Julian Alps 6-day guided splitboarding safari

Join IFMGA-certified mountain guide Rok Zalokar for an amazing 6-day splitboarding tour in the Slovenian side of the Julian Alps.

Julian Alps

6 Days

Jan - Apr

High

Beginner

Description

The beautiful central-European country of Slovenia is a perfect spot for winter sports. In this unforgettable 6-day splitboarding tour you will explore the Slovenian side of the Julian Alps with an expert local guide.

The Julian Alps are home to several picturesque ski resorts. This trip is perfect for all riders who wish to explore this beautiful mountain range and enjoy different types of terrain.

During our 6-day splitboarding tour participants will be able to discover three beautiful alpine villages located in the heart of the Julian Alps (Bled, Kranjska Gora and Bovec) as well as two of the best ski resorts in Slovenia (Vogel and Kanin/Sella Nevea).

Traveling from town to town, chasing the best powder in the region and discovering the best local meals, this 6-day adventure will be unforgettable!

You will spend 3 nights in Bled, one night in Kranjska Gora and one night in Bovec in family-run pensions. On our fifth and last night, we will rest in a cozy mountain hut in Sella Nevea.

You will find a more detailed itinerary below!

So if you are ready for this stunning 6-day splitboarding tour in the Slovenias side of the Julian Alps, request to book this trip! Let’s explore this winter paradise together!

I am also offering another outings for snowboarders in this same country: check out my Guided 6 day off-piste snowboarding trip from Bled and my Off-piste snowboarding in Vogel tour.

Price includes

Accommodation included
Guiding fee
Breakfast
Dinner
Transport during the trip
Transportation start and back

Itinerary

Day 1: Bled

Evening meeting at the airport, 30min drive to Bled where you will meet your guide and have a welcome drink, check the gear, discuss the weather conditions and plan our itinerary for the following days.

Day 2: Based at Bled- Splitboarding-Karavanke region, 5-7 h

On the first day we will ride in Karavanke region with possible descent to Slovenian or Austrian side. On the way we will refresh your splitboarding skills, basics of snow safety and avalanche training course.

Day 3: Based at Kranjska Gora-Freeride at Vogel resort area, 7h

Vogel is a quiet and small resort in the heart of the Julian Alps with magnificent views over Bohinj lake, mt.Triglav and the rest of the Julian Alps. As soon as we go off piste this small resort becomes a playground with endless possibilities. At afternoon we will change our location to Kranjska Gora where we will spend the night (you even have an option to go night splitboarding).

Day 4: Based at Bovec- Riding in Vršič pass, 6-8h

From Kranjska Gora town participants will appreciate the stunning view of Mount Prisojnik as a background. Vršič pass (1800m) offers great possibilities for riding and in good conditions we can even ride down to the Soča Valley. We will sleep in Bovec town.

Day 5: Based at the Rifugio Gilberti- Freeride 7h

Kanin resort has an impressive setting. Being one of the Europe’s snowiest places it has easy access to both Sella Nevea and Bovec. Here we can do an ultra classic descent from Slovenia to Italy. We will spend this night at Refugio Gilberti.

Day 6: Based at Bled-Freeride, 5h

This is our last day and we can be totally flexible with the itinerary. Mountains around Sella Nevea have lots to offer, so you can decide what and how to ride together with your guide. Transfer to the airport.

Details

More info

If you need it, we can provide you with the necessary splitboarding equipment.

Meeting point

Ljubljana airport

About the guide

-Rok

5.0

(13)

Mountain Guide

I grew up in Slovenia with Julian Alps as my backyard. Expeditions to Himalaya started when I was 17, started steep skiing at 15, climbing big walls at 13 and it was a natural progression to BASE jump and to become a mountain guide- a job that feeds my soul. I have been to several climbing expeditions to Peru, Kyrgyzstan, Tibet, Nepal and India.

I'm an IFMGA qualified mountain guide as well as an instructor for future guides, ski instructor, certified helicopter operator and a Heli Ski guide. Although my work took me all over the world my favorite place is still in the Julian Alps. Sharing the hidden places in my Home Mountains with my clients, guiding and teaching them to explore on their own is has been my biggest passion for the past few years.

Mountains are my passion. Winter or summer, climbing, flying through the air or skiing, it doesn't matter to me if I am guiding or having fun with friends. I simply get spaced out when I am in the mountains. Guiding for me is not a job - it is a state of mind and a lifestyle.

Languages

Slovenian | English

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What people are saying about -Rok

We had a fantastic experience with Rok. We booked a 2 day trip to climb Mt. Triglav in June, 2015. The first 2/3rds of the ascent were pretty easy. During this part Rok was less of a technical guide, but was very valuable in setting a good pace to reach our hut on time, knowing when to stop for rests, knowing where the next mountain spring was to refill our water, and providing us with some information about the social history of the area, and some natural history about the mountains and forests we were walking through. It really increased my appreciation for the area and helped me enjoy the trek that much more. On the second day we climbed to the summit, and this is where Rok's experience and guidance proved invaluable. The trail led us along numerous ridges, with shear vertical drops on either side, and near vertical climbs up shear rock faces, some with, and some without a via ferrata to tie off to. I found it quite nerve-wracking, and would not have been able to do it alone. Rok was very calm and reassuring the entire time, giving gentle reassurance and encouragement, which really helped. In addition, he took our safety very seriously which gave me the confidence to continue to the summit. The landscape and scenery around Mt Triglav is absolutely stunning - I have a fantastic time, and would not have been able to enjoy it (or complete the trek even) without the help and guidance of Rok - he really does rock (I've been waiting this whole review to squeeze in that pun). I could highly recommend Rok and Vertical Adventures to anyone looking to do some exploring and adventuring in Slovenia.

Maria

We enjoyed our trip immensely. Highly recommend Rok Zalokar as as guide. Very knowledgeable and patient with our group of climbers.

We had a great ski touring experience! Well planned, brilliant and nice guides - an awesome and recommendable company for everyone interested in adventures and life-long memories.

Thank you Rok, for an amazing climb up the northern wall of Triglav. Breathtaking scenery, great company and most importantly world class guidance which made the difficulties seem easy. A memory for life!

Benjamin

Rok was an amazing guide. He showed us an amazing place to climb and really pushed us to our limit. Highly recommend!