulgaria
Tour Details
- Location: bulgaria-pirin
- Duration: 3 days
- Difficulty: moderate
- Price: EUR 900 per person
- Guide: Milena Padalska
- Group Size: Up to 6
- Terrain: Rocky trails, Valley floors, Ridge walks
- Meeting Point: кв. Новия град, ul. "Aton" 5, 2770 Bansko, Bulgaria
Description
Dive into a thrilling skliing adventure in the Pirin Mountains! I'll gladly guide you through these astounding peaks, pristine trails, and alpine scenery, ensuring a safe and incredible experience. Starting from the Dobrinishte ski area, a scenic chairlift ride will take us to Bezbog Hut at. From there, we’ll enjoy a rewarding climb to the summit of Polezhan Peak at 2,851 meters (9,354 feet.), followed by an exhilarating descent to the valley. A quick transfer then brings us to Shiligarnika at 1,700 meters, the starting point for our ascent of Vihren Peak, the highest and most iconic peak in the range, standing proud at 2,914 meters (9,560 feet). We'll also visit the Bansko ski area and ascend Todorka Peak at 2,746 meters (9,009 feet). The descent is a true highlight, surrounded by glacial lakes and serene pine forests as we make our way to Demyanitsa Hut.
Tour Highlights
- Expert guide with local knowledge
- Small group for personalized experience
- Panoramic mountain vistas
- Photography opportunities
Itinerary
- Climbing and skiing Polezhan peak -
Short transfer to Dobrinishte ski area (15km). After taking the chairlift, which takes us to Bezbog hut 2200m, we start ascending towards Polezhan peak 2851m. The descend takes us back to the parking lot 1700m.
- Ascend Pirin´s tallest peak - Vihren 2914m -
Short transfer from Bansko (12km) to Shiligarnika 1700m. Ascending Vihren peak 2914m - the highest in Pirin mountains. 4-5 hours and 1300 hm to gain. Then we ski all the way down to Bansko
- Todorka peak descent -
Short transfer to Bansko ski area (12km) Ascendin Todorka peak 2746m. The descend to Demyanitsa hut goes through beautiful scenery with glacial lakes and pine forest. 4 hours - 1000 hm
What's Included
- Expert certified guide
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