Adventure Hiking in Slovakia in a Weekend

excellent guides lovey scenery pleasure to holiday with made lots new friends (as we had large group ) went weekend of Oct 17th 2024 will use again as now looking for our next adventure.

Our amazing guides (Patrik and Michel) put so much effort into making sure we had fun. Everything went so smoothly from pick up at the airport to drop off at the end of our adventure. Nothing was a problem and all abilities were accommodated. I don’t really have a head for heights and wanted to challenge myself and with the encouragement of the group and some determination I managed the ladders and felt safe at all times. The safety briefings were pitched just right.. but read the trip notes to make sure you are able for and comfortable with the challenges. We had amazing weather which made the weekend very special. The hotel was great and provided a great selection of breakfasts and loads for vegetarians too. The start and finish were perfect. Just the right amount of free time. The group was managed ( but it never felt like we were actively managed) like clockwork… no hiccups, everyone found what they needed from the local bakery, shops, banks… everything was considered.

This trip under promised and over delivered. I will be back!!

We loved the hiking up the river with all the ladders and platforms! And the beautiful autumn colors of the forest in the crisp air and sunlight of the clear blue sky was stunning. Great food at the hotel too. And the thermal baths were perfect to relax after the hikes.

We had an amazing weekend with Patrick, our very knowledgeable guide for the weekend. He made it really fun and the scenery is outstanding. Hotel was simple, but clean and welcoming and had fabulous food. The town is lovely, feels very non touristy and the local restaurants and bars are cosy and great value. All in all, a great trip, worth every penny and would highly recommend

Patrick was a brilliant guide - knowledgeable and good energy. The photos don’t do this trip justice. Do it!

I loved this trip it was a fantastic mix of incredible scenery, amazing activities and great company. Our guides Jan and Roman were fab! They gave us all a warm welcome and looked after us brilliantly throughout the trip sharing their knowledge and passion for the local area whilst managing to set a pace that worked well for the group. I’d 100% recommend this trip, it was a great escape in a breathtakingly beautiful part of the world ☺️.

If you love hiking, have a head for heights and a good sense of balance then this is the trip for you, challenging but fun. The surroundings are beautiful and the guides were great. Levoca was a lovely town to be based in.

Had an amazing weekend in Slovakia. A very beautiful country. Great hosts in Jan and Roman. Fun challenges on the walking. Would highly recommend.

Great trip, beautiful views and friendly guides. Our group had Jan and Roman, who made the effort to make you feel safe and included! I’d definitely recommend this trip.

My first solo trip but third trip with MBA. After really enjoying my previous MBA trips, I felt confident enough to attend as a solo traveller. I added on a couple of days in Krakow beforehand which was really great and would recommend doing so as there is a lot to see and also some really great bars and restaurants too. Tomas and Miro were great guides and managed to build a good relationship with everyone in a short amount of time. I enjoyed how Tomas added in historical/political/cultural information about Slovakia throughout the trip, particularly appreciated because we had quite a short visit. The adventure hiking was SO much fun!! The accommodation was also perfect for what we needed it for, it was nice to be based in the same place for a few days. Definitely recommend this trip!

Highly recommend this trip-great getaway and hiking through the forest with the ladders and bridges did feel like it was far away from civilization. Also we were well shielded from the Sun with all the trees so bonus points for that

This was my first time going solo on a group hiking trip. Overall it was a great experience which I would definitely do again and recommend to others.

Our guides, Patrick and Fero, were excellent from start to finish. After being picked up from Krakow Airport at a set time and being introduced to the group, we got to see gorgeous views of Polish and Slovakian countryside, as well as stop for dinner, before arriving in the small but pretty town of Levoča. The hotel is old fashioned but comfortable and right in the centre, with a really nice buffet breakfast. There was some down time in the evenings to explore the area. The walk up to the church overlooking the town is well worth it for the views and takes about 35 -40 mins from the hotel.

The hikes each of the 3 days were all a 20-25 min car journey from the hotel. They were all different and each one offered something unique. The technical sections like the ladders, step platforms and bridges were fun and made the hikes more interesting, but felt very safe. There were plenty of rest stops and time to take in the scenery. Patrick and Fero were great at answering questions and explaining the area to us.

Other activities included a group dinner followed by a visit to a thermal spa on the second night which was a good way to unwind.

Last but not least the people I met on the trip made it 10/10 experience with good chats and plenty of laughs.

Had the most fantastic time, Met some fabulous people, loved the challenges and it was a challenge. Completed it though

Our guides, Patrik and Fero were wonderful. Levoca is a beautiful town to be based and the hiking trails in Paradise Park with the Via Ferrata were amazing. The description of this trip as moderate is accurate with the added excitement of the ladders to give some additional adrenaline. Hotel a good base with all the treks within half an hour drive, good breakfast, clean rooms although a little warm. Definitely recommend this trip!

The hiking on the trip was fantastic however the drive from/to Krakow is long and there are closer airports in Slovakia which would be more convenient for those flying from London that aren't listed as options. The food was pretty average and the hotel staff weren't very friendly. However this being said it was still a brilliant trip and we had lots of fun with a great group of people.

I could not recommend this trip enough. It was the perfect blend of beauty, adventure and fun. I’ve never enjoyed hiking so much! Our guides Patrik and Peter really were incredible and excelled at showing us how stunning Slovakia is, they fed us incredibly well and truly made our experience such a joy. A fantastic itinerary with Much Better Adventures, I would definitely do another tour with them again.

An unforgettable weekend in Slovakia with Much Better Adventures. LOVED it.

Over 3 amazing days, we hiked through a stunning national park. The terrain was challenging, so a base level of fitness is good but the steady pace allowed plenty of time to soak in the breathtaking scenery.

Having no prior expectations, I was completely blown away by the country's beauty. Our guides, Peter and Patrik, were fantastic and knowledgeable, making us feel very safe throughout the hike.

Frustratingly, our flight was massively delayed, missing our connecting bus. However, Much Better adventures, arranging a private driver for us. Completely hassle free.

After our daily hikes, returning to Levoca was like stepping back in time. Stunning. Delicious food and cheap!

I highly recommend this trip for anyone seeking an incredible hiking adventure!

This adventure hiking trip was amazing, challenging in places (a few big ladders to climb up the side of waterfalls) great fun and you saw some amazing scenery and met some great people. The group size of around 16 people was just about right. The fitness level of moderate was accurate, some steep climbs in places but our guides Patrik & Peter were brilliant at setting a pace which was comfortable for everyone and plenty of rest stops when needed! Levoca is a beautiful small town, and the hotel was clean and good size rooms with a decent breakfast included. I did this trip with my brother & sisters to celebrate a big birthday- we all loved it!

What a trip!! Gorgeous scenery, accommodation, location, food, people and tour guides. Started with a slight hiccup with our flight being 10hrs late but our tour guides dealt with the issue straight away therefore taking all the stress out of this experience.

All walks were gorgeous and perfectly capable, if you don’t mind braving the heights. The tour guides were experienced and encouraging and ensured a smooth tour for everyone.

The town we stayed in was absolutely beautiful with great restaurants that had been pre-booked by our tour guides.

I’ll hopefully be back to Slovakia. Thank you much better adventures

Thank you Peter, Patrik and Much Better Adventures for a truly memorable birthday trip!!

Firstly, the itinerary was so well thought out; each day was slightly different but always had a sense of fun and adventure! Loved scrambling over rocks, walking through riverbeds and climbing over all the platforms and ladders.

Secondly the FOOD!!! We were definitely not starved on this trip! The breakfast buffets at the hotel were substantial and don't get me started on the dinners! The Slovaks know their food...so rich and hearty! You must try the goulash, and the gnocchi dish with sheep (cheese) and bacon, before washing it down with a pint of beer or a glass of Kofola of course!

Lastly, this trip wouldn't have been so memorable without the help of our absolutely amazing guides! Patrik and Peter, thank you for making this trip so special! You were so enthusiastic, welcoming, and helpful. Your love for Slovakia really shone through! I fell in love with your country and can't wait to come back one day!

I can only rave about this experience. It was the perfect mix of fun, challenge and stunning scenery. Slovakia is a beautiful country with warm hospitality and absolutely delicious cuisine. I also highly recommend using Much Better Adventures. My first time with them, and I will definitely use them again! This trip was perfectly curated and executed. Most importantly, our local guides Patrick and Peter were phenomenal! So professional and easy to get on with, and clearly very experienced and knowledgeable.

Excellent few days spent hiking in the National Park, guided by Patrik. Fun group, lots of laughs and a very competent guide! Highly recommended and I will be back to explore the High Tetras next!

It was simply perfect! I loved that 'Much Better Adventures' brought me to a place I would have never thought to go to. Levoca was beautiful and full of surprises. The hikes in Paradise national park were amazing, just the right level of difficultly. The ladders did take me out of my comfort zone but Patrick, our guide, was wonderful at putting everyone at ease. The adventure was simply perfecly planned, we started with the most challenging hike and the difficulty decreased every day. The evening at the thermal pools was perfect to end our second day. We enjoyed a bonus dip in the local lake on a hot day thanks to Patrick's quick thinking and flexibility. And what a treat to meet and travel with incredible, like-minded people, the amazing group really made this holiday one to remember. Much Better Adventures found itself a retourning customer for sure!

Just got back from an amazing few days in stunning Slovakia. Have met fantastic people and made memories to last a lifetime. Climbing ladders, hopping over fallen trees, and navigating platforms over rivers and gorges was the best fun. We don't get to do that much as adults and this was great! Each day was different even though it was all in the same park, and it felt challenging enough without also feeling like a walk in the park. The town we stayed in was picture perfect, clean, quaint, and super cheap. Also loved the thermal baths and lake swim. Or guide Patrick was ace. Really friendly and knowledgeable and a cracking sense of humour. Would return to Slovakia in a heartbeat and can't wait to book another Much Better Adventure!!

Such a great way to get a taste of the nature and cuisine in this part of Slovakia!

The description for the hikes is spot on; this is a beautiful national park, and exploring it through the network of trails, ladders and catwalks adds something very special to the routes. A comfortable pace gives everyone the chance to appreciate the scenery, but never felt too slow.

Levoca is a lovely and very walkable historic town, with everything needed close by. Transfers to the start of hikes were <20mins, so very little time is spent travelling to/fro each day.

Big shout-out to our guide, Patrik, for shaking up the itinerary when storms threatened our good time on day 2 and 3! Consulting with the group, his knowledge of the area and experiences in the region meant we got the most out, and we had a fantastic trip.

A really super few days. Levoca is a beautiful town that I would never have found myself: lovely and quiet after a few days in Krakow. The first day of hiking was through beautiful scenery and so much fun! The ladders looks far worse than they are. Some bad weather limited our hiking on the second two days, but we managed another gorge and Patrik was proactive in thinking of fun and interesting alternatives to keep us occupied. I would be very happy to return and explore the Paradise national park more!

For anyone wondering about this trip, I'd seriously recommend going. We were lucky to have a small group, and a very personal experience from start to end, a nice easy pace with no-one feeling like they weren't fit to go again the next day.

I was nervous about the heights, I'm not the best on ladders, but our guide Patrick provided reassurance, and by lunchtime of the first day, we'd made it to the top with everyone buzzing.

On our second day he altered things to make the most of our time and avoid some heavy thunder storms, thermal pools and a couple of spur of the moment changes kept us busy.

Day three had to be altered, with weather not in our favour, but Patrick again made use of our time and we did an underground cave experience which fitted in nicely with our return to Krakow and sadly the end of our trip.

Food was excellent, great recommendations, friendly hotel, and lovely UNESCO town of Levoco as our base which was amazingly quiet. Don't miss out on the bakery for snacks!

Thanks to Patrick and Much better adventures for the experience. Hope to be back in Slovakia soon

Fantastic adventure. Beautiful country. Great friends. Our guides Patrik and Roman were key in making it extra special.

Roman an Patrick were really wonderful. Great company and looked after us so well. This trip was even better than expected. The beauty of the hikes, the city of levoca we stayed in, the knowledge of the tour guides. Everything exceeded my expectations. Highly recommend for anyone!

We had a fantastic trip and adventure in the Slovakian National Parks guided by Patrik and Roman. The Parks were beautiful and every corner throughout the trail provided another bit of excitement whether ladders, ledges or glorious meadow with views right across the countryside to the mountains . We had a great group which made it all the more enjoyable. Thanks MBA