Waterfalls of the Kolpa valley
Discover the kingdom of the forest river Kolpa, where unspoiled nature, water, and beautiful views reign. A guide will join you on this full-day trip to discover the mysterious waterfalls and streams of the Kolpa Valley. You will also walk along the trails and remote corners of Kočevsko.
Program duration: approx. 8 hours
Season: year-round (in favorable weather conditions)
Difficulty: moderate (some steeper ascents, in case of rain the terrain can be slippery; total walking about 5 hours; if necessary, the program is adaptable to the capabilities of the group)
Suitable for: nature lovers, active couples, active families with older children, active seniors, small groups (up to 6 people)
Package description:
• you will discover the beauties of the Kolpa Valley and mysterious waterfalls with a local guide,
• you will visit the spring and the Nežica waterfall,
• you will explore the exceptional Mirtoviči stream,
• you will get to see the intermittent lake on the Sušica stream,
• you will learn about the history of the Kolpa Valley,
• you will end the day with socializing and dinner on a tourist farm along the Kolpa river.
Program schedule:
The all-day adventure begins in Kočevje (or in Koprivnik, if you decide to spend the night at GOSTel Kočevski Rog), from where you will travel to Kostel accompanied by a local guide. The first stop will be at the Nežica waterfall, where you will continue by walking along the riverbed to the spring of Nežica. You will get to know the legend of the girl Nežica and see the nearby village of Tišenpolj.
Then, a car ride to Mirtoviči stream will follow, where you will also get to visit the torrential stream Sušica, which is only a few minutes away. Along the way, you and your guide will stop at other interesting points (such as the pool and the intermittent lake on the Belica stream) and get to know the historical and cultural background of the Kolpa Valley. You will also learn about the importance of preserving protected areas of nature, safe drinking water, and its importance for life.
You will end the day with socializing and dinner at the tourist farm where the meal will also include dishes from wild herbs of the surrounding forests and meadows.
In the end, you will return to the starting point of the route, to Kočevje or Koprivnik.
Price:
- group of 6 people: 60 EUR / person
- group of 4 people: 80 EUR / person
- group of 2 persons: 120 EUR / person
Price includes:
- Transportation of participants
- Guided tour with an experienced local guide
- Dinner and socializing at a tourist farm
Surcharge (optional):
- Overnight stay at GOSTel Kočevski Rog (in Koprivnik): PRICE / person / night from 15,00 € onwards + tourist tax (1,80 € / person) + breakfast: 7 € / person
- Purchase of handmade souvenirs and homemade delicacies
- Visit to the Ethnological Collection of the Gottscheers at the Nesseltal Institute
Contact:
Stops and sightseeing along the way can be tailored to the interests of each group.
For additional information and inquiries, contact the Institute Nesseltal Koprivnik at the contacts below:
T: 00 386 31 637 022, Matjaž
E: info@kocevskirog.si