Top Bulgaria Outdoor Activities

Make the most of your time in Nessebar by seeing this beautiful city from the water at sunset. Access fantastic photo opportunities that you wouldn’t see if you were sunset-viewing from the mainland and enjoy the luxury of unobstructed views. Along the way, views include Sunny Beach, Ravda, Pomorie, and Nessebar’s new and old towns.

Reaching the Seven Rila Lakes by public transport typically involves two buses, a shuttle and most of your day. Take the pain out of transportation—while maintaining total independence—with this cost-effective shared transfer. Visit both these beautiful glacial lakes and the Rila Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with ample time for hiking.

Zoom through the snowy forests of Borovets during this exciting snowmobile experience in Bulgaria. Listen to a safety briefing before departing from the Borovets Ski Resort to start your adventure. Then, follow your guide aboard your very own snowmobile as you make your way through the powdery white snow of the forest.

Join us on an yacht trip along the charming Black Sea coast north from the town of Balchik! We depart the picturesque port of Balchik in order to enjoy a relaxing day with bath, swimming and good food. We sail away with a beautiful view over the small town of Balchik, its white houses and the green Botanical garden of Queen Maria`s summer residence.

See two of Bulgaria's top attractions in one day on this self-guided tour that allows you to combine the convenience of a tour with flexibility of independent travel. By taking a shared shuttle, you can visit the UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery, in Rila National Park, in the morning and then in the afternoon explore the charming and historic city of Plovdiv, which is considered the cultural capital of Bulgaria.

Learn what life was like in communist-era Bulgaria on a Sofia city walking tour. Meet your informative guide in central Sofia and check out the buildings and monuments that testify to its and Bulgaria’s 45 years on the eastern side of the Iron Curtain. See the Largo complex, former home of Bulgaria’s Communist Party; the Monument to the Soviet Army; the National Palace of Culture and more as your guide explains communist ideology and the everyday lives of Bulgarians during the controversial Cold War period.

Adventurers will enjoy this mountain tour on snowmobiles from Prevale to Perelik, the highest peak of the Rhodopes. Visitors will drive the snowmobiles themselves, allowing for an exciting hands-on experience. Experience unforgettable panoramic views atop the summit—a beautiful way to see Pamporovo.

Enjoy winter sports in Bulgaria’s mountains with this ski and snowboard equipment rental in Bansko. Arrive in the morning and get fitted for your equipment of choice, including skis, ski boots, poles, and snowboards. Choose from a selection of high-quality brands. At the end of the day, return the equipment or elect to keep it at your accommodation.

Immerse yourself in Bulgarian traditions and history during a private cultural workshop. This experience is ideal for travelers who want to go beyond brief tourist guidebook overviews. Begin with a conversation about Shopluka region's customs and history. Next, learn a traditional Bulgarian folk dance and get decked out in traditional Bulgarian dress. Note: Avoid wearing high heel shoes for comfort and safety.

Hike through rugged terrain to the Seven Rila Lakes on a full-day tour from Sophia, and discover the remarkable scenery of the Rila Mountains. Take a chairlift to a high-mountain hut and continue on foot along the jeweled string of lakes. Follow your guide through alpine passes into remote valleys, then rest in the shade of hikers’ shelters; take in sweeping views of the Bulgarian landscape and enjoy the crisp, clear air of the Balkans’ highest mountain range.

Lovers of landscapes will adore this guided group tour of the rocky vistas around Belogradchik town. Travel from Sofia through the Balkan Mountains to Belogradchik, then admire the spectacular rock formations and ancient fortress. Enjoy the stalagmites and stalactites of Venetsa Cave before your guide returns you to your hotel.

Prebook this Sveti Vlas Catamaran Snorkeling Cruise and combine time on the Black Sea with fun activities like snorkeling or sunbathing. This catamaran cruise offers plenty of space to lounge with four netted sunbathing areas on the sundeck and seats in a shaded area for those who want to take a break from the sun’s rays. The boat stops in the sea for you to either swim or snorkel, depending on your preference.

Book your Borovets ski and snowboard equipment in advance, and skip the rush and the stress when you arrive in resort. Book online to reserve and pay for your equipment for a 2-day period, then head to the hire shop in the center of the Borovets Rila ski resort to collect everything before you hit the slopes.

Get off road with this 4x4 adventure. Drive into the mountains and discover the views and wildlife at at elevation of 250m in the Biberna region. Immerse yourself in Bulgarian culture at Starite Kashti village, where architecture, crafts and pottery are constructed. Relax and enjoy a traditional lunch at a local tavern in the village of Poroy. Finish the tour with a dose of excitement with archery and horse riding.

Our Quad and Buggy safaris depart all year in all seasons every round hour daily from Borovets. The beauty of the Rila mountains is explored on a picturesque route which adds to the total fun and adrenaline. The duration of the activity is 1 hour, which includes a 5-minute briefing. The customer drives the vehicle along a certain route following a guide who determines the speed and distance, also observes and controls the conduct of the activity. The customer is given a helmet to use. There is no required minimum number of tourists to run the safari. Our quad and buggy safaris are the best way to explore the mountains and the slopes in a fun, adrenaline and safe way. When the conditions are snowy all customers are upgraded to snowmobiling.

Discover three of Bulgaria's most spectacular (and often-overlooked) natural wonders on a group tour from Sofia. This immersive excursion is perfect for nature lovers, hikers, and history buffs alike. Begin at Devetashka Cave and discover its rock bridge, prehistoric history, and bat population. Then explore the otherworldly beauty of Prohodna Cave, also known as God's Eyes Cave. Finally, take in the majesty and rumored healing powers of the Krushuna Waterfalls.

The mountains are one of Bulgaria’s great joys—especially for hikers—but can be hard to reach independently. Tailor-made for lovers of both walking and history, this action-packed day features a hike around the beautiful Seven Rila Lakes and a tour of the Rila Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Opt for self-guided tour, book an audio guide, or explore with a live guide: All packages exclude entrance fees and chairlift tickets.

Trek up Mt. Vitosha and see the Boyana waterfall on this full-day tour from Sofia. Don your walking boots and hike to the top of Bulgaria’s fourth-highest mountain, passing lush meadows and pine woods. After soaking up panoramic views of Sofia from the summit, enjoy lunch (own expense) and descend to the Boyana fall, whose waters tumble down a steep rock face. Your tour includes return transfers from Sofia, including hotel pickup and drop-off.

Save well over an hour compared to public transportation and benefit from the local knowledge of a guide on this full-day trek around the Seven Rila Lakes. Experience one of Bulgaria’s most striking mountain landscapes at a leisurely pace and hike all the way up to the highest of the seven lakes. Please note the tour excludes the small chairlift fee.

Plenty of tours cover Rila Monastery—Bulgaria’s most famous UNESCO World Heritage Site—but how many include a rafting excursion? Combine history and adventure during this unique full-day combo tour. First, navigate the fast-flowing Struma River gorge alongside a private instructor during a rafting trip, with boat rental and gear included. Then, enjoy a self-paced audio tour of Bulgaria’s iconic mountainside monastery. Transportation from Sofia is included.

Belogradchik is around a 3-hour drive from Sofia, and the only practical way to see the extraordinary Belogradchik Rocks and dramatic Belogradchik Fortress in a day is to join a tour. On this intimate tour, with a maximum of seven travelers, your package includes round-trip transfers from your Sofia hotel for an even more seamless experience.

This day trip takes you to the highlights of one of Europe’s oldest cities—Plovdiv, as well as the stunning Rhodope Mountains. Going on an organized tour means there’s no need to worry about booking transport or waiting in ticket lines—round-trip transfers and admission are both included. During the tour, learn about Bulgaria’s history and culture, explore Plovdiv’s Old Town, and enjoy a boat ride that showcases mountain views.

Add some all-terrain (ATV, UTV, and Buggy) action to your Veliko Tarnovo vacation with a professional instructor. The route adapts to your group's experience, exploring historic Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanasi's architectural reserve. Standard tours last 1 hour, with longer 2- or 3-hour options available upon request. Choose your preferred date and tour length online to suit your plans.