Tatariv villageloop, via Mount Khomiak, Mount Syniak

At a glance

A loop route of 37.2 km with 1,627 m of ascent, starting and finishing at Tatariv village. Estimated walking time: about 12 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

1. 0–8 kmGentle ups and downs at 700–820 m
2. 8–14 kmClimb of 710 m to Mount Khomiak (1,542 m)
3. 14–17 kmDescent of 150 m (down to 1,348 m)
4. 17–20 kmClimb of 320 m to Mount Sinyak (1,665 m)
5. 20–29 kmDescent of 850 m (down to 834 m)
6. 29–37 kmGentle ups and downs at 710–840 m

Steepest kilometre: km 26–28, a descent of 290 m (≈24%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 2, 9, 10, 12, 14, 17, 23, 25, 27 and 33 etc.. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Mountain shelter on Polonyna Khomiakiv (3) (km 25), Mountain shelter on Polonyna Khomiakiv (2) (km 25), Mountain shelter on Polonyna Khomiakiv (km 25), Mountain shelter on Polonyna Khomiakiv (km 25). Places to stay near the start: Tatariv.

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–17, ≈6 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 17–37, ≈6 h — finish

When to go

Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 5 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.

Getting there

Start: Tatariv village. Most places to stay near the start are in Tatariv. This is a loop: it brings you back to the start.

Directions to the start in Google Maps

FAQ

How long does the route take?

Estimated walking time: about 12 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days.

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 2, 9, 10, 12, 14, 17, 23, 25, 27 and 33 etc.. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Mountain shelter on Polonyna Khomiakiv (3) (km 25), Mountain shelter on Polonyna Khomiakiv (2) (km 25), Mountain shelter on Polonyna Khomiakiv (km 25), Mountain shelter on Polonyna Khomiakiv (km 25). Places to stay near the start: Tatariv.