Welcome to High Tatras
The High Tatras (Vysoké Tatry), the tallest range in the Carpathian Mountains, occupy a near-mythic place in Slovak hearts. Instantly recognisable, the crooked summit of Mount Kriváň (2495m) has become a national symbol in literature and popular culture, with some Slovaks swearing it's their national duty to climb it. Twenty-five peaks reach higher than 2500m and the tallest mountains – like Gerlachovský štít (2654m) – attract the most hikers, revealing Slovakia as a nation of adventurers. You won't be alone tramping between the High Tatras' waterfalls, alpine meadows and more than 100 ultramarine lakes. In winter, snow transforms hiking trails into ski areas, mostly small and family-friendly.
Top experiences in High Tatras
High Tatras activities
Zakopane: Tour from Krakow with Options
A special trip with tapered options for the most select guests. If you are interested in transport by air conditioned car with and an English speaking driver who will double as your guide, choose the first option. You will be picked up from your apartment and dropped off in the 'capital city' of the Polish Mountains.You will also have the opportunity to visit Gubałówka, one of the best viewpoints in Zakopane. With spectacular views of the High Tatras, the area is still covered with snow even in May.You also have the option to extend your trip into the evening and relax in the hot bath pools; with countless outdoor and indoor swimming pools, water slides and Jacuzzis to relax in after your day.Last option is for sport fanatics - you can try yoursefl skiing or snowboarding in the best tracks of Polish Mountains. After that you can relax in Hot Bath Pools.
Most Beautiful Valleys in High Tatras - Slovakia
1 day: We'll arrive to the High Tatras late afternoon.2 day: Zelené pleso lake and Zamkovského hutToday, we will go for a hike to Zelené pleso. The mountain cottage called Chata pri Zelenom plese and the lake Zelené pleso belong to the most beautiful places in Tatras. It is surrounded by the peaks called Kežmarský štít and Jastrabia veža. From Zelené pleso hut we'll continue to the Veľká Svišťovka peak (2038 m asl.) and then around Skalnaté pleso to the Zamkovského hut.3 day: Two valleys Veľká Studená dolina – Malá Studená dolinaThis is one of the most beautiful, as well as more difficult hikes. We will start to hike from Zamkovského chata. From there, we will walk 2 hours, crossing the valley called Malá studená dolina, up to Téryho chata (2015 m asl.) There, we will have a short break and refreshment to get ready for more difficult crossing through, so-called, Priečne sedlo (2352 m asl.). It is relatively difficult crossing through the rocky peak, of which part consists of the path with the steel chains and footboards. After Priečne sedlo crossing, we will enter the valley called Veľká studená dolina, and we will go up to the mountain cottage, Zbojnícka chata.4 day: The valley Veľká Studená dolina- sedlo Prielom(2400 m asl.) - mountain hotel Sliezsky domIt is relatively difficult hike leading around Zbojnícka chata through very famous and popular valley called Veľká Studená dolina. But we stayed at Zbojnícka chata hut over night, so, in the morning we'll walk about 1,5 hours up to the saddle called sedlo Prielom, where we will be surrounded by massive peaks of Tatras. Then, we will continue to Polish ridge, and after another 1,5 hours we will get to Velické pleso and the mountain hotel Sliezský dom.5 day: The hike to Skok waterfallsFrom Štrbské pleso, we will go to Mlynická dolina. It is a very nice hike, in which we will come to the waterfall called Skok just after 2 hours of slow and easy walk.6 day: Bike: The valley Kôprová dolinaThe bicycle route ends by the Kmeťov vodopád – the highest waterfall in High Tatras with the height of 80 meters. From the waterfall Kmeťov vodopád, we will continue along the blue marked tourist route and slowly go up the valley. The terrain will be gradually more and more difficult. Kôprová dolina is 12 kilometers long valley and lies on the border of High and West Tatras. It has many side valleys providing the burrows and food for many kinds of animals (brown bear, bobcat, wild wolf, eagle, etc.) and suitable biotopes for the unique and protected kinds of plants. This is the place, where bears really live! 7 day: After breakfast we can go back to Bratislava/Vienna.
Rafting in High Tatras with transfer from Bratislava-Vienna
This rafting belongs to the experiences you won’t ever forget thanks to its rich nature. It is marked as middle to very difficult. The rafting's part is 17 kilometers long and it takes more than 2 hours. It is possible to raft the river only during spring when the snow melts (April-May). Rafting begins in Podbanské village and then it continues through the villages Pribylina and Vavrišovo. It ends in Liptovský Hrádok where you can change your clothes, we'll pick you up and go to the hotel.In one day we'll go for a bike to the valley Kôprová dolina.The ascent is moderate and easy; the route leads by good-quality asphalt, so it is suitable also for bicycles for transporting the children, and possibly you can see there also parents with baby carriages.The bicycle route ends by the Kmeťov vodopád – the highest waterfall in High Tatras with the height of 80 meters.The valley Kôprová dolina is 12 kilometers long and lies on the border of High and West Tatras. It has many side valleys providing the burrows and food for many kinds of animals (brown bear, bobcat, wild wolf, eagle, etc.) and suitable biotopes for the unique and protected kinds of plants. This is the place, where bears really live! If you were at this place early in the morning or late in the evening, it is highly probable that you will meet at least one of them.
11-Day Tour of Slovakia from Bratislava
This tour is based on active traveling and the authentic experience of Slovakia. You will be in touch with locals and experience authentic spirit of Central Europe. This tour includes a great itinerary, comfortable traveling in a private car or minivan and high standard accommodation in hotels. You will visit rush streets of old Bratislava with memorials, inns and restaurants. You will stop in the mining towns of central Slovakia where you can experience the unique atmosphere of Central Europe. You will explore the UNESCO town of Banská Štiavnica. Here you can go inside real mines, visit an old castle, an anti-ottoman fortress or nearby noble hunting castle. In another small old town Kremnica you can admire the Gothic church and imposing town castle.On your way you will follow the Gothic route of Spiš region. Here you will visit Levoča old town (UNESCO) and Spiš Castle (UNESCO). You will spend the night in the historical hotel in Spišská Kapitula (UNESCO).During your travels you will experience the unique atmosphere of small towns, appreciate culinary specialties, local wines or beer from small breweries.You will visit the castle ruin of Stará Ľubovňa, the stunning Orava castle and romantic chateau of Bojnice. You will explore the spooky ruins of Čachtice castle. The former residence of the bloody countess Elizabeth Báthory. You will stop in traditional wooden villages and old UNESCO wooden churches that are hundreds of years old.You will visit three beautiful national parks. You will spend one day in the High Tatras, the smallest European high mountains. Here you can hike into deep valleys or enjoy the atmosphere of mountain cabins. You can stop in beautiful Belianska cave or take a cable car to the top of Lomnica Peak. Here you can enjoy a coffee in the Observatory (altitude 2634 m) and a beautiful view from Poland to Hungary. Any more active hikers can climb to the peaks with a mountain guide.In Pieniny National Park we will visit old Carthusian monastery and raft the river Dunajec under steep rocks. You will have lunch in a Polish spa city or hike in a national park. In a another National park Slovak Paradise we can hike up beautiful river gorges or visit unique Ice cave.Itinerary:DAY 1 Bratislava and vicinityDAY 2 Mining townsDAY 3 Central SlovakiaDAY 4 Jewels of Spiš regionDAY 5 East SlovakiaDAY 6 Pieniny National ParkDAY 7 Hight Tatras National ParkDAY 8 Slovak Paradise National ParkDAY 9 Orava castleDAY 10 Bloody Bathory dayDAY 11 Farewell
Snowshoeing in High Tatras: Zdiar to Bachledova Valley
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productPass By: Muzeum Zdiarsky Dom, Zdiar, Presov RegionLearn about the way how locals used to live.
Morskie Oko - private tour from Krakow
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productPass By: Lake Morskie Oko, Tatra National Park, Lesser Poland Province, Southern PolandMorskie Oko is the most famous lake in Poland, and it is often said to be also the most beautiful one. It lies in the High Tatras at 1395 meters above the sea level and is surrounded by high mountain peaks reaching over 2000 metres, which creates a breathtaking panorama. Another great advantage of this place is that it is easily accessible. You can reach it by a picturesque 9-kilometer long route, on foot. Near the lake you can see PTTK mountain hostel located at 1405 meters above the sea level. It is one of the oldest and most beautiful of the Tatra mountain shelters and also a perfect starting point for trips to the higher parts of the mountains. Pass By: Poland Active - Day Tours, Krakow, Lesser Poland Province, Southern Poland.