Malyovitsa peak
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From 75 BGN
Price for Adult: 85 BGN with VAT.
Price for Child (3-16): 75 BGN with VAT.
Price for Senior/Student: 75 BGN with VAT.
Price for Group over 4 people: 80 BGN with VAT.
Tour Details
The Malyovitsa region is the cradle of Bulgarian mountaineering. In fact the region is one of the most popular tourist regions in the Rila mountain.
Malyovitsa is a peak in the northwestern part of the Rila Mountain in southwestern Bulgaria. It is (2,729 m – 8 ft above sea level) and is one of the most popular tourist regions in the mountain. Its northern and eastern slopes are steep and almost inaccessible while the southern and south-western slopes are more oblique.
The main starting point for treks in the region of Malyovitsa at an altitude of (1,700 m – 5652 ft).
Hiking Difficulty: Strenuous (4 from 6)
Elevation: 1006 m ( from 1723 m – 2729 m) – 3300 ft (from 5652 ft to 8953 ft)
Length: 6.5 km – 4 ml
Duration: 8 hours (Hiking time only)
Highlights:
Day Tour
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∗ Our team will be waiting to greet you at the parking behind Alexander Nevski Cathedral, http://!!!Green Valleys meeting point SOFIA google/maps!!!, or at your preferable location if requested in advance at the time of booking.
∗ The journey takes about hour and a half to the starting point for treks in the region of Malyovitsa at an altitude of (1,700 m – 5652 ft) . From there we will take Hiking trek to the next stop. The trek takes about 1 hour.
∗ Malyovitsa Hut at an altitude of (1960 m – 6430 ft above sea level), from where a panoramic view of Rila Mountain is revealed.
∗ A pleasant picnic amidst the captivating tranquility in the area of the Hut.
∗ Next Treck will takes about 1 hour to the Second terrace,this is rough rocky rivers, passing two plateaus. The trek takes about 1 hour.
∗ Take the next trek to the the Malyovishki Lakes (Elenski Lakes),there are a group of three glacial lakes. The trek takes about 30 minutes.
∗ After short break we will get back to the last trek, to the Malyovitsa peak at (2,729 m – 8 ft above sea level). Trek takes approx 30 minutes.
∗ Trek back to Malyovitsa hut and board the coach.
∗ Departure back to Sofia.
ATTENTION:
∗ Mandatory requirement for tourists – Before the start of each mountain hike, clients receive instruction from a licensed mountain guide and undertake to comply with the instructions given to them.
∗ Changes in the program are possible, based on objective factors, mostly of meteorological nature.
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT:
∗ Please wear comfortable hiking boots, warm clothes, dry food, water, raincoate.
∗ Windproof and waterproof jacket.
∗ Extra garment (fleece).
∗ Water bottle at least 1 liter.
∗ Hat/towel, sunscreen and sunglasses, raincoat.
∗ Insole (optional).
∗ In bad weather conditions the program can be shortened or replaced.
RECOMMENDED INFORMATION:
∗ Food for lunch, picnic type. It is recommended to consider in advance that your food is as energetic and healthy as possible.
∗ Travelers should have a moderate to good level of physical fitness.
In case of medical issues or allergies you should always consult your tour representative if you are not sure of what ingredients a dish contains.
Places You’ll See
Malyovitsa hut.
Malyovishki Lakes.
Malyovitsa peak.
Tour Interary:
Day Tour
∗ 08:00: Tour starts from the parking behind Alexander Nevski Cathedral or you will be picked up from the place, if arranged with member of our booking team in advance. Departure for approximately 1:30-hours travel through beautiful countryside to the region of Malyovitsa at an altitude of (1,700 m – 5652 ft).
∗ 10:00: The starting point for the trek is in the region of Malyovitsa at an altitude of (1,700 m – 5652 ft). From there we will take Hiking trek to the next stop. The trek takes about 1 hour.
∗ 10:00-11:00: Malyovitsa Hut at an altitude of (1960 m – 6430 ft above sea level), from where a panoramic view of Rila Mountain is revealed.
∗ 11:00-11:30: A pleasant picnic amidst the captivating tranquility in the area of the Hut.
∗ 11:30-12:30: Next Treck will takes about 1 hour to the Second terrace,this is rough rocky rivers, passing two plateaus. The trek takes about 1 hour.
∗ 12:30-13:30: Take the next trek to the the Malyovishki Lakes (Elenski Lakes),there are a group of three glacial lakes.The trek takes about 30 minutes.
∗ 13:45- 14:15: After short break we will get back to the last trek, to the Malyovitsa peak at (2,729 m – 8 ft above sea level). Trek takes approx 30 minutes.
∗ 15:30: Trek back to Malyovitsa hut and board the coach.
∗ 18:00: Departure back to Sofia.
∗ 19:30: Expected time of arrival in Sofia at the parking lot behind Alexander Nevsky Cathedral or at your preferable location if requested in advance at the time of booking.
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Pick up/ Drop off points:
Our team will be waiting to greet you at the parking behind Alexander Nevski Cathedral, http://!!!Green Valleys meeting point SOFIA google/maps!!!, or you can arranged your Pick up point in advance with member of our booking team.
Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time for boarding.
Rila National Park is the largest national park in Bulgaria. The Park contains rare and endangered wildlife species and communities, self-regulating ecosystems of biological diversity, as well as historic sites of global cultural and scientific significance. Some of the largest rivers in the Balkan Peninsula originate here.
There are 120 glacial lakes, including the prominent Seven Rila Lakes. The name Rila is derived from the Thracian word roula, meaning lots of water.
Malyovitsa is a peak in the northwestern part of the Rila Mountain in southwestern Bulgaria. It is (2,729 m – 8 ft above sea level) and is one of the most popular tourist regions in the mountain. Its northern and eastern slopes are steep and almost inaccessible while the southern and south-western slopes are more oblique.
The main starting point for treks in the region is Malyovitsa Hut at an altitude of (1,700 m – 5652 ft) at about 3 hours walk from the top of the summit. The three Malyovishki Lakes are situated to the north of the summit, while to the southeast the Elenski Lakes, also three, are located in a deep cirque.
The Malyovitsa region is the cradle of Bulgarian rock climbing and mountaineering.
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Malyovitsa peak
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From 75 BGN
Price for Adult: 85 BGN with VAT,
Price for Child (3-16): 75 BGN with VAT.
Price for Senior/Student: 75 BGN with VAT.
Price for Group over 4 people: 80 BGN with VAT.
Price included:
∗ Returning transport will be by coach from pick up point and drop off point.
∗ Visit to the Malyovitsa hut.
∗ Visit to the Malyovishki Lakes.
∗ Visit to the Malyovitsa peak.
∗ Profesional local guide included.
∗ Insurance included.
Price excluded:
∗ Personal expencese.
