The Urdini Lakes - the Wild Beauty of Rila
The Urdini lakes are among the wildest and least known corners of Rila, far from the popular tourist routes. This one-day walk takes us to them along the picturesque Zeleni Rid, from which breathtaking views of the Malyovitsa range open up. The silence, the solitude and the grandeur of this part of Rila make the route an unforgettable experience for anyone who loves the mountains.
Tour Highlights
- The Urdini lakes
Price Includes / Excludes
Price Includes
- Complete organization and coordination of the program
Tour Itinerary
The transfer to the mountaineering school takes about 1:40 hours. On arrival we sort out our packs, go over what lies ahead and set off.
From the school we walk to Yavorova Polyana (about 30 to 40 minutes). Then comes a climb through beautiful conifer forest, which brings us out onto the open ground of the Zeleni Rid - a broad, grassy crest offering wonderful views towards the Malyovitsa range and the surrounding peaks. The climb is gradual and pleasant until we reach Zeleni Kamak, and from there we drop into the cirque that holds six beautiful glacial lakes. We pass them in turn: the Fish lake, the Triangle lake, the Big Bowl, the Little Bowl, the Dry lake and the Drowner.
Once we have enjoyed the calm and the wild country of the Urdini lakes, we continue down the valley of the Urdina river, which will bring us back to our starting point.
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: