Botev Peak and the Rayskoto Praskalo Waterfall
Botev peak, the crown of the Balkan range, rises above the wild Dzhendema reserve - a land of primeval beauty and secret valleys. The way to the summit, by way of the Tarzan path, is a journey through fiery autumn colours and roaring waterfalls, among which Rayskoto Praskalo shines.
Here nature reveals its magnificent magic, leaving a lasting mark on the heart of everyone who touches this enchanted land.
Tour Highlights
- Botev peak (2,376 m) - the highest in the Balkan range
- The Raysko Praskalo waterfall
- The Ray hut
Price Includes / Excludes
Price Includes
- Complete organization and coordination of the program
Tour Itinerary
The transfer to the Panitsite locality takes about 2:30 hours. On arrival we sort out our packs, go over what lies ahead and set off along the route.
Stage 1: Panitsite - Ray hut - Raysko Praskalo ~ 4:00 h / ~ + 700 m / ~ 9 km
Today's walk starts from the Panitsite locality. Along the way we alternate open ground with shade beneath the ancient beech forest of the Southern Dzhendem. On reaching the hut we will have time to rest and recover our strength. Once we have enjoyed the views we will walk to the highest permanently flowing waterfall on the Balkan peninsula - Rayskoto Praskalo.
Today we rise early, have breakfast and sort out our packs to set off for the highest peak of the Balkan range. The real body of the weekend's trek awaits, with considerable ascent and distance to cover.
Stage 1: Ray hut - Botev peak ~ 3:30 h / ~ + 945 m / ~ 4.5 km
Ahead of us is one of the most exciting and scenic mountain paths, named in honour of the legendary meteorologist and mountaineer Todor Bozhkov - Tarzan. On reaching the summit we will have the chance to enjoy a 360-degree view. Here we will have time to take photographs, recover our strength and prepare for the long descent.
Stage 2: Botev peak - Panitsite ~ 5:00 – 6:00 h / ~ + 170 m, ~ − 1,700 m / ~ 14 km
After the break it is time to set off on the long way down to Panitsite. Depending on the time we have, the condition of the group and the weather, we will decide whether to return by the same route or take another way back.
Important:
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
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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: