Penguin Travel

This ride will take you off the beaten tracks to a well preserved region of the mountain which the wild animals - goats, deers, wolfs, and bears still call their home. We will cross Vitosha from the North to the South, riding through dense forests, vast plateaus and green fields to reach a small mountain hut, where our warm welcoming hosts have prepared their home made wild berry juice and herbal tea. 
Come and experience the different face of Vitosha - unspoiled nature, breathtaking views, and if you are lucky enough - you might have a close meeting with the locals - the wild animals.

Departure dates:
15 April 2010 - 30 November 2010 every day

Country region:   Vitosha Mountains

Price without flight ticket:    149 EUR

Trip plan: 

Day 1: A short transfer to the riding base where we meet the horses and have a short briefing on the program. We head to Zlatnite mostove following dirt roads and mountain paths through dense woods. Further up we reach Kumata hut, just at the tree line. A steep accent follows (at some parts we will walk, leading the horses) to reach Selimitsa plateau. The view here is truly breathtaking, you will see the surrounding mountains – Verila, Rila and Osogovo. We pass by Selimitsa peak and start descending on a narrow steep path (again walking with the horses) to reach Tanchovitsa area. We get on the horses again and head to the hut through woods and fields.
Hours in the saddle: 5-7
Highest point: 2040 m. asl  

Day 2: After breakfast we get on the horses and head back on a different trail. Through forests, fields and vast plateaus we reach Zlatnite Mostove. A flat dirt road gives us the opportunity for nice galloping before we reach the riding base. We say goodbye to the horses and get on the bus for a transfer to Sofia.
Hours in the saddle: 5-6
Highest point: 1696m

Accomodation and food:   we stay overnight in a mountan hut with basic conditions - shared rooms for 4 people, shared toilet and bathroom (hot water and shower available). 2 lunch packs, dinner and breakfast are included in the package

Luggage transport:  our supporting vehicle will drive your luggage to the hut and then back to the riding base 

Included in the price: saddled horse; English-speaking riding guide; accommodation and food as described above; luggage transfer; transfer from / to Sofia

Excluded from the price:  alcohol drinks; tips; insurance;  

Recommended travel period of the year:   April - November

Nessesary equipment:   riding pants and boots; raincoat 

Tour difficulty: You should have experience with trail riding and be able to ride different horses on challenging terrains.

Group Size:   min 4, max 8 riders

Reservation System Code: BGVITRID2