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Trek the Polish Tatra Mountains

Trek the Polish Tatra Mountains

Guided Walking Holidays in Slovakia&Poland

1 walk

Grades 2 & 5

745kg CO2

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The impressive Tatra Mountains take centre stage on this walking holiday in Poland – and they’re one challenge every walker wants to tick off the list. The crowning glory of the Carpathian Mountain range rises to heights of up to 2,000 metres and over 300 peaks form a formidable border with neighbouring Slovakia. You’ll have the chance to ascend the scenic Boczan Ridge via the rugged Karb Pass and Black Lake, climb the popular summit of Giewont, and take a cable car ride over the borderlands. And given the park’s status as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, there’s the chance to spot chamois, wild lynx, and even Carpathian brown bears, too.

What You’ll Love

Exploring the best of the Tatra Mountains on foot
Reaching the summit of Giewont in Tatra National Park
Crossing the border to walk in neighbouring Slovakia
A host of wildlife-spotting opportunities
Sampling Polish food and drink in charming Zakopane
Visiting rustic Polish villages

What's Included

Return flights from London Heathrow, including baggage and transfers (flights available from other airports - price may vary)
A choice of 2 guided walks per day with local leaders (on walking days)
HF Holidays Tour Manager
7 nights' accommodation in Zakopane
7 breakfasts & 7 dinners
All in-destination transport

Trip Suitability

This is a level 2 and level 5 graded Activity, Easier walks: 6 to 9 miles (9½ to 14½km) generally on good but rough paths, with some steeper sections. Up to 1,600 feet (480m) of ascent in a day. Harder walks: 9 to 13 miles (14½ to 21km) crossing rough mountainous terrain with steep gradients. Up to 3,500 feet (1,050m) of ascent in a day.

Some of the harder walks have sections with exposed scrambling, where there may be steep sustained ascent / long descent.

Itinerary

All our carefully-curated itineraries are designed by our experts. While we make every effort to adhere to the described itinerary, we may take alternative routes or adapt the running order for weather and/or operational reasons.

Daily Walk Options

Easier Walks

Good paths but walks are a bit longer. Some walks, particularly in mountain areas, may have sections over rough or steeper terrain.

Harder Walks

Good fitness and stamina required. Expect rocky terrain with sustained ascents and descents. Walks may include high summits and ridges.

Accommodation

Grand Hotel Stamary, Zakopane

With a spectacular setting in the eye-catching mountain town of Zakopane, the Grand Hotel Stamary is the perfect choice for a mountain getaway. Housed in a historic 1905 building, this 4-star hotel combines rustic charm with modern luxury. Beautifully appointed rooms featuring plush bedding, private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, complimentary Wi-Fi, and stunning views of the Tatra Mountains. Guests can take advantage of the hotel’s wellness spa and pool, savour local and international cuisine in the restaurant, and enjoy easy access to the town centre and ski lifts.

More Information

Before booking, you should check with your doctor to see whether any health precautions are needed for your trip. Health advice and requirements can change, so we recommend doing this in good time before travel.

As a general rule, travellers should ensure they are up to date with routine UK vaccinations and boosters, including, for example, MMR and diphtheria, tetanus and polio. Some countries may require you to have specific vaccinations such as Malaria, Rabies and Yellow Fever. Please check with your GP if you are unsure.

Please note that the use or possession of some common prescription or over-the-counter medicines is restricted or banned in certain countries. If you will be carrying medication, you should check with the relevant embassy or consulate before travelling. As an extra precaution, we recommend keeping medication in its original packaging, carrying a copy of your prescription, and, where possible, asking your pharmacist to provide the medication name in the language of the country you are visiting.

For further country-specific health advice, visit www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk or www.traveldoctor.co.uk. If you are travelling from outside the UK, please consult your own doctor and check local entry requirements.

This information is for those travelling with a full ‘British Citizen’ passport; for all other nationalities or passport holders, please check with your local consulate for advice.

Passport Requirements

This information applies to travellers holding a full British Citizen passport. Entry requirements vary by destination and can change at short notice. For most EU and worldwide destinations, passports must be valid for the entire duration of your stay. Some countries also require a minimum period of validity remaining on your passport (often up to 6 months beyond your return date), even if you are not staying that long.
We strongly recommend ensuring your passport has at least six months’ validity remaining at the time of travel to avoid any issues.

If you hold a different type of British passport or a passport issued by another country, you must check the requirements with the relevant embassy, consulate, or official government website.

Visa Requirements

Visa rules depend on your nationality, destination, length of stay, and purpose of travel, and they can change frequently. It is your responsibility to check whether you require a visa before travelling.
British passport holders should check the latest entry, passport validity and visa requirements for their destination on the UK government’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) website:
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

It's best to be prepared for all weather conditions. To make it easier, here is a list of items you should consider packing.  

Essentials 

Walking boots
Waterproof jacket
Waterproof trousers
Insulated jacket/top
Walking clothing
Walking socks (plus spares)
Sunhat
Gloves/mitts and warm hat
Water bottle (minimum 2 litre capacity)
Headtorch
High-factor sunscreen (minimum SPF 30)
Sunglasses with a dark lens
Rucksack (15-30 litres)
Mobile phone
Personal first aid kit (containing your medication, blister plasters, etc.)
Passport
Visa (if applicable)
Copy of your travel insurance policy
UK Global Health Insurance Card (formerly known as EHIC)

Recommended

Collapsible walking poles
Swimwear and travel towel
Snacks
Dry bags
Rubbish bags
Insect repellent

Optional extras

Camera
Sit mat
Flask for hot drinks
Durable lunch box
Gaiters
GPS device (excluding Bhutan, Georgia and India)

Book your holiday ‘with flights’ and you can choose to depart from a range of UK airports* to your destination. For latest flight times and prices please call us on 0203-974-8865 or email reservations@hfholidays.co.uk

If you choose to book your flights with us, we automatically include return transfers between the destination airport and hotel.

Alternatively, tailor your journey to suit you by booking your holiday ‘without flights’ and you’ll have the freedom to book your own flights from your local airport.

*Subject to availability

The local currency is the Polish Zloty (Euro and Card payments are also accepted at the airport)

230 Volt AC with round two pin plugs; you will need an adaptor for any appliances brought from the UK.

There are several ATM machines in Zakopane for the polish side of the mountains where you can obtain Zloty, and currency exchange offices (Kantoors) where you can change a variety of currency.

There are ATM machines in Novy Smokevec for the Slovakia side of the mountains where you can obtain Euros.

Carbon Footprint - 745kg CO2

We see it as our responsibility to minimise our emissions, not just for this year but every year to come. Our work with sustainability experts, ecollective, has enabled us to measure our carbon footprint and create a strategy to reduce the carbon intensity of our product by 5% each year. Our ambition is to be net zero by 2040 – earlier if we can.

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