Ski Touring in the Pirin Mountains of Bansko, Bulgaria

Join certified guide Milena for a thrilling 3-day ski touring adventure in the Pirin Mountains! Explore stunning alpine landscapes, challenging climbs, and rewarding descents in Bulgaria’s Pirin National Park.

Private

Pirin

3 Days

Feb - Apr

High

Advanced

Highlights

A range of thrilling ski touring routes to choose from
Effortless access to the best slopes
Enjoy peaceful, crowd-free mountain adventures

Description

Dive into a thrilling skliing adventure in the Pirin Mountains! I'll gladly guide you through these astounding peaks, pristine trails, and alpine scenery, ensuring a safe and incredible experience.

Starting from the Dobrinishte ski area, a scenic chairlift ride will take us to Bezbog Hut at. From there, we’ll enjoy a rewarding climb to the summit of Polezhan Peak at 2,851 meters (9,354 feet.), followed by an exhilarating descent to the valley.

A quick transfer then brings us to Shiligarnika at 1,700 meters, the starting point for our ascent of Vihren Peak, the highest and most iconic peak in the range, standing proud at 2,914 meters (9,560 feet).

We'll also visit the Bansko ski area and ascend Todorka Peak at 2,746 meters (9,009 feet). The descent is a true highlight, surrounded by glacial lakes and serene pine forests as we make our way to Demyanitsa Hut.

With my guidance and a well-planned itinerary, you'll enjoy the very best that Pirin National Park has to offer. Contact me and embrace the chance to experience the magic of these Bulgarian mountains —come and be part of this ski tour!

Price includes

Guiding fee

Itinerary

Day 1: Descent from Polezhan peak

Short transfer to Dobrinishte ski area (15km). After taking the chairlift, which takes us to Bezbog hut 2200m, we start ascending towards Polezhan peak 2851m. The descend takes us back to the parking lot 1700m.

Day 2: Ascend Pirin´s tallest peak

Short transfer from Bansko (12km) to Shiligarnika 1700m. Ascending Vihren peak 2914m - the highest in Pirin mountains. 4-5 hours and 1300 hm

Day 3: Todorka peak descent

Short transfer to Bansko ski area (12km) Ascendin Todorka peak 2746m. The descend to Demyanitsa hut goes through beautiful scenery with glacial lakes and pine forest. 3 hours - 1000 hm

Details

Accommodation

We will stay in family-run guesthouses.

More info

A good fitness level is required, with the ability to ascend approximately 1,000 vertical meters per day. Additionally, strong skiing skills are essential, including the ability to execute parallel turns and maintain confidence on steeper terrain.

Meeting point

We-ll meet in the town of Bansko prior to our ski touring journey.

Equipment you will need to bring

Crampons

Water bottle

Backpack

Helmet

Poles

Ski equipment

Sunglasses

Goggles

Avalanche eqmnt

Equipment rent on site

Climbing skins

About the guide

Milena

5.0

(3)

Mountain Leader

I guide trekking groups, children’s camps, ascents in the Alps and ski groups in India. I have been traveling many times through the Nepali and Indian Himalayas and the mountains of Europe. I skied up and down Mera Peak, Larkye Peak and Saribung in Nepal, Grossglockner, Dome Des Ecrins and others. I also did numerous first descents in Bulgaria. I particularly enjoy off-piste skiing, climbing, alpinism and trekking. Please get in touch with me if you wish to travel in Bulgaria and live some unique outdoor adventure. It will be my pleasure to guide you here.

Languages

Russian | German | English | Bulgarian

Certificates

UIMLA

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What people are saying about Milena

Andy

Ellen

What a glorious day!! Niki was a top guide, really chilled out and knowledgeable - had an amazing day and learnt so much more about the mountain (and Bulgaria in general!) than I expected! Communication wth the company was great and they did their very best to make sure I could do this trip on mega short notice. Amazing all round - thanks guys :)

Isabel

Very nice and professional guide. Good experience