Sokilsky Ridge - a hike for children and their parents
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Sokilsky Ridge is one of the pearls of the Pokuttya Carpathians. The small ridge is home to a huge number of rock formations, each of which has its own flavor. The ridge's grassy peaks offer incredible views of the highest peaks of the Ukrainian Carpathians and the Cheremosh Valley.
In season, you can enjoy wild berries and pick mushrooms here. You can also taste fresh dairy products by purchasing them from the owner of the meadow. This is a fairly simple hike that is easy for beginners and children. The best option for a family vacation. Small day hikes and an interesting educational program for young tourists will be remembered for a lifetime. And for some, it will be the first step to high peaks and long-distance hiking.
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A new children's route for families who have already completed our children's programs, as well as for newcomers. A beautiful location awaits you, which is rarely visited by tourists.
Together with the kids, we will climb the Sokilsky Ridge and show them the beauty of the Ukrainian Carpathians. The kids will see the highest mountain in Ukraine - Hoverla. Who knows, maybe they will climb it on the next trip?
Team leaders are people for whom mountains are both a hobby and a profession. With their vast experience, they will be happy to show you and your children the world of the mountains, do it safely and in such a way that you fall in love with hiking.
The consultants will prepare and advise you before the program on their own experience, because they have all been in the mountains many times, including on children's hiking trips.
The team leader will meet you at the Ivano-Frankivsk train station, and you will go with him to the starting point closer to the mountains in the previously ordered comfortable transport.
For your first hike in the Carpathians with children, you don't need to buy equipment, just rent it.
When you realize that the mountains are your love and it's time to buy your equipment, take advantage of discounts for backstage crews of up to 20%.
We are sure you will enjoy it. And if you have any questions, you can write directly to the head of the Carpathian direction or the owner of the club. We will analyze your case individually.
More than 25000 participants have already gone with the Lobby and 97.8% were satisfied. We are sure you will enjoy it!
This is a family hike with short hikes and overnight stays in tents. It will provide an opportunity to introduce young travelers to the basics of tourism, discover the beauty of wildlife and communicate with their peers. During the hike, young tourists will learn how to set up a tent, make a fire, navigate the terrain and other basics of tourism.
Teamleader meets the parents and young tourists near the train station in Ivano-Frankivsk. Then the group takes a chartered bus to Kosiv region. Here, near the village of Yavoriv, the active part of our hike starts. After a snack, we immediately begin our adventure. First, we have to cross the Rybnytsia river on the masonry, and then walk a little along the bed of the Geletivskyi stream. The climb to the ridge is not easy, but we don't need to hurry. Therefore, we overcome it at a leisurely pace, exploring the Geletivsky waterfall hidden in the forest along the way. We spend the night near our first peak, which offers incredible views in all directions. We can buy dairy products from the owner of the nearby meadow.
Distance 3 km, high 380 m
Today we will continue to explore the Sokilskyi Ridge. First, we will climb to the small peak of Mount Vagelivka, the highest point of the ridge. Then we will see the first huge rock massifs. We will definitely take a picture on the "Dovbush's Tongue" on the Svynnyi Huk rock, see the Devil's Finger and the Kashytsia Stone. We will spend the night under the rock Tuturivsky stone or as it is also called the Bear Gate. We'll watch an incredible sunset around the campfire.
Distance 8 km, ascent 352 m, descent 377 m
This is the final day of our hike. We have to go down to the shore of the Cheremosh mountain. We say goodbye to the stone guardians of the Sokilsky Ridge and go down to the Sykavka waterfall, near which there is a monument to Taras Shevchenko. Here, near the Sokilska rock, we will find a chartered vehicle waiting for us to take us to Ivano-Frankivsk. As a farewell, you can throw a coin from the suspension bridge into the stormy waters of the Cheremosh to be sure to return to the Carpathians again.
Distance 4.5 km, set 80 m, drop 50 m
Depending on the weather conditions and general wishes of the group, the leader has the right to make changes to the route.
In general, the Carpathians are a rather rainy region, so you need to be prepared for anything - we always take a raincoat! It's better to be safe than sorry!
To participate in the hike, you must have no illnesses incompatible with active tourism: the list is here.
The permissible age for participation in a hike in the Carpathians with children is from 5 years old. It is advisable to have both parents present, as you need to carry things for yourself and your child, as well as have time to keep an eye on the fidget spinner, because there are so many interesting things in the Carpathians!
Children under the age of 15 get a 20% discount. If your child is 3-4 years old, you have experience of hiking, and your child has experience of spending the night in nature, you can also join the group.
As always, we recommend buying tickets in advance, although there are often still seats available on trains a week before the start of the hike. You need to buy a ticket so that you can be at the Ivano-Frankivsk railway station by 10 am on the day of the hike start. A slight delay is acceptable. For the return trip, buy a ticket for the evening, preferably for 20-22 hours, so you will have time to walk around Frankivsk. You should buy tickets only after we confirm your participation in the hike, you can do it at the ticket office at the railway station or online on the Ukrzaliznytsia website.
The meeting place for the group is the waiting room of the Ivano-Frankivsk railway station. The time is set according to the last participant to arrive, usually 10 am. Approximately 5-7 days before the hike we will email you with the exact time of the meeting and the team leader's contacts. Don't forget to check your mail!
The weather in the Carpathians is very changeable, so you need to prepare for its surprises in advance. The first thing to remember is that rain is not uncommon here, so be sure to bring a raincoat and a rain cover for your backpack. Second, it can be cool in the evenings, especially at high-rise parking lots. Take a hat, gloves and a jacket with you.
You're probably wondering what we're going to eat on the trip. We can tell you right away that you don't need to worry. Many participants say that they eat better on a hike than at home. The menu is based on simple food from cereals and soups. Do not count on gourmet delicacies (although they may be available).
If you don't eat any foods, be sure to let the consultant know so that the team leader can adjust the menu for you. We also recommend that you bring some pocket-sized treats, such as nuts or sweets. The appetite on a hike is much better than at home.
Please note that the presented menu is indicative. Team leaders usually have their own signature dishes that they like to treat participants to.
Features of nutrition for vegetarians - if you don't eat meat, be sure to read it. We tell you how we will feed you and give you a 5% discount on our products.
In Ivano-Frankivsk, go to Desyatka. The food here is extremely tasty, the portions are huge, and the prices are low. If 10 is busy, you can eat in another pub. Sitting together for a delicious meal and a glass of beer is a great end to a great hike. Keeping this in mind, it is better to buy return tickets for the evening - for 20-22 hours.
One of the charms of a hike in the Carpathians is the abundance of berries and mushrooms. But you need to be careful! Before you eat any of the berries, you should always ask the team leader if they are edible. The most delicious and popular berries are undoubtedly blueberries and raspberries, but you can also eat lingonberries, blueberries and blackberries.
There are a lot of mushrooms in the Carpathians and they can often diversify your diet. We recommend taking only white ones and cooking them well. Ask your instructor about the possibility of diluting your diet with mushrooms. If you have a weak stomach, you should not eat mushrooms.
The program provides for mandatory additional costs for transfers. You can check their amount with the consultant, as it depends on the cost of fuel and is constantly changing.
There are also optional expenses. Participants buy dried mushrooms, souvenirs and sometimes have dinner in a restaurant (for example, in the legendary Ten). We recommend bringing at least 300 UAH with you. The maximum is up to you.
We limit the number of participants in the group. In order for a place to be reserved for you, you need to make an advance payment of 1500 UAH. The rest of the amount is given to the team leader at the meeting. Prepayment refund terms and payment methods =>>
