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A group of hikers on a mountain trail with snow patches and a small lake. 1
A lake surrounded by a grassy area and a rocky cliff. 2
A lush green valley with dense foliage and a prominent pine tree in the center. 3
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Price is €280 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Enjoy a curious alpine scenery of towering mountain peaks and packed snow
    • Look out for protected alpine triton reptiles, and birds of prey
    • Learn about the legendary dragon that gave Drakolimni its name!
    • Stop for lunch or hot coffee at the mountain hut of the Astraka refuge

Activity location

    • Ioannina
    • Ioannina, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Unnamed Road, Mikro Papigko 440 04, Greece | Mikro Papingo village
    • Mikro Papigko, Greece

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Pindus Mountains: Dragon Lake Full-Day Guided Hike

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English
Starting time: 09:00
Price details
€280.00 x 1 Adult€280.00
Total
Price is €280.00
Until Sun, 4 Oct

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Professional trekker leader
  • Exclusions
    Insurance (please make your own arrangements)

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Luggage or large bags
    • Not suitable for: Children under 6 years, People with mobility impairments, Pregnant women, Wheelchair users
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Experience the alpine terrain and stunning vistas of Mount Tymfi in the Pindus Mountains and see untamed nature on a full-day hike to Dragon Lake

    According to legend, the lake was named for the dragon that is said to inhabit its waters. The dragon is said to be in constant conflict with another, from Mount Smolikas, the 2nd highest mountain in Greece after Mount Olympus. The 2 beasts fought each other by throwing pines and rocks, creating the peculiar landscape you will hike through.

    As you walk, discover a rich fauna, including alpine triton, a very rare amphibian that measures between 8-12 centimetres in length, has a black-brown shaded outer spine, and is protected by law.

    Hiking from Mikro Papingo, you will follow an uphill path to the Astraka refuge, where you can rest over hot coffee or lunch. Then, continue to the grassy uplands, studded with wildflowers. At some points you might encounter pack snow, even up until July. After approximately 1.5 hours, you will reach the lake.

    Nestled at an altitude of 6,725 feet (2,050 metres) on Mount Tymfi, it’s surrounded by the towering mountain peaks of Lapatos and Ploskos. Take in this magical scenery - and keep an eye out for the dragon - before retracing your steps back to Mikro Papingo.

Location

Activity location

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    • Ioannina
    • Ioannina, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Unnamed Road, Mikro Papigko 440 04, Greece | Mikro Papingo village
    • Mikro Papigko, Greece