Top Ohrid Outdoor Activities - page 2

This remarkable occasion let you discover the rural area of the region Ohrid & Struga by bike. With help of a local guide, you will make a 35 km. route. From the starting point in Ohrid you will bike into the mountains until you reach the tiny lake of the almost abended village of Trebenista. Here you can enjoy the natural view, while enjoying your lunch box to regain your strength. Afterwards you’ll be heading towards the city of Struga. This will be done via adventurous off-road trails and asphalt roads. Here you will have the opportunity to relax and absorb the city of the poets and bridges. Via the old road located next to the lake of Ohrid, you will reach the city of Ohrid. During this tour plenty of breaks and photo stops will be made.

This is a medium to a hard hiking tour through the footsteps of the old merchants. The highest point in the tour is 1565 masl. The trail of the old merchants abounds with a wonderful mixture of scents, colors, and sounds. Moving along this trail, we will visit some of the most beautiful areas rich in flora and fauna, some beautiful panoramic spots, one of the few watering places for cattle, and the longest cave on the territory of the National Park Galichica- Samotska Hole.

On this tour we will visit the biggest National Park in Macedonia, Mavrovo. During our drive to the park we will drive beside river Drim and we will enjoy on a amazing views on a two artificial lakes. We will visit the St. Bigorski Monastery, a calm beautiful place where we can enjoy and even talk with some of the monks, there we will also admire on the most beautiful iconostas in the Balkans. We will explore the surrounding nature and we will visit Duff waterfall where we will have nice walk to the waterfall trough a small canyon form by the river.

Once dressed in the canyoning equipment, the adventure begins. With the help of a professional, you will be able to overcome obstacles and go further into the canyon than you might otherwise have. The nature park runs along the river bed formed by water. As you follow the current in the canyon, jump into puddles, slide over the rocky slides, descend with a rope and swim in clear transparent puddles. On the way to the finish you will improve your canyoning skills at a rapid pace. After climbing out of the canyon and reaching your goal, your trip is complete and you have a satisfied feeling. This dopamine kick will stay with you as an absolute blast!

The aesthetic mountain Galica acts as a separator between the 2 lakes of Ohrid and Prespa. Due to its appeal and size, this piece of nature has been recognized as one of the natural parks of Northern Macedonia. The top of the mountain, called Magaro, has an amazing height of 2254 meters. After arrival at the starting point, the hike starts through the forest flanks of the Galica Mountains. You will experience the flora and fauna of this place under the guidance of a mountain expert. During the hike there are many opportunities to admire the amazing view over Lake Ohrid, which is currently 500 meters lower. The walk continues along 3 traditional mountain villages, where you will learn the stories about the survival of the residents during the harsh cold of winter. After a walk of about 2 hours and 3 km. crossed, visit the prehistoric village 'Bay of Bones'. After that you will be rewarded with a tasty lunch on the beach, which is only accessible by boat. So bring swimsuits and towels!

The lake and the surrounding mountains of Ohrid colors are different from the sky. While experiencing a natural way of flying you'll see how these colors change. You can choose acrobatics if you would like to boost your adrenaline even further. The energy boost you will gain after landing is something that you won't forget!

Roam through on of the most fascinating Natural Parks of the Balkans, known for the diverse wildlife and various plants. At the entrance of the National Park Galicica the excursion starts. The tour passes through the village of Velestovo and crosses a forest of low trunk plants and a rocky area. Furthermore, the route gets to a larger area covered with pastures and a natural mountain lake. Of course, along the way, there will be multiple stops to enjoy the stunning view of the glistering and brightening colors of the Lake and the city of Ohrid. So, plenty of beautiful opportunities to make pictures. While looking at the the other side of the lake, you will see the Albanian mountains rise above the mist that clouds the lake on warm days. During the entire drive, the guide explains about the specificity of the “Galicica” national park, its peculiarities and characteristics.

Mountain Jablanica has probably the most picturesque nature in Macedonia. The highest point is peak Crn Kamen with an elevation of 2258m. and the mountain is home to two glacial lakes. After we arrive at the village of Gorna Belica, the hiking starts and the guide will lead the way in the village, through the forest and to the highest peak, all the while enjoying the breathtaking nature. At the peak we make a 15 min break and as a way of celebrating we offer rakija (Macedonian brandy) to all participants. From there we descend to one of the glacial lakes were we'll make 30 min break for lunch and a time to swim for the adventurers (optional). From the lake the hike is downhill in to the forest and back to the village making a complete circle. This is a moderate 16 km hike with plenty of stops for resting and admiring the landscape.

Going on this trip will be a real escape from everyday life. We will feel the nature in Mavrovo National Park and visit the most spiritual place in the country, St. John Monastery Bigorski. We will visit two old villages situated in Bistra mountain to feel the rural life in this part of Macedonia. Enjoy!