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Kočevska Reka - a birthplace of Slovenia

Duration: 7-9 hours*

Lenght: 55 km

Difficulty: 3/5

Suitable for: up to 6 people

 

Kočevska Reka is known for its historical role as a closed area during Yugoslavia times and later a birthplace of Slovenian independence. But you can also find marvelous natural sights here. On this whole-day trip you will discover stories from history, with a little luck see white-tailed eagle and uncover all the secrets of animal-tracking. 

  • Program

    In the morning departure from Kočevje to Kolpa valley with stops to explain history and natural attractions.

    When we arrive at Kočevska Reka village we will take a guided tour of Eagle path, situated right on the Reško lake. From ornithological observatories we will try to spot the 2 white-tailed eagles that nest here. We will also learn about the complexity of ecological processes and importance of bird of prey conservation.

    Then we will make a stop in Kočevska reka village to see historical sights - this village was very important in the process of Slovenian independence.

    There will be a possibility of a guided tour of Škrilj Bunker, which was built during the cold war 80 metres underground and that encompasses 500 metres of tunnels.

    Lunch with local culinary delicacies at Pr' Slavcu hunter’s lodge.

    After lunch we will visit Marina ranch, where we will see their horse estate. Second biggest riding hall in Slovenia is located there as well.

    In the late afternoon we will return to Kočevje through Stojna mountain range. We will have a crack at animal-tracking. At stops in the woods we will search for animal traces, faeces and food animals leave behind and discover which inhabitant walked the same paths as us. 

  • Prices

    1 person 250 € or 270 € with Bunker Škrilj tour

    2 persons 170 €/person or 190 € with Bunker Škrilj tour

    3 persons 150 €/person or 170 € with Bunker Škrilj tour

    4-6 persons 130 €/person or 150 € with Bunker Škrilj tour

     

    T​​​he prices include 22% VAT

  • The price includes

    renting an e-bike and bike helmet

    tour guide who will be with you the whole trip 

    Eagle path tour

    Lunch at Pr' Slavcu hunter’s lodge

    additional: Bunker Škrilj tour

    snacks

  • Recommended equipment

    appropriate shoes (low hiking shoes or waterproof sneakers) 

    appropriate clothes (make sure you won’t be cold!) 

    enough water (you will be able to make refills at stops)

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