Hiking to Belmeken 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
Belmeken is a peak in the Ibar part of Rila mountain in the Ntional park Rila with a height of 2626 m – 8615 ft above sea level. Also nearby is the Belmeken Dam at 1959 m – 6427 ft above sea level and the Belmeken Mountain Sports Center.
The Rila National Park is the largest national park in Bulgaria. The Park contains rare and endangered wildlife species and communities. As well self-regulating ecosystems of biological diversity. Also 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. As a mater of fact the name Rila is derived from the Thracian word roula, meaning a lots of water.
Highlights:
∗ 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 two hours to the starting point for treks in the Belmeken Dam at 1959 m - 6427 ft. From there we will take Hiking trek to the next stop. The trek takes about 1.30 hours.
∗ We go out over the valley of the river Rust from where a panoramic view of the majestic peak Sivrichal (2642 m - 8667 ft) is revealed.
∗ A pleasant picnic amidst the captivating tranquility in the area of the mountain.
∗ Next Treck will takes about 1 and a half hours to the Belmeken peak (2626 m - 8615 ft) above sea level.
∗ After an inspairing break on the peak we will get back to the trek to the Belmeken Dam at 1959 m - 6427 ft above sea level. The trek takes approx three hours.
∗ 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 our 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
Tour Interary:
Day Tours
∗ 07:00: Tour starts from the parking behind Alexander Nevski Cathedral or at your preferable location if requested in advance at the time of booking.
∗ 10:00 – 12:00: The journey takes about two hours to the starting point for treks in the Belmeken Dam at 1959 m – 6427 ft. From there we will take Hiking trek to the next stop. The trek takes about 1.30 hours.
∗ 12:00 – 12:30: We go out over the valley of the river Rust from where a panoramic view of the majestic peak Sivrichal (2642 m – 8667 ft) is revealed.
∗ 12:30 – 13:00: A pleasant picnic amidst the captivating tranquility in the area of the mountain.
∗ 13:00 – 14:30: Next Treck will takes about 1 and a half hours to the Belmeken peak (2626 m – 8615 ft) above sea level.
∗ 14:30 – 15:00: After an inspairing break on the peak we will get back to the trek to the Belmeken Dam at 1959 m – 6427 ft above sea level. The trek takes approx three hours.
∗ 18:00: Departure back to Sofia.
∗ 20:30: 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.
Belmeken is a peak in the Ibar part of Rila mountain in the Ntional park Rila with a height of 2626 m – 8615 ft above sea level. Also nearby is the Belmeken Dam at 1959 m – 6427 ft above sea level and the Belmeken Mountain Sports Center.
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.
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Hiking to Belmeken peak
Tour schedule:
Start date:
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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 Belmeken Dam.
∗ Visit to the Belmeken peak.
∗ Professional local guide included.
∗ Insurance included.
Price excluded:
∗ Personal expenses.
