Adventures in the Gorges
Slovakia
May 1–3, 2026
The Slovak Paradise National Park is famous for its dramatic gorges cutting through the mountain massif, creating amazing opportunities for adventure and active travel.
The gorges, canyons, and narrow valleys are equipped with ladders, chains, and railings for safe passage. We will hike along rocky canyon floors right next to rushing mountain streams and waterfalls, experiencing the landscape from up close.
Group size: up to 7 people.
Program
3 days of hiking through gorges and canyons.
We can travel together from Budapest, or meet directly in Slovakia in the village of Hrabušice.
Day 1
Arrival, lunch, and an ascent to a mountain summit with views of the surrounding area and the High Tatras. Dinner after returning.
Day 2
The Suchá Belá canyon. Rocks, waterfalls, and cascades — ladders and platforms are built right above them. We will cross the stream many times on foot.
On the first day, there will also be an easy warm-up walk through a simple gorge and an evening walk to a very picturesque mountain lake surrounded by forest, with a small island in the middle.
After leaving the canyon, we will have lunch in a quiet forest to the sound of birdsong.
Day 3
The Hornád and Kláštorisko canyons — even more adventure! The Hornád is a real mountain river, and the trail runs right above it. Safe, but very exciting.
After about an hour or an hour and a half, we turn toward the Kláštorisko stream, with more waterfalls and cascades.
We cross the river and the stream by suspension bridges, horizontal ladders, and by wading, and climb a rocky slope with the help of handrails.
After the canyons, we descend the mountain, have lunch in a meadow, and return home.
Accomodation
In 4-person cabins. The conditions are simple and hiking-style, heating is available, and the shower and toilet are in a separate building.
The cabins get booked up very quickly, and if we do not manage to reserve them in time, we will have to stay in tents.
Food
Simple hiking-style meals — vegetarian or with meat.
We cook together.
Breakfast:
oatmeal with powdered milk and raisins.
Lunch:
trail food — couscous, fresh or pickled vegetables, nuts, cheese or sausage.
Dinner:
grain dishes with dried vegetables and spices, flatbread, fruit tea, dried fruits.
Stewed meat (tushonka) or vegetarian option with cheese and nuts.
I highly recommend trying the vegetarian option — 95% of participants end up loving it!
Price
320 € per person
Early booking (until March 24): 280 €
Included
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guiding and trip organization
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three meals per day
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accommodation
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national park entrance fees
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tourist tax
Not included
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lunch on the arrival day (bring your own)
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travel to and from Hrabušice
Hiking conditions
Daily distance: 12–14 km
Elevation gain and loss: about 450 m per day
Participants should have a reasonable level of physical fitness.
Cancellation policy
If booking is cancelled 24 hours after payment or later, only 50% of the payment is refunded.
If cancelled after March 22, the payment is non-refundable.
What to bring
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Backpack 30–40 L with rain cover
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1.5 L water
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Bowl, spoon, cup, knife
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Lunch for the arrival day
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Waterproof jacket
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Warm clothes (evenings can be cold)
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Spare clothes
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Personal hygiene items
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Leave about 5 liters of space in your backpack for shared food
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Tick repellent
Optional
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Waterproof hiking pants
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Trekking poles
Footwear
Best option: waterproof summer hiking boots and spare socks (in case you step into water in the canyon).
Running shoes are also acceptable — bring spare socks.
You can also hike in sandals (I personally do), but you must be ready to walk in cold water for extended periods.
