Gorce Snowshoeing Short Holiday

Difficulty

Moderate

Comfort

Basic

Group size

3-3 tourists,
over 13 y.o.

Experience winter at its finest with a 2-day snowshoeing trip in the Gorce Mountains!

We'll leave Krakow by private car and head to our hiking starting point. From there, we'll trek to the Turbacz mountain hut for an overnight stay, then return via an alternative route on the second day.

Turbacz (1310 m asl), the Gorce's highest peak, offers stunning views of the Tatra mountains, especially in winter when the scenery is enhanced by snow-covered spruce trees.

The route will be tailored to the group's fitness and weather conditions, with 5 to 7 hours of hiking each day.

The tour cost is per group (1-3 people): 900 EUR. Meals and accommodation are not included in the cost and are paid separately in the mountain hut..

Pawel W. is the provider of this trip

The provider speaks: English, Spanish, Polish

I am a certified guide in the Polish Jura and the Beskidy Mountains, possessing the UIMLA International Mountain Leader certification, and I also work as a survival and ski instructor. Furthermore, I have undergone specialized training to assist individuals with vision impairments. I truly enjoy working with people and having regular interactions with nature as part of my job. As a mountain guide, my main focuses are professionalism and safety. To uphold these standards, I participate in ongoing training to continually improve my skills. I maintain up-to-date licenses and permits for national parks in the Lesser Poland and Subcarpathian regions. This extensive experience enables me to provide unique and customized adventures, particularly for those looking for excitement in breathtaking landscapes. I encourage you to explore the beauty of the mountains with my guidance!

Tour highlights

Stunning Winter Scenery

Experience breathtaking views of the mountains and picturesque winter landscapes

Challenging Adventure

Engage in a rewarding snowshoeing adventure with 5 to 7 hours of hiking each day

Mountain Hut Stay

Enjoy an overnight stay at the Turbacz mountain hut, located at the highest peak in Gorce

Route details

We begin our adventure with a private transfer from Kraków to the Gorce Mountains, where we set off on our snowshoe hike. The trail leads us through enchanting winter landscapes, with snow-covered spruce forests and wide-open clearings offering glimpses of the distant Tatra Mountains.

After several hours of hiking, we reach the Turbacz mountain hut, beautifully situated beneath the highest peak of the Gorce range (1,310 m). Here we enjoy a well-deserved rest, a hearty dinner with local specialties, and the warm, cozy atmosphere of a traditional mountain hut.

Weather permitting, we will head up to the summit in the evening to watch the sun set over the snow-blanketed mountains - a truly unforgettable sight.

Overnight stay at Turbacz hut.

Difficulty

Moderate

Does not require physical training but involves moderate physical activity

Tour provider's comments

We will hike approx. 10 km with up to 700 m of altitude gain each day.

No prior experience is required, note however that winter in the mountains requires really good physical and mental condition. The program is rather not suitable for children or older people.

Accommodation

Comfort

Basic

Camp Site

1 night

The accommodation cost is approx. 25-30 EUR per person. Please allow at least 2 weeks for the booking arrangements.

Tickets to group meeting place

Group meeting place

Lesser Poland Voivodeship, Krakow

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Weather during the tour

Weather conditions along the route

You will get a weather forecast for this tour’s route based on

the forecasts for this season
the statistics from previous years’ trips

Conditions

Included

guiding fee;
private transportation;
equipment rental (if needed) - trekking poles, mini-crampons, and snowshoes;
entrance fee to the National Park.

Extras

flights;
accommodation - approx. 25-30 EUR per person;
meals - approx. 25 EUR per person (dinner and breakfast).

It's important to know

In general, you will need a backpack, good hiking shoes, a first aid kit with your medicines, a warm clothing layers system, sun protection, wind and snow protective clothes, and a headtorch. Trekking poles, mini-crampons, and snowshoes are available for rental. I will provide the detailed equipment list prior to the trip.