Irechek is a real treasure for anyone who loves mountain walking. At 2852 metres above sea level it proudly holds third place among the peaks of Rila and ranks among the ten highest in Bulgaria. Set in the eastern part of Rila, Irechek offers breathtaking views of the surrounding summits. To the south rises Malka Musala, and to the north-east - Deno.
Tour Highlights
- Ascent of Irechek Peak
Price Includes / Excludes
Price Includes
- Travel insurance with limit - 500 euro. The insurance is concluded with the insurance company Euroins
- Transportation during the program
- Licensed guide
Price Excludes
- Food
- Lift
- Personal expenses
Tour Itinerary
The transfer to the Borovets resort takes around 1:30 hours. On arrival we sort our packs, run through what lies ahead and make our way to the lift.
Stage 1: Yastrebets lift - Musala hut ~ 1:00 h / ~ + 70 m / ~ 3.5 km
We ride the lift up to Yastrebets hut, a journey of about 25 minutes. Stepping off at the top station, our path to Musala hut begins. We follow the summer waymarking and after roughly an hour reach Musala hut, where we take a short tea break.
Stage 2: Musala hut - the Sphinx - Irechek Peak -Musala hut ~ 3:30 h / ~+ 440; ~-440 m / ~ 6 km
With our energy topped up we start the main part of the day. First comes the climb to the rock formation known as the Sphinx, and from there we head for Irechek. The path from Musala hut to the Sphinx alternates between dwarf pine, scree and boulders. This is the section where we gain the most height over the shortest distance. Reaching the rock formation, we continue south along the ridge towards the saddle between Studeniya Chal and Irechek. Beyond it we cross a narrower stretch of ridge that leads us to the summit pyramid. On top we can rest and take in the views over the whole Musala horseshoe and the lakes beneath it. On the way back to the hut, if we have the time and conditions are right, we can also nip across to Deno peak.
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:
Notify me when organized transport is available
We will notify you as soon as a spot on the organized transport becomes available.