Sports and leisure activities Bulgaria

The office is located in the lobby of the Rila Hotel and the center is located at the foot of the Martinovi Baraki chairlift. Borosport is in charge of the management of ski, snowboard and cross-country ski slopes, ski lifts, ski passes and city transportation in Borovets. It is also a good address for equipment rental and deposit, ski lessons and childcare, but some hotels (like the Samokov or the Alpin) also offer these services at more competitive prices. Shuttle bus to the slopes every half hour.

You can ski 10 km from Sofia by going to the Vitosha/Aleko alpine ski resort. Its ski area has more than 20 km of slopes with a start at an altitude of 1650 m to climb to the top of the Vitosha mountain, Cherny Vrah (2290 m), the fourth highest peak in the country. From Sofia, take streetcar 9 on Hristo-Botev Boulevard and get off at the terminus. From there, go to the Hladilnika stop and take either bus 66 (every quarter of an hour) which leads to the chairlift for Aleko, or bus 123 which stops at Simeonovo from where a cable car leads to the station.

In 2019, the extension of this ski resort known as the low-cost resort of Bulgaria that threatened the biodiversity of Pirin National Natural Park (Unesco site) was blocked by the Bulgarian justice. It is the newest ski resort in the country. Its first ski lift dates from 1986. It has undergone major investments that have allowed the construction of the Gondola cable car that leaves from the city center and connects the two most important sites: Chalin Valog (1,467 m) and Chiligarnika (from 1,725 to 2,560 m). The latter, remodeled and expanded with the opening of new chairlifts, offers the largest number of runs. The third site, Bunderishka Polyana (1,635 m), is currently being modernized and is accessible by road. Ski passes are sold by the day and by the week. There are discounts for students and children. A daycare center and a ski school are available for skiers. Most of the rental stores are located at the foot of the Gondola. The ski equipment is very modern and of good quality. For more information, see the website: www.banskoski.com.

Slopes. The area offers 75 km of trails between 2,560 m and 1,000 m in altitude, 80% of which are equipped with snow guns, 80 of which ensure a winter season from December to May. The difficulty levels of the slopes are evenly distributed: 35% for beginners, 40% for advanced skiers and 35% for advanced skiers.

This huge Moorish-style water park is located in the forest and just a stone's throw from the sea. With its many slides overlooking the Black Sea, it is a great place for children and adults alike. Their names such as "The Black Hole" and "The Kamikaze" will scare many a visitor, but there are of course also slides and pools for even the youngest children. There are also bars, restaurants and fast food outlets. Enough to stay all day! Go there as soon as it opens to make the most of it!

The meeting place for surfers and other water sports enthusiasts. Campio Beach is a few pagodas and a young team of sailing instructors who offer windsurfing, catamaran, kitesurfing and wakeboarding lessons in English on the beach. You even have the possibility to stay in a bungalow for a complete immersion. We appreciate the friendly atmosphere. Of course, the natural beauty of the site, not to mention the wind and the waves, contribute greatly to the pleasure of the sports concerned!

Among the many hikes to recommend in the region, we can mention :

Pic Moussala (2,925 m). 6h or 3h depending on the itinerary from the upper station of the cable car. Sitnyakovo Palace (1h30). Chakar voivoda cottage (2h30). Saragyol Palace (3h). Chalet Marista (4h30). Zavratchitsta cottage (6h). Fish Lake (Ribni Ezera). Butch Rider, whose premises are located in the Rila Hotel, offers horseback riding to the Black Rocks (2h30), or to the hunting lodge of the royal family, with refreshments provided (4h).

Discover the breathtaking landscapes of the Rhodopes and Velingrad on horseback. The Equestrian Center Sivek team offers different packages. You can train to ride in the riding school, leave with an accompanied guide for a maximum of 2 hours (the most interesting option to make the most of the experience on horseback). People who are used to riding can go alone in groups of up to three people. Beginners, on the other hand, will have the opportunity of a 30-minute lesson. Original and beautiful adventure.

A unique experience with a friendly and professional team. Fly over the Rhodope Mountains in a kind of ultralight, accompanied by a very professional and passionate guide who cares about your safety. And admire breathtaking landscapes. Avatar Extreme Sport also offers sensational experiences of water skiing, flyboarding, kneeboard (a kind of wakeboard on the knees) or flyrodeo. Does this intrigue you? Then go to the site for more information. And let's go for a great adventure.

The ski season runs from mid-December to mid-April, but the best snow is in February and March. The ski area has a total of 58 km of trails including 3 km of night trails and 14 lifts. Don't forget to bring a map before you go! Ski passes can be purchased at the Gondola gondola, inside the Rila Hotel in Borosport, at the bottom of the Sitnyakovo chairlift, or at the bottom of the Yastrebets express chairlift. Large hotels often have their own ski school and ski and snowboard rental store.

The biggest karting track in the country! Want to compete with others on a go-kart track? This is the place to be. For fun, with friends or to win amateur competitions, the go-kart track, a few kilometers north of Varna, is a great place to accelerate behind the wheel in complete safety and let the adrenaline flow. The race package lasts 10 minutes and a minimum of 8 participants is required. There is also the possibility to drive buggies and play paintball on a special field. A great change from the beach.

The agency offers bike tours around Varna. For a few hours or for a whole day, discover the Bulgarian nature with nice and interesting guides. If you want to go further, longer tours are also offered, some of them even going to Romania. There is something for all tastes and levels. For the tours in Varna, all are guided, starting from the dolphinarium or the Golden Sands Nature Park. Good group atmosphere, we adapt to the level of each one. Very pleasant and rather rare activity, it must be said.

This company offers cruises of 4 or 5 hours, or the Sunset Cruise to admire the sunset. Everything is planned for you to spend a relaxing day: swimming, fishing, buffet on board... The team is professional, dynamic and attentive. They will know how to put you at ease and make you have a great time. Mainly for groups of friends as they are big motor yachts with most of the time "party people", while the morning tours will be more suitable for families. More info on the website.

Catamaran Cruise organizes cruises on a magnificent catamaran, in the morning or in the afternoon. The service includes transfer from your hotel, unlimited food and drinks during the excursion. Sunbathing, snorkeling, sunbathing, lazing, dolphin watching if conditions are favourable (usually in the morning). In short, a real moment of relaxation during your vacation. Reservations can be made on the website. You will get all the information you need on availability and conditions for this great experience.

Reputable diving center founded in 2014, Sozopol Diving Center has a very professional team, with excellent equipment to discover the surrounding seabed, whether you are a beginner or more experienced with tanks. On the program, beautiful dives where you will be able to admire crabs, jellyfish, fish, seahorses... The instructors will accompany you from the beginning to the end with expertise and kindness. Possibility of passing the PADI levels over several days. Contact the team on the Internet or directly on site.

Feel like some adrenaline? This air leisure club is for you. Bungee jumping, parachute jumping, paragliding, hot-air balloon flight... You won't be able to leave this experience without having had your heart give out (to your great delight!). Different jumping sports are spread around Varna. The friendly and attentive staff will accompany you throughout this adrenaline-filled adventure. This is an activity to be enjoyed with friends, to support each other before the big jump, and to celebrate overcoming (for some) apprehension.

The paradise of water sports is here: windsurfing, kite surfing, kayaking, paddle... A young and dynamic team will share its passion with you, giving beginners the basics and helping the pros to perfect their skills! If it's hard at the beginning, hold on, because once you manage to hold on to the board (whatever it is), you can't imagine the intense feeling of success that will come over you and the desire to keep going, either to stay balanced for longer or to perform even better tricks. Energizing!

A great classic and an exceptional hike with sumptuous landscapes. In the park of Rila, you will discover these seven glacial lakes connected by different paths. To reach them, you have the choice between taking the cable car or climbing on foot 5 km on a path where many 4 × 4 pass in high season (but with the satisfaction of having made the effort by yourself). This hike is rated as quite difficult, so remember to be well equipped: good shoes and a windbreaker, as you are going up to 2,500 m. Possibility of catering and accommodation.

BlackSeaRama is a classic golf course with several breathtaking views of the sea. The similarity to Scotland is obvious here, minus the experience and years. But the real difference is the climate; there are over 260 sunny days at BlackSeaRama, the equivalent of ten months of perfect golf on the Black Sea coast. BlackSeaRama finally offers the best of Gary Players' style with perfectly manicured greens and fairways.

Emanation of the first diving center in Bulgaria, good diving club along the Black Sea. The staff is professional and very friendly. You will be accompanied throughout the dive, from the preparation to the storage of the equipment. Several options are offered: single dive (baptism or not), full day dives, night dive. Possibility to pass PADI levels to eventually become an instructor. In short, you'll have a great time discovering the ocean floor. More information on the website.

Yet another very good diving center on the coast to discover the sea bed. Here, a positive point that distinguishes the diving center: the instructors speak French. The instructors accompany you throughout the dive, from the preparation of the quality equipment to its storage. Several diving options are available: half day, full day, combined dives, PADI level... Very good experience, whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver. More information and bookings on the website.