High Tatras Escape
STARTING POINT
Štrbské Pleso
FINISH POINT
Štrbské Pleso
DURATION
5 days / 4 nights
SEASON
From June to September
TECHNICAL LEVEL
FITNESS LEVEL
TOUR TYPE
Center-Based
PRICE
From 590€/person
- Enjoy a comfortable base at Štrbské Pleso in the heart of Tatras
- Conquer the iconic Kriváň, Slovakia’s most revered mountain peak
- Take in the breathtaking views that stretch far into both Slovakia and Poland
- Hike to the majestic Skok Waterfall, cascading into the valley below
- Spot rare wildlife like the Tatra chamois and marmots unique to the region
- Traverse the Mlynická Dolina valley, rich in glacial landscapes and wildflowers
Self-guided
INCLUDED IN PRICE
What to Bring to the Tour
Take a breathtaking journey through the High Tatras, Slovakia's premier hiking destination. This 5-day adventure, with a comfortable base in Štrbské Pleso, offers the perfect combination of stunning alpine landscapes, serene glacial lakes, and exhilarating ascents to some of the region's most iconic peaks.
The High Tatras, often called the "smallest big mountains" in the world, boast dramatic landscapes that rise sharply from the plains. The region is home to diverse landscapes, ranging from peaceful lakeshores to rugged alpine terrain, all accessible via well-marked hiking trails.
Štrbské Pleso, the second-largest glacial lake in the area, serves as your comfortable base for daily hikes, allowing you to explore the best the Tatras have to offer while returning to a welcoming retreat each evening.
From Popradské Pleso, a pristine mountain lake nestled in the shadow of towering peaks, to the Skok Waterfall, cascading dramatically down the rocky slopes, this tour leads you to some of the most beautiful spots in the Tatras.
The ultimate highlight is the climb to the summit of Kriváň, widely regarded as Slovakia's most beautiful mountain and a symbol of Slovak national pride. Standing at the top, you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views that stretch into Poland, making the challenging ascent well worth the effort.
Along the way, keep an eye out for rare wildlife such as the Tatra chamois, as the region is home to unique species found nowhere else in Slovakia.
We understand that a seamless experience is key to fully enjoying your adventure, which is why our itinerary is designed with every detail in mind. We take care of all logistics, from booking you into a comfortable hotel in Štrbske Pleso to providing you with detailed digital guidebooks and GPS tracks to guide you through each day with in-depth information about every stage of the journey.
eady to explore Slovakia's most treasured alpine escape?
Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Of course. We aim to make your decision as easy as possible. Therefore, we crafted several selections targeted at particular groups of hikers – Best for Beginners, Best for Advanced Hikers, Mountain Hikes, Pilgrimages, Classic Treks, etc.
If you remain unsure and overwhelmed, you can fill out this form or book a call with us, and we can help you directly.
Number of people
A fantastic 3 day self guided Hut to Hut hike around Triglav National Park in Slovenia. We experienced a full range of weather which made it an unforgettable trip. The organisation and back up support with GPS maps etc was excellent. Hut staff were friendly and very happy to give advice and suggestions on the routes and directions. Would recommend.
My friend and I went with Triglav Tours for a 3 day, 2 night hike this summer and had the most amazing time!! Our guide, Bine, was awesome and had lots of cool facts to share about the area we were hiking. Additionally, my friend and I had not completed such a technical hike before and the guide and other guests were very patient with us and encouraging, ensuring we felt safe the entire time. The overnights were also such a fun way to get to know Bine, the other guests, and other hikers as well. Cannot recommend Triglav tours enough!!!
I arranged a six-day/five-night trip with Hut to Hut Slovenia. It's the first time I've gone with a tour organizer and I can say it went really well. In the past I've arranged huts myself and it is a huge hassle figuring out how to make the bookings, if the bookings actually exist, and what good/viable routes might be. Having this all sort was, at least to me, totally worth it. The routing is via Ride with GPS, which was great. I'd recommend bringing 1:25,000 scale paper maps as a backup, just in case. The huts themselves differ wildly. Some are really rustic with, ahem, interesting toilet facilities. One was accessible by road and thus had showers, a long menu, and even espresso. All will have some sort of food, but you might only have two options for dinner (one with meat, one vegetarian). The cuisine in the Slovenian huts leans strongly to stews and goulashes with minimal fresh vegetables and/or fruit. Certainly good and hearty but pretty much everyone I talked to said the food was better in the Italian and Austrian huts. Some huts are cash only, some take cards (but the card reader might be down). A 1.5 litre bottle of water is about 6 euro, so if you have a beer with dinner and also buy lunch you need to carry about 25-30 euro per day in cash (assuming you have a booking that includes breakfast). Of the six days of hiking, four were ridiculously spectacular, with the highlight being sunrise from Mt Stol. Getting up to the high mountains, though, can be crazy steep, with switchbacks only sparsely used. Descents are similarly tough, and you have to watch every step. For the first time ever I used trekking poles and my knees thank me. Two days were a bit of a slog, but this is probably unavoidable getting up to or down from the high terrain. Would I do something like this again? Yes, absolutely! But next time it will probably be the Dolomites.
We had a lovely hike today with our guide Klemen. He personalized the tour on our needs and interests, so that we saw places we wouldn't without his experience. The hike was a little bit slippery after the rain from the last days and it went a lot upwards, but it was totally worth it! Thanks again :)
Self-Guided
On a self-guided tour, you explore a destination independently, following a pre-planned route and itinerary without a guide but with all necessary information and accommodation bookings provided in advance.