The details
The 5-day High Scardus High Peaks Challenge is a compact, high-impact hike that targets the region’s most dramatic ridgelines and a signature summit. It is ideal for experienced hikers in search of a challenge and have experience hiking independently. The trip was designed by Butterfly Outdoor Adventure guides based on extensive experience hiking in the Balkans.
The trip is a proposed itinerary which can be adapted around your interest, experience, schedule, and budget. Self-guided trips can be scheduled to depart any day and can be combined with other adventures in the Balkans.
What’s included
Briefing and preparation
Pre-trip information, briefing with BOA guide, trail information (GPX files and maps) and permits
Accommodation
2 nights accommodation in mountain huts
Transfer
Three transfers to trailhead from Prishtina, from trailhead to Prizren and one mid-hike transfer at the end of Day 2.
Food
All meals on the trail (breakfast, packed lunch and dinner)
More info
The 5-day High Scardus Trail High Peaks Challenge is ideal for experienced hikers, who are comfortable navigating trails and reading maps. The first day is difficult, gaining nearly 2,000m in elevation as you climb to the top of Luboten Peak (2,498) and trek 18 km. Day 2 is slightly less challenging, while Day 3 takes you to the top of Kobilica Peak (2,528m), trekking around 15 km.
Itinerary
Stage: Arrive at Prishtina Airport and transfer to hotel,
Activity: Briefing with guide,
Transfer: From airport on your own,
Accommodation/Meals: Transfer, hotel and dinner on your own.
Stage: Trailhead to Luboten Peak – Brezovica,
Activity: Hike 18 km hike (+1.900 / -1,300m),
Transfer: Early transfer from your hotel to trailhead,
Accommodation/Meals: Dinner and accommodation in mountain hut.
Stage: Prevalla – Lubijne,
Activity:Hike 17 km (+900m/-1,100m),
Transfer: On your own,
Accommodation/Meals:All meals and accommodation
Stage: Lubijne – Kobillica – Prizren,
Activity: Hike 12 km (+1,300/-1,200m),
Transfer: Transfer from trailhead to Prizren,
Accommodation/Meals:Breakfast, lunch provided; Hotel and dinner on your own
Stage: Prizren,
Activity: Tour Prizren,
Transfer: On your own,
Accommodation/Meals: On your own.
Note: The actual itinerary and the activities are subject to change due to group abilities and preferences, weather conditions and forecast, road conditions, etc. For further details on the itinerary, please write to us at info@butterflyoutdoor.com.
More details
- Estimated cost: €350 per person, based on 4 people traveling together,
- Group Size: 2 – 6,
- Difficulty: Moderate – Challenging,
- Duration: 5 days/4 nights,
- Availability: Mid-May to Mid-September.
What is not included
- Transfer to/from Airport (can be arranged),
- Hotel in Prishtina / Prizren (recommendations available),
- Meals in Prishtina and Prizren (recommendations available),
- Snacks for the trail.
