Experience the beauty of Montenegro’s national parks, canyons, and monasteries on this explorative tour. Discover glacial lakes, deep canyons, and primeval forests while immersing yourself in the highlander’s way of life.
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Moraca River Canyon - Just 30 minutes away from Podgorica there is a spectacular canyon of Moraca river, about 30 km long and up to 1000 m deep, famous for its steep cliffs. Our stop will be in the middle of the canyon with a view on clear and green Moraca river, and cliffs.
Moraca river is one of not many remaining wild rivers in Europe, long about 113 km with the spring under the high peaks of Moracke mountains, with clear and always cold water. -
Moraca Monastery - One of the most significant Montenegrin monasteries is located just next to the Moraca river, and contains some of the most beautiful icons and frescoes not just in Montenegro but in the Balkans. There is a great history behind this 8 centuries old religious place and it is one of the most visited monasteries in Montenegro.
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Biogradska Gora National Park Visitor Centre - Some 90 km away from Podgorica, the national park Biogradaska Gora will welcome us with its primeval forest, one of the 3 remaining in Europe. In the heart of the park there is a beautiful Biogradsko Lake with nice and mild for walking 3.3 km long path around the lake. It is a real chance to feel the harmony with nature, to breathe deeply and enjoy tranquility in the shade of up to 60 m tall and 400-500 years old trees.
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Tara River Canyon - The route takes us further through the long and deep canyon of Tara river, with many nice views on different shades of green colored Tara River, whose nickname is tear of the Europe. We will not miss the chance to touch its green and cold water. Black pine guardians of the canyon will impress us with its tallness, while famous Tara ridge 160 m high will amaze us with its graciousness. For all the adventure lovers it is the chance to try one of the longest zip lines in Europe.
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Crno Jezero - Black Lake is the largest of 18 glacial lakes of Durmitor mountain massif, so called mountain eyes. It is the last pearl in the necklace of this tour and maybe a perfect moment for you to have a seat on one of many benches around the lake and, surrounded with dense coniferous forest, to sum up all the nice and inspiring memories of this day.
The lake lies at the altitude of 1500 m above sea level and actually consists of two lakes that in dry season are separated and in rest of the year connected. Swimming in the lake is possible but it is on your own responsibility.
- Entrance fee to Moraca Monastery
- Comfort with in-vehicle air conditioning
- Admission to National Park Durmitor included
- Access to National Park Biogradska Gora
This trip intertwines the central and captivating northern regions of Montenegro, incorporating two national parks, Durmitor and Biogrdaska Gora. These parks boast two exquisite glacial lakes and two profound canyons, Tara and Moraca, providing constant breathtaking views. Two pristine and verdant rivers will serve as a soothing sight for our eyes while a renowned Montenegrin monastery will unravel its mystical stories and display delicate frescos and icons.
The journey pays homage to the forests of Montenegro and offers you the chance to witness the unique ambiance and freshness of one of the three last-standing primeval forests in Europe. The towering black pine trees in Tara canyon will undoubtedly leave you awestruck.
This trip also enlightens you about the lifestyle of the highland dwellers in Montenegro’s remote regions.
Throughout our journey, you’re in for a treat with local meat and dairy specialties available in traditional eateries and the famous Sljivovica brandy to savor.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
