Overview
The highest mountain in the Balkan peninsula – Rila. Join the adventure.
Hike to see the incredible landscape, to reach peaks - Belmeken, Sivri chal, Kameniti chal, and Soufan.
Join in that extreme trip to find the harmony, to discover some legends and tales, to taste a piece of beautiful Bulgaria.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Professional guide
Comfortable car
Dinner
Hiking sticks (optional)
Food and drinks
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
Transfer from Sofia to Belmeken dam - 2,30 hours.
This is the starting point for hiking. Belmeken Dam is located in the mountain Rila, 1923 m. over sea level. From here the guide will lead you to the peak Belmeken (2627 m.)
2 hours ascent to the saddle between the peaks Ravni chal and Belmeken. Climbing the peak Belmeken using the winter markers – 30 minutes. Reaching the peak, you'll be rewarded with magnificent views of Eastern Rila and Western Rhodopi mountains.
Descent to the saddle between Belmeken and Ravni chal - 20 minutes. Walking along the mountain ridge between Ravni chal and Sivri chal(2641 m.) and climbing along the steep path with pillars and steel rope to the peak- 1,30 hours. Enjoy the magnificent views – to Musala peak, which is the highest peak in the mountain Rila and Balkan peninsula (2925 m.), the mountains Pirin and Rhodopi.
Hike from Sivri chal through over the peaks Kameniti chal and Soufan and descent back to Belmeken dam.
The guide will stop in a traditional restaurant between the spa resort Kostenets and the town Momin prohod to taste Bulgarian traditional cuisine.
Elevation: 710 m.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Sofia).
Additional Information
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about From Sofia: Rila mountain and Belmeken
Can I cancel From Sofia: Rila mountain and Belmeken for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 12 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Professional guide
- Comfortable car
- Dinner
- Hiking sticks (optional)
What's not included?
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities (optional)
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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