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Spend a private day learning to ski near Zakopane with a licensed English-speaking instructor, equipment provided and hotel pickup from Krakow. Two hours of focused lessons plus supervised practice give most novices the confidence to ride a lift and descend alone.
Spend a private day learning to ski near Zakopane with a licensed English-speaking instructor, equipment provided and hotel pickup from Krakow. Two hours of focused lessons plus supervised practice give most novices the confidence to ride a lift and descend alone.
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Operated by Prime Tours Krakow · Zakopane, Lesser Poland Voivodeship
A raw breath of mountain air hits you as the minivan climbs out of Krakow toward the Tatra foothills; snowfields unfold like a white page and the slope dares you to try the first turn. This private day trip delivers a compact, confidence-building crash course: two hours with a licensed English-speaking instructor, followed by an hour of supervised practice and transport back to your hotel.
moderate.
5 hours.
Moderate — able to stand, walk on uneven ground, and handle short bursts of effort; basic balance recommended.
No — this program is designed for beginners; two hours of one-on-one instruction aims to get most people confidently using a lift and skiing gentle slopes.
Yes — skis or snowboard, poles, helmet and gloves are provided and pre-arranged based on sizes you supply before the trip.
Typical transfer time to Zakopane-area slopes is around 1.5–2 hours each way depending on traffic and exact resort.
Wear warm, water-resistant sports trousers and a jacket; organizers can stop at an outlet on request, but bring layers and wool/synthetic socks.
Zakopane developed as a mountain tourism center in the 19th century when urban Poles sought alpine air; local Górale culture influenced architecture and mountain guiding traditions.
Much of the Tatras is protected; stick to marked slopes, avoid off-piste in park zones, and carry out all waste to reduce impact.
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