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Mount Bistra

Destination
Mount Bistra 1

Mount Bistra

Duration

2 to 3 hours

Difficulty

Easy

Uphill climbing

250 meters

Best period

Late May to early November

Mount Bistra, National Park Mavrovo

Mount Bistra is a mountain that gives off a calm energy that awakens your relaxed self and leaves a healing touch. This mountain has a soft and full base with one of the most gorgeous landscapes and panoramas ever seen not only in National Park Mavrovo, but also in Macedonia and more widely in the region of the Western Balkans. The hiking trail and mountain itself are very open and calming areas; they relieve any stress with every step you take on the mountain.

The peaks has a wonder-full view that makes it easy to see more mountains and places surrounding Mount Bistra. The trail starts off at 1.650 meters near Carevec and gives an easy start to the tour.        

Places like these are unexplainable, enjoyable, and life-thrilling moments. If you are interested in relaxation and hiking in the National Park of Mavrovo, then you have found exactly what you need.

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HIKING TOUR DATA

Difficulty of the tour:

Duration of the tour:

2 to 3 hours

Length of the tour:

5 km

Uphill climbing:

250 meters

Required fitness:

Panoramas and landscapes:

Biodiversity:

Cultural-historical sites:

Have Any Question?

Just contact us if you need more information about the tour.

  • + 389 75 212 602
  • guides.mk@gmail.com

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