The Tatras in winter.

The Tatras are the only mountains in Poland with alpine characteristics. Although they occupy a small area they allow expeditions for every level of experience.

Winter is a period when the mountains require good fitness and equipment preparation. In addition, avalanche danger mobilises us to train annually in anticipation and action to search for and help extract those injured in avalanches. A 7-10 day trip to the Tatras in winter gives a lot of fun in the terrain ‘far from civilisation, even though it is very close and waiting behind two mountains.

We pack in such a way that we each take 2 backpacks - a large one in which we fit everything we need including a second rucksack. We spend the night in one or more mountain huts - we choose them depending on our plan. Overnight in a mountain hut also makes the logistics of meals easier and this reduces the need to transport them.

What do we like best in the mountains? Everything :) . Sunshine and wide, sweeping panoramas, climbing peaks for hours, navigating in zero visibility, long passes in extremely difficult conditions with full expedition loads and.... short walks around the refuge. One of the most beautiful moments is when, after a long climb in deep snow with very poor visibility, a strong wind that blows goggles and.... there is an unexpected moment when the sun comes out for a moment. Sometimes it's a few seconds, sometimes longer.

Then the mountains around you appear and say: hey, it's us! We surround you with snow and wind, but we also show you our beauty... This is worth every effort, which is later associated in an extremely positive way. The fact that the Tatras are not very extensive is often confusing for beginner hikers who, not knowing how to prepare, make mistakes that can lead to very dangerous situations.

Whether you are experienced or not, always carry a loaded phone, torch and power bank. On your phone, install the ‘Rescue’ app which, with one press, will connect you and show your position to TOPR rescuers. Save the emergency number to TOPR: 985 and +48 601 100 300.

Before you set off into the Tatras in winter, take a look at the list of our equipment. We are not super climbers, we are conscious hikers and do not take anything unnecessary with us.

Our equipment - general description. A detailed one with interesting tips, soon in the ‘Travel Gear’ section. -3-chamber transport backpacks 65 and 85 litres -backpacks for 1-3 day trips 40 - 55 litres -shoes for semi-automatic crampons -flip-flops for walking in the shelter -waterproof outer jacket (Goretex) -waterproof outer trousers (Goretex) -windstopper jacket -windstopper trousers -light Primaloft jacket -down jacket -merino wool sweatshirt and pants -merino wool T-shirt -some pairs of thick merino wool socks -some types of gloves -some hats -buff scarf -snowshoes -crampons -ice axe -trekking poles -helmet -goggles -food and drink thermos -a small cooking set -a first-aid kit -cosmetics bag -ABC avalanche set -power bank -GPS -smartphone -analogue compass -paper map -headlamps -light down sleeping bag 1kg (if accommodation only in hostels

Never been to the mountains? Plan a 2-day stay with a guide who will help you choose your route, rent equipment and advise you on anything you need.

If you want to benefit from our experience - write, we will be happy to answer all your questions!