Enjoy lush landscapes, rolling pastures, meadows, and hills, where wild horses dance in the golden light of sunset. Discover the beauty of mountain rivers and crystal-clear streams that suddenly transform into untamed waterfalls, some soaring over 60 meters high. Climb a peak, descend into a cave—simply for the thrill of it. The bold can rappel down a cliff, and the bravest can take on a wild river canyon. Encounter raw, pristine, and exceptional nature. Yes, meet Balkan—the mountain that gave its name to the Balkan Peninsula. Welcome to the Balkan Mountains, a unique National Park!
Tour plan:
Departure in front of the “Čair” Sports Hall in Niš (near the ticket office) at 7 a.m. Traveling via Svrljig, Periš, and Kalna, we arrive at the mountain lodge at Babin Zub (1,580 m a.s.l.), from where we begin the ascent to Midžor (2,169 m a.s.l.), the highest peak of Stara Planina in Serbia. The peak is 8.6 km from the lodge, and in favorable weather conditions this distance is covered in approximately three hours. The hike is not strenuous and requires a moderate level of physical fitness. Return along the same trail to the lodge, packing of equipment, and preparations for departure back to Niš. On the way back, we visit the Bigar Waterfall. Arrival in Niš in the evening hours. End of program.
Details:
- Transportation,
- Guiding service,
- Travel organization expenses.
- Food,
- Personal expenses.
Sneakers or hiking boots, a few pairs of socks, T-shirts, a hooded waterproof jacket, a sweatshirt, backup clothes and shoes, sunglasses, a cap, suntan cream. It is also recommended to take candy bars, nibbles, refreshing beverages and water. Put everything into a small backpack.
A 50% advance payment of the total arrangement price is required at the time of booking. The remaining amount must be paid no later than 20 days before the start of the trip (with the option of installment payments). This program is based on a minimum of 2 registered participants. In case of changes in the monetary market (or the market of goods and services) or an insufficient number of registered participants, the tour organizer reserves the right to adjust prices, modify the program, or cancel the trip no later than 5 days before the scheduled departure
Trail profile: Total distance 17.2 km; total ascent 750 m; lowest point 1,540 m; highest point 2,169 m.
The organizer of the trip is travel agency Nature Travel Office, licence number OTP 38/2025 issued by the Business Register Agency as of May 06, 2025. Nature Travel Office is insured by an insurance policy against responsibility for travel agencies in case of insolvency and liability in case of damage to the traveller, number 30000058078, by the insurer MILENIJUM OSIGURANJE ADO Belgrade. The policy is valid from April 01, 2026 to April 01, 2027. In this program, travel agency Nature Travel Office applies their general terms and conditions of traveling, which are included in signing up for the trip.
