Ski and Snowboard equipment rental in Borovets
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Ski and Snowboard equipment rental in Borovets
By Ski & Board Traventuria - Borovets
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Ages 7-99
Duration: 10h
Start time: Check availability
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- Skis and poles or Snowboard
- Ski boots or soft boots
What's not included- Lift pass
- Equipment storage
- Equipment insurance
- Helmets and goggles
- Ski jacket and pants
- Start:
- Ski & Board Traventuria Royal - Borovets, 7J84+95F, 2010 Borovets, BulgariaThe meeting point is inside the ski shop of "Ski and Board Traventuria", located in hotel Ela, Borovets. Once there, look for a representative of the shop, so that you can collect your equipment.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 16420P9- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Most travellers can participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 16420P9
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- jessicarL826ZO0 contributionsAmazing ski instructor called Toni !!!We had a private lesson with a ski instructor called TONI. If you’re going ask for him, he had me - Jess, my partner Ben and son Ollie all skiing within 2hrs !!! All complete beginners, he is so patient we then booked him for just our son the next morning. He’s made our holiday and we will be back next year. Thank you. Sending love from wales 🏴 ps we also had ski hire from this company which was also amazing and the care they took to make sure everything fitted perfect and comfortable was so good considering we were complete novice and didn’t have a clue what todo xxWritten 26 March 2024
- 372sarinab0 contributionsSuper helpful with advice and best deal!They were absolutely amazing!! Gave me really good advice for skiing with a sprained ankle and helped me getting into the boot as painlessly as possible. They also offered us a fantastic deal for our group and were very chill with letting me pay discounted price although I did it on a day by day basis due to my injury. All my friends got excellent service and help when we had problems, super friendly as well and happy to have a chat about finding what's best for you!Written 15 January 2024
- paulafryer20190 contributionsFantasticWe hired all our ski equipment, lift passes and private lessons through Traventuria in Borovets this February half term, could't fault them. Tried on the equipment the night before our hire started so that we didn't have to spend time the next day faffing about with it all, which was great. Booked private lessons for myself and 2 teenage sons who hadn't done any skiing at all. Met Rady with no problems at all outside the Rila hotel. He was fantastic, so patient, informative and jovial, he made our skiing lessons such a pleasure. Would definitely recommend and will be using them next time we go.Written 16 February 2023
- StuieT80 contributionsExcellent Snowboard lessons and RentalWe had group Snowboarding lessons for 5 days with Radi. He was a brilliant instructor, really knowledgeable about everything like the right boot fit, bindings, foot position, stance and board. I had done Snowboarding for 1 day years ago on holiday so I was an absolute beginner. Thanks to Radi at the end of the 5 days i could heel and toe turn, stop with ease and even attempted a few red slopes confidently. I will definitely book in again next year for advanced lessons. All the staff at Traventuria were really friendly and professional too.Written 23 January 2023
- Nicola O0 contributionsBewareBeware - no safety training or first aid probably not fully insured with liability insurance bad company. We booked a trip through balken for this experience, 4 adults and 5 children, no proper instruction, helmets not suitable sizes, we went to the top, road was full of bumps and not smooth, one driver crashed and hit a tree, female came flying over the top of the bike, inexperienced staff with no first aid training and no first aid kit or blankets, no WiFi or phone signal and they had no way of communication to call for help. Male rider was seriously injured and Unconcious with head injury, they argued about damage to the skidoo had to be told to ring an ambulance and go for help, no first aid training, luckily one of our party worked for NHS and advised to keep male in ground, they argued and didn't listen and when he woke up tried to walk him down the mountain. Blood coming from his ears horrendous experience we were very lucky it wasn't one of us or our children. Staff didn't care didn't even apologise to us and didn't care about anyone involved. Some of our group witnessed it and was in shock over what happens kids were crying and very cold We went into hut to get our stuff, no first aid kits. We reported it to Balken they weren't really interested and continued to sell this excursion. We were told by Balken to go and get a refund from the skidoo club went and spoke to the owner who had no intention of giving us out money backnand was really rude. It's also classed as an extreme sport so if anything happens your not covered my normal travel insurance.Written 18 March 2022
- CRobinsonTravel0 contributionsBrilliant service and support for my Dad and I!Fantastic service as always! The team were amazing over email and really helped! I used them before and I would always use them in Bovorets for lessons and hire. The heated lockers are superb and so close to the slopes!Written 6 March 2022
- iankmans0 contributionsAppalling Customer Service0 stars If I could leave less I would. Arranged a transfer from the airport and prepaid. Emailed and checked the booking process before hand but they still didn’t arrive to collect. Leaving 5 people at the airport in the middle of winter at 1am with no way of getting to the hotel, resulting in having to pay five times as much by taxi. Spoke with them in the shop and they apologised and said it was a genuine mistake, told to email head office. Head office have refused to refund the amount paid, never mind the cost of the taxis even after I sent them photos of correspondence and booking confirmation!!! Appalling customer service and very rude.Written 2 March 2022
- GemmaC3300 contributionsGood equipment - great ski instructorsGreat service - hired equipment and booked private lessons. Equipment was good quality and easy to swap when we had a few niggles. Instructors were excellent (especially Toni) and patient!Written 25 February 2022
- 187jayneb0 contributionsSki-DooSat with an instructor as wasn’t confident alone and had the best experience !! The snow was perfect and plenty of it. Stunning views 👍🏻Written 23 February 2022
- captainwobble0 contributionsCareful if inconsiderate youthsBooked this with my wife who had never been on a skidoo before and was soooo looking forward to it. 3 other groups of ‘youths’ also booked with us. Obvious from setting off they were going to clown around. We were in the middle of them when we set off. 2 behind overtook us on a VERY narrow track and nearly ran us off down a slope. This completely upset and unnerved my wife and we swapped seats ending her driving. Words were had when we stopped and the ‘youths’ didn’t care nor the Skidoo leader. We reported them when we were back about their reckless dangerous behaviour and the rental company also didn’t care. Nature of the beast basically with no apology. Make sure you are at the back then at least idiots are where you can see them.Written 26 January 2022
- James B0 contributionsFirst time skier, great learning experienceHi, I would like to pass on my most sincere thanks and also praise for Tony your freelance ski instructor. I’m a 44 year old Electrical Engineer and have never touched a ski in my life. After 3 x 2 hour lessons I was parallel ski-ing down a blue slope. What a patient, highly competent and skilled instructor. Thank you for making my learning experience excellent.Written 13 January 2022
- HolidayingAgent0 contributionsSki hireUsed these guys both times for when visiting. Good quality kit, quick and efficient set up. Only downside was the walk from our hotel (Rila) but it wasn’t that far, just the hill on ski boots isn’t great fun with little kidsWritten 28 April 2020
- Johnny L0 contributionsIf you're skiing/snowboarding - BOOK HERE!Came to Borovets having learnt to ski before - but decided to be difficult and switch to snowboarding. My snowboard instructor (cannot remember his name I do apologise! - he was on his 10th tour I think) was amazing, and by the end of the 4th lesson we were going down reds comfortably - felt safe and in capable hands going down the slopes with him. Meanwhile, my friends (we were all together on a Stag Do) were having skiing lessons with Stefan - who even let me join in on the afternoon sessions. He was very nice and ensured everyone felt comfortable with the difficulty - it was nice getting to know him throughout the week and he had some very good suggestions for restaurants. Would highly recommend to anyone heading to Borovets.Written 3 April 2020
- Maria_Lundon19960 contributionsAmazing ski trip !Went skiing with a group of friends and had a brilliant time! Everyone at Traventuria was so friendly and made the whole process so easy. Can’t speak highly enough of our ski instructor George , he catered excellently to the varying levels of the group and looked after us so well for the entire week and made sure we were all ok when most of the resort was shut down due to coronavirus - bringing us food and checking in on us constantly! We will be back for sure 😊Written 20 March 2020
- shaunaf6120 contributionsBorovets Ski HolidayExcellent service provided by Traventuria who made sure we had nothing to worry about as soon as we landed in Sofia Airport. All staff we encountered were friendly and helpful but our instructor George really made the holiday, he went out of his way to make sure we all learned as much as possible while skiing and had an enjoyable holiday overall. Varying skill levels and schedules were accommodated to, really can't recommend enough!!Written 19 March 2020
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Steve G
Chalfont St Peter, UK7 contributions
This company was the ski hire and ski pass company used by our holiday company.
At first it was a little painful as we had arrived in resort quite early in the day and our time for ski equipment was quite alot later in the day, which I knew but couldn't see it being an issue. However it was though for the life of me I can't see why. They would sort out our equipment when we first arrived if we paid an extra cost. This seemed quite poor and bad customer service. I should say that they did hold onto my boots that I had bought with me, rather than having to carry them around town to waste the necessary time.
Once we got to the centre at our designated time our equipment was fitted, we paid for a heated locker that was operated using our lift passes which is a nice touch. Everything went well and especially for my partner who needed boots fitted they spent time to get them right.
The skis, boots and poles were all great condition with no issues
At first it was a little painful as we had arrived in resort quite early in the day and our time for ski equipment was quite alot later in the day, which I knew but couldn't see it being an issue. However it was though for the life of me I can't see why. They would sort out our equipment when we first arrived if we paid an extra cost. This seemed quite poor and bad customer service. I should say that they did hold onto my boots that I had bought with me, rather than having to carry them around town to waste the necessary time.
Once we got to the centre at our designated time our equipment was fitted, we paid for a heated locker that was operated using our lift passes which is a nice touch. Everything went well and especially for my partner who needed boots fitted they spent time to get them right.
The skis, boots and poles were all great condition with no issues
Written 6 February 2023
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Hello! Thank you for sharing your review! The time slots have been created for the convenience of our well-respected customers! So that large groups of people don't congregate at the same time. Apart from this, our technicians need some time to refill the ski racks. However, we are glad to know you liked the lockers and the quality of equipment, and that you appreciate the efforts of our team to get them right! It will be great if you give us another chance to impress you, this time with 5 out of 5 stars! Come again!
Kind regards,
Written 5 April 2023
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stevenkath
Kingsteignton, UK131 contributions
We hired our children’s skis and boots here online via Aplinerentals. Skis and boots for 6 days £25 per set. Quick and easy showed booking ref no hard sell of upgrades or insurance. Not the most friendly staff but pleasant enough. Good standard of hire gear next year we will return and instead of taking our own adult skis and boots we too will be renting here again.
Quality of skis and boots were very good had an issue with daughters boots no problem switched easy and fuss free.
Quality of skis and boots were very good had an issue with daughters boots no problem switched easy and fuss free.
Written 4 April 2023
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Hello! Thank you so much for taking the time for valuing our work! Thank you for appreciating the efforts of our staff to sort out the issue with your daughter's boots, as well as the fact that we offer high-quality equipment!
Kind regards
Written 6 April 2023
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annawspud
Cardiff, UK2 contributions
Feb 2022 • Family
Good quality equipment with speedy set up on the day we arrived. Staff spoke excellent English and explained the fitting process to my kids really well. Only negative was that I paid extra for higher quality / newer kit as I can ski well and this was not acknowledged (had exactly the same skis as my husband!) - not worth complaining about at the time as all kit was good quality.
They were happy to accommodate a request to change an uncomfortable helmet mid week.
I would use again and recommend to others.
Kids also had lessons with Ogi, who was brilliant!
They were happy to accommodate a request to change an uncomfortable helmet mid week.
I would use again and recommend to others.
Kids also had lessons with Ogi, who was brilliant!
Written 24 February 2022
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Dear Anna! Thank you for your feedback! We always strive to be the best and we keep on investing time, money and knowledge in improving our service, so it will be great if you give us another chance to impress you, this time with 5 out of 5 stars! Come again!
Kind regards,
Maria Kamenova
Ski & Board Traventuria
Written 14 March 2022
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Katherine P
Essex, UK165 contributions
Don't know why the reviews are so high unless it's because it was half term. Staff are pretty rude and more interested in sitting down and chatting to each other than helping customers. It's absolute bedlam in there, organising ski hire you don't get any help and it's so chaotic. It's about 5-7 min walk to slopes and the shop is also down steps, spend a nit more and go somewhere closer to the shops. If you have your own equipment you can store it at the end of the day for 5 lev at a lovely little place next to the ice angel restaurant bottom of the slopes.
Written 22 February 2023
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Feb 2025 • Friends
Used this place a few times over the years in the past have paid around £90 for 6 days for 2 people hire for skis and helmet. Paid £90 each this year which seems quite high as a 100% markup ! Tried to explain but was told was all correct. Staff unreasonable and unwilling to listen or help. Only given economy skis. Wouldn’t use here again
Written 14 February 2025
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Barbs25
Staffordshire, UK3,973 contributions
Feb 2023
Best value at booking and very easy process from booking to collection.
My skis were brand new too! Unwrapped as they were passed to me which was amazing. Definitely able to tell the difference compared to older ones that are not waxed well.
It does get busy in there and hot but it was always manageable.
Lockers are good value, not trying to rip you off either as they suggested 3 of us could fit in one locker (we could with good maneuvering). The space around lockers is tight but again if you're organised its easy to get in + out quickly enough.
Location is also handy, only 5 min walk from the gondola.
Would definitely hire from them again
My skis were brand new too! Unwrapped as they were passed to me which was amazing. Definitely able to tell the difference compared to older ones that are not waxed well.
It does get busy in there and hot but it was always manageable.
Lockers are good value, not trying to rip you off either as they suggested 3 of us could fit in one locker (we could with good maneuvering). The space around lockers is tight but again if you're organised its easy to get in + out quickly enough.
Location is also handy, only 5 min walk from the gondola.
Would definitely hire from them again
Written 22 February 2023
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Hello! Thank you for your review of our services!
We are happy to know our efforts to organize a hassle-free trip are appreciated. Looking forward to welcoming you to Borovets again! Kind regards,
Written 5 April 2023
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Family Gilbert
5 contributions
Feb 2023
We were first time skiers and Traventuria provided us with ski rental, ski lessons, storage each day, lift passes and a snowboard taster. The equipment was high quality (some of it new), the lessons were fantastic (thank you Oggy) and the snowboard taster was excellent as well. They were flexible in changing things around when needed and supportive in explaining to us all the different areas. Geographically they are near to all the main ski slopes - generally 2-10 minutes walk away (nursery slope c. 10 mins).
We would not hesitate to use them again in the future and are really happy that we chose them for our first ski experience. Thank you.
We would not hesitate to use them again in the future and are really happy that we chose them for our first ski experience. Thank you.
Written 22 February 2023
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Dear Friend! We are thrilled to hear such great feedback! We are proud to be the best Ski and Board rental business in Borovets and it is a delight to receive your appreciation. We are looking forward to your next visit! Kind regards,
Written 6 April 2023
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Geoffrey H
Oakham, UK7 contributions
Mar 2020
My daughter put me on to Traventuria and suggested I book my equipment from this company when we joined her recently in the Borovets. She was absolutely spot on with her recommendation and I was not disappointed. The staff were warm, friendly, helpful but most importantly highly professional given they have the skier's safety in their hands. Prices are also extremely reasonable. I have been skiing just over 35 years and would highly recommend Traventuria for all your ski equipment. As an aside, don't pass up on the sweets on the reception counter. They are fabulously fruity but quite addictive!!
Written 13 March 2020
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Dear Geoffrey,
Many thanks! Glad to hear our team is providing excellent service once again. We work hard to create a seamless hassle-free service from the moment you find our online shop right through to the collection of the ski hire equipment. Extensive time is spent developing booking systems, training our awesome staff and carefully selecting gear suited to you. We look forward to seeing you again!
Best regards,
Annie Krumova
Written 25 March 2020
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Alan C
4 contributions
Dec 2021 • Friends
Fast, uncomplicated, and friendly service, and quality gear. My Rental ski Boots still had paper in the toes. They were brand New, and a perfect fit. Rental veșted lockers for leaving ski gear overnight also recommended.
Written 9 January 2022
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Dear Alan! We are thrilled to hear such great feedback! We are proud to be the best Ski and Board rental business in Borovets and it is a delight to receive your appreciation. We are looking forward to your next visit! Kind regards,
Maria Kamenova
Ski & Board Traventuria
Written 10 January 2022
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IvIv_4
Skopje, Republic of North Macedonia3 contributions
Jan 2022
After two years (because of the crown), again in Borovets, and again, of course, in the Ski and Board Traventuria for renting ski equipment.
Last time I was very satisfied with the service and I had no doubt that it will be the same now. Simply put, the staff at Traventuria are always smiling, very polite, helpful and very professional. The ski equipment is great. Like last time, this time too Peter was very helpful and patient with us and we got new skis and shoes and they fit perfectly
for ski accessories ask Juliana, always smiling and cheerful, helps us choose the right equipment.
Greetings to Peter and Juliana and of course to the whole team. the whole team
I recommended them two years ago and I have not changed my mind. I still recommend!
Last time I was very satisfied with the service and I had no doubt that it will be the same now. Simply put, the staff at Traventuria are always smiling, very polite, helpful and very professional. The ski equipment is great. Like last time, this time too Peter was very helpful and patient with us and we got new skis and shoes and they fit perfectly
for ski accessories ask Juliana, always smiling and cheerful, helps us choose the right equipment.
Greetings to Peter and Juliana and of course to the whole team. the whole team
I recommended them two years ago and I have not changed my mind. I still recommend!
Written 26 January 2022
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Dear Friend!
Thanks for mentioning Peter, and Juliana, they always strive to go above and beyond. It is a pleasure to know you have enjoyed our service. We are looking forward to serving you again in the future!
Kind regards
Maria Kamenova
Ski & Board Traventuria
Written 1 February 2022
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Hi, can you hire helmets, if so, how much?.
Written 29 October 2019
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