Yumruka Peak and Eho Hut
Ahead of us is an exhilarating two-day walk in the heart of Central Balkan National Park, which takes us to the edge of one of the most picturesque reserves in Bulgaria - the Tsarichina reserve. Our walk begins along the valley of the Cherna river and leads to the welcoming, hospitable Eho hut. Here we can rest and take in the remarkable panorama that opens before us. Close to the hut stand the summits of Kavladan and Yumruka, which we plan to climb.
Tour Highlights
- Yumruka peak
- Eho hut
- Sunset from Kavladan peak
Price Includes / Excludes
Price Includes
- Complete organization and coordination of the program
Tour Itinerary
Departure at 06:30 from the car park in front of the Vasil Levski stadium in Sofia. The transfer to the Ostrikite area takes around 2 hours. On arrival we sort our packs, run through what lies ahead and set off along the route.
Stage 1: Ostrikite - Eho hut - Kavladan peak
~ 5:00 h / ~ +950 m ~ -50 m / ~ 8.5 km
Our walk begins along the valley of the Cherna river, through the beech forests of the third-largest reserve in Central Balkan National Park - Tsarichina. The path climbs at a gently rising gradient until the point where we leave the riverbed and head for the ridge - the section that is sure to make us sweat. On reaching the ridge we follow it, traversing below Kavladan peak to reach the hut. A rest and a good lunch await. In the evening, before sunset, we set off for Kavladan peak to enjoy the last rays of the day.
Totals for the day:
Duration ~ 5:00 - 6:00 hours
Distance ~ 8-9 km
Ascent and descent ~ +950 m / -50 m
Today there is no early start - once we have slept in, we have breakfast while enjoying the view from the hut towards the Vezhen massif. Then we take only what we need and set off for Yumruka peak, which offers a rather interesting climb, using the steel cable on its northern slope. On reaching the summit we have time for a rest and photographs, with the main Balkan ridge spread out before us. Before heading back we can write a message and leave it in the box on the summit. Then we return to the hut for lunch, collect the luggage we left there and head back to the transport.
Totals for the day:
Duration ~ 9:00 hours
Distance ~ 9 km
Ascent and descent ~ +150 m / -1,050 m
The guide reserves the right to change the route depending on circumstances and weather conditions.
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: