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Mount Musala Winter Ascent

Remark – it is possible to start the hike from Borovets ski resort in case the gondola lift is closed. This will usually require staying overnight in the mountain for one night.

Itinerary

Mount Musala

6:30-7h, +1000/-1000 m

Borovets ski resort

Transfer from Sofia to Borovets ski resort (1350 m, 1,15 hour drive from Sofia).

Ledenoto Ezero Chalet

We take the gondola lift up to about 2400 m, from there a couple of hours trek takes us to Ledenoto Ezero Chalet at 2700 m. From here starts the last part on the ridge, with a metal cable rope up to the top. Crampons are needed for safety reasons. The top offers incredible views in good weather.

Borovets

We will retrace our way back for the last gondola or descend to Borovets (an extra 900 m).

Sofia

Transfer back to Sofia.

Equipment Needed

hiking boots – waterproof and warm, to cover the ankle, with a hard sole
crampons compatible to your boots (may organize hire)
water and windproof jacket with hood
water and windproof pants
rucksack
warm hat
thin pair of gloves
pair of warm mittens
light down jacket or a warm fleece
sun cream
sun glasses
sun hat
water bottle or, preferably, flask – 1l;
snacks
lunch pack
snowshoes and trekking poles – we can organize hire
travel liner for the night in the hut

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Contact us if you have any additional questions. If you would like to purchase this tour package for 1 or 8+ people, please speak to us or fill out our form and we wll prepare a custom quote for you.

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