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Meet the Bansko Unlocked Team

Our activities are led by a friendly, locally-based team of guides and instructors who know Bansko and the Pirin Mountains inside out — Ibrahim, Medy, Funi and Funi Nice.

The Bansko Unlocked team in the Pirin Mountains
Ibrahim, founder of Bansko Unlocked, in the Pirin Mountains

Ibrahim

Founder & Owner

15+Years exploring the Balkan mountains

Ibrahim founded Bansko Unlocked and has spent more than 15 years exploring the Balkan mountains. He looks after the gear and the logistics, and his focus is creating real adventures with good atmosphere, proper support and unforgettable days out.

Ibrahim knows the area inside out and always makes sure the group feels looked after.

Specialities

  • Founder & owner of Bansko Unlocked
  • 15+ years exploring the Pirin Mountains
  • Looks after the equipment and logistics
  • From relaxed family days to bigger adventures
  • Encyclopaedic knowledge of the area around Bansko
Medy, activity guide at Bansko Unlocked

Medy

Activity Guide

10+Years of experience

Medy has over 10 years of experience in the mountains and is known for his calm, safety-first approach. He enjoys helping guests build confidence and have a great time, whatever their experience level.

Medy keeps every group moving while making sure everyone enjoys the day.

Specialities

  • 10+ years of experience in the mountains
  • Calm, safety-first approach
  • Great with first-timers
  • Builds guest confidence
  • Keeps the group together and having fun
Funi, activity guide at Bansko Unlocked

Funi

Activity Guide

10+Years of experience

Funi has more than 10 years in the mountains and brings great energy to every day out. With his positive attitude, good humour and knack for reading a group, he knows how to make every adventure fun and memorable.

Specialities

  • 10+ years of experience in the mountains
  • Forest trails and mountain routes
  • Adapts the day to mixed groups
  • Great energy and humour all day
  • Makes every day out fun
Funi Nice, senior guide at Bansko Unlocked, in the Pirin Mountains

Funi Nice

Senior Guide

20+Years of experience

With more than 20 years in the mountains, Funi Nice is the one you want when the going gets adventurous. Remote trails, big terrain and proper mountain days are his natural habitat — and he loves sharing them with guests up for a challenge.

Legend says he once spent 4 hours on a 3-kilometre stretch — and enjoyed every second of it.

Specialities

  • 20+ years of experience in the mountains
  • Remote trails and big mountain terrain
  • Deep knowledge of the Pirin
  • The guide for guests after a challenge
  • Endless enthusiasm for the outdoors
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Ares

Head of Security

Ares is the official guard dog of Bansko Unlocked and takes his role very seriously… at least when he's awake. His duties include guarding the gear, supervising the base and welcoming guests after a long day out. Friendly with guests, suspicious of strangers and always somewhere around the action.

Why local guides matter

A great day out lives or dies on the guide. The right pace, the right call when the weather shifts, knowing the area inside out — that is the difference between a good day and a brilliant one. Every Bansko Unlocked activity is led by one of our local team, who know Bansko and the Pirin Mountains better than anyone.

Adventure with the team

Whatever you fancy and whatever your experience, there is an activity for you.

New to itATV & Buggy ToursBeginner-friendly · no licence requiredAfter a thrillSnow RidingWinter adventure · all the gear provided

Browse everything on the activities page, or get in touch to plan your trip.

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