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Conquer Taygetos mountain in 2 days, Peloponnese

Activity ID : 1684
Difficult
2 days
Mar - Nov
Minimum participation limit 12 years
English, Greek
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Activity Description

Starting from the spring of ‘Manganiari’, at 980 meters above sea level, from which the route to the shelter starts, through a well-marked four-kilometer trail, you will come across a rich flora and fauna that you will have the opportunity to photograph. This part is characterized by the ease of climbing up, as well as the imposing, enormous, high-level, perennial black pine trees that will accompany you. After 2 hours of exceptionally enjoyable hiking, you will find yourself outside the historical hut of the mountaineering club of Sparta.

From the shelter, at the location Varvara at 1,550 meters, from where the second part of the route to the top begins, the vegetation gradually decreases, while the slope increases in a rocky environment. 

During the hiking, you will have the chance to see the entire Laconian plain and the neighboring mountain Parnon. The path features a variety of geological formations as well as the impressive natural pyramid that stands on the top of this legendary mountain and will watch your steps. Generally, this path has no technical passages which make the use of rope and helmets unnecessary and the ascent pleasant.

Leaving behind you the Laconian side of Taygetos and climbing the last steps of the enigmatic “pyramid” you will meet the unpolluted chapel of Prophet Elias, while in front of you will see the view of the Messinian Gulf, which with the ideal conditions of visibility can be seen unobstructed until the white mountains of Crete.

Day 1

  • 12:00 Meeting at the statue of King Leonidas
  • 12:15 Departure to the starting point of the hiking
  • 13:00 Arrival at ‘Manganiari Springs’ at 980m
  • 13:30 Start hiking
  • 15:30 Arrival at the shelter in the location ‘Varvara’ at 1,550m
  • Free time in the shelter area (Coffee, juice, and snack)
  • Organizing and arranging shelter and personal goods 20:00 Dinner
  • A night sky photo shooting

Day 2

  • 07:00 Waking up
  • 07:30 Breakfast
  • 08:30 Start hiking
  • 11:30 Arrival at the top of Taygetos at 2.407m
  • Break, snack, relaxation, photos
  • 13:00 Start hiking to the shelter
  • 15:30 Arrival at the shelter at 1,550m
  • Break, (coffee, juice, snack)
  • 16:30 Starting a hiking trip to the ‘Manganiari Springs’
  • 18:00 Arrival at ‘Manganiari Springs’ at 980m
  • Departure to Sparta Square
  • 19:00 Arrival at Sparta Square

 Route Features

  • Season: Spring, Summer, Autumn
  • Route length: 16 km (total)
  • Hiking: 8 hours (total)
  • Elevation: 980m-1,550m-2,407m-1,550m-980m
  • Difficulty: 4/5
  • Overnight stay: Yes
  • Guide Ratio: participants – 1:8

Included

• Assistant
• Mountain Guide and Assistant
• Liability insurance
• First aid kit
• Photos
• Meals: Breakfast, Dinner, Snack
• Accommodation: tents or shelter
• Rucksack
• Water
• Water proof ponchos
• Organization and processing of all activity
• Transport

Not included

• Refreshments that is not mentioned above

Do nοt forget

• Hiking shoes
• Comfortable clothes
Cancellation policy

Cancellation policy

 

  • Cancellation 72 hours or more prior to the agreed activity starting date. You are automatically reimbursed for the full activity price.
  • Cancellation between 24 hours and 72 hours prior to the agreed activity starting date. You are entitled to a 50% reimbursement
  • Cancellation 24 hours or later are what we call last-minute cancellations. No reimbursements will be effected

 

* If the activity is canceled by the activity provider (due to weather, non-completion of minimum entries, force majeure, etc.), the price of your activity, is refunded in full.


  •  Many activities are based on the weather, so it is recommended that you contact the company before the activity.
  • It is a good idea to be at the meeting point on time, before the scheduled start time.
  • After your reservation it is enough to give your details to the cooperating company so that you can carry out your activity. However, it is recommended that you have the booking confirmed in digital or printed form.
  • Read the benefits of the activity carefully to avoid possible extra charges from additional optional services.
  • Read the cancellation policy carefully before booking.

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Meeting Point

Region: Sparti, Lakonia

Address: Sparta square

Notes: Transfer from the meeting point to the activity point is included

Point of activity

Region: Faridos, Lakonia

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