Climb Mount Triglav (2864m)

Mount Triglav is an amazing place and in general Slovenia is lovely and green, as well as clean. Everything went to plan, the accommodation and food was as advertised. The guides were great, really friendly and knowledgable, and they did all they could to help us. I've given 4 stars not 5 as i don't think it was good value for money, but despite that it was a cool experience. Good introduction to via ferrata as well, no climbing experience needed.

It was grand despite not reaching the summit due to weather

Had the absolute best time on this trip. We got super lucky and had a great group, and Kristina was an amazing guide - we all felt really safe with her and she was super fun. The hikes are absolutely stunning and it’s fair to say that none of us wanted to leave.

In terms of weather, we saw it all - from sun, clouds, lightning storms (safely from inside), rain and snow. We weren’t able to complete the full itinerary because of the weather but we stayed at the first mountain hut for a day and then summitted the next day early in the morning and took a quicker route down. Kristina even made time for us to have a quick swim in lake Bled afterwards.

The food at both the hotel and the mountain hut was consistently delicious. The mountain hut is quite basic as you’d expect given how inaccessible it is, but it’s clean and cosy and I was happy to spend a comfortable day there playing uno, dobble and other games with the group + other hikers we met in the hut.

It probably is worth mentioning that the summit is quite exposed and there aren’t always opportunities to clip in. It snowed when we were there which made the footing more slippy. I don’t doubt that we would have turned back if needed as the guides were very clear that they put safety first but it’s something to be mindful of if you’re uncomfortable with heights.

This trip certainly exceeded my expectations. Slovenia is such a gem of a country - the scenery is stunning and the people are super welcoming. I spent a day or two in Bled before the trip started which I would recommend doing either before or after the hiking trip as it's well worth the visit. We were very lucky to have a group of 5 of us who all got along well and had a good laugh together - each of us had the right attitude, encouraged each other along and were all really excited about the challenge. The guides (Tim and Kristina) were exceptional - very knowledgeable, kind, supportive and most importantly extremely patient! We all felt really safe in their hands. My only feedback is that we were promised two guides throughout the entirety of the trip. This wasn't the case and I do feel at times it would have been safer with two given the differing abilities of the group. If you are looking to book onto the trip, do confirm with the team that there are two guides throughout the whole trip not just the summit. The hiking and summiting of Mt Triglav felt like such an achievement. Ahead of the trip, I didn't quite appreciate the extent of the challenge that lay ahead of us! The summit is steep and not for the faint hearted. Oftentimes, you aren't clipped in and on cliff edges. It was exhilarating and I am so glad that I did it, but if you have any fear of heights I wouldn't recommend this trip! A good level of fitness is also required. I loved the hut to hut experience, it felt like a true adventure. The huts are cosy and basic, but you feel a real sense of community with everyone else staying there. Food provided is hearty and comforting. All in all, it really felt like a once in a lifetime trip! I loved the challenge of it and would love to go on another trip with MBA. Thank you Tim, Kristina and Urska for organising and delivering an unforgettable experience for us!

From start to finish we had the best trip. Our guides Tim and Jakob were fabulous and attentive and funny. The scenery was amazing and the climb was as expected. . . We had all the kit and the guides checked and talked us through what we were doing and made us feel safe and looked after. The food was traditional and the accommodation great. Highly recommend doing this trip but make sure that you are fit enough!

Great challenge in winter conditions something that none of us expected in mid-September. Only 2 of us attempted the climb, crampons had to be used due to icy route, certain unsecured sections required good grip, certain parts had iron bars covered in snow/ice so could not be used for support. We did not manage to reach the top (with Tower) due to the changing weather and limited time allocated for the climb but climbing Mali Triglav rewarded us with beautiful scenery and still felt like we achieved something. Accommodation in Kredarica hut 2,515m is simple so in a bad weather be prepared for cold and pack accordingly. The food was really good, we tried soups, stew, goulash; there is no running water in the hut so come prepare to pay for a bottled water at a premium price; they prefer cash but you can pay by card. If you consider all provisions are carried by the helicopter, the prices are justified and in a bad weather the menu can be quite limited. We ascended via alternative Pokljuka route which was much nicer and more interesting than usual Krma Valley (used for descent). We had a lunch break in Vodnikov dom at 1,817m on ascent something that was very welcomed in this cold weather. Well-organises transport, very good and experienced guide Dean, overall a very good adventure.

Very good experience with expert friendly guides All was very good Food was not really good but Ok

It was hard work, but very rewarding. The two expert guides were safe, friendly and helpful. Incredible views and such positive experience!

Climbing Mt Triglav with Much Better Adventures was such a buzz. Sleeping in mountain huts, exploring new places, meeting awesome new people and not having to worry about getting lost (LOL) was mega. Loved it. And Slovenia… WOW. An absolute gem.

I highly recommend these guys. They were so helpful throughout. Setting me up with this trip, answering questions, helping with some pre-planning..all was effortless. I am so grateful. I'll defo be booking with them again for a variety of such positive reasons.

The mount Triglav hike was fantastic, the scenery and the challenge of the hike up to the accommodation on the mountain were brilliant. Unfortunately we were the only group this year to not be able to complete the via Ferrata to reach the summit due to poor weather conditions. I would absolutely recommend this trip hoping for slightly better luck than we had. Overall the guides and the food/ accommodation were amazing.

Wow what an incredible trip this one was. It was recommended to me by someone I met on another MBA trip last year and it exceeded all expectations. We had 2 great guides in Tim and Vladimir. I was mainly with Tim at the front of the group and was in his team to the summit too. His knowledge is exceptional, he set a good pace on both days and his humour helped put the challenge at the back of my mind. I came to this trip no Via Ferrata experience, some minor scrambling experience but Tim gave me the skills and encouragement to really improve my confidence and push myself. I found I became more a more confident and skilled hiker as a result and the difference in me from ascending to descending was visible! Going up we were never left behind as some have put on these reviews. The mountain hut was basic but it’s one night, the customer service from Katrina excellent (ask her anything you wish when put into the WhatsApp group, she’s so helpful), the route scenic with lots of wildlife and overall the ascend to Triglav physically and mentally challenging but very rewarding. The trip is good value and the only downside is that this trip had to end. My tips:

• Go in with a good fitness level and plenty of hiking experience, it’s needed as it’s physically and mentally demanding.
• You need a head for heights. Though clipped there are sections you’re not. The first section from the hut to the via ferrata section to the summit in particular we found the scrambling harder as there was still snow on the ground.
• Take a sleeping bag liner (they are allowed in most of the huts and it was confirmed the information on here is out of date)
• Take plenty of snacks including dry cereal bars if you’ve not experienced altitude before. It didn’t affect my breathing but I suffered some nausea from the altitude and was given something similar by our guide which eased it a lot!
• Take cash, most places in Slovenia don’t accept card. The mountain hut is expensive, for water €6 for 1.5ltrs.
• I extended my trip by staying in Bled and explored Bled and Bohinj. They’re not to be missed. Slovenia is picturesque with lots to see and enjoy. Lake Bohinj is incredible for a much needed dip to ease the Doms after this hike!
• Enjoy each other, utilise the guides, embrace the challenges facing you and have fun!

Fabulous views, well led, well surpassed my high expectations. Great mixed group too.

fantastic trip, well organised, great staff, amazing location

A proper adventure! The exposure on the via ferrata is incredible & Triglav National Park is so beautiful! I would say this is a very challenging trip & you really really need a head for heights!

Really good guide, good trip. Well organised.

An amazing experience. Beautiful hike, and the first time my partner and myself completed via ferrata. This was a challenging experience, but super rewarding, and we can't wait for the next one!

Slovenia is incredibly beautiful, and climbing Triglav is no exception. The views and countryside are unbeatable. This trip is 100% worth it but be warned that it is a lot more difficult than it sounds. The ascent is sharp and fast, with lots of scrambling, and even at 2500m, you really start to feel the thinner air in the exertion. I would treat this trip as 'tough' rather than 'challenging', as I've been on treks graded as 'challenging' by MBA and this one is certainly the hardest trek I've ever done!

Really fantastic trip! The climb to the summit was challenging but Andraz and Alenka were amazing guides! Would definitely recommend this trip!

Great experience. Unfortunately myself and another member of the team were often left behind on the via Ferrata. The group splits into groups of 4 with a guide per group. In my group the guide often went on ahead with two members and left myself and another behind. I have experience so I wasn't concerned but this was the first mountain and via Ferrata for the other member of the group that was left with me. I ended up helping them to the top and asked the guide twice to keep the group together and they kept going on without us. Potentially a one off but could have been really dangerous. The main guide was amazing, very understanding and caring. I would recommend this trip, just to be aware that that was my experience. The mountain hut is a really incredible experience and the views are to die for. All in all a great trip with a great group.

Had a wonderful experience in Triglav national park, unfortunately book the the last weekend available and was beaten by the weather. We met up Katarina the host on Saturday evening, to be told that due to heavy snow forecast for Saturday evening and Sunday morning out attempt to the summit will not be possible. Our two fantastic guilds did manage to make the most of the opportunities left to us, and climbed Visevnik 2050m to get the best view of Triglav. Looking forward to returning next year in August to complete the challenge,hopefully with better weather. Final thankyou to Jani at the Jazz hotel and especially The wonderful breakfast they provide every day

Perfectly organised weekend away with some stunning scenery. I don't think the hike up to Triglav Dom is that challenging for a fit person. Can't comment on the part of the trip to the actual peak of Triglav as the weather conditions didn't allow us to conquer the mountain!

This was challenging, as billed, although people of differing fitness levels will perceive it more or less so. It was a great intro to Via Ferrata. Slightly daunting, really exhilarating, always felt safe. The guide was really great, kept a good pace according to the group and was a really nice and interesting chap. He was joined by another guide throughout and they split the group in to two smaller groups for the final push to the summit, which we did after a short rest, on the same day, since we kept a good pace on the first stretch. Stunning views, all very well organised throughout, looking forward to the next much better adventure!

Fantastic trip, the via ferrata was a great experience and really made the climb memorable. Great group. The mountain refuge was comfortable. Would recommend bringing a headtorch as we started our summit climb before sunrise due to weather.

A great short trip, the first day is a decent hike and the second day provides a thrilling ascent up the steep and exposed ridge line. Note that there are nervy sections on the summit climb where the via ferrata guide wire is absent! Also, be sure to allow yourself enough time to take in the stunning Lake Bled before or after the trip.

Triglav is truly an action-packed weekend. Stunning views of the Julian Alps, great food and company, and topped off with a via ferrata section on the summit attempt that'll be a highlight for any adventure seeker. We were lucky to make a successful summit attempt in a narrow weather window - leaving the mountain hut in pitch darkness and watching the sun rise over Triglav as we approached the summit has to be one of my best travel experiences. Much Better Adventures delivers yet again!

Amazing, stunning scenery and the via Ferrata is not for the faint of heart! Such a thrill though! The hike is quite challenging but the views are second to none, loved it. Our guides were also really cool, had a few beers with them on the night!

Great trip, guides were execellent, really enjoyable experience overall

Hiking guides were incredible. Fun climb! Slovenia is beautiful, would recommend!

SUPERB EXPERIENCE ! I organised a private group of 8 (generally experienced trekkers) for my 60th birthday, postponed two years by Covid. We had high expectations from the inspirational MBA website and I can say they were exceeded throughout. Communications were clear and courteous , and all arrangements ran without issue. The in-country extended team (Katarina , the guides and the hilarious owner at the Jazz Hotel) were a pleasure to deal with. Triglav is truly beautiful. It is marked as "challenging" and it certainly is - most of us had been to Killi, Nepal etc and notwithstanding the lower height, we all found it every bit as tough. The mountain hut is basic but the food was hearty and views unbeatable. Due to the flexibility of the MBA team, we even managed a cold plunge in beautiful Lake Bled on completing the descent. Finally, for the lifetime memories, I thought the pricing was extremely reasonable. YOLO so get it in the diary! HG