From Kraków: Morskie Oko Lake Day Trip with Hotel Pickup Morskie Oko Lake & Thermal Baths Tour with Hotel Pickup
ID: GYG1504143-O-2297538
Category:
Country: Poland
Duration:
11:00 hours
Description
Discover Morskie Oko, the most famous emerald lake in the Tatra Mountains, with convenient round-trip transport directly from your hotel in Krakow.
Escape the hustle of the city and visit Morskie Oko, the largest and most breathtaking mountain lake in the Tatra Mountains. Located 1,400 meters above sea level within the Tatra National Park, this stunning emerald-green lake is surrounded by majestic granite peaks, including Rysy, the highest mountain in Poland.
Your day begins with a comfortable hotel pickup in Krakow. Enjoy a smooth ride south to Palenica Białczańska, where your scenic hike starts. The well-maintained 9 km paved trail winds through alpine forests and past gentle waterfalls, taking around 2 to 2.5 hours each way.
Once you reach Morskie Oko, admire the spectacular views, relax by the water, and enjoy a warm meal or hot drink at the historic mountain hut. After your free time at the lake, walk back down to meet your driver for a hassle-free transfer back to your accommodation in Krakow.
Highlights
- Hike to Morskie Oko, the most famous emerald lake in the Tatra Mountains
- Enjoy hassle-free round-trip transport with hotel pickup directly from Krakow
- Relax at the historic mountain shelter with breathtaking views over the lake
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Total walking distance is approx. 16 km round-trip on an asphalt road with a steady incline
A moderate level of fitness is required
Horse-drawn carts are available along part of the trail for an extra fee paid on the spot
Exact pickup time will be confirmed via email or WhatsApp the evening before the tour
If travelling with children under 150 cm tall, please inform us in advance so we can provide a child seat
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Krakow
- Transport by comfortable vehicle with an English- and Polish-speaking driver
- Entrance ticket to Tatra National Park
- Gubałówka funicular ticket (if option selected)
- 3-hour Chochołowskie Thermal Baths ticket (if option selected)
- Oscypek cheese and local vodka tasting (if option selected)
NOT INCLUDED
- Food and drinks
- Horse-drawn cart ride to Morskie Oko (optional, paid on-site)
- Towels and swimwear for thermal baths
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
