Supporting local tourism and local communities 

Slovakia’s High Tatras region offers a unique opportunity to experience breathtaking alpine landscapes while supporting local tourism and communities. By visiting, you’re not only exploring pristine mountain trails and lush valleys but also contributing to the preservation of local culture and traditions.

• Support Local Communities: Your adventure helps sustain local economies, from family-run guesthouses to guides who share their deep knowledge of the region’s history and natural beauty.
• Experience Authentic Slovak Culture: Connect with the welcoming communities of Slovakia, where traditional crafts, cuisine, and stories are woven into everyday life.
• Explore Pristine Wilderness: Traverse some of Europe’s most untouched landscapes, from rugged peaks to serene glacial lakes, while respecting and preserving this incredible environment.
• Contribute to Sustainable Tourism: Join a growing movement of eco-conscious travelers by minimising your footprint and supporting initiatives that protect Slovakia’s natural and cultural heritage.

Embark on a journey that combines unforgettable adventure with meaningful impact, helping to sustain the rich tapestry of life in the High Tatras for generations to come.

On joining us for this trek, you will receive all the exciting trip info via our free mobile travel app. You’ll have access to your itinerary, countdowns, live updates, contact info, weather forecasts, know before you go trip info, kit lists and much more at the touch of a button 24 hours a day via your mobile phone. No more unnecessary use of reams of paper and the need of carrying around documents with you. The app is free to download and all info is customary to your adventure ahead. A’ppy days.

With being a small family business we pride ourselves with providing personal, professional and friendly service. We appreciate that everyone has different levels of experience and reasons for wishing to embark on this trip and therefore require varying levels of support and guidance. We’re here to help you every step of the way from the moment you join the flock all the way through to completing the challenge and beyond. Jim and Sue’s knowledge and expertise stems from dozens of years of travelling and exploring the destinations that we visit in order to fully support you in the lead up to your adventure.

Flights

On signing up for the trip, we’ll provide details of the recommended flights for you to book independently. Alternatively, you can book these through our ATOL and ABTA protected Flight Agent at an additional cost.

Flights are not included in your package to give you the flexibility to:

• Travel from your nearest airport

• Use your frequent flyer points

• Extend your stay in Slovakia if you wish

There are direct flights from London and other major UK airports to Krakow, making your journey to the Tatras simple and straightforward.

Transfers

There is one designated group airport transfer included in your adventure.

Your trip begins at Krakow Airport (KRK), with the group transfer departing at a designated time. Please schedule your flight to arrive at least 30 minutes before this time. Your driver will be waiting to meet you in the arrivals area.

At the end of your adventure, you will be dropped back at Krakow Airport (KRK). We recommend booking any flight departing after 17:30.

Travel options
There are regular flights to Krakow from major airports across the UK and Europe.

Please note that the group transfers are long (around 180km / 3.5 hours each way) and include a border crossing into Slovakia. For this reason, private transfers are not normally available, and you are encouraged to join the group arrival and departure transfers.

As both the first and last days of the itinerary are full and traffic between Krakow Airport and the city can be heavy, it’s not possible to arrange pick-ups or drop-offs at Krakow city hotels. However, there is a regular train service between Krakow city centre and the airport, running once or twice per hour with a journey time of just 17 minutes.

Passport and Visa

Passport requirements
Slovakia follows the rules of the Schengen area. Your passport must:

• Have a ‘date of issue’ less than 10 years before the date you arrive. If you renewed your passport before 1 October 2018, it may show an issue date more than 10 years ago, so please check carefully.

• Have an ‘expiry date’ at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave the Schengen area.

Check with your airline or travel provider that your passport and travel documents meet these requirements before you travel. You will be denied entry if your passport is invalid or has been reported lost or stolen.

Visa requirements
British citizens can travel to Slovakia and other countries in the Schengen area without a visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. This applies if you are travelling for:

• Tourism

• Visiting family or friends

• Business meetings, cultural or sports events

• Short-term studies or training

If you plan to visit other Schengen countries as part of your trip, ensure your total stay across all Schengen countries is within the 90-day limit. Days spent in the Schengen area within the previous 180 days count towards this allowance.

You do not currently need an ETA to enter Slovakia. For the most up-to-date information, please check gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/slovakia/entry-requirements

Travel insurance is compulsory for the High Tatras Adventure Trek. You must be covered for the full value of your trip and for the activities and altitude involved.

Your policy must include (at a minimum):

• Emergency medical expenses, evacuation and repatriation

• Trip cancellation and curtailment (including travel delays)

• Personal liability

• Baggage, equipment and personal effects (loss, theft, damage)

• Cover for trekking at altitude (up to approx. 2,800–3,000m)

• Pandemic-related disruption and medical cover

UK residents: we’ve partnered with specialist brokers Campbell Irvine Direct, who can arrange suitable cover for this trek. If you’d like a quote, please visit Campbell Irvine Direct.

Non-UK residents: please arrange a comparable policy in your country of residence that meets the requirements above.

Before you go:

• Send us a copy of your Travel Insurance Policy (schedule and emergency assistance number) no later than one month before departure.

• Disclose any pre-existing medical conditions to your insurer and ensure they’re covered.

• Note that a GHIC/EHIC card does not replace travel insurance.

Vaccinations
There are currently no mandatory vaccination requirements for Slovakia however we would recommend that your tetanus jabs are up to date.

For the most up to date details on vaccinations, please consult with your GP or travel healthcare practitioner 8 weeks in advance of travel and check the latest health advice for Slovakia from the National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC) on the TravelHealthPro website.

Severe allergies
If you have a severe allergy please inform us at the time of booking. We will do all we can to help, but unfortunately we are unable to guarantee an allergy free environment on this trip. You will need to carry your own treatment for the allergy with you, as ‘adrenaline auto-injectors’ are not carried as standard by AE leaders and crew. Whilst your leader is aware of our trekkers medical history, please also inform your leader on arrival of your allergy, and let them know where you keep your adrenaline pen.

You will be accompanied by certified Local Mountain Guide/s throughout this trek. They will be ultimately responsible for your safety on this trip. Our Guides have been carefully selected to ensure you have the best experience with a bit of humour thrown in for good measure.

Your Guide is a key part to this trip. They are all expertly trained and experienced in every field of mountain trek, bilingual (English and Slovakian) and have a huge passion for what they do and have plenty of knowledge ready to share with you. They are responsible for ensuring the complete safety, wellbeing and enjoyment of the team whilst also retaining a flexible and fun attitude. The Guide/s have radio and mobile phone contact with base, the local office and Adventurous Ewe’s HQ.

We believe the best adventures are shared in small groups – it helps minimise our impact on the environment, enhances safety, and creates a more personal, authentic experience.

The minimum group size for this trek is 14 people, and the maximum group size is 16 people. This ensures a supportive, sociable atmosphere while keeping logistics smooth and the experience intimate.

This trek has been created as a private group adventure for Gwent Police, bringing your team together to share the challenge, camaraderie and sense of achievement that come with exploring the Tatras together.

For more details or to discuss future private group adventures, we’d love to hear from you:
📧 info@adventurousewe.co.uk | 📞 01492 588 069

This trek is graded as Moderate to Tough. You’ll be covering between 11–17km each day across uneven and sometimes steep terrain, so a good level of fitness is required to fully enjoy the experience. Elevation gains are generally 400–700m per day, and while the trails can be challenging, the pace will always be steady and manageable.

Sections of the route in Slovak Paradise National Park include ladders, catwalks and narrow ledges, which are sturdy, well-maintained and secured to the rock. You should, however, feel comfortable with heights – imagine climbing a sturdy ladder to the third storey of a building. Your guide will always be close by to offer support and guidance.

As with any trek in mountainous terrain, safety is paramount. Your local guide will assess conditions daily and may adjust the route if necessary to ensure the wellbeing of the entire group.

A bespoke training programme will be provided once you join the team for this adventure to help you prepare both physically and mentally for the trek. The plan includes practical advice, video demonstrations, and tips for building strength, endurance, and confidence on uneven terrain.

The more prepared you are, the more you’ll enjoy the experience. Whether it’s regular hill walks, gym sessions, or weekend hikes, every bit of training helps build fitness and resilience for the trails ahead.

Our motto is simple – train hard, smile harder, and enjoy the journey!

A full kit list will be provided when you register for this trip. Good kit can make the difference between a fantastic adventure and an uncomfortable one. Well worn in waterproof hiking boots are essential together with a good quality waterproof jacket AND trousers.

An exclusive Adventurous Ewe discount code will be provided for the independent outdoor retailers on registering for this mountain adventure.

To help you get the very best from your mountain trek we will provide you with an exclusive Adventurous Ewe discount code to use in outdoor retailers both online and in store. They offer a large choice of kit that the staff themselves use while climbing, hiking, mountaineering, running, travelling or enjoying expeditions across the globe and they pride themselves on sharing their experience and knowledge of equipment so you can choose the right gear to suit you and your trip.

The Slovak Paradise National Park in summer is beautiful and relatively warm. From June to August the average daytime temperatures range from 18 – 22°C, but at night it cools down to ~8 °C. In the spring and fall it’s a little chillier, ranging from 10 – 18 °C during the day and 3 – 6 °C at night. Autumn is the driest season and also boasts some beautiful colours.

We recommend that you check the mountain weather forecast in the days leading up to your trek. 

3 nights hotel or guesthouse accommodation (twin share)

You’ll stay in a comfortable 3-star hotel or guesthouse in the charming village of Stará Lesná, nestled in the High Tatras. Accommodation is on a twin room-share ‘share and save’ basis, offering great value and a welcoming place to relax after each day’s adventures.

Single travellers

Our group trips are designed for shared accommodation in order to keep the cost at a minimum for you. Single rooms may be organised for an additional cost however this is dependent on accommodation availability. Single travellers share with people of the same gender in twin share accommodation. For more info or to request a single room, please get in touch with us at info@adventurousewe.co.uk.

Food

3 breakfasts and 3 dinners are included. Lunch is not included.

Slovakian food is fresh and hearty and staples include pork, poultry, cheese, pastry, potatoes, onions and garlic. Lentil and vegetable stews are also common, as is wild game, pasta and the Gnocchi dish “Bryndzove Halušky.” You’ll have plenty of time to stock up on local food for lunches while out hiking.

There are also a variety of restaurants in town, including European-American fusion, pizza, pubs and Italian. It’s possible to accommodate Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten free and Dairy free diets on this trip, just let us know at least 2 weeks prior to departure.

Drinking Water

It is not recommended to drink untreated water from the taps or streams enroute. You should take purification tablets or a filter bottle (such as a Water-To-Go bottle) to treat your water. We do not encourage the purchasing of single use plastic bottles. Bottled water can be purchased throughout the trek from the mountain huts, but we strongly discourage buying these as it contributes to plastic waste. For further info on purchasing an Adventurous Ewe Water-to-Go bottle please click here and help reduce the volume of single use plastic in this pristine alpine environment.

The impact of single use plastic is having on our landscape, wildlife and oceans, it is now more important than ever that we all make changes in order to help our planet. We may not be a huge global company but we’re passionate about playing our part and trying to make a huge difference collectively. Together we can dramatically reduce our consumption of single use plastics and support our responsible travel ethos of ‘Take nothing but photos, leave nothing but boot-prints, keep nothing but memories.’

You can make a difference too with taking part in this trip and purchasing one of these environmentally friendly reusable alternative bottles compared to single-use plastic water bottles. Grab a Water-to-Go bottle through Adventurous Ewe and receive a 15% discount. Even better, Water-to-Go will donate a further 15% to our charity partner, Cool Earth. For more info please visit here or email us at info@adventurousewe.co.uk to buy your Water-To-Go bottle.

Deposit of £95 per person is required on booking.
Remaining balance of £590 per person is due for payment 60 days prior to the trip start date.
Total cost: £685 per person

Please note, this includes a £10 per person loyalty discount as our way of saying thank you for joining an adventure with Adventurous Ewe again.

You are welcome to fundraise for a charity of your choice if you wish to do so. All sponsorship monies are to be sent directly to your chosen charity.

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