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Top 10 nature & wildlife things to do in Borovets

Wildlife, forests, gardens, and the green pockets of Borovets that make it bearable in monsoon and beautiful by November. Day trips and short drives where the landscape is the point.

  1. Snowshoeing hire in Borovets, Borovets1

    1. Snowshoeing hire in Borovets

    Explore the beauty of nature amidst the magic of winter. Experience the serenity of the spectacular winter backcountry of Pirin mountain.

  2. Horse riding experience from Borovets, Borovets2

    2. Horse riding experience from Borovets

    · 1.5 hours

    Horse riding for beginners and advanced riders in the ski resort - Borovets, among centuries-old forests and historical areas with inspiring views of the Rila mountain. Reconnect with nature. Feel the freedom, discover the power within yourself.

  3. Borovets: Hot Mineral Springs, Borovets3

    3. Borovets: Hot Mineral Springs

    5.0· 18 reviews· 3 hours

    Sapareva Banya is one of the most famous Bulgarian balneological resort. The only geyser in the country is located here. In the central park there is a fountain of steam where the water is coming out on the surface with 103 C -amazing! Located at the foot of Rila National Park this lovely resort attracts hundreds and thousands of people all year round. This is a fantastic opportunity to relax and chill out in outdoor swimming pool complex. There is a lovely local bar serving fresh drinks&cocktails plus snacks. It is recommended to bring with you flip flops and towels (bath robes and towels available on spot at extra charge) and wearing swimming suites is obligatory. Great fun outside on a fresh air and hot mineral water. Our driver will give you hints and tips to help you get the most of your time.

  1. Multisport day - Rafting on Struma, Rope garden and Zipline, Borovets4

    4. Multisport day - Rafting on Struma, Rope garden and Zipline

    5.0· 1 reviews· 2 days

    The biggest rafting center in Bulgaria offers you the best conditions and safety in the river. We guarantee: - many years experienced English speaking instructors. - safe parking lot for your car and valuables - toilets with running water and hot showers - changing rooms - neoprene full equipment, washed after each use with the appropriate detergent for your safety. - free Wi-Fi - longest river trip according to the level of the water - 8/10/13km

  2. Private Quad around Borovets, Borovets5

    5. Private Quad around Borovets

    5.0· 1 reviews· 1 hours

    ATV safaris are not a new way to entertain and experience the mountains. This ATV safari is perfectly designed to show you the best and to enjoy the nature and the Rila mountains. It's an experience everybody must take while in Borovets. There is no minimum participants.

  3. Borovets Ultimate Snowmobile Experience, Borovets6

    6. Borovets Ultimate Snowmobile Experience

    5.0· 23 reviews· 1 hours

    Take the unforgettable adventure through the forest of Borovets with experienced snowmobile guides! Snowmobiles are running every day, every hour from 10:00 am. to 7 pm. The customers are following the instructor throughout the whole tour on a custom-made itinerary in the deep forests with wonderful views and several stops on the way. It's a magnificent experience, lots of fun, adrenaline and adventure but keeping everybody safe. Choose among the tour options as you have the opportunity to book just a time and date by paying the deposit only and the rest via payment link or on the spot.

  4. Private Jeep Safari in the Rila Mountains, Borovets7

    7. Private Jeep Safari in the Rila Mountains

    4.8· 4 reviews· 2 hours

    Adventure with an open jeep among century-old rocks in the highest mountain in Bulgaria and on the Balkan Peninsula - Rila! For those who cannot think about their lives without movement and bright emotions, we guarantee a great experience amongst the beauty of breathtaking mountain views! The journey begins in Sapareva Banya, the city is famous for its hot mineral springs. On the way we will pass through St. Stephen's Monastery, the "Silver" area and the "Pariloto" where excavation works in 1915 revealed an ancient Roman artifact which testifies the Roman presence in this area, which was also one of the stops on the nearby main military road - the so-called "Dalmatian Road". We will see an interesting rock formation called "Evangelous Stone", which resembles the pyramid facing upside down.The legend says that people with sins, if they can get through this triangle, their sins will be forgiven. Wonderful views, impressive photos, will make your trip memorable!

  5. Private 1-Hour Quad or Buggy Safari in Borovets, Borovets8

    8. Private 1-Hour Quad or Buggy Safari in Borovets

    4.7· 12 reviews· 1 hours

    Our Quad and Buggy safaris depart all year in all seasons every round hour daily from Borovets. The beauty of the Rila mountains is explored on a picturesque route which adds to the total fun and adrenaline. The duration of the activity is 1 hour, which includes a 5-minute briefing. The customer drives the vehicle along a certain route following a guide who determines the speed and distance, also observes and controls the conduct of the activity. The customer is given a helmet to use. There is no required minimum number of tourists to run the safari. Our quad and buggy safaris are the best way to explore the mountains and the slopes in a fun, adrenaline and safe way. When the conditions are snowy all customers are upgraded to snowmobiling.

  6. Rafting on Struma River, Borovets9

    9. Rafting on Struma River

    4.4· 9 reviews· 3 hours

    This is the best river for white water rafting in Bulgaria and covers a long period during the year - March-November. It takes about 3 hours and is the longest river run (10-12km , depending on the river level). You will explore numerous river rapids with different level and difficulty. Your instructor will provide you with all needed equipment, you just need to have a bathing suit, towel and a t-shirt. On the rafting centre you are provided with changing rooms, toilets, outside showers, convenient parking lot, WiFi, bar. GPS coordinates of the location: 41.847986,23.141863, next to the metan station, a few km after Simitli Town. On the rafting centre there is a rope garden and zipline, which can be combined with the rafting. In the same area

  7. The Ultimate Snowmobile Adventure - 7 Rila Lakes & Panichishte, Borovets10

    10. The Ultimate Snowmobile Adventure - 7 Rila Lakes & Panichishte

    4.3· 7 reviews· 1 hours

    Zoom through the snowy forests of Rila during this exciting snowmobile experience in Bulgaria. Listen to a safety briefing before departing from Panichshte or the bottom lift station of the Seven Rila Lakes lift to start your adventure. Then, follow your guide aboard your very own snowmobile as you make your way through the powdery white snow of the forests. A truly unforgettable experience in the Rila mountains. Choose the best tour option for you and book it. Are you ready for an experience like no other in the Rila mountains?

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