Bears watching hiking tour
Hike and watch bears* in their natural habitat.
4 days tour
€645 per person
Bear watching hiking tour
4 days tour
Hike and watch bears* in their natural habitat.
Embark on a journey through the wilderness where every step brings you closer to understanding the world of bears. Hike and watch the life of bears in Podbanský.
Are you fascinated by bears, wolves or lynxes? Would you like to learn more about their lives?
Experience Slovakia will take you to places where there are the best chances to see them. You can observe bears from a safe distance and under the supervision of an experienced instructor. Together with our hike in Podbanský you will learn about the life of bears, their natural environment and their relationship with us. In many countries bears are already extinct, and we are proud that we can still see them here.
The High Tatras is one of the most popular hiking destinations in Slovakia, attracting thousands of tourists every year. In this tour, you will be able to see some of its main resorts and walk around a glacial lake in Strbske Pleso, surrounded by stunning natural beauty and making your adventure unforgettable.
* Although most of the time we see these animals in the wild during this tour,
there could be a small chance that you might not see all of them. We cannot
forget that we are entering their habitat instead of getting them to pose for a
picture.
This tour can be booked to start and finish in Krakow. If you choose Krakow as your collection and drop off point, an extra fee of 60 euros per person will be added to the tour, for a minimum of two people booking the same tour.
4 Days Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Pick up at the airport.
Day 2: Trip to Podbanský to observe the life of bears. We will follow a blue touristic route in Kamensita dolina. The route takes around 14 kilometres. The total elevation of this route is no more than 550 metres, and the highest point of it does not exceed 1500 metres above sea level. Along the trail, we'll pause at designated stations, each unveiling a chapter of the bears' existence— their habits, and the intricate dance between humans and these majestic creatures. As we venture deeper into the wild, the latter part of our expedition unveils a thrilling spectacle: observing bears in their natural domain, particularly in the rugged terrain of avalanche chutes. This immersive encounter is heightened by the expert observation techniques wielded by our seasoned guide, ensuring an unforgettable glimpse into the lives of these iconic animals.
Day 3: High Tatras, Tour Sample: Hikes in valleys - To Biele and Zelené pleso. Starting point Tatranská Lomnica. Difficulty: moderate, Distance: 12.1 km, Ascent: 826 m, Descent: 130 m, Duration: 7:00 h, Lowest point: 845 m, Highest point: 1,620 m.
Day 4: High Tatras National Park, Tour Sample: Strbske Pleso to Popradske Pleso. Duration: 4h 30 min, Distance: 10,6km, Ascent: 260 m, Descent: 260 m, Difficulty: easy. Drop off at Poprad or Kosice.
Meeting Point Poprad or Kosice (airport, train station or city centre)
Duration approx 8 hours each day
Included Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Professional Tour Guide
Excluded Flights, Travel Insurance, Entrance tickets for the attractions
Dates From May to October
Group size 2-8 people
Location Slovakia
Price €649 per person - discounted rate for more than 2 people booking the same tour
