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Slovakia Health and Fitness in Nature Holiday

Europe : Slovakia

Tour name: NaturFit active holiday

NaturFit is an active and adventurous fitness holiday full of fun in the beautiful surroundings of the Slovakian mountains.

Duration: 3 - 7 Days      Grading: CHALLENGING      Max Group Size: 6      Type: Wellbeing Retreats      Prices from: £450

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Tour Overview

Direct contact with nature, outdoor activities and stay in a quiet and clean environment can restore health and vitality.

We offer you a place and training system, in which it is possible to offset the negative consequences of modern life, improve physical fitness, sleep and overall sense of wellbeing.
A healthy environment in our chalet and a combination of fitness training and outdoor activities will give you strength and energy.

* Even small change can bring big results.
* The true natural state of people is to be strong, healthy, happy and vital.
* Improving or maintaining a physical and mental fitness requires effort and time. Our approach is unique.
* During your stay we exclusively look after you, your family, friends or business partners.
* We limit the number of clients to a maximum of 6 per stay to ensure best results and individual attention.


Typical day:

7:00 Wake-up call
7:15-8:00 Morning fitness training
For example: Mobilizing exercises, Boxercise, Stretching, Circuit training, Nordic walking
8:30 Breakfast
10:00 Main activity
For example: 9 km hiking in Tatra mountains
13:00 Lunch
14:00 River rafting (2 hours)
16:00 Regeneration
For example: Massage, Sauna, Yoga etc.
18:00 Dinner
20:00 Evening programme
For example: Workshop, lecture, discussion...

Each of us has a favourite activity and a different physical fitness. Program is prepared in advance and tailor made. In the case of a group, there is always alternative for those who are less fit.

Location

Continent or Region: Europe

Country or State/County: Slovakia


Slovakia is a landlocked state in Central Europe. It has a population of over five million.
The Slovak landscape is noted primarily for its mountainous nature, with the Carpathian Mountains extending across most of the northern half of the country. Amongst these mountain ranges are the high peaks of the Tatra mountains.

West Tatras are considered the most beautiful part of Tatra mountains. Slovakia features natural landscapes, mountains, caves, medieval castles and towns, folk architecture, spas and ski resorts.
Chalet is located in traditional village Male Borove in a captivating, natural environment of the Choc Mountains, near National Park Western Tatras. It is one of the last authentic mountain villages in Slovakia.

Activities

The cornerstone of stay is the daily morning fitness training. It consists of a combination of the following exercises:
-Warm up exercises
-Boxercise
-Circuit training
-Breathing and relaxation exercises

The main activity is combination of:

SUMMER
-Hiking
-Rafting
-Mountain and road cycling
-Horse riding
-Climbing
-Swimming
-Archery
-Water sports

WINTER
-Skiing
-Snowboarding
-Cross-country skiing
-Snowshoeing
-Dog sledding
-Sledging

For longer stay we include recovery day. This can be filled by visiting:
Surrounding historical cities (Krakow, Liptovský Mikuláš, Levo?a, Banská Štiavnica)
Castles (Oravský castle, Liptovský castle, Stre?no)
Museums and Galleries
Caves and archeological places
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Tour Highlights

Active holiday is designed for men and women of any age and any physical condition.

* We accommodate you in a healthy natural environment away from the bustle of the city.
* We will create a comprehensive program to improve your physical fitness.
* We will train you, guide and support you in achieving your goals.
* You recharge your energy and restore balance.

NaturFit holiday is the challenge and fun at the same time.

Itinerary

Overview

Each of us has a favourite activity and a different level of physical fitness. Program is prepared in advance and tailor made. In the case of a group, there is always alternative for those who are less fit.

Overview on NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

7:15 - 8:00

Morning fitness training combination of mobilizing exercises, boxercise, stretching, circuit training, nordic walking or short run

7:15 - 8:00 on NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

Breakfast

Healthy selection of local products

Breakfast on NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

10:00 - 16:00

Hiking, Cycling, Rafting, Horse riding in mountains. Choice of activity depence on your preferences, level of fitness, skillset and weather conditions. We take packed lunch with us if day in wilderness is planned or we shall stop in local restaurant.

10:00 - 16:00 on NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

Relax and Recharge

After active day it is time for stretching, massage or thermal spa visit.

Relax and Recharge on NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

Dinner

Dinner in traditional Slovak restaurant

Dinner on NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)
From To Description Num Days Price Booking
01-Aug-2011 31-Jul-2012 -all inclusive accommodation in a traditional wooden chalet
-food and drink 3-5 times a day, including dinners at the local restaurant
-daily fitness training and all activities
-health assessment at the beginning
-daily care and consultations with fitness trainer
-transport from airport /train station
-entrance fees to the sauna, museums and waterparks
-rental cost of bikes, rafts, canoes and other equipment
-massage
-local transport
3 £450.00
what's included?

Kind Points:101
Prices and Enquiries
Included in the price:
  • Accommodation
  • Activities
  • Activity equipment hire
  • Airport transfers
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • All meals
  • All meals and activities
  • Bed Linen
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Electricity
  • Entrance/ Admission fees
  • Guide/ Tour leader
  • Logs
  • Lunch
  • Towels
  • Transportation
  • WiFi
NOT included in the price:
  • Insurance
  • International flights
01-Aug-2011 31-Jul-2012 -all inclusive accommodation in a traditional wooden chalet
-food and drink 3-5 times a day, including dinners at the local restaurant
-daily fitness training and all activities
-health assessment at the beginning
-daily care and consultations with fitness trainer
-transport from airport /train station
-entrance fees to the sauna, museums and waterparks
-rental cost of bikes, rafts, canoes and other equipment
-massage
-local transport
5 £690.00
what's included?

Kind Points:155
Prices and Enquiries
Included in the price:
  • Accommodation
  • Activities
  • Activity equipment hire
  • Airport transfers
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • All meals
  • All meals and activities
  • Bed Linen
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Electricity
  • Entrance/ Admission fees
  • Guide/ Tour leader
  • Logs
  • Lunch
  • Towels
  • Transportation
  • WiFi
NOT included in the price:
  • Insurance
  • International flights
01-Aug-2011 31-Jul-2012 -all inclusive accommodation in a traditional wooden chalet
-food and drink 3-5 times a day, including dinners at the local restaurant
-daily fitness training and all activities
-health assessment at the beginning
-daily care and consultations with fitness trainer
-transport from airport /train station
-entrance fees to the sauna, museums and waterparks
-rental cost of bikes, rafts, canoes and other equipment
-massage
-local transport
7 £970.00
what's included?

Kind Points:218
Prices and Enquiries
Included in the price:
  • Accommodation
  • Activities
  • Activity equipment hire
  • Airport transfers
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • All meals
  • All meals and activities
  • Bed Linen
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Electricity
  • Entrance/ Admission fees
  • Guide/ Tour leader
  • Logs
  • Lunch
  • Towels
  • Transportation
  • WiFi
NOT included in the price:
  • Insurance
  • International flights

Accepted Payment Types

• Bank Transfer • Paypal

Nature & Kind Factor

Male Borove is mountain village that is close to National park High Tatras. It is former woodsmen and shepherds village.
Due to remote location, this place remained very authentic and fairly untouched.
Nearby West Tatras mountains is a place of outstanding natural beauty. There are beautiful hiking trails, thermal spas, skiing slopes and many other activities that mountains can offer. There are lakes, caves, rivers and castles.
We build healthy building in healthy environment. Only natural materials(wood,stone, sheep wool insulation, clay) were used when possible.
Building follows traditional Slovak architecture.
From the start we are working with local community.
Many unemployed people from village worked on building site.
We are buying local produce as milk, cheese, meat, eggs, vegetables etc to create income for local families.
NaturFit is employing locals as a moutain guides, trainers, housekeepers and maintenance staff.
Responsible tourism is creating employment in area and also guarantees that beautiful part of Slovakia like this village will stay authentic and real.

Our Trusted Partner's Responsible and Sustainable Travel Policy

We offer tailor made active fitness holiday for individuals or small groups.
Fitness training is combined with outdoor activities(hiking, cycling etc) sport activities and relaxation and rehabilitation programme.
In addition to fitness training we organizing trips to historical or archaeological sites.

• We recruit local people to execute our services and provide them with adequate training.
• We use local restaurants and venues on our tours.
• We ask our clients to respect the habits, traditions and customs of the destination and immense into it as part of the travel experience.
• We use home stays and guesthouses when available.
• We support and prefer to work directly with local businesses, services and individuals to provide fitness and relaxation activities.
• We purchase supplies(food, drinks, buiding material) locally whenever possible.
• We support local projects and non-profitable organizations.
• We aim to work with suppliers that share our commitment to environmental responsibility.

We try to show our clients how people lived, tell them story of this part of Europe.


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About our Trusted Partner

NaturFit is a provider of an active and adventurous fitness holidays in the beautiful surroundings of the Western Tatras in Slovakia.

NaturFit active holiday : NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

NaturFit active holiday
NaturFit active holiday : NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

NaturFit chalet : NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

NaturFit chalet
NaturFit chalet : NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

Terrace-place for yoga, stretching or relaxation : NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

Terrace-place for yoga, stretching or relaxation
Terrace-place for yoga, stretching or relaxation : NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

Prosiecka valley hike : NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

Prosiecka valley hike
Prosiecka valley hike : NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

Living room and traditional fireplace : NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

Living room and traditional fireplace
Living room and traditional fireplace : NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

Rohace mountain lakes-challenging hike : NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

Rohace mountain lakes-challenging hike
Rohace mountain lakes-challenging hike : NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

Mountain biking : NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

Mountain biking
Mountain biking : NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

Winter wonderland : NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

Winter wonderland
Winter wonderland : NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

Traditional wooden watermill : NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

Traditional wooden watermill
Traditional wooden watermill : NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

West Tatras-great place for active holiday : NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

West Tatras-great place for active holiday
West Tatras-great place for active holiday : NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

Local mountain triathlon-join us next year! : NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

Local mountain triathlon-join us next year!
Local mountain triathlon-join us next year! : NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

Liptovska Mara lake : NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

Liptovska Mara lake
Liptovska Mara lake : NaturFit active holiday at www.NatureandKind.com (THE.NATURAL.CHOICE)

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