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Panoramic Snowshoeing Mali Me Gropa

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Mount Mecek - Mali me Gropa, while beautiful and secluded, is a mere hour and a half drive from the capital, Tirana. Vast and unspoiled, this convenient getaway is resplendent in the winter, with snow gracing the slopes, the trees, and the terrain. Outdoor Albania's experienced guides lead clients on a variety of snowshoeing trips. Participants at all levels, from beginners to advanced, will find this an enjoyable and unique opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors in winter. Come see all that Mount Mecek has to offer! 

Facts!
Outdoor Albania
- beginning in 2004, the first company to offer guided trips to the Mecek summit;
- realized for "TVSH" the first documentary about Mecek in 2003; and for "News 24" in 2004;
- is the only organization in Albania that uses state of the art mountain gear;
- trip leader Gent Mati is an experienced climber and skier, participant in different ski-touring races and events in the Alps of Europe since 1994 and organizer of the Glacier Continental Expedition (Patagonia-Argentina/Chile) in 2003.

Location - Duration
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  • Location: Mail me Gropa
Itinerary

Program
-8.30 The group gathers at Liceu i Tiranes.
-8.45 We start driving towards Dajti mountain; than we cross Qafe Priske and drive further to Qafe Molle.
-10.30 The drive ends in the nearings of Feken (1350m above sea level).
-10.45 After a quick technical explanation from the guide, the group will start the walk with the goal to reach Meceku summit (1820m a.s.l). At the pass of the mountain (1640m a.s.l.)

-Particpants who choose to not go to the top can wait for the others near the old shepherds hut (1500m), and relax with a cup of hot tea.
-12.30 Picnic lunch at the shepherds hut
-14.30 Drive back to Tirana.
-16.00 Arrival in Tirana.

Gradient:
Basic: 290m
Integral: 470m

!Notice that the scheduled times above are an estimation. Due to weather or other circumstances, the schedule can change.

Details:
-Transport: 4WD/minibus.
-Meals included: Picnic lunch (sandwiches, fruit, tea, chocolate bar).
-Equipment offered: Snowshoes, geiters, poles.
-Guide: English speaking mountain accompaigner.

What to bring:

-Mountain shoes for the hike, spear shoes and socks for the return, gloves, sunglasses and a small backpack. The weather in the mountains can be really different than in Tirana, so make sure you dress warmly.
-Do not forget to bring a personal water bottle.

Questions:

-Is it dangerous?
No, the walking path is gradual, not exposed to steep dangerous slopes and avalanche risk free. Our guides are trained to navigate with GPS in case of fog or low clouds.
-Do I have to be skilled?
No, previous experience is not required. The guide will explain to the crew the correct use of the gear offered.

Attention!
Persons with heart diseases, respiratory problems or other syndromes not compatible with sports are not recommended to participate in this trip. If they do, they do so at their own risk.

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