Snow trips · BULGARIA SKI TRIPS
Borovets and Bansko run a proper lift-served week for what the Alps charge for a weekend. The 15 below cover lessons, hire and transfers from Sofia, with what the low price does and does not include.
Choose skis, poles, boots, or a snowboard at Ski & Board Traventuria in Bansko. You can pick from nearly 1,000 sets by brands such as Head, Rossignol, Salomon, Burton, and Volkl, then ski all day and return the gear or store it at your accommodation.
Learn to ski in Borovets with a private English-speaking instructor for about two hours. Your coach adjusts the lesson to your level, helps you build confidence, and guides you toward suitable snow and shorter lift queues. Equipment and lift passes cost extra.
“I would like to give a huge shout out to Neil Burton of Hunters Ski School. Not only is he a fantastic instructor but a true gentleman. He showed great patience with our Autistic son Toby, he got him on skis and moving and gave him a sense of accomplishment. I can’t thank Neil enough for that and also helping me find my ski legs for the first time in 20 years. He was great craic, both my wife Nadine and my daughter Zoe improved with their skiing my daughter particularly gained huge self confidence. Shout out to Lexi for the beer and laughs (hope Pepe is alright when you…”
Leave Sofia early for a guided snowshoe walk above the tree line in Rila Mountains National Park. Guides such as Velko, Daniel, Alex, and Kiril lead the route, weather permitting. After about 2.5 hours on snowshoes, warm up in Sapareva Banya’s thermal pools.
“Loved the activity. Sadly weather conditions meant we couldn’t go to the second lake but it was still so fun regardless !”
Learn to ski or snowboard in Borovets with a licensed English-speaking instructor in a private group of up to four people. Ivan, Dobrin, Dobrimir, and Gery have helped beginners, children, and returning skiers build confidence. Equipment and lift passes cost extra.
“The instructor was very very helpful! Really enjoyed our lessons in Borovets. Definitely use this company in the future. Ivan was a brilliant ski instructor, was ready to hit the slopes myself on day 2. Thank you”
Join a certified English-speaking mountain leader for a private winter trip from Sofia to the Seven Rila Lakes. Ride a chairlift to 2,150 meters, snowshoe for about 2.5 hours, then warm up in Sapareva Banya’s mineral pools. Equipment and hotel transport are included.
“O passeio não aconteceu pois o teleferico que nos levaria aos lagos estava fechado em virtude dos fortes ventos. Faltou atitude da empresa/guia, de obter informações sobre o tempo no local . Viajamos por horas, perdemos nosso dia. depois vimos que já estava sendo divulgado localmente que não era recomendado o passeio e não fomos avisados. Na minha opinião todo o valor pago deveria ser devolvido.”
Join guides such as Dobrin, Filip, Wolfgang, or Dobrev for a 6 to 7 hour winter outing from Bansko. Snowshoe through Pirin National Park with poles and gear provided, then relax in Dobrinishte mineral pools. Chairlift costs and hot spring admission are extra.
“Wolfgang was a great guide! This was our first time snow shoeing and we thoroughly enjoyed it! Great to try new sports and not just skiing whilst in the area.”
Hire skis, poles, boots, and a free helmet in Borovets for one to seven days. Collect at Apart Hotel Flora Residence, fit equipment the day before when available, store it free, and swap skis for a snowboard once during your rental.
“Hi... we went skiing for first time with my partner. Booked with hunters and for ski school to my delight we wer the only beginners so we got Neil Burton to ourselves.. he is amazing and we had a laugh with him.. he is super patient and got us onto a blue slope second day of Read more”
Meet your licensed instructor at Hotel Rila in Borovets for a private two-hour ski or snowboard lesson. Tsetso, Tsveto, Tsvetomir, and Cico have taught beginners, children, mixed-ability groups, and advanced skiers, including Telemark technique.
“Cico was my 12-year-old son's snowboard instructor, and it was his very first time on a snowboard. By the second day, Cico had him confidently sliding down a red piste and even part of a black one. His enthusiasm, charm, and unique ability to encourage and inspire maRead more”
Rent skis, poles, and boots for five days from Alpin Ski & Snowboard in central Borovets. The depot sits beside the Rila slope, within walking distance of many hotels. Staff help with sizing and fittings, while helmets, goggles, storage, insurance, and lift passes cost extra.
“It was a gorgeous experience with friendly people. I will definitely highly recommend it to everyone. It is a dream come true: the place, the equipment and most importantly the people’s attitude and their willingness to teach and guide you every step of the way.”
Pick up skis, snowboards, boots, and winter gear at 360 Ski Bansko, about a minute from the gondola. Choose from 350 equipment pairs, get help with fitting, leave your shoes and kit overnight, and ask about changing boots or skis if needed.
“360 Ski Bansko, fantastic place to rent your ski gear.The boots and skis were in excellent condition, and the entire experience was smooth from start to finish.”
Collect first-season skis, poles, boots, or a snowboard from Ski & Board Traventuria Royal in Borovets at 10:00 am. The rental lasts about 10 hours, equipment is serviced after each use, and you can choose from familiar brands. Helmets, goggles, clothing, lift passes, storage, and insurance cost extra.
“The whole point on going on holiday and spending your hard earned money is to get away from the horrible people you have to be around everyday day. If I knew I was going to be surrounded by them here also I wouldn’t have bothered coming”
Travel from Sofia to Rila National Park with a guide such as Velko, Veselin, Marin, or Iva. Snowshoe past frozen glacial lakes, visit Bulgaria’s only natural geyser and Goritsa Waterfall, then relax at Kotvata’s hot mineral pools.
“We had an amazing trip! Ves was a great guide and took good care of us. The hike was intense but one of the most gorgeous experiences we’ve seen.”
Travel from Sofia to Borovets with skis or a snowboard, boots, clothing, helmet, goggles, gloves, lift pass, and transport included. A small group of up to 15 spends about eight hours at Bulgaria’s largest ski resort, with an optional lesson and a photo stop at Iskar Reservoir.
“Dear Waldorf DC Management - We want to commend the excellent service we received from everyone on the Waldorf staff as we celebrated the wedding of Joe and Amanda in May 2025. Everyone on the Waldorf staff was extremely professional and outstanding at their job. We obtained a few names to identify, but this list is not exclusive. Everyone who worked with us should be commended. Kalynne worked with us for months and provided insightful and experienced guidance throughout. The catering staff provided excellent service for the reception; we received many, many compliments on the excellent hors d’oeuvres and meal items and post-meal items. Then on Sunday morning in the…”
Leave Bansko with an English-speaking guide such as Maria or Mari for an easy to moderate snowshoe walk in Pirin National Park. Snowshoes and poles are supplied, and the day ends in Banya’s hot mineral pools. Bring money for lunch, drinks, and the separate spa entrance.
“Mari thank you for such a wonderful tour. We had the best experience snow shoeing in the most beautiful place. I highly recommend this tour if you want to see the beautiful landscape of bansko. After we finished the snow show walk we had the most delicious soup with good coffee and the cheapest beer on the mountain at a hut with the most welcoming Bulgariain hosts. Mari was so knowledgeable about the land, she also made fun games for us on the way down and we met such lovely people who made this experience even more amazing. finished off at the spa 👌 perfect day. thank you xxx”
Bring your own skis or snowboard, or gear rented elsewhere, to Ski & Board Traventuria in Bansko. The service covers base repair, hot waxing, polishing, and edge sharpening. Drop equipment after 6 p.m. and collect it when the shop opens at 9 a.m.
“Services both sets of skis at short notice to a really high standard. Was really impressed in how well prepared they had been serviced”
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