Climb Mount Triglav (2863m)

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!

Just finished the trek and felt compelled to review. Excellent organisation from start to finish with MBA and their partner agency in Slovenia. The hike was tough (I consider myself relatively fit) but struggled towards the end of the last day! (Don’t underestimate the distance like I did)🤦‍:female_sign: Day 1 trek consisted of a steady paced walk to Kredarica hut (1km from the summit). A traditional and welcoming dinner was consumed with some local drinks. Day 2 started at 5.30 using the equipment provided to reach Triglav summit. After the descent we stopped back at kredarica for breakfast and then continued back down to Pokljuka plateau. Our guide, Tim was fabulous and really made the trek fun. He was happy to chat and give lots of information about the Julian Alps and Slovenian life in general. Our extra luggage was looked after for us as we are spending some time in Bled afterwards. Special thanks also to Anya and Katarina who were part of the local team to make it happen.

Some tips from my experience:

1. Pack layers and pack light. The temperature on the plateau was around 30 degrees when we set off. On the summit it was -1 with wind chill!
2. Kredarica hut, although lovely is very basic. You may wish to take a sleeping bag liner and pillow case (they provide disposable plastic sheets and pillow case).
3. Understandably, drinks and extra food required in the mountain huts (outside of what is provided) are expensive and prefer cash (kredarica did take cards is necessary).
4. ☺️enjoy!

A great experience but more challenging when compared to other treks with the same rating by MBA. Be prepared for a physically demanding day on the 2nd day, and pack lots of water.

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

Really good guide, good trip. Well organised.

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!

fantastic trip, well organised, great staff, amazing location

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!

Great hiking experience. Be ready that you can be hot with rain any time as rain and thunderstorms are quite common here. Luckily we managed to get an afternoon window to summit Triglav as 2nd day was raining all day. Triglav climb is safe and the paths are well maintained. Definitely take extra food for a mountain hut as options are limited and portions can be small. Overall Great experience even though no views at the summit.

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.

Brilliant action-packed long weekend in the Slovenian Alps and a great introduction to via ferrata. We were fortunate to have a narrow weather window to make the summit attempt on Triglav - with the team up at 4.45am and safely back down at the Kredarica hut by 9 for a well-deserved hot breakfast! While not terribly physically demanding, the via ferrata section on Triglav is a serious climb with a fair amount of scrambling. If you're looking for a good dose of the outdoors in 3 days this is a great option and deservedly a staple of the Much Better Adventures offering.

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!

Beautiful country and great people who looked after us. A good challenge and plenty of time to enjoy the views and meet others. The guides were of an excellent standard and borrowed kit was exactly what was needed. I would highly recommend this trip.

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

Great trip overall for our first via ferrata experience. Hostel pre climb was fantastic - great breakfast and friendly staff. Guides were top notch. 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

Great trip, guides were execellent, really enjoyable experience overall