The Seven Rila Lakes Self - Guided Hiking Tour

At a glance

The Seven Rila Lakes Self - Guided Hiking Tour is a 8h 30m guided experience in Sofia, Bulgaria, operated by Traventuria. Travellers rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 15 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $34.26 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Map, Fuel surcharge, Transport by air-conditioned minivan.

Quick facts

Duration

8h 30m

Group

Small group, up to 30 travellers

Languages

German, Russian, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Pickup

Meet at the start point

Confirmation

Instant confirmation

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation

Free cancellation (see policy)

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1

   The trip starts at 07:00 from the Vasil Levski Monument (Embassy of Slovakia)

2. Stop 2

   Once the group departs from the starting point, you'll reach the Panichiste lift. He, you'll pay for the chair lift ticket - 25 BGN.

3. Stop 3 · 5h

   Enjoy the hiking tour to the pristine heart of the majestic Rila National Park.
   Each lake is named after its most characteristic feature. The highest one (at 2500m/8200ft above sea level) is called Salzata ("The Tear"), from where we have a bird’s eye view over all seven lakes, as well as surrounding outcrops and deep valleys; the next one in height carries the name Okoto ("The Eye") after its oval form; Babreka ("The Kidney") is the lake with the steepest shores of the entire group; Bliznaka ("The Twin") is the largest of all; Trilistnika ("The Trefoil") has an irregular shape; the shallowest lake is Ribnoto Ezero ("The Fish Lake") and the lowest one is Dolnoto Ezero ("The Lower Lake"; 2100m/6995ft), where the water that flows out of the other lakes is gathered to form the source of Dzherman River.

4. Stop 4

   Arrive back at the starting point at approximately 17:30

Meeting point

Good to know

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Food: if you have forgotten to take a lunch pack or a sandwich with you, you can take advantage of the meals on offer in the two huts on our way. The menu is limited though: soups (lentils, beans), grilled meat and some basic meals.
• Difficulty: this walking route is moderately arduous, with individual brief paths featuring steep inclines. Please bring along comfortable hiking boots. Sandals and flip-flops are not accepted. Rain jacket might be useful in summer as heavy showers sometimes occur in the afternoons.
• Important! As with all lifts the one, used for the hike to The Seven Rila Lakes, may stop anytime (due to strong wind, power cut etc.). In the rare case, this happens, an alternative hike will be offered on spot by the guide. Mind that such a situation does not make you eligible for a refund.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Frequently asked questions