Hiking & Walking - Biking - Winter Tours - Rock Climbing - Paragliding - Yoga - Sports - Multi-activity


Hiking & Walking

Whether on vineyard paths or mountain trails, when you travel on foot, you experience a region intimately.
Macedonia, with a lot of mountains ranging from mild round shape in the eastern part, to fully alpine in the western part, with three national parks Mavrovo, Pelister and Galicica can offer unique hiking and walking experiences.
The main Hiking and walking destinations are our three National Parks.

The highest mountain peak in Macedonia, Great Korab 2,764 meters a.s.l is in Mavrovo National Park, located in the western-central part of Macedonia.
In the National Park Mavrovo you will find impressive forests that contain more than hundred rare species of different plants.

In 1948 The National Park Pelister was created - the first national park in Macedonia. Baba Mountain, more commonly known as Pelister is the southernmost mountain with alpine characteristics. Set between the valleys of Pelagonia and Prespa, it is over 465 million years old and the highest peak in the park is 2601meters a.s.l. The National Park is also rich with flora. There are 931 plant species, 61 species of lichens, 19 species of mosses and 264 species of mushrooms, 10 of these are protected at the European level.


The National Park Galicica, in the south-western part of Macedonia has its highest peak Magaro at 2255 meters a.s.l.from where you can have a unique view of the two beautiful lakes Ohrid and Prespa, at the same time.
The flora in the park are extremely rich and unique with more than 1000 different plants of which 176 are forest trees.

Besides these three main hiking destinations we can offer a lot more hiking and walking trips that offer the activity and level of challenge you prefer.

All our hiking and walking tours are accompanied by professional licensed guides according to international standards with all safety requirements.

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Biking

If you are keen on riding on two wheels, Macedonia offers excellent conditions to do so. Plenty of roads and tracks right here in the national parks, mountains and lake sides with flat terrain, get you to great panoramic views.
Excellent combination of physical activity and experience of the country as you go.

With us you can enjoy time-tested itineraries, a variety of biking routes, full van support, expert trip guides, outstanding hotels, and national cuisine, where professional support and local expertise mean pure, carefree adventure vacation!

Join us for unique biking tours and multi-sport adventures found right here in the national parks, mountains, and empty hill country of Macedonia.

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Winter Tours

Despite being one of the most southern countries in Europe geographically, Macedonia with its configuration and climate conditions, offers numerous possibilities for winter tourism. Winter recreation activities are in high gear on many mountainous parts of Macedonia with seasonal weather conditions setting an excellent stage for traditional winter pursuits.

The mountain slopes, the mountain bike and hiking trails, the roads leading up and down the mountains, around lakes… all transform into top winter routes when the powder snow falls at the higher elevations.

In the higher mountains, the snow cover remains from November till April. The thickness of the snow cover varies. In the high mountains like Bistra and Sara, the snow thickness is above 2 meters. From Popova Sapka to Mavrovo to Pelister, Krusevo and Kozuf, recreational centers, winter activities are in motion, highlighting the full potential of Macedonia’s winter tourism product.

During the snow covered winter months, Macedonia’s ski hills buzz with activity as outdoor snow enthusiasts, gather to experience some of the best ski, snowboard, cross country and snowshoe runs and trails available in our country.

Popova Sapka, on the Sara massive which runs for 80 km along the borders with Kosovo and Albania and is 12 km wide, is one of the most attractive winter sports centers in Macedonia. It attracts devotees of winter sports from all over Europe with its altitude of 1875m above sea level and favorable snow. For years, Popova Sapka has hosted the International Alpine Skiing Tournament called Sara Mountain Cup.

Mavrovo, on Bistra Mountain in the west of the country, attracts tourists during all seasons, but is epsecially attractive in winter when it is all covered with deep snow. There are tracks for beginners, advanced and top competitors in the alpine and Nordic categories.
The average snow cover is 1m which makes skiing and all other winter joys possible from November to April.
Bistra has preserved the lengthy tradition of organizing the Mavrovo Memorial Tournament in Ski Runs.

Mount Pelister, close to Bitola near the border with Greece, is valuable because of its unique flora on its slopes, due to which it has been declared a National Park. The greatest area is covered by the woods of "molika" native autochthonous five needle-shaped leaves of a pine tree, which is the special decoration and value of Pelister.
Due to its extraordinary beauty, Pelister is a favorite place for winter tourism. It has excellent slopes for skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing. Pelister is characterized by the variety of its different climatic conditions. On the peaks one can see shining snow until July, while in the ravines; snow is preserved throughout the year awaiting the "new snowfalls".

Krusevo, located on mount Busava in the centre of Macedonia, is also one of Macedonia’s prime winter sports destinations owing to its high elevation of 1300 meters. The ski terrains are located in the vicinity of the city and the chair lift departures from the very city centre. The pistes are at 1400 m altitude.
It is a well-known tourist place with a mild and favorable climate which enables tourists to have a pleasant stay, both during winter and summer season.

Kozuf is an extremely specific mountain that stands apart from other mountains in Macedonia because it is the first natural barrier in Macedonia, directly exposed to the influences of the Mediterranean and continental climate waves from the Aegean Sea. It is hard to put into words the complete joy of winter snow cover, the challenge that comes from the pure nature and insatiable need to absorb it with all your senses. From November to April, due to the northerly exposure, the entire ski center on Kozuf is under a constant snow quality, allowing the snow lovers enjoy in all winter sports and games.

The end of the summer season doesn’t mean that holidays are over; many destinations in Macedonia are preparing to welcome the tourists during the winter period.

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Rock Climbing

Since the 1980’s, there has been sport climbing in Macedonia. In 1990’s the first sport route was bolted, named Jumbo Jet graded 7a. Today the total number of routes already exceeds 200 and it is absolutely sure that in the fore coming years this number will double!

Most of the rock climbing scene at this moment is concentrated near the capital Skopje. The locality Matka is situated only 30 minutes drive from Skopje. The structure of the rock is hard limestone.
Another rock climbing locality is Demir Kapija, located in the central part of Macedonia.
If you like to experience climbing by a lake-side, you can do it in the area of Ohrid.
The climbing area in Ohrid can offer you the rock St. Kaneo, rock Trpejca, rock St. Nikola, rock Zli Dol and and several more.
Another climbing locality opened 20 years ago but just recently exercising sport climbing is the locality Ploca in the area of the town Shtip.

Besides the fantastic limestone rocks and brilliant mix of natural wonders, Macedonia exhibits a special blend of history and culture as well.
A very warm and welcoming country waits to be explored!

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Paragliding

If you love paragliding and strive to get an amazing experience – Macedonia will give this amazing experience to you. Conditions are excellent in the mountains above Skopje, Ohrid, Tetovo, Krusevo, Kocani and Prilep.
Usual flying season is spring, summer and fall.
On behalf of the flying sites: Galicica, Meckin Kamen, Vodno, Popova Sapka, Osoy, Mavrovo, Kocani and Prilep, our agency provides activities that are testing and challenging to individuals and small groups of paragliders. Our instructors on the tour will provide coaching, tandem instruction, and transportation to and from launch as well as a pick up at the end of your cross country flight.

Our idea is – go for a unique experience, flying safe and flying high at new and different sites.

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Yoga

Because of its green silent countryside, totally organic food, numerous spiritual places and perfect climate conditions, Macedonia is a perfect holiday destination for yoga practitioners.
Our agency can offer intimate, peaceful, quiet hotels and villas in a stunning environment, near the forest on the lake side or on the mountains, miles away from the daily traffic and rush.
We will help you take care of your body and mind comprehensively with daily yoga exercises, organic food products and beautiful nature surrounding. This way we can guarantee that our participants will return back on daily life full of spiritual and mental energy, ready for some new challenges.

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Sports

Organizing a sports tour yourself takes up a lot of time, effort and money and there is a lot of pressure on you to get the organization right. Whatever your sport, budget, age or ability, we have a sports tour destination or a tournament to suit your team of professionals or recreational players. We organize tailor-made sports tours through Macedonia enabling you to relax and prepare yourself for your big win.
Our friendly tour managers are passionate about sport and dedicated to organizing brilliant sports events or tours at affordable prices. Our sport tours are arranged to detail and at high level of personal service because our aim is, You to use Us year after year.
Whether you want handball tour, basketball tour, volleyball tour, football tour or any other kind of sport tour; for clubs, schools or university sport teams, don’t hesitate to contact us. Macedonia can offer you sport centers equipped with modern facilities and green terrains surrounded by marvelous nature. Besides the unique climate conditions and brilliant mix of natural wonders, Macedonia exhibits a special blend of history and culture as well.

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Multi-activity tours

If you are undecided about what you would like to do on your next holiday – go for a cocktail week of events full of fun, pleasure, physical and mental activities, go for a unique experience with a flexible level of challenge.

Macedonia offers tremendous locations and opportunities, with its marvelous scenery and landscapes, lakes, mountains and huge national heritage of medieval monasteries and mosques.
With numerous activities to choose from, like hiking, trekking, rock-climbing, paragliding, biking, cooking or simply exploring, we will arrange tailor-made packages to suit your interests and challenges, with special emphasis on incentive groups and adventure travel.

Come and experience us, expand your horizons, get the most of your time.
Go for a variety of multi-activity adventures.

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