Tatra Mountains
The Tatra Mountains are the highest part of the Carpathian range and Poland's southernmost border. Today they are shared with Slovakia, but in the past it was Hungary and the dreaded Ottoman empire who frequently threatened to invade Poland. The mountains cover 300 sq miles (785 sq km) but three-quarters of this is in Slovakia. The Polish part was declared a national park in 1955.
The dramatic mountains are perfect for hiking in summer and skiing in winter. For skiers there is a cable car and chair lift on Kasprowy Wierch Peak; for hikers, around 155 miles (250 km) of trails ranging from easy to difficult. There are wild flowers, animals and views galore. And if you don't see any of the shy mountain animals, then find them stuffed in the Tatra Museum where they can't run and hide! There are also caves, six of which are open to the public in the Koscieliska valley. These were once home to wild mountain bandits. And of course there are lakes, the most famous of which is Morskie Oko.
Practical Info
The easiest way to visit the Tatras is to travel to Zakopane town, 185 miles (110 km) south of Krakow. There are trains and buses going there - the bus is quicker.
Tours & Tickets
Krakow Private Day Trip to Morskie Oko Lake and Tatra Mountains
Enjoy this private day trip to explore the beautiful Tatra mountains in Poland. Embrace views of the rocky mountains. Travel to Moskie Oko Lake, a 1.5-hour ... Read more
Location: Kraków, Poland
Duration: 1 day (approx.)
Cable Car to Kasprowy Wierch - Trek to Tatra Mountains, Krakow
A walk in the city centre an taking a cable railway to the peak of Kasprowy Wierch. If the weather is nice we will have a chance to see some breathtaking views.
Location: Kraków, Poland
Duration: 9 hours (approx.)
Bearwatching Day Tour in High Tatras from Poprad
Bear watching day tour in western tatras is probably most popular one. To see the brown bear in its territory is very exiting thing. High Tatras has many ... Read more
Location: Poprad, Slovakia
Duration: 6 hours (approx.)
Horse Carriage Tour and Picnic with Local Family in Zdiar from Poprad
Visit the village Zdiar and see it´s traditional wooden architecture, after horse carriage ride through the village you will be taken to the forest where you ... Read more
Location: Poprad, Slovakia
Duration: Flexible
Day Hike with a Local Mountain Guide in High Tatras
Get a guide for your day tour in our High Tatras. You will have a chance to see some of the 17 peaks over 2500 m, Tatras mountain is very similar to Canadian ... Read more
Location: Poprad, Slovakia
Duration: Flexible
Full-Day Snowshoeing in High Tatras with Local Mountain Guide from Poprad
Slovakia offers many great places for snow-shoeing. Booking this day tour will take you to untouched places of northern Slovakia mountains. Your local guide ... Read more
Location: Poprad, Slovakia
Duration: 1 day (approx.)
Zakopane and Tatras Mountains Day Tour from Krakow
Experience a ride up a funicular railway to the top of Mt. Gubalówka and take a walk around the peak. Visit the oldest part of Zakopane with its old ... Read more
Location: Krakow, Poland
Duration: 9 hours (approx.)
Private Tour: Zakopane and Tatra Mountains Day Trip from Krakow
Swap Krakow for the rustic charms of Zakopane, Poland’s premier mountain resort, on this private day trip. With a driver-guide, travel to the charming ski and ... Read more
Location: Krakow, Poland
Duration: 9 hours (approx.)
Zakopane, Tatra Mountains and Bania Thermal Pools Day Trip from Krakow
Discover the scenery and thermal waters of Zakopane in Poland’s Tatra Mountains on this day trip from Krakow. Travel by minivan to this charming mountain ... Read more
Location: Krakow, Poland
Duration: 11 hours (approx.)
Zakopane and Tatra Mountains Guided Day Trip from Krakow
Take a break from the city and head to Zakopane and the spectacular Tatra Mountain landscapes on a guided day trip from Krakow. Discover the highland culture ... Read more
Location: Kraków, Poland
Duration: 10 hours (approx.)
