Hike Slovakia’s High Tatras Mountains in a Weekend

This is an incredible trip! Our guide Jan was fantastic and kept us entertained and safe with his great humour and excellent knowledge of the mountains. The walks are very manageable for anyone with a decent level of fitness and the scenery is amazing. The hotel was lovely too and the trip catered well for vegetation diets. Thanks MBA for another great trip!

First of all, a big shout-out to our local guide, Jan. He was polite and checked in on everyone to make sure they were doing fine. Unfortunately, I was unable to do the second hike because of the boulders; I struggled to get across them on the first hike. But that's okay, as safety has to come before fun. The hotel we stayed at was just lovely, and the staff couldn't do enough for you.

The most well spent weekend in quite a long time! Too many memories worth cherishing forever. Definitely recommend this trip.

This was my first group trip and I would absolutely recommend. The group was brilliant, the accommodation was lovely (I even got a mountain view room!), the level of hikes was just what I was hoping for (mostly moderate with a couple of more challenging parts). Tom was a wonderful guide who ensured everyone was comfortable throughout the hikes, and also kept us entertained with fascinating stories about the history of Slovakia and its landscape. Already looking forward to booking my next trip with MBA!

Such a beautiful adventure through the High Tatrus Mountains with our amazing guide Tom

We were taken away by the beauty of this mountain range and the forest foothills

The routes were well considered, accessible to most with a few challenges to keep it interesting

The mountain ‘huts’ were an experience in themselves. The food was fabulous, hot and hearty, just the order after a morning of hiking.

The accommodation was superb, a traditional style chalet with all the charm. The staff were friendly and the food was fantastic.

Our guide Tom was the star of the show. Knowledgeable, experienced, organised and a real gentleman.

I’d definitely do this trip again if there weren’t so many other MBAdventures tempting me.

A wonderful adventure with wonderful people. I loved every minute.

This was my first MBA trip and it didn't disappoint! It's a very well organised trip – a lot is packed into the three days without it feeling like too much. The High Tatras are truly stunning and every hike gave us beautiful views.

The physical demands of the hikes were about what I expected. I think anyone with a good level of fitness would be fine – people who struggle with heights may find parts challenging (though I can get nervous with heights and was fine). I loved how varied the trails were.

I was impressed with the accommodation; the rooms are comfy and the food was much better than I was expecting. I'm vegetarian and they catered for me very well. The portions are generous! The wellness centre with sauna & jacuzzi was a lovely treat after a day's hiking.

Tom, our guide, was fantastic – he was great at making sure everybody was happy and helping the members of our group who found the trails trickier. He was very knowledgeable about the area and Slovakian history, and as a bonus he takes great photos! He really made the trip brilliant.

All in all the trip was everything I wanted and I'm already looking into what I'd like to book next!

This trip was excellent from start to finish. Our guide Tom was friendly, professional, informative and delivered exceptional guide service. The views on the trip were truly beautiful, and we were able to explore different areas of the Tatras mountains.

Accomodation was comfortable with a great view from the terrace of the mountains. The drinks were also very cheap, which was great for the post-hike refreshments!

Loved the experience with Much Better Adventures and would definitely book again with them.

I had a great time. Slovakia is stunning, and the hikes were varied so we saw the best bits. The hotel was great - they even arranged a room for us to watch the England game. We had an exceptional host (Tom) who worked really hard to make sure everybody got the most from the trip.

My only complaint would be the rating. I've done an MBA trip rated 'Easy' and it didn't feel like hiking (there was a few hours each day of gentle walks, but we spent more time eating). This trip was rated one level higher but it was a huge jump in difficulty. I expected the hikes to be longer and maybe more uneven terrain, but this was verging on mountaineering. There was very uneven rocky ground with sheer drops, and abseiling on a chain.

Tom was aware that I was nervous and checked in regularly that I was ok. Luckily he took us on the medium hike on day 1 to suss out our ability, and spent time advising me what the second hike would be like so I was prepared. In the end I decided to sit out the toughest hike. It wasn't ideal, as I'd booked for 3 hikes and only got 2, but I can't thank Tom enough for making sure I could make the most of the day. He suggested other things to see, arranged a taxi and phoned throughout the day to check there were no issues.

I still had a wonderful time and highly recommend everyone visit Slovakia. But I would suggest that MBA look at their levels - either an extra level is needed in between easy and moderate, or maybe some reflection of 'fear factor', not just physical grading.

Brilliant weekend away in the mountains the weather was just perfect and our guide Thomas was a super host explaining all about the area.

Just a great trip all round - beautiful scenery, excellent guide Tom and calm, effective decision making when we had a last minute mini crisis getting to the airport. Full marks all round.

The High Tatras mountains were stunningly beautiful, the hikes were different each day, the company was great, and most importantly, our guide, Tom, was fantastic. I can’t recommend this trip enough!!

Where to start…..? If you’re a lone traveller and want to get out there and do something amazing then this trip is for you. The people on this trip were amazing and so much fun to be around (trip goers and our guide Tom). The itinerary is full and the walks are for those who like a good hike and don’t mind pushing themselves. Having said that, our guide was able to adjust and tailor the walks a little according to the group dynamic. The scenery is something else and the food at the lunch stops hearty and wholesome. Accommodation is pleasantly simple and clean. It seems that at MBA nothing is too much trouble and our guide was the epitome of calm, confidence and charm all rolled into one.

This was my first MBA trip and it was honestly brilliant! The hikes, weather conditions, group and our guide Roman, were all fantastic!

The lodge we stayed in was clean, had almost everything we needed it. Beds are small but comfortable. Wish the had a toaster, more fruit for tracking food. Also a dryer for clothes been washed. The staff were lovely too did what they could which what they had. Overall I loved it and would go back. For the money food was great and tasty and drinks when great. Very satisfied and happy

This trip was amazing, 3 beautiful hikes in different terrain, you definitely need to be used to hiking at a decent pace. Roman was our guide and so lovely and helpful. The hotel was lovely and a few of us on our trip enjoyed the spa (only Sauna x 2 and plunge pool). We had the nicest, likeminded bunch of people which always makes these trips so much fun.

Hiking the High Tatras over a long weekend was the most amazing experience. Thanks to our guide, Patrik, everything was so smooth and well organised. He took care of everyone in the group and went above and beyond to ensure that we all had the best experience and could enjoy this stunning scenery. Even though our itinerary changed a little because of the weather, I was really glad Patrik made the adjustments to ensure we still had the best time - and remained safe (and a bit drier!) while doing so. I was absolutely blown away by how beautiful the hikes were, and especially loved how peaceful and quiet many of the lesser-known routes that Patrik took us on were. The lakes, the mountains, the alpine meadows - it was all just breathtaking, and it was really enhanced by such a lovely group. I honestly cannot recommend this trip higher - a perfect 10/10. This is my first trip through Much Better Adventures but I already have the next one booked and adding more to my wish-list. Thank you MBA, thank you Patrik, and thank you to everyone in my group!

I’ve just come back from an amazing trip to the High Tatras guided by the very patient, funny and polite Patrik. It was my first holiday of this type and was great to meet such a wonderful bunch of people and see such incredible scenery. My expectations have been well and truly surpassed, and it was so breathtaking oh all feels like a dream and my photos look like postcards! Thank you, I can’t wait to see what to book next!

A weekend exploring the beautiful Tatras mountains was made even better by sharing the joy of the trip with a fantastic group of people, lead by our host Jan who was helpful, knowledgable and excellent fun to be around! Never crammed so many sights, laughs and new experiences into just a couple of days out of office!

A fantastic weekend adventure with a great guide Jan who went above and beyond in bad weather to make a great trip. Everyone in our group was great fun. If you're considering this trip, book it!

My first much better adventures trip and it was brilliant. Great group size and our guide really took care of us. The accommodation was good and much better value for money compared to other solo tour companies I’ve seen for Europe.

What an incredible weekend in Slovakia! The most stunning trails leading us through dwarf pine forests, past gorgeous mountain lakes and high into the hills; all led by the brilliant Patrik. Patrik was the perfect host, so knowledgeable, and very friendly and approachable. He catered very well to everyone's different needs and abilities. Everything ran smoothly from start to finish, which meant that I could just enjoy rambling in this beautiful part of the world. Will definitely recommend this trip & Patrik as your guide!

Don’t think twice about booking this trip, just do it! Fantastic trip! The hikes were challenging but not too tough, comfortable accommodation, stunning views, and our guide Tom was awesome! Very knowledgeable and accommodating to the group.

Incredible trip to see the beautiful Slovakian Tatras mountains. Local guide Tom was knowledgeable and gave us recommendations that weren't included in the tour. The walks were well-paced, size of the group was good for keeping everyone together.

I would highly recommend this hiking adventure. The scenery is absolutely breathtaking throughout the hike. Tomás was an excellent guide with a great knowledge and passion for his country Slovakia. He constantly kept us updated and shared many local stories and history with us on the hikes. The accommodation and food were excellent. To summarise I couldn’t recommend this trip enough, if you love hiking Slovakia is a hidden gem you have to visit.

Fantastic trip 5 stars! If you’re unsure let me tell you now, it’s an amazing trip with beautiful scenery. The hikes are challenging but not too difficult, the accommodation is clean and comfortable, good value for money and our guide Tom was outstanding! 110% recommend! Don’t wait!

5* trip, excellent guide, incredible hiking and views perfect for a beginner/intermediate hiker. Highly recommend

Just an enjoyable trip, got lucky with weather, great guide, group got on very well.

5* absolutely fantastic trip! Tomás our guide was great, very knowledgeable, loved the great outdoors and history! The hotel was clean and comfortable, good food.

The high Tatras mountains and Slovakia are stunning, photos do not do it justice! The walks were moderate as described.

I am a solo traveller in the group and highly recommend it to anyone.

This trip was just amazing! The guide was very good. We had a perfect few days. Even the weather did not put us down.

We have just had the most amazing trip and experience in the High Tatras. Our trip was guided by Tom who was just perfect. He has the right approach to guiding and his love of the country and mountains really showed. Nothing was too much trouble and he adapted each day according to the weather etc. He would give us lots of information about the local area and mountains and the pace of the walking was just right. It has left me with lots of lovely memories to take away ⛰️😄