Kobilini Steni - the magic of the Vratsa Balkan Mountains
The Vratsa Balkan is a unique place for walks during autumn. We chose to go precisely in October because the broadleaf forests change their appearance into golden hues, just before winter sets in. Kobilini Steni is the rock phenomenon there that must be visited at least once, especially during this time of the year. We'll hike several peaks in a day, one of which is the oldest one in the Vratsa Balkan - Beglichka Mogila.
Price Includes / Excludes
Price Includes
- Complete organization and coordination of the program
- Travel insurance with limit - 500 euro. The insurance is concluded with the insurance company Euroins
- Licensed guide
- Transportation during the program
Price Excludes
- Food
- Personal expenses
Tour Itinerary
7:30 a.m. departure from the Vasil Levski Stadium in Sofia.
Upon arrival at the Parshevitsa Hut, the guides will provide a brief to the group and safety instructions. We'll pack our backpacks and set off to fulfill the plan for the day.
Our starting point is the Parshevitsa Hut, from where we climb towards the peak with the same name. After reaching it, we'll traverse along the edge of Kobilini Steni towards the oldest peak of the beautiful Vratsa Balkan - Beglichka Mogila (1481.4m). The trail passes through the beautiful meadow of Krastanova Mogila and the peak Dudil. Along the Ushi path, we reach a crossroad where a pleasant descent begins towards the Borov Kamak monument. After a refreshing break, we continue the final part of our hike back to the Parshevitsa Hut.
Duration: 5 hours
Elevation: +470m/-520m
Estimated return to Sofia around 18:30
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: