Trip to 7 Rila Lakes & Skakavitsa Waterfall | October 2025
Schedule
Sat, 25 Oct, 2025 at 08:30 am to Sun, 26 Oct, 2025 at 08:00 pm
UTC+03:00Location
Sofia , Bulgaria | Sofia, SF
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Let’s go explore one of the greatest natural wonders in Bulgaria! ⛰️Join us on an unforgettable journey to the legendary 7 Rila Lakes and the breathtaking Skakavitsa Waterfall! 🏞️💧
Get ready to immerse yourself in the natural beauty and fresh mountain air of this incredible region. We’ll hike through lush alpine meadows, admire the crystal-clear lakes, and stand in awe before the tallest waterfall in the Rila Mountains – Skakavitsa! 🌲🐾🌿
📌 Trip to 7 Rila Lakes & Skakavitsa Waterfall
▪️ Dates: 25th–26th October 2025
▪️ Price: 109 BGN with the Erasmus Trips Bulgaria Loyalty Card or 119 BGN without
▪️ Organizer: ESMY Trips Bulgaria
✅ The price includes:
🚌 Round-trip transport from Sofia
🛏 1-night stay at Skakavitsa hut (hostel-style accommodation)
🆘 Travel & mountain insurance
🧙♂️ Professional mountain guide sharing stories and history
⭐️ Sweet surprise + free campfire party (bring your own food & drinks!)
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🧳 Program
▪️ Day 1 – Saturday, October 25, 2025
🕗 08:30 – Meet in Sofia city center and depart
🕙 10:00 – Quick stop for last-minute shopping
🕦 11:30 – Arrive in Panichishte area and start hiking with luggage
🕜 14:30 – Reach the hut and have lunch
🕝 15:30 – Short 30-minute hike to Skakavitsa Waterfall
🕟 17:30 – Return to the hut and check-in
🕖 Free time until 19:00
🕢 19:30 – Dinner and campfire party time 🎉
▪️ Day 2 – Sunday, October 26, 2025
🕗 07:00 – Musical wake-up
🕣 07:30–08:00 – Breakfast
🕙 08:00–10:30 – Hike to the first of the 7 Rila Lakes
🕦 11:00–12:00 – Optional hike to the lake viewpoint (or rest break)
🕝 13:00–15:00 – Return via a different scenic route to the lunch hut
🕝 15:00–15:30 – Lunch
🕓 16:00 – Optional ride back to the bus via lift or jeep (extra 12 BGN)
🕖 17:30 – Depart for Sofia
🕢 19:00 – Arrival in Sofia
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📋 Booking & Payment:
To join the trip, please book and pay before October 20, 2025.
After registration, you will receive an email with all payment details.
👉 Book your spot here: forms.gle/1WnieiBDVV2zF43u5
✔️ Make sure your phone and email are entered correctly (preferably with WhatsApp).
📧 Contact us:
✉️ [email protected]
📞 +359 896 86 06 09 (WhatsApp)
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🎒 What to bring?
▪️ 50–60 BGN in cash for food & drinks
▪️ Warm clothes and sturdy hiking shoes
▪️ Raincoat + extra clothes and shoes
▪️ Snacks/chocolates for the first day
▪️ Towel
▪️ And most importantly: a big adventurous spirit – be ready for a wild mountain party! 🤩
‼️ IMPORTANT
This is not a casual tourist trip. It’s for true nature lovers who enjoy long hikes and mountain adventures.
ℹ️ All trips by ESMY Trips Bulgaria are supported by licensed tour agencies – **Mondel Travel** or **Classic Tour BG**.
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Where is it happening?
Sofia , BulgariaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
