Mt Olympus 2 Days Hike

Mount Olympus is the highest mountain in Greece, located in northern Greece comprising a natural boundary between the prefectures of Macedonia and Thessaly. Mount Olympus’ highest point is the summit of Mytikas at 2,918 m. Since ancient times, Mt. Olympus has proved a difficult crossing point for numerous aspiring conquerors of the Greek territory. It is a place of divine beauty, notable in Greek mythology as home of the Greek Gods. Its proximity to the coastline overlooking the Aegean Sea offers breathtaking views. The characteristic silvery mist that engulfs the mountain creates a unique atmosphere. 1938 it was declared Greece’s first National Park due to its exceptional biodiversity and rich flora. 

Coming from abroad, the closest airport is in Thessaloniki, Greece’s second largest city, from where Litochoro is not more than a 1,5 hours’ drive (91,5 klm/56 miles). From Athens, it is an approximate 5-6 hours’ drive (415 klm/257 miles) and thus it would be best to arrive a day in advance and spend the night in Litochoro. In case you need assistance with hotel bookings, or any other services required we would be pleased to be of assistance.

In this program we walk, 4-5 hours the first day and 8-9 hours the second day, we mostly follow good forest paths; above the tree-line, the terrain varies from grassy uplands to rocky ridges, with some scrambling required for the peak ascents.

A good level of fitness and experience is required to climb the peak and the guide reserves the right to make the final decision if we climb the final peak.

Please try to travel as light as possible; keep in mind that you must carry everything you bring during the whole hike. Please note that in Litochoro you can rent or buy equipment from a mountaineering store.

• Large, comfortable backpack (30-40 liters) with padded straps and waist belt, internal frame preferred; waterproof liner recommended keeping clothing, etc. dry inside.
• Sturdy, worn in trekking shoes.
• Good waterproof top with hood.
• Warm clothes, both for windy/ cold daytime conditions and for the cool evenings (fleece tops or similar).
• Shorts and long trousers for walking, preferably quick-drying material (cotton or poly-cotton not denim).
• Sweatshirts or T-shirts for walking, at least one with long sleeves and collar (against sun-burn).
• Light sleeping bag or similar (e.g. duvet cover), for the overnights in the shelter or tent. Please note that you can borrow blankets from the Hut, for free
• Sunglasses, towel, sun hat or cap, sun block.
• Penknife.
• Wash bag and simple first aid kit (plasters or blister kit, aspirin or similar, antiseptic).
• Photographers: bring your cameras.
• Torch (head torch if you have one).
• Walking sticks.
• Your own personal water bottle. As part of our environmental policy and action plan, we are committed to eliminating the use of plastic water bottles.