Trip Summary
This program is designed for those who want to spend time actively in the heart of Slovenia and in the immediate vicinity of the European green capital – Ljubljana. The natural habitat of large carnivores and the civilization of the charming central European city are in the immediate vicinity. The Ljubljana Moor, UNESCO cultural heritage due to the settlers called Koliščarji – “lake dwellers”, located halfway between the city of Ljubljana and Rakitna, represents the ideal destination for bear and wildlife watching and outdoor activities. Our base is in Rakitna which is located at the altitude between 780 and 820 m, also known for its youth climatic resort. From here we will embark on various one-day excursions, such as hiking and photo hunting, cycling, rowing, visit of Ljubljana and the highlight of the tour – bear watching. The program is an exceptional combination of active exploring of preserved nature and living habitats of wild animals in the vicinity of the capital city. Complement your experience by visiting Ljubljana and experience a green urban environment, as well as unspoiled nature.
What do you need: camera, hiking boots, hiking backpack, waterproof sportswear.
Highlights: Rakitna Lake, The Ljubljana Marsh Nature Park, Ljubljana – European Green Capital, rowing on Iška, cycling through the UNESCO heritage, Iški Vintgar, climatic health resort, the presence of carnivores and other wildlife
Bear and/or environmentally friendly practices:
- 10% of profit for each program booked through Discover Dinarics portal goes to environmental NGO, Center for Environment
- Nature friendly practices: hiking, cycling and kayaking as a way of mobility during the program
- Lunch and visit of the Estate Trnulja
Important
- Dates:
12 – 14 July, 2018
23 – 25 August, 2018 - Duration: 3 days
- Physical difficulty: Medium
- Suitable for families with older children, couples, individuals, small groups
- The possibility of meeting: bears, stags, deer, owls, water birds, golden jackal
- Season: April to October
- Location: Ljubljana and the surroundings
- Maximum number of participants: 8. There can be more groups at the same time.

Program
Day 1 - Meet the UNESCO heritage, the Ljubljana Marshes and the brown bear
Day 2 - Meet the foothills of Ljubljana by bike
Day 3 – By boat from the Ljubljana Marshes to the capital of Slovenia – Ljubljana
Price
810 € per person for guided program
10% of profit for each program booked through Discover Dinarics portal goes to environmental NGO, Center for Environment
Price for guided LJUBLJANA MARCHES AND THE BEAR tour includes:
- 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners, all meals with local/ typical touch
- 2 nights accommodations in 3-4 star hotels/pensions
- Fully qualified and experienced guide for the duration of your trip
- Bear watching with a hunter
- Half-day rowing adventure
- Guided tour of Ljubljana
- Guided hiking tour of the Ljubljana Marshes
- Guided cycling trip
- All transfers within the program
Rates are valid per person, based on double occupancy.
Optional
Supplement for single room 54 €
Transfer to Ljubljana 50 €
Price for THE LJUBLJANA MARSHES AND THE BEAR excludes:
Travel and activity insurance, personal safety & hiking equipment, all beverages with included meals, any other items not mentioned as included.
Dates
12 – 14 July, 2018 GUIDED
23 – 25 August, 2018 GUIDED
If our offering doesn’t suit your needs, please contact us and we will make you a tailor-made offer.
Logistics
The program “The Ljubljana Marshes and the bear” starts and ends in Rakitna which is located 36 km from Ljubljana. Air connection: There are 4 international airports within a maximum of 2 hours and a half drive (Ljubljana, Zagreb, Venice and Trieste) from Rakitna. We offer organized transfers from all airports. If you are interested please contact us. Road connection: Rakitna is accessible from Ljubljana ring road at the exit for Ig. Once you arrive at the village of Ig, turn towards Podpeč and continue for 13 km towards Rakitna.
Additional information:
- Maximum number of participants: 8. There can be more groups at the same time.
- Before the beginning of the program the guide will provide you all the necessary information. Before the beginning of each daily tour the guide will provide you with all the detailed information about the daily program;
- Fourteen days before the arrival you will receive all the detailed information about the implementation of the program.
Additional offer:
- Organized photo hunting and observation from the hunting observatory: 100 EUR (additional watching)
- Additional activities before and after the program: hiking and cycling tours, rafting, guided tours through Slovenia, etc.
- Visit of the Ljubljana Zoo
- Lecture at the Biotecnical Faculty on the research of large carnivores in Slovenia
- Additional reservation of accommodation
- Additional transfers