The E4 in Pirin: from the Vihren Hut to Kamenitsa Peak
The E4 in Bulgaria is part of the longest European walking route. Its Bulgarian section crosses five mountain ranges - Vitosha, Verila, Rila, Pirin and Slavyanka. The path runs mainly through the alpine zone, the treeless belt that offers some of the most striking panoramas but also holds harsh weather and the challenges that come with it. On this trek we will cover a small but exceptionally scenic part of the route - from the Vihren hut to one of the most emblematic places in Pirin, Tevno Ezero.
The programme suits moderately experienced hillwalkers in good physical condition with experience of long days on the hill.
What's included
Included
- Complete organization and coordination of the program
Tour Itinerary
The transfer to the Vihren hut takes about 3:00 hours.
On arrival we prepare our packs and, after the obligatory briefing, set off for the Bashliyska porta. As we climb towards it, the „spine“ we are to follow opens up in front of us - a succession of peaks and cols linked in one magnificent line. We will climb five summits, each revealing breathtaking views of the lakes tucked beneath their slopes. All day we move over stony ground, in open high-mountain country under the wide Pirin sky. On reaching the shelter we settle in - time for a well-earned rest, and for a few moments enjoying the silhouette of tomorrow's objective, Kamenitsa peak. And for the most enthusiastic there will be a special end to the day: sunset from Valyavishki Chukar, with a panorama that stays with you for good.
*Please note: the technical figures given for the route include the time to climb Valyavishki Chukar.
A long day awaits us, returning by a different route, so we will rise early and be on the path in the cool morning hours. Our main objective is the imposing Kamenitsa peak, one of the symbols of Pirin. On the summit we will have time to rest and take photographs before returning to the shelter for breakfast. Once we have eaten, we begin the long descent through the valley of the river Demyanitsa, towards the Vasilashki cirque. From there a climb awaits that will make us sweat before we reach the beautiful „Todorini Ochi“. Then the last stage - a descent through another valley, this time the Banderitsa, to reach the end point of our route, the Vihren hut.
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
-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: