Mountain Experience

One day tour

Peak Sandaktash, National Park Mavrovo

An old trail that represents part of the cultural heritage of the National park Mavrovo because many customs, events and legends are related to it, and these originate from the cultural tradition of the local population. The trail begins from the center of the village Nikiforovo and it passes near the place Petti leb, where a spring with the same name is located with one of the drinking waters in the park. From there we continue to the peak Sandaktash at an altitude of 1.981 meter. The first part of the trail is in the forest, and the second part, from the spring to the peak Sandaktash is in a zone of pastures where there is a possibility to enjoy the beautiful landscapes and view.

Difficulty Level

MODERATE

 

Best period

Late May to early November

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: 6 to 8 hours

  • Length of the tour: 16 km

  • Uphill climbing: 720 meters

  • Required fitness:

  • Panoramas and landscapes:

  • Biodiversity:

  • Cultural-historical sites: