Hiking
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Mount Hoverla
Mount Hoverla, standing at 2,061 meters (6,762 feet), is the highest peak in Ukraine and a stunning part of the Ukrainian Carpathians.
Climbing Hoverla is a one-day hike, designed for 5-6 hours of active walking. The excursion to Hoverla runs along an ecological and educational trail within the protected area of the Carpathian National Nature Park.
It is possible to climb it from both sides. Another option is to climb from the village of Hoverla, crossing the Carpathian Biosphere Reserve.
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Pip Ivan Mountain
Pip Ivan is the third-highest peak in the Carpathians, located in the Chornohora (Czarnohora) range, with a height of 2,022 meters (6,634 feet).
In 1938, an observatory was built on top of the mountain, which has become one of the most popular attractions in the Ukrainian Carpathians. It is recommended to take a two-day, 20 km hike to fully enjoy the stunning views of the mountain.
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Dragobrat Mountain
You can hike to the beautiful Dragobrat Mountain from Yasinya Village, passing through the famous Dragobrat Ski Resort. The hike takes approximately 4 hours and covers a distance of 12 km. The name Dragobrat translates to "feeling."
The mountain stands at over 1,700 meters in height and is part of the Carpathian Nature Reserve. In addition to its stunning views, the mountain is home to many rare plants, some of which are listed in the Red List. From Dragobrat is possible to continue another day hike to Apshynets lake.
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Yaremche - Mykylychin Hiking trail
This beautiful hiking trail offers panoramic views and showcases the rich nature of the Carpathian National Nature Park. You can start in the small resort town of Yaremche and complete a circuit that ends in the neighboring town of Mykulychyn. The hike covers a distance of 42 km, and it is recommended to complete it in three days. Along the way, you will cross the famous Gorgan Mountain, with an elevation of 1,592 meters.
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Perkalaba - Tomnatyk Hiking Trail
Perkalaba is a beautiful mountainous area in the Carpathian Mountains of Ukraine. From here, you can hike to Tomnatyk Mountain and enjoy breathtaking views of the Carpathians. The trail is 11 km long and takes approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes to reach the summit. It is possible to camp along the route and fully experience the magic of the Carpathians with Trek for Ukraine. Tomnatyk Mountain stands at an elevation of 1,565 meters above sea level. On the second day, you can return via a circular route, which takes about 3 hours and 30 minutes to complete.
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Peremychka Hike in Carpathian Biosphere Reserve
A 45-minute drive from Rakhiv town takes you to the starting point of a two-day hike to Peremychka—a place where you can stay in a tent or a wooden hut. The trail crosses the Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians, offering truly fascinating natural scenery along the way. At the top of the mountains, you can enjoy panoramic views and spend the night in a shelter or your tent. On the second day, it is recommended to hike 15 minutes further to get a close view of Hoverla Mountain, the highest peak in Ukraine, before heading back to Hoverla village. The one-way distance of the trail is 13.5 km and takes approximately 5 hours and 30 minutes to hike. Trek for Ukraine offers a unique opportunity to discover the beauty of the Carpathian Biosphere Reserve.
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Pysanyi Kamen Hike in Verkhovyna National Nature Park
Explore one of Ukraine's most mountainous regions on a 15 km trail to Pysanyi Kamen, a stunning complex of rocks ranging from 2 to 20 meters high. Believed to be a pre-Christian pagan sanctuary, the site features mysterious carvings of crosses, circles, rhombuses, and human figures, best seen in the golden light of sunrise or sunset.
The trail starts in Bukovets village and takes approximately 6 hours, offering a perfect blend of history, nature, and breathtaking views.