Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Drakolimni or "Dragon Lake" is located in mountain Tymfi is the most widely known in Greece. According to local folktales the lakes used to be inhabited by dragons that were fighting every day by throwing pines and rocks and thus created the peculiar landscape and gave their names to the lakes. The lake resides at an altitude of 2050m above sea level, on the mountain Tymfi, in Vikos –Aoos National park and it is a part of UNESCO world heritage site. Visitors get a taste of the mythical "Dragon lake" while observing the Alpine Triton and the magnificent scenery of the mountainous landscape.
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in Greek & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in Greek & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Certified and experienced guide
Walking or hiking poles (optional)
VIdeo & Photos
Bottled water
Lunch
Private transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Mikro Papigko
Mikro Papigko, Taxiarchon church
Return
Itinerary
A unique guided hiking up to the mythical Dragon Lake in Greece, explore the beauty of nature, take memorable photos of cliffs and wild goats, and discover the small village of Papingo. The route is mostly uphill and in the middle of it is the Astraka shelter. During the tour visitors may take a few breaks to drink water from the springs while observing flowers with vivid colors (mostly wild lily) growing at high altitudes. At the end of the route (and about 2,000 meters altitude) there is Drakolimni Lake where visitors may take a break to absorb the breathtaking views. Those seeking adventure could swim in the lake along with the Alpine Triton (Ichthyosaura alpestris) On the way back there ...
Drakolimni or "Dragon Lake" is located in mountain Tymfi is the most widely known in Greece. According to local folktales the lakes used to be inhabited by dragons that were fighting every day by throwing pines and rocks and thus created the peculiar landscape and gave their names to the lakes. The lake resides at an altitude of 2050m above sea level, on the mountain Tymfi, in Vikos –Aoos National park and it is a part of UNESCO world heritage site. Visitors get a taste of the mythical "Dragon lake" while observing the Alpine Triton and the magnificent scenery of the mountainous landscape.
