13th to 20th June 2026

Price £900

QUEER OUT HERE

Queer Out Here is a walking and hiking community for queer, trans, non-binary, genderqueer, gay, lesbian, bi, asexual, intersex, pansexual and everything in between people. You can become a member of their community simply by attending their walks or events there is no formal membership. This trip is for members of the Queer Out Here community and it is Trans inclusive.

THE TATRAS

The remote Tatras (Tatry) mountains are part of the Western Carpathian Mountains. They combine dramatic alpine scenery with beautiful azure lakes and comfortable welcoming mountain refuges. They lie on the South Eastern Polish and Northern Slovakian border. The trekking is scenic and remote with ample opportunities to spot wildlife such as Chamois, lynx and bears.

THE HIKE

This is five-days of accessible trekking. The trip starts and finishes in Krakow which is accessed via Ryan Air flights from Manchester or Wizz Air and British Airways flights from London. Our base for the first night is Zakopane; a beautiful Polish town at the base of the mountains that is a popular departure point for hiking in the Tatras. It is especially known for it’s wooden style chalets and scenic views. It is a two hour bus transfer from Krakow to Zakopane.

THE ACCOMODATION

We will be staying in remote mountain huts (called refuges) during the trek. This huts are only accessible by foot and offer basic communal accommodation in dormitories and hearty polish cuisine such as Pierogi and Zurek. During our four-nights in huts we will be supplied with all bedding and dinner plus breakfast and given a pack lunch box for our days hiking. These four nights will be in a shared dormitory with the Queer group only.

After the trek we return to Krakow and stay for two nights in a hotel near the city centre. In Krakow we will be in twin rooms or doubles, if you book with a partner. There are no activities planned for this final day. You choose to explore Krakow with the group, take some time out or go on a city tour. The option is yours.

WHY IS IT QUEER FRIENDLY?

Pride Expeditions have been running LGBTQ+ trips to Poland since 2020. We have a network of trusted local guides across the globe who support our ethos to welcome all to the mountains.

• Our local Polish guide on this trip is from the LGBTQ+ community

• Accomodation is non-gendered; you will need to share with other members of this group

• Discrimination wont be tolerated; we embrace everyones’ uniqueness and welcome all to the mountains

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WHAT IS INCLUDED?

• Transfer from the Kraków airport to the hotel in Zakopane;

• 1 night hotel in Zakopane with breakfast (twin room);

• 1 night hotel in Kraków with breakfast (twin room);

• 4 nights in the huts with breakfast and dinner (dormitories);

• Transfer to the start of the hike;

• Transfer from the end of the hike to Kraków hotel;

• Transfer to the Kraków airport;

• 5 lunch-boxes

• Services of an international mountain leader and local LGBTQ guide

You will need to pay for and organise your own flights to and from Krakow. You will also need to get to the airport where you depart yourself. Three evening meals and three lunches when in Zakopane and Krakow will need to be paid for yourself and drinks other than water are not included . If you chose to arrive a day early or leave a day later you will also need to pay for your own accommodation and airport transfers.

THE ITINERARY

This is the planned itinerary although timings can change due to weather, hut closures and path closures and group abilities. The distances are short but with a lot of ascent. To complete these days you need to be able to walk at 3 kilometers per hour on uneven terrain.

Day 1 - Saturday 13th June 2026 Arrival

After arrival in Krakow we will be transported to Zakopane at the base of the impressive Tatra Mountains. After dinner we spend the night in a hotel.

Day 2 - Sunday 14th June 2026 to Five Lakes Hut (9km with 680m of ascent approx 4hrs)

After breakfast we take a short private transfer to Palenica Bialczanska from where we will start hiking through Roztoka Valley to the five lakes hut. We will walk along the highest waterfall in Poland, Wielka Siklawa.

Day 3 Monday 15th June 2026 Five Lakes to Roztoka hut via Moskie Oko (10km 780m descent 160m ascent - extra 3km and 300m ascent and descent for Czary Staw)

In the morning climbing up to the top of Świstowa Czuba at 1763 meters above sea level. From Świstówka there are scenic views to the whole five lakes valley. We descend a long way down to Morskie Oko; an emerald blue lake and one of the most popular sights in the Polish Tatra. There is the option to extend the hike to the stunning Czary Staw lake for those feeling up to it.

Day 4 Tuesday 16th June 2026 Roztoka hut- Jaworzyna Tatrzańska-Kieżmarska hut (12km, 760m ascent and 220m descent)

We will walk back to Palenica Białczańska from where we will take a public transport to Jaworzyna Tatrzańska in Slovakia (20 min bus transfer). From Jaworzyna we will walk up in the valley to the Pod Kopą pass at 1778 meters above sea level. From the pass, we will walk down across White lakes valley to Chata pri Zelenym Plesie hut located at the Green lake in KIezmarska Valley, Slovakia.

Day 5 Wednesday 17th June 2026 Chata pri Zelenom Plesie hut to Zamkovskiego hut (10km 450m ascent and 550m descent)

We will walk on the stunning balcony path above the valley called the Magistrala to the Zamkowskiego. The views open to the Spisz area and the beautiful Poprad river valley in Slovakia. This is a very scenic day.

Day 6 Thursday 18th June 2026 Zamkovskiego hut- Stary Smokovec (5km 500m descent)

From Zamkovskiego chata hut, we will walk along waterfalls on Studeny river and will arrive at Hrebieniok where there is a funicular on the top. There is the possibility to use it to go down to Stary Smokowiec for those who are finding it hard to descend. We will walk down to Stary Smokoviec, the oldest health resort at the foot of Slovakian Tatras. We will have time to visit the resort and then make our way way back with private transfer direct to Kraków. This transfer is two hours.

Day 7 Friday 19th June

This is a free day to explore Krakow as you want. You may chose to stay with the group or do a city tour.

Day 8 Saturday 20th June

Fly home on a flight as you please.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING?

This is a remote and mountainous hike across rugged terrain. We will be staying in mountain refuges during the trek and anything you need to bring such as spare clothes and toiletries you will need to carry. Bedding and food is provided in the huts. A comprehensive equipment list will be sent to you once you have booked on. Expect to bring the following items as a minimum.

• Sturdy walking boots

• Waterproof jacket and trousers

• Clothes for trekking in

• 2 litre water bottle (s)

• Sunhat and Sunscreen

• A 30-40 litre rucksack that will contain everyhing you need for the trek

• Walking Poles

HOW FIT DO I NEED TO BE?

This trek is in the mountains, the terrain will be rocky and uneven throughout. The distances are not long but will involve steep ascents and descents. Please carefully consider if you are able to walk at 3 kilometers per hour in mountain terrain before signing up. If you have never walked in the mountains of Snowdonia, the Lake District or Scotland ascending a peak in a 5+ hour day before then this is probably not the trip for you.

HOW TO BOOK

To book onto this trip you need to pay a £150 deposit to Pride Expeditions. There are 16 places on this trip and places will be allocated on paying a deposit.

The remaining amount of £750 will be split onto two payments in the lead up to the trip. The full amount will be due by the 13th April 2026. You are welcoming to pay monthly if you would prefer or stick to the two payments of £375. Pride Expeditions is a registered tour operator for the LGBTQ+ community. This trip is being organised in conjunction with Queer Out Here.

If you have an questions please contact us through our website