The Dormitor mountains
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Durmitor Jablan Lake

Tour 2: Biogradska Gora & Durmitor

  • National park Biogradska gora, Durmitor National Park
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€Upon Request

Duration

8 days

Tour Type

Hiking

Departure Dates

14 June – 21 June, 05 July – 12 July, 19 July – 26 July, 13 September – 20 September

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Tour Overview

The diverse flora and fauna of Biogradska Gora National park is another amazing treasure of nature. Biogradska Gora is one of the oldest protected areas in the world. Only 6 years after Yellowstone was declared the first national park in America, Prince Nikola put Biogradska Gora under state protection in 1878. Due to its immense natural wealth and its preservation, Biogradska Gora National park was proclaimed a UNESCO Natural Heritage Site.

The most impressive part of the National Park is the primeval rainforest reserve, one of the last in Europe. It is located in the valley of Biograd and Jezerstica River, surrounding Biograd Lake where the beauty of the ancient forests reflects in their waters. Many of the trees in the forest are over half a millennium old, with some soaring to 60m high. This is the region of magnificent beauty and graceful experience.

Durmitor National Park is the largest National Park in Montenegro and it is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Park is characterized by diversified ecosystems and numerous endemic species, as well as the highest peaks of the Dinaric mountains, Tara River Canyon, which was proclaimed a world ecological reserve, 18 glacial lakes known as “the mountain eyes” of which the Black Lake is the most famous one and represents a sort of the symbol of the Park and its beauty. Here, the water and ice have eroded the limestone typical of the place and thus creating a rare-beauty landscape – a reason enough why you shouldn’t miss experiencing it.

Included

✅ 7 nights/8 days

✅ All accommodations

✅ All breakfasts & farewell dinner

✅ Packed lunches during hikes and homemade traditional Montenegrin lunch on the 3rd and 6th day

✅ All transfers – minivan and driver from and back to the airport, as well as local transfers, in accordance with the program

✅ English-speaking licensed tour guide

✅ Parks entrance fees

✅ Local tourist tax

✅ Rafting on Tara River

Excluded

❌ International flights tickets

❌ Travel insurance

❌ Lunches outside of the program

❌ Your own trekking/hiking gear

❌ Personal expenses such as phone calls, alcoholic beverages, souvenirs, extra transfers, tips, etc.

❌ Optional gratuities to your guide(s)

❌ Any items not explicitly mentioned in the program

Tour Plan

Monastery Moraca & Kolasin

Transfer from Podgorica/Tivat/Dubrovnik Airport to Kolasin, a mountain resort located 954 meters above sea level. En route, visit of the orthodox monastery Moraca built in the 13th century. Arrival in Kolasin and hotel check-in.

Hike duration: 2-3 hours, 4 km ↑280 m ↓280 m

Biogradska Gora National Park: Hike to Zekova Glava peak with the descent to Pesica Lake

The hike starts at Bjelasica ski centre Jezerine (1.450 m) with Vranjak katun (summer huts of shepherds) en route and ascension of Zekova Glava (2.117 m) peak. Descent and rest near the glacial lake called Pesica Lake (1.771 m). Swimming in the lake if possible. Overnight in Kolasin.

Hike duration: 5-6 hours, 6 km ↑600m ↓600m

Biogradska Gora National Park: Vranjak – Ogorela glava – Goles – Biogradsko Lake

Hike from the ski centre Jezerine (1.450 m) to the mountain eco-village Vranjak. Hike along the ridge line of the Bjelasica peaks to the Ogorela glava peak (1.988 m). Descent to Goles katun for an organized lunch (picnic) with traditional food. After lunch, descent through the forest Biogradska Gora to Biogradsko Lake (1.099 m). Overnight in Kolasin.

Hike duration: 7-8 hours, 14 km ↑400m ↓900m

Durmitor National Park: Three Lakes Tour

Transfer to Zabljak, which is located in the Durmitor National Park (1.15 hours drive). Arrival in Zabljak and hotel check-in. Hike around Black Lake (3.6 km). Hike on a trail along Mill Creek to Snake Lake (1.520 m). After Snake Lake, hike through the Bosaca village and surrounding pine forests to Jablan Lake. Overnight in Zabljak.

Hike duration: 6-7 hours, 13 km ↑400m ↓400m

Durmitor National Park: Savin Kuk Peak Hike

The hike starts from the parking lot at the ski lift to the Savin Kuk Peak (2.313 m). There is also a possibility of taking a ride with a cable car instead of walking, which stops around 1 km below the peak. Descent and transfer to Zabljak. Overnight in Zabljak.

Hike duration: 5-6 hours, 8 km ↑800m ↓800m

Durmitor National Park: Rafting on Tara River

Transfer from Zabljak to the rafting starting place on Tara River. The rafting includes such highlights as Ljutica River, the shortest river in Europe, Tara Bridge (172 m), several waterfalls and Tara Canyon itself, the deepest canyon in Europe and the second-deepest in the world next to the Grand Canyon in the United States. Lunch after rafting and the option to try the longest zipline in Europe. Ride to Zminicko Lake, Fish and Devil’s Lake. Return and overnight in Zabljak.

Durmitor National Park: Prutas Peak Hike

The hike starts from Sarban ( 1.707 m) with a total ascent of 700 m over the 4 km trail with views of the most beautiful Durmitor landscapes to Prutas (eng. Mountain of Rods, 2.393 m), the highlight of your Montenegro and Durmitor National Park adventure. Return and overnight at Zabljak.

Hike duration: 6-7 hours, 8 km ↑700m ↓700m

Departure or Extensions

Departure or extensions. Transfer to Podgorica/Tivat/Dubrovnik Airport.

Note: In case you are arriving/leaving one or two days before/after the group departure, do not hesitate to contact us for organizing your stay, activities and/or transfers.

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Tour Information

Difficulty grade

Easy To Moderate

Max Guests

18 (Tour requests from at least 4 participants)

Min Age

16+

Languages Support

English

Tour Highlights

Discover Biogradska Gora National Park. Visit one of the three remaining rainforests in Europe. The trails lead to mountain peaks and glacier lakes, which offer the most stunning scenery

Tour signature site of the park - Biogradsko Lake and Pesica Lake, arguably the prettiest glacial lake in the park

Durmitor National Park is a paradise for lovers of exceptional nature, and one of the most stunning nature reserves in Europe

Rafting the Tara River, the deepest canyon in Europe at 1.300 m, and the second deepest in the world

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Difficulty grades

The guidelines below should give you a general idea on what to expect from your walking/hiking in Montenegro. Mind that hiking times and distances are strongly affected by the steepness of terrain and elevation change i.e. a 10 km easy hike may take 3 hours along a fairly flat route but a 10 km moderate hike up and downhill over steeper terrain may take 5-6 hours. Therefore if in doubt it is better to refer to both time and distance.

Walking/Hiking Difficulty Grades

EASY 

Relaxed and mild walks suitable for walkers with average levels of fitness and who are generally in good health. These walks are typically on maintained trails and have marked trails with signage. Gradients are mild with no steep uphill or downhill section. No previous hiking experience is required and they are suitable for novices and different age groups.

Walking is typically limited to 3-5 hours per day (up to 10 km of walking).

EASY TO MODERATE

Mostly Easy but may include longer moderate hikes on some days with some moderate uphill / downhill elevations and steeper ascents / descents. Generally routes will be well maintained but may involve some mixed/rougher terrain and steep / exposed sections on certain days.

Walking is on average 4-6 hours per day (up to 12 km of walking).

MODERATE

Suitable for more regular hikers who are generally fit. Moderate grade itineraries include longer walking days and steeper accents and descents. May include longer stretches of uphill climbs and descents or a number of shorter steeper uphill and downhill sections along route. Terrain may be mixed including rocky areas and mixed surfaces underfoot.

Moderate grade holidays include on average 5-7 hours of walking per day (up to 15 km of walking).

MODERATE TO STRENUOUS

Suitable for active hikers with a good level of fitness looking for more demanding and challenging hikes. Moderate to strenuous itineraries involve extended steep ascents and descents along routes. May also include high mountain (alpine) terrain which is rugged and rough underfoot and some sections of scrambling.

Mostly moderate walks but may include longer strenuous treks on some days. The itinerary may include hut to hut walks on some days and require carrying your own belongings/backpack along route.

Moderate to strenuous grade holidays include on average 6-9 hours of walking per day (up to 20 km of walking).

Medical Conditions

Please note any known medical conditions must be fully disclosed before we can accept you booking.