Athens escape private safari tour in Parnitha mountain park
On this tour, you'll escape to Parnitha's National Park on a private safari tour for up to 6 persons per vehicle.
Mount Parnitha is a densely forested mountain 40km north of Athens. Parnitha's National Park is full of pine and fir forests, a true oasis for many species of wildlife, such as red deer, foxes and many kinds of birds and unique flora as well. It remains the main getaway for the hot summer days and a vast snow-covered playground during winter.
The first stop will be at an altitude of 600m, at Lake Beletsi, an artificial lake that seems to belong in a fairy tale. Continuing to Mount Parnitha you'll follow an off-road route through a forest full of pine trees, goats, chapels, monasteries and natural springs. Heading onward, the mountain adventure starts again through an off-road route to Vountima Wildlife Refuge. Reaching the west slope of Mount Parnitha, a panoramic view of the Saronic gulf with the islands of Salamina and Aigina will appear in front of you. Then you'll head on asphalt road, driving away, enjoying the view of Saronic from above.
As you work up an appetite you'll arrive at Hasia village. There you'll visit a traditional tavern, where the owner will introduce you to Greek Mediterranean cuisine and Hellenic hospitality with plenty of local dishes before ending the tour and returning to Athens with the best memories and flavors.
Main features
Additional features
Do this because
- Visit the Parnitha National Park and enjoy the panoramic views
- Embark on a semi-private safari tour up to 6 persons per vehicle
- Follow incredible off-road routes through dense vegetation
- Savor tasty Athenian coffee, tea or juice and lunch with traditional Greek dishes
Important to know
- The local operator will contact you before the tour via mail to confirm your hotel and pickup time. Please also check your spam folder
- The tour requires a minimum participation of 4 pax in order to operate, or the price of them
- Please note that this tour can accommodate up to 6 persons per vehicle, so you might share the vehicle with other participants
- Don't forget your face masks, comfortable shoes, for example trekking shoes or sandals, camera, sun protection, etc. During spring and autumn, it is advised that you bring a jacket
- The trip is not recommended for people suffering from car sickness, having mobility or kinetic or back problems, pregnant women, children younger than 7 years old, people taller than 195 cm or heavier than 130 kg
- Please note that baby seats can't be provided
- Alcohol consumption is not allowed to minors under the age of 18 years old
- The local operator reserves the right to make minor changes in the program when considered necessary, for example, in case of unfavorable weather conditions. This can be done without any prior notice
- If a tour is canceled due to insufficient number of participants or adverse weather conditions, the local operator will refund 100% of the payment
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
What’s included
- Lunch
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Coffee or tea
- 4x4 tour
- Insurance
What’s not included
- Alcoholic drinks
- Soft drinks
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Meeting point:
Pickup and drop off service is available from hotels in Athens (outside the reception) or at the nearest point if car access is not possible, between 08.00 - 08.30am. The local operator will contact you before the tour via mail to confirm your hotel and pickup time.
Provider
Uncharted Escapes
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