Mountain Experience

One day tour

Shar Mountain, Jelachki Crn Vrv (Jelak Black Peak)

Ideal place for sight of the of Middle Shara. Jelak Black Peak is situated to the north of Popova Shapka near the former mountain hut of Jelak above a beautiful pine forest. It is an easy and attractive tour that goes through conifer woods and ends with a small, interesting ledge. From the peak there is a beautiful sight of the Middle part of Shara Mountain. This offer includes mountain tour to Jelak Bleak Peak and a visit of the ruined mountain hut of Jelak.

Difficulty Level

EASY

Best period

April and May

Equipment

Everybody has to know that the right clothing and equipment is essential for a successful mountain trip. There will be some items and travel clothes which you will want to pack for the journey which will not be required on the tour in the mountains, so these may be left at your hotel and collected at the end, a light fold away small bag is useful for these items.

The following list is a combination of suggestion, advice and our experience of what you will need. For additional information's do not hesitate to contact us.

This is what we think essential for safety and basic comfort.

Navigation
  • Compass
  • Map
Sun protection
  • Sunscreen
  • Lip balm
  • Sunglasses
Clothing - warm weather
  • Wicking T - shirt (synthetic or wool)
  • Wicking underwear
  • Quick - drying pants or shorts
  • Long - sleeve shirt (protecting from sun, bugs)
  • Rainwear (jackets, pants - waterproof and breathable)
  • Sun - shielding hat
  • Bandana or Buff
Clothing cool weather
  • Wicking long - sleeve T - shirt
  • Wicking long underwear
  • Hat, cap, skullcap, balaclava or headband
  • Gloves or mittens
  • Rainwear (jackets, pants - waterproof and breathable)
  • Fleece jacket or vest, and pants
Footwear
  • Hiking Boots suited to terrain and conditions
  • Trekking socks (synthetic or wool) plus spares
  • Gaiters (for snow conditions)
Other
  • Backpack 30 - 45 liters
  • Trekking poles
  • Energy food and beverages
  • Water bottle or camelback
  • Nylon cord (5 meters)
  • First aid kit
  • Knife or multi - tool, duct tape strips
  • Headlamp with extra batteries
  • Camera
  • Wet wipes and toilet rolls
  • Small Ziploc plastic boxes
  • Notebook & Pencil
  • Money belt

HIKING TOUR DATA


  • Difficulty of the tour:

  • Duration of the tour: 2 to 3 hours

  • Length of the tour: 5 km

  • Uphill climbing: 200 meters

  • Required fitness:

  • Panoramas and landscapes:

  • Biodiversity:

  • Cultural-historical sites: