Via-ferrata routes are a popular way to access the mountains without any mountaineering experience. Essentially it's a series of iron rungs, ladders and cables fixed into a steep cliff. On this trip, you'll ascend 200m using a harness that's permanently clipped into a continuous safety cable. This, combined with expert guiding, ensures that you are in the safest hands possible, allowing you to enjoy an otherwise inaccessible environment. You don't need any previous experience, just a head for heights. You should also not suffer from vertigo.

This hike can be fairly strenuous at times, so you'll need a relatively good level of fitness and be able to hike for 7-8 hours in a single day. Being comfortable with heights is also an advantage during the via ferrata sections.

Sure can! Over 50% of our travellers travel solo, it’s a great way to meet like-minded people.

Summer is the best season to explore the area, but spring and autumn are also very pleasant, although come with a higher chances of rain. The average daily high is around 27°C in summer, but it cools down at night, so pack warmer clothes for evening hangouts at the cabin. Please note that the itinerary is subject to change depending on weather conditions, as some of the scrambling and via ferrata sections can be dangerous in bad weather.

Yes, you can safely leave your luggage at the mountain hut and just take a daypack out for each of the hikes.

We recommend checking out the country specific information here and also talking to a travel nurse.

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We suggest that you book travel insurance as soon as you book the trip, just to cover you for any last minute life changes. We know you’re an active lot and injuries do happen!

For current advice about travelling in Romania, have a read of the UK Foreign Office pages here.

All of our group adventures are especially designed for adults to enjoy (18+) as we want these adventures to bring together outdoorsy people who are truly like-minded.

"I cannot recommend this highly enough! The people on the trip were amazing. Easily the best trip I've ever been on!" Charlotte, 2019, Trustpilot.

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