Hike the High Tatras & Slovak Paradise

You need a good level of fitness as we will be walking 15-18 km a day with up to 700m of elevation gain.

The basics are: - Sturdy, broken-in hiking shoes or boots - Rain/windproof jacket - Lightweight, breathable hiking shirts, shorts and trousers - Warm jacket or sweater - Water bottle - Small rucksack for carrying personal items - Swimsuit - Sun protection (hat, sunglasses and sunblock)

Sure you can. The majority of our travellers are solo travellers. You will be sharing the room with someone of your gender. We never put females and males together in one room. If you would like a single room, you can book it for 80 EUR extra and pay it when you are in Slovakia. Please message the host after booking to arrange this, private rooms are subject to availability.

A good estimate for your drinks and the three is lunches is 50 EUR. This might vary based on what you buy and how much you buy.

It’s highly recommended that you take out personal travel insurance. Travel cover can protect you in the case of unforeseen circumstances, including cancellations, injuries, equipment loss, flight changes and other events that could negatively impact your trip. Note that standard insurance often doesn't cover adventure activities. We recommend using specialist adventure travel insurers, like [Rise & Shield](https://riseandshield.com/?ref=mdi5ywe), for your trip. Specialist insurers can cover unique scenarios, like trekking at altitude or emergency evacuation in hard-to-reach places, that ordinary travel insurance doesn’t cover. It's your responsibility to carefully check the details of your policy to ensure that you're covered for the specific activities you'll be carrying out.

You will stay in a smaller guesthouse of 3* quality in one of the villages at the foot of the Tatra mountains for 3 nights. The rooms are spacious and recently refurbished. It has WIFI and a small wellness center with saunas and jacuzzi. The rooms don't provide toiletries and you need to bring your own. The guesthouse we use can vary from trip to trip, so it may not be the same as pictured but all are equally lovely!

Yes, on Day 3, when you head to the Slovak Paradise National Park. You can't be afraid of heights here as you will be climbing ladders, and walking on bridges and iron platforms several meters above water level.

Breakfast is usually buffet style with cold meats, cereals, eggs, sausages, fruit etc. For lunch, we stop at a local supermarket so you can buy and pack your lunch and eat what you like. For dinner, you can choose from 3 different meals. You can expect traditional meals, including chicken and pork meat with potatoes and rice. However, they can also cater to various diets if needed.

We will meet on the first day at the Krakow Airport in Poland at 4:00 PM. Our guide will wait simply in front of Arrivals with a Skyhook sign. On the last day, we will drop you off back at the Krakow Airport in Poland at around 4:00 PM.

Day 1: No hiking Day 2: 19km, 850m ascent and descent, 8 hours Day 3: 16km, 700m ascent, 6 - 7 hours Day 4: 5km, 300m of ascent, 2,5 hours

The currency in Slovakia is the Euro. You can pay with a card in most places. Cash is needed on 2 days when we take a break in mountain huts, which do not accept cards.

Sure, just let us know what kind of diet you have and the hotel will prepare meals according to your needs. You can indicate this on your trip form after booking or drop us a message.

Unfortunately, a drop-off in the city is not possible as the transfers are long and the traffic in the city is usually very bad. However, it easy to get to the city by train from the airport. It's only a 17 min ride and it costs around 3€.

You can book the trip if you are at least 18 years old. The trip is also available for children older than 12 years if you would like to arrange a private group (please message us for information).

Slovakia is part of the European Union and the Schengen zone. Please check the following website for more information: https://www.mzv.sk/en/services/information-for-foreigners/visas-for-foreigners-to-enter-sr#352_xhfz_inpage_nav_3

You can leave your main luggage at the hotel while you're out hiking during the day. For the hikes, you’ll only need a day pack to carry your personal items.

June The mountains are lush and green, with wildflowers and long daylight hours. Temperatures are usually around 15–25°C. Afternoon showers and thunderstorms are possible, and the highest peaks may still have some snow early in the month. July One of the warmest months, with valley temperatures often reaching 20–28°C. Most trails are snow-free, but afternoon thunderstorms are relatively common. It is also one of the busiest months. August Usually warm, green and ideal for hiking. Conditions are similar to July, although the weather can become slightly more stable later in the month. Thunderstorms are still possible, and popular trails can be busy. September Often considered one of the best hiking months. Temperatures are cooler, usually around 12–22°C, trails are quieter and the weather is often more stable. Autumn colours begin to appear, although cold mornings and the first light snow on the highest peaks are possible. October A quieter month with beautiful autumn colours and clear views. Temperatures are usually around 5–15°C in the valleys, with frost, strong winds and possible snow at higher elevations. Warm clothing and some flexibility with hiking routes are essential. Head Guide's take: October could be the best possible time if the customers are lucky to experience Indian summer with stable weather and warm temperatures.