Hike Slovakia's High Tatras Mountains in a Weekend: The Winter Edition

Would recommend this incredible trip to everyone I know. Slovakia is stunning and the variety of walks and views makes this adventure different everyday. From mountain tops to forest to waterfalls and mountain huts and even sledding. This trip was everything I could have imagined and more. Tom, our guide was fun, knowledgeable and professional- top marks for a trip I would do again in an instant.

Couldn’t recommend this trip more. It was my first experience of group travel and it really made the trip. Our guide Peter was amazing also!

This was an amazing trip, which I would recommend without hesitation. The guiding by Andy (Andrej) was first class. Andy is passionate about the Tatra Mountains and it felt like he had taken us into his world for a few days. He organised the Airport collections, did the driving, and put much thought into the food and drink for us all over the three days. The mountain huts he took us to were brilliant (one was a 4 Star Hotel). We were really well looked after by Andy and he was great company – both during the day and in the evenings. Lots of insight into the mountains, explaining what we were seeing and what the walk would be like, and advice and what to take and wear.

The views were amazing – obviously weather dependent – but even on the less sunny days there are woods, rivers and waterfalls to see and take in – and hot wine or Tatra Tea at a hut. On our trip we had a day of brilliant sunshine, a day of lower cloud and some snow, and a day of lots of snow. The variety actually added to the adventure – each day was different. The terrain is mixed, but certainly not difficult or particularly steep, no one had any difficulties. Walking in spikes gave excellent grip. Andy set a good pace and allowed the group to go at a pace that suited them.

We did so much each day - rounding off two of the days with the Hotel spa and local thermal baths was a real treat.

The accommodation was excellent, very comfortable and warm with great food.

An unforgettable three days in the snowy, and sometimes sunny, mountains.

Stunning landscapes, cosy mountain huts and beautiful snowy walks. Day 1 was approx 4hrs walking with breaks and Day 2 was a little longer but limited elevation for both. Seamlessly organised and so relaxing - I can't believe how much we did in a 4 day trip. Crampons and poles were provided. All we had to bring was good energy. The thermal baths were a perfect end to the trip. The guesthouse was really cosy plus great food & a lovely sauna area.

Very well organised trip packed with activities. We spent only long weekend but have seen and experienced a lot. A special thank you to Andrej - our guide. You were great!

Amazing few days. Sun and snow. Stunning scenery with dramatic mountains, snow waterfalls and streams. Great company. Excellent informative local guide with obvious passion for the mountains (Andrej). Fantastic trip highly recommended.

Honestly one of the best weekends ever!! Incredible scenery, brilliant group, and a fantastic guide! Andrej was awesome. Really love Slovakia.

I really enjoyed this trip. The 3 hikes we did were all great and I loved how there was always something to eat and drink at the top. The scenery was superb, especially when we had some sun and it wasn't cold. Walking up hill for a few minutes quickly gets you warm. The food at the hotel was super and our guide, Andi, was fantastic. I highly recommend giving this trip a go if you like winter hiking that isn't too hard. Also having a couple of days in Krakow too is good to add on.

The mountains were beautiful, great to walk in the crunchy snow with amazing scenery all around. The three different walks were varied and sufficiently challenging without being too difficult.

Peter was an excellent guide and we felt very safe in his hands. Everything was well organised and ran smoothly. Would definitely recommend for those looking for a little burst of mountain air.

I loved every minute of this trip; from pick-up to drop-off, everything was so well-organised. The hotel we stayed at was lovely, with great spa facilities and delicious meals. The hikes were challenging at points, but pretty easy-going for the most part- a nice mix. The scenery was stunning, the snow was gorgeous, and the huts we stopped at for lunch were cosy and had excellent food. The thermal baths were super relaxing, and exactly what was needed. The group dynamic was perfect.

Big shoutout to our guide Patrik- he really made the trip. He was super knowledgeable about the Tatras- from the wildlife, to the weather, the routes, and the history- I feel like I learned alot. He was well-organised and clear about what we would be doing each day, friendly, funny, and super helpful when it came to handling dietary requirements. Really couldn't have asked for a better guide.

Overall- an amazing trip with amazing people. If you're thinking about going on it, I can't recommend it enough!

Absolutely fantastic experience, would highly recommend. So well organised with great communication from MBA from the offset. Hotel facilities were better than expected and the food was amazing. Great group of people on the trip, like-minded people with similar values made for an even better experience. The hikes were manageable with outstanding views and loved the mountain hut stop-offs. Really felt like we were treated to a full introduction to the best of Slovakia's Tatras. Our guide, Patrik, was an absolute star. So friendly, helpful and informative about each day's itinerary. Great to chat to and share cool details about the areas we were walking in - big shout out to him! Felt safe, welcome and at ease.

This tour exceeded my expectations in every way! This was my 4th trip with MBA, and probably the best value trip. The hotel and food was great. Our guide Patrick very knowledgeable, and created a great group dynamic with a good sense of humour. Having grown up in a mountain region, the scenery was more beautiful than expected in wintery conditions. The thermal baths were a great way to relax after a hike through the snow! I'd highly recommend this trip to anyone.

I had such a good time on this tour. The routes were good (and a good workout!) and the scenery was stunning. I also enjoyed the other activities, especially the thermal baths. The hotel was clean and comfortable and the meals were delicious. Our tour guide Patrik was outstanding - friendly, knowledgeable and patient. You should come on this trip if you want something a bit different in the winter - you won’t regret it!

Absolutely superb trip. Our guide Patrick went out of his to make everything perfect from start to finish. He planned our walks based on where would have the best weather and didn’t disappoint. The scenery was beautiful and the walks were challenging but doable. Felt there was a good mix of outdoors hiking and relaxation. Really enjoyed the thermal baths and felt like we’d been immersed in Slovak culture, avoiding the usual tourist traps. Loved every minute and would definitely do it again.

A wonderful trip with stunning scenery, enjoyable routes, and great food and accommodation. Patrik was a fantastic guide -easygoing, approachable, attentive - who made everything run smoothly and created a memorable experience.

I booked this trip a full year in advance so by the time it arrived it had a lot to live up to! ;) It was my first time travelling solo for a holiday and I was drawn to this trip for the itinerary and the destination but also the fact it would be a small group. The run-up to the trip was great - all the necessary information was provided in good time and I was able to get all the gear I needed easily. I met the group at Krakow airport as planned, and our guide, Jan, gave us a warm welcome. Jan was a great guide - he was fun, good-humoured, knowledgeable, enthusiastic and kind. His local knowledge was excellent and he offered an alternative it itinerary for day 3 due to the weather conditions, which was a great back-up plan as it included seeing a grand ice sculpture depicting a cathedral in Rome that was just breathtaking. And I loved hearing the stories of the mountain sherpas and drinking mulled wine at Rainerova.

The mountains are stunning, whether there are clear skies or low cloud. Some of the cloud inversions were beautiful.

The hotel was small and family-run. The food was plentiful and freshly prepared, and service was excellent. Rooms were simply but adequately furnished.

I had a really good time and have come away with some new friendships, which is a delightful bonus. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this trip to others.

It was perfect on all levels. The hikes were varied and so very beautiful. The thermal bath was the cherry on the cake, the hotel was very cozy and comfortable and the meals hearty and prepared with love. I cannot recommend our guide Patrik Zilka enough. He made everything run incredibly smoothly, was very conscientious and truly cared about our wellbeing and experience. This long weekend in the fresh air und unspoilt nature has rejuvenated all my senses. Thank you all for a wonderful experience that I will treasure forever.

I could have never expected such incredible scenery!! Patrik our guide was really helpful and informative

A really enjoyable break in the beautiful Tatras mountains. Our guide, Jan, was brilliant.

Had an amazing time back in Slovakia with the brilliant Jan who was so knowledgeable and an absolute gentleman. Beautiful views touched with the snow. Highly recommend this trip to anyone as it's not challenging hikes. Another bunch of lovely travellers I got to spend time with making memories!

I had a amazing time on beautiful mountain with lovely people and great guide, Tom

I tried to get on the Summer edition last year but it was very popular -I took a chance on the Winter version and it was really awesome: stunning landscapes, varied terrain, great hotel/food, awesome group and Jan our guide was very cool and hospitable.

It wasn't overly strenuous (if you are decently fit) and the Winter landscape makes it super-special. I even got to fit a bit of Ski day in!

We had an amazing few days with stunning scenery and great company. We were so lucky with the weather, blue skies and sunshine and even a chance to see the northern lights! The snowy High Tatras mountains were beautiful. The hikes were all varied enough to show different aspects of the mountains each day and definitely manageable with a reasonable level of fitness from walking, keeping active at home. The accommodation was cosy and comfortable with friendly staff and good food. Tom was an amazing guide, friendly, knowledgeable and ensuring we were well looked after and happy throughout the trip. This was my first time booking with MBA and it exceeded all my expectations. I highly recommend this trip for a chance to get out and hike amongst beautiful mountains in the winter alongside a group of great likeminded people that love the outdoors.

Had a great few days in the Tatras - fun group and very good guide.

A really fantastic trip. Stunning landscape, amazing weather, each day was different, and we were very fortunate to have Tom as our guide. Relaxed, helpful, knowledgeable and good fun, we couldn’t have asked for more.

This was a fantastic trip with incredible views. I can't wait to return to see it all in the Spring/Summer! Our guide, Jan, was great and improved the whole experience.

10 out of 10 across the board! Recommended!

I enjoyed the trip, however I was a little disappointed with how easy the hiking was. If you do any amount of semi regular hiking then this is probably not the trip for you, I didn’t find it to be any challenge whatsoever and the pace was frustratingly slow. For a trip rated as moderately difficult I was expecting more. Also, the jacuzzi in the hotel was out of order so that was disappointing not to be able to use that. Having said that, Slovakia is extremely beautiful and I still enjoyed the trip, and I would still recommend it to anyone looking for a a trip on the slightly easier side.

Breathtaking mountains, frozen lakes, warm people, and that great feeling f knowing you have earned your dinner.

What makes this trip work is the guides. They know the area so well, they can create an adventure on the go, that will get you the best from whatever the unpredictable mountain weather throws at them.

We spent two days hiking through slow with glorious sunshine and Alpine views, and a third day hacking up wet ice inside a raincloud. Day three was still magical, as we saw the moodier side of the mountains - dark shadows looming out of the mist as we climbed frozen waterfalls and explored the forest.

The highlight for me? Eating hot goulash and proper Hungarian dumplings by a frozen lake 8km up the ice. They really are geared up for hikers here!

Fantastic trip to Slovakia High Tatras mountains. Jan the guide was brilliant, funny and so organised to get the best from the trip for us. The group was just lovely, the weather and views great and lovely food and wine. Felt lucky to have booked onto this trip.

The hotel we stayed was comfortable and friendly. Comfortable place to rest after some fun walks in the crampons (recommend wearing 2x pairs of socks if you have softer walking boots to avoid blisters) The opportunities to soak in the thermal one night was fun and also enjoyed the hotel sauna too.

Another MBA trip completed and continues to deliver on fantastatic short trips away - add this one to your list!