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Rock phenomenon Stolo and Dobravishki Waterfall

Plana
from
beginners

Would you like to spend a day in nature near Sofia? To admire the green-clad mountains, gushing waterfalls, climb a peak, and enjoy good company?

Our proposal for a one-day escape from the urban environment is a beginner-friendly day hike in the Ponor Mountain. The Ponor Mountain is part of the Western Stara Planina mountain range, characterized by extensive karst formations, mainly formed by marls and dolomites.

Tour Itinerary

Departure from Sofia at 8:00 AM for those with organized transportation. For those of you preferring personal vehicles, we'll meet at the center of Iskrets village. We'll provide the exact location and time after registration. Once the group gathers, the guide will provide a brief overview, check if we have everything we need, and we'll set off towards our destination for the day.

Stolo, the natural landmark, is located at an altitude of 1330 meters above sea level. Moving along the dirt road and grassy slopes, we gradually ascend towards the mountain heights. After approximately 2 hours, we reach the Rock Phenomenon Stolo. Viewed from a distance, the rock resembles a giant's chair, against the backdrop of the sheer cliff, making us feel like tiny figures. Its incredible photogenicity is also due to the horizontal stripes, seemingly carved by a giant artistic hand.

The epic panorama will take our breath away.

A lunch break and energized, we'll climb to the summit of Prepasnitsa /1470m above sea level/, which offers unparalleled views.
We descend from the heights and head towards Dobravitsa Waterfall.
From the lower neighborhood of Dobravitsa village, it takes about 30 minutes to reach the waterfall. We'll have the opportunity to refresh ourselves from its splashes at its base and admire the tranquility of the area. If time permits and based on your interest, we'll make a quick visit to the Dushnika Cave. After another photo break, we'll head back to the cars and it's time to return to the city.

Important:
  • In the event of a change in weather conditions during the tour or other unforeseen situations, the guide may change the route or offer another alternative option to the participants for their safety.
  • If the program cannot happen due to bad weather forecast, the organizer will refund 100% of the price to the participants
  • In order to take part in the tour, you must be in good physical health and condition, and notify the organizer in case you have any illnesses or injuries
  • If the number of participants is less than the minimum 6 and the program will not happen, the organizer will notify all registered participants up to 7 days before the event
  • Discounts cannot be combined
Three seasons trekking equipment

Shoes

Suitable shoes for the mountain, according to the weather forecast. High ankle or low shoes. You may wear sneakers to change into at the end of the program

Spare socks

Lighting

Headlamp - An absolute must-have accessory for every mountaineer. It may be necessary for the group to start a trek very early or finish the trek in the dark (force majeure). In these situations, each participant must have a headlamp. We recommend going with a proven brand like Petzl or BlackDiamond

Spare batteries

Backpack

About 40 liters backpack - Quite enough for one or two day hikes.

Backpack cover - in case of rain

Clothing top

Depending on the season and weather conditions

T-shirt or thin thermal base layer - from merino or synthetic. In no case cotton material

Fleece

A down jacket or other jacket with synthetic insulation - a thin down jacket is recommended. Evenings and mornings in the mountains, temperatures are low. No expensive down jacket needed

Wind and water proof jacket

Thin hat and gloves

Buff

Clothing bottom

Depending on the season and weather conditions

Comfortable long pants - in the perfect case with zippers for ventilation

Sun protection

Sunglasses

Summer hat

Sun cream with high protection

Buff with UPF protection

Rain protection

Raincoat

-or-

Waterproof top and bottom

Water and food

Water (1.5 liters)

Food for the trek

Money and documents

Money

ID or passport

Other

First aid kit

Trekking poles

Cancellation Policy:

Чл. 89. (Изм. – ДВ, бр. 37 от 2018 г., в сила от 01.07.2018 г.) (1) Пътуващият има право да прекрати договора за туристически пакет по всяко време преди започването на изпълнението на туристическия пакет.

The tourist owes a penalty as follows:

  • 20 or more days before tour start: - No penalty
  • Between 19 and 14 days before tour start: - 30% from the price
  • Between 13 and 7 days before tour start: - 60% from the price
  • Less than 3 days before tour start: - 100% from the price

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Cancellation Policy:

Чл. 89. (Изм. – ДВ, бр. 37 от 2018 г., в сила от 01.07.2018 г.) (1) Пътуващият има право да прекрати договора за туристически пакет по всяко време преди започването на изпълнението на туристическия пакет.

The tourist owes a penalty as follows:

  • 20 or more days before tour start: - No penalty
  • Between 19 and 14 days before tour start: - 30% from the price
  • Between 13 and 7 days before tour start: - 60% from the price
  • Less than 3 days before tour start: - 100% from the price
Important:
  • In the event of a change in weather conditions during the tour or other unforeseen situations, the guide may change the route or offer another alternative option to the participants for their safety
  • If the program cannot happen due to bad weather forecast, the organizer will refund 100% of the price to the participants
  • In order to take part in the tour, you must be in good physical health and condition, and notify the organizer in case you have any illnesses or injuries
  • If the number of participants is less than the minimum and the program will not happen, the organizer will notify all registered participants up to 7 days before the event
  • Discounts cannot be combined