Mountain Pelion Forest Adventure
Mountain Pelion Forest Adventure
Hike through the dense beech forests of Mountain Pelion in mainland Greece, through small streams, waterfalls and hidden natural ponds!
Visiting Places: Outskirts of the village of Zagora, Mountain Pelion.
Duration: 4-5 hours (approx. including breaks)
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Why we love it
Go on a hike with us in Greece and see the dense beech forests of Mountain Pelion. To get there, you’ll cross small beautiful streams. You’ll get to visit a secluded small waterfall and then play around, swim in the cold waters of a well hidden natural pond!
Activity Description
This easy, family-friendly tour is an alternative, active and fun way to experience Pelion's natural beauties and make memories of a lifetime! Your local tour leader will help you discover the local community, life and history of the area, through stories from the region's rich mythology.
You’ll meet with your tour leader at the outskirts of the village “Zagora” and will then transfer to the starting point of the tour on a private vehicle. During this 15-minute drive you’ll be briefed about the tour. The hike will begin high on the mountain. You’ll be walking on a forest road which is surrounded by beech trees. After a bit of walking, you wll start to descend on a footpath that is surrounded by lush forested area. In the middle of the hike, you will stop and enjoy the first break around a small magical waterfall — hear the calming sounds and be relaxed. After your break, you will keep descending until you reach a hidden natural pond — this is where you'll spend your second break. If you find the courage you can even take a dip in the freezing waters! After relaxation you will continue your hike towards the starting point through paths surrounded by apple fields and chestnut trees.
Special Features
Family-friendly activity
Ponds, waterfalls and beautiful paths
Easy and relaxing hike on beautiful Pelion mountain.
Local guide to talk about the community and its myths and history.
Activity Snapshot
Dates | Start Time: Daily, from April to October | 10am. Private tours upon request.
Duration: 4-5 hours (approx. including breaks). Distance approx. 7 kilometres
Meeting Point: Outskirts of the village of Zagora
Group Size: This tour runs for shared groups of min. 2 - max. 16 participants.
Pace: Easy
Spoken Language: English, Greek
Included: English speaking local tour leader. Transportation from the meeting/finish point to the starting point of the hiking tour.
Excluded: Gratuities (optional). Anything not specified in the "Included" section.
Note: It is required to wear suitable walking shoes, no sandals or flip-flops. We recommend walking boots, sports shoes or closed-toe shoes with non slippery soles. Long trousers are always recommended for hiking, although you are free to make your own choices, just dress accordingly to weather conditions. We recommend you also bring sunglasses, sunscreen, hats, extra bottles of water, snacks, and of course swimming suits and towels if you plan to give it a try at the natural pond! Respect nature and the environment around you, do not throw trash and keep it clean.
Young Travellers: Suitable for children over 6 years old, in the mood to hike. Special prices for youth and children. Children (6-11): €15/person. Youth (12-17): €20/person. Ask here for your special discount code.
Vendor: Pelion Scout
Cancellation Policy
In case of cancellation, 30% of the total activity amount is non-refundable.
Additional Info
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- Confirmation to be received as soon as possible (within 24 hours from booking)
- You can present either a print out or an electronic booking confirmation for this activity
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