Author: Dmitry Dashenkov, Ukraine
The hike turned out to be scenic and not too difficult. Our guide, Oleksandr, had arranged for good weather with a local shaman ☺️ and encouraged everyone during the tough climbs. The first day involved gaining elevation through a lovely coniferous forest. There were almost no other people on the trail; you could only meet other hikers at the shelter camp. The day hikes on the second day—almost like a vacation—featured light backpacks and a relatively brisk pace. They more than made up for the entire hike with their views from Grofa and Parenok. The descent on the third day offered the chance to cool off in a mountain stream and enjoy views of the neighboring mountains.
