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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: BGN
- Languages: Bulgarian, English, Russian
- Climate: Continental
- Timezone: Europe/Sofia
- Population: Borovets has a small permanent population, estimated to be around 1,000 residents.
- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit depends on your interests: winter for skiing and summer for hiking.
- Visa Requirements Visitors from the European Union, United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and many other countries can enter Bulgaria visa-free for short stays up to 90 days. Some nationalities may require a visa, which can often be obtained as an e-visa or visa on arrival depending on the country of origin. US, EU, and UK citizens generally do not need a visa for tourist visits under 90 days but should carry a valid passport.
About Borovets
Borovets is Bulgaria’s oldest and most popular ski resort, nestled on the northern slopes of the Rila Mountains. It offers a unique blend of natural beauty, outdoor adventure, and traditional mountain charm. The resort is renowned for its well-maintained ski slopes suitable for all levels, from beginners to experts, making it a top destination for winter sports enthusiasts. Beyond winter, Borovets transforms into a vibrant summer retreat with hiking trails, mountain biking, and nature exploration. Its proximity to Sofia makes it easily accessible for both short getaways and longer vacations. Visitors are drawn to Borovets not only for its outdoor activities but also for its cozy alpine-style hotels, lively après-ski scene, and authentic Bulgarian hospitality. The surrounding Rila National Park adds to its appeal, offering stunning landscapes, waterfalls, and cultural landmarks such as the Rila Monastery nearby. Borovets is an ideal destination for travelers seeking a combination of adventure, relaxation, and cultural experiences in a picturesque mountain setting.
Top Attractions
1. Yastrebets Peak – The highest point accessible from Borovets, offering panoramic views and challenging hiking routes. 2. Rila National Park – A vast protected area with diverse flora and fauna, perfect for nature lovers and outdoor activities. 3. Borovets Ski Slopes – Well-groomed pistes for skiing and snowboarding with modern lifts and facilities. 4. Rila Monastery – A UNESCO World Heritage site located a short drive away, famous for its stunning architecture and history. 5. Samokov History Museum – Located nearby, showcasing local history, culture, and traditional crafts.
Popular Activities
Borovets is best known for skiing and snowboarding in winter, with slopes catering to all skill levels and snowboarding parks. In summer, hiking and mountain biking are popular, with trails leading through Rila National Park. Visitors can also enjoy horseback riding, ATV tours, and zip-lining. Cultural excursions to nearby monasteries and museums provide enriching experiences. Wellness and spa treatments are available in many hotels, offering relaxation after active days. Nightlife includes cozy mountain bars and restaurants with live music.
Borovets Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of Bulgaria
- Duration Range: Borovets is best known for skiing and snowboarding in winter, with slopes catering to all skill levels and snowboarding parks. In summer, hiking and mountain biking are popular, with trails leading through Rila National Park. Visitors can also enjoy horseback riding, ATV tours, and zip-lining. Cultural excursions to nearby monasteries and museums provide enriching experiences. Wellness and spa treatments are available in many hotels, offering relaxation after active days. Nightlife includes cozy mountain bars and restaurants with live music.
- Group Size: Private or shared tours
- Difficulty Level: All Comfort Levels
- Recommended For: The best time to visit depends on your interests: winter for skiing and summer for hiking. Pack warm clothing and waterproof gear for winter, and comfortable hiking shoes and layers for summer. Respect local customs and dress modestly when visiting religious sites. Carry some Bulgarian lev in cash, as small shops may not accept cards. English is widely spoken in tourist areas. Stay aware of mountain weather conditions and follow safety advice on trails and slopes.
Average Tour Price: $65
Lowest Price Tour: $45
Highest Price Tour: $220
42 Available Tour Excursions in Borovets
We are proud to share our long experience on the slopes with you. Our licensed ski and snowboard instructors are here to help you. We provide excellent service and booking your experience with us will bring you a great value for the money. Furthermore we have a personal approach with children and families, as sometimes learning new skills and sports could be also very funny. Get this opportunity to progress much faster than in a normal group with many people and spend with us a stress free holiday in Borovets - the oldest ski resort in Bulgaria.
Price: $150.25
Duration: 2 hours
Convenient Location We’re lосаtеd іn thе heart оf thе Воrоvеtѕ Rіlа rеѕоrt slope right bеtwееn thе twо lіfts. Ніgh quаlіtу Ѕkі аnd snоwbоаrd еquірmеnt of thе hіghеѕt quаlіtу available аt lоw rates. Great Prices Аttrасtіvе расkаgе рrісеѕ fоr lеѕѕоnѕ аnd еquірmеnt. Safety We carry chіldrеn-sized helmets at our ѕkі ѕсhооl.
Price: $62.03
Duration: 96 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 on the spot.
Price: $34.58
Duration: 1 hours
We offer a good equipment.Ski in Ski out position.Good service. Our staff will help you with put the boots on.
Price: $71.68
Duration: 9 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.
Price: $66.78
Duration: 3 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.
Price: $70.35
Duration: 1 hours
Drive away on a snowmobile, James Bond style. Have an unforgettable adventure through the forest with experienced ski guides.
Price: $89.43
Duration: 1 hours
Rent first season quality ski or snowboard equipment with a variety of world-famous brands to choose from. All of the equipment is serviced after each rent, so you'd be getting the best!
Price: $21.46
Duration: 1-7 hours
Explore the top 5 cities in Bulgaria. Enjoy the history, culture and food. During the days you wll visit monasteries, fortresses, castles, Roman theatre and stadium, museums and many more. The evenings you will be introduced to the night life - the most popular restaurants, bars and clubs. Every night you will be in different city, exploring Bulgaria's highlights.
Price: $1,072.01
Duration: 120 hours
Appreciating the diversity of Balkan culture can be difficult, especially with limited time in the region. Explore Macedonian culture on a two days tour to Skopje from Sofia. Enjoy the company of 2 professional guides - one from Bulgaria and one local from Macedonian. Travel the distance with ease via modern vehicle, and discover landmarks including the Skopje Fortress, Memorial House of Mother Teresa, and Old Bazaar, Matka Canyon with insights provided by your guides. During these 2 days tour, you will have the chance to explore one of the most bizarre cities on the Balkan Peninsula. Skopje is a mixture of authentic monuments from the Ottoman period, and new neo-classical buildings, complete with ornate columns and rooftop figures of nymphs. After the reconstruction of the new center has been done, as per the “Skopje 2014” project, the city became one of the popular destinations in Eastern Europe.
Price: $165.75
Duration: 48 hours
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
Price: $56.04
Duration: 48 hours
The Rila Mountains are the highest on The Balkan Peninsula with Mount Musala – 2925 m a.s.l. Rila (an old Slavic word, meaning “Water Mountain”) looks like a rough sea of mountain ridges and peaks, deep gorges and 150 crystal clear lakes. A big part of the National Park is under the protection of UNESCO.
Price: $143.09
Duration: 10 hours
Private lessons are a fantastic way to learn at your own pace and make a dramatic improvement in your confidence and skills on the piste. They are a good idea for all levels, from complete beginners who want to progress to blue and red slopes, to those that want to prefect their techniques. You don't have to learn alone, you can learn with family or friends of a similar level. We can take up to 3 people within a private lesson.
Price: $95.40
Duration: 2 hours
Take the worry out of your departure to Sofia (SOF) Airport and pre-book a private transfer to suit your group size (up to 8 people). Avoid the long lines for taxis at the hotel, and travel in the comfort of a Premium car or minivan.
Price: $67.97
Duration: 1 hours
Our mountain guides are the most experienced ones and you will be completely safe and secure with them walking around the 7 Rila Lakes. You will have the pleasure to get to the highest of all lakes - the Eye, the Tear, the Kidney, the Twins, the Trefoil, the Fish Lake and the Lower Lake and enjoy the super scenery revealed from there. Book this superb experience and text or call us for your preferred starting time. Then meet our mountain guide at the bottom lift station to the Seven Rila Lakes. We allow maximum 15 people in a single booking with 1 private guide. We operate the activity all year in all seasons. It's an experience of a lifetime worth taking!
Price: $261.15
Duration: 5 hours
The rental shop uses state of the art machines so that every piece of equipment receives the highest quality of service and maintenance.
Price: $29.81
Duration: 4-10 hours
We offer very affordable and high quality airport shuttle transfers using cars and mini-buses. From Sofia and Plovdiv airports to anywhere that you need transfer services, we can cater for. You can feel confident and safe with us, we are fully licensed, bonded and insured. Vehicle types will be catered for your group size, ranging from taxis and minibuses for smaller groups to large comfort buses for bigger groups.
Price: $89.43
Duration:
Discover the luxurious pleasures of prized Black Truffle. You will enjoy the traditional hunting for truffles with a trained dog and experience finding and savoring the famed Black Diamond. There are few people that have the opportunity to enjoy truffles at peak freshness. The tour will answer all of your questions about how to cultivate and cook with truffles.
Price: $89.43
Duration: 3 hours
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Important Tour Information
- Bring comfortable walking shoes and appropriate clothing
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- Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early
- Carry valid identification and tour booking confirmation
Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
The local cuisine in Borovets features traditional Bulgarian dishes such as banitsa (cheese pastry), kavarma (slow-cooked meat stew), shopska salad, and grilled meats like kebapche. Mountain herbs and fresh dairy products are common ingredients. Dining customs emphasize hearty, flavorful meals often accompanied by rakia, a local fruit brandy. Noteworthy restaurants include Mehana Chinarite, known for its rustic atmosphere and authentic dishes, and The White Stork, offering a mix of Bulgarian and international cuisine with mountain views.
Getting Around
Borovets is accessible by car or shuttle bus from Sofia, with a journey time of about 1.5 hours. The nearest airport is Sofia Airport. Local transportation includes taxis and hotel shuttles. Walking is common within the resort area. Renting a car is convenient for exploring surrounding attractions. Public transport options are limited, so private transfers or rental cars are recommended for flexibility. Costs for local taxis are moderate.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit depends on your interests: winter for skiing and summer for hiking. Pack warm clothing and waterproof gear for winter, and comfortable hiking shoes and layers for summer. Respect local customs and dress modestly when visiting religious sites. Carry some Bulgarian lev in cash, as small shops may not accept cards. English is widely spoken in tourist areas. Stay aware of mountain weather conditions and follow safety advice on trails and slopes.
Culture & Customs
Borovets reflects traditional Bulgarian mountain culture with warm hospitality and strong community ties. Social customs include polite greetings, often with a handshake, and respect for elders. Festivals such as the Kukeri carnival in nearby regions showcase colorful costumes and ancient rituals to ward off evil spirits. Visitors should remove shoes when entering homes and dress modestly in churches. Tipping around 10% is customary in restaurants.
