The Carpathian Mountains

The Carpathian Mountains

The Carpathian Mountains are considered to be the Green Pearl of Ukraine. It is one of the most popular resorts and tourist centres of the country. A beautiful mix of natural areas, forests, meadows, shepherds and humans living in harmony with nature is what makes the mountains so attractive to tourists! An original nature of territory, beauty of its Alpine meadows and woods, rough rivers and mountain lakes, soft climate, curative mineral sources, the historical and architectural monuments can attract everyone. Thousands of tourists and people who like travel and adventures visit the Carpathians. The Ukrainian Carpathians are relatively gentle peaks that rise as high as 2061 m (Mt. Hoverla). The largest resorts are located in Slavsko, Bukovel, Tysovets, and Dragobrat. Some of the smaller resorts are in Krasiya, Dolyna, Beskid, Polyana, Synevir, Yaremche, Verkhovnya, Kosiv, and Yavoriv.


Mountain Weather

If you visit the Carpathians, you will not find yourself in extreme blizzards or dying from severe hypothermia. The Carpathians benefit from having a relatively mild temperature in winter time. Lowest winter temperatures are around -10 C to -15 C (5 F to 14 F). In summer time the weather is agreeably warm. Throughout the year, the Carpathians do get quite a bit of rainfall 800- 1500 mm (hence it’s rich and verdant plant life). However, this is spread out evenly through the year.The Ukrainian Carpathian Mountains are truely beautiful. FunTravel will very happily organise all your summer and winter holidays to this very special region of Ukraine for you.

Mountain Holiday Activities include.
* Snowskiing and Snowboarding
* Horse Riding Safaris
* River Rafting and Canoeing
* Mountain Trekking
* Historical and Culture Tours