Polonyna Borzhava is one of the longest mountain ranges in the Ukrainian Carpathians, which lies between the rivers of Vicha, Borzhava, and Rika. The range is called ‘polonyna’ for a reason: in summer its mountains are covered with grass and bilberry bushes, and in winter it’s an endless snow sea. The two-day winter tour of Borzhava is easier than conquering winter Hoverla or Pip Ivan, but is nonetheless more demanding than the summer one in terms of efforts and endurance required, with deep snow, frost, and – sometimes – squally winds at the summits adding to the challenge. The winter tour of Borzhava is a fine training before the tours of Chornohora or Marmarosy.

• bus (or minibus) transportation
• meals during the hike
• guiding services

• equipment rent
• extra drinks and meals
• travel insurance

The program of the tour is designed for physically healthy people who are interested in outdoor activities. The average distance of the daily hike is 6-10 km with the necessity to pave the trail in deep snow. Some parts of the trek may as well be firned that requires the usage of crampons further complicating the hike. This tour is of higher than moderate complexity. During the tour, everybody carries his/her own backpack with personal equipment and a share of food supply for the group.

Higher in the mountains, the temperature may be significantly lower than that at the foothills, and strong winds may occur. Unpredictable weather changes are possible, too.

The guide reserves the right to make changes in the program depending on the weather or the condition of the participants.

• Backpack for hiking (40-50L for women, 50-70L for men) with a rain cover
• Tent
• Sleeping pad
• Winter sleeping bag (comfort rating -5..-10 Cº)
• Waterproof trekking shoes and a spare pair
• Gaiters
• Warm socks (1 pair per day, 1 spare pair)
• Thermal underwear (both top and bottom)
• Wind stop and waterproof pants and a light jacket
• Warm jacket
• Fleece jackets or sweaters (1 light and 1 warm)
• Warm hat and buff
• 2 pairs of gloves, a light and a warm pair (waterproof and wind stop)
• Warm socks (1 pair per day, 1 spare pair)
• Polyurethane sitting mat with a fixing belt
• Thermos with hot tea
• Small plastic bottle of water
• Individual dinner set (spoon or spork, mug, pot, knife)
• Headlamp
• Cellphone
• Trekking poles
• Personal portable first-aid kit and toiletry
• Sunglasses or goggles
• Sunscreen
• Set of clothes for transfers during the tour (shoes, socks, underwear, outerwear): please mind that the clothes after hiking may be wet or dirty

1st day: snacks for lunch, cooked campfire dinner.
2nd day: cooked campfire breakfast, snacks for lunch.

• No alcohol during the active walking part of the tour
• Please stick to the tour schedule and do keep up with the group
• Do not litter and take your waste with you
• Children under 16 should be accompanied by adults

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If you want to spend some time in Lviv and arrive before the tour, we are glad to offer the following services:

• transfer from the railway station or airport
• booking accommodation in hotels
• guided tours
• advice regarding your stay and leisure time in Lviv — don’t hesitate to ask!