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Raft and Canyon in Montenegro (2020, archive)

Explore Montenegro's wild rivers and tackle the deepest and longest canyon in Europe

What's Included?

  • Maximum group size: 16Join small n’ sociable groups of like-minded, active and outdoorsy people – designed to be solo-friendly

Fromexcluding flights

Highlights

  • Escape to one of Europe's least-visited wildernesses, home to brown bear, grey wolf, European wildcat and golden eagles

  • Descend into the Tara River Canyon, the longest and deepest gorge in Europe and a UNESCO-protected biosphere

  • Visit the glacial, Zabljak (Black) Lake, set in a breath-taking landscape of deep forest and limestone mountains

Itinerary

    Day 1

    Into the forest

    Cabin
    Twin or triple share
    Dinner included
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    Head to the banks of the Piva River and settle into your cabin in the forest - your home for the next three days! Relax around the campfire, listen to the babbling river and socialise with your fellow adventurers as the cook prepares your dinner.

    Day 2

    Rafting

    Cabin
    Twin or triple share
    All meals included
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    Review safety procedures and equipment with your guides and then paddle down the mighty Tara River. You'll navigate 18km of flat water and exciting rapids surrounded by amazing natural beauty. Return to base for a well-deserved lunch and then spend the afternoon relaxing in the sunshine. In the evening, enjoy another delicious dinner while sharing stories around the campfire.

    Day 3

    Canyoning

    Hotel
    Twin or triple share
    All meals included
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    Drive to the beautiful village of Poscenje and hike to the rarely-visited Nevidio Canyon where you'll slide, jump, wade, splash and crawl through a wonderland of water, rock and vegetation.Have lunch at a local restaurant and then drive to nearby Zabljak (Black) Lake for the afternoon. When you've had your fill of glacial swimming, spend the night in a hotel in nearby Zabljak town.

  1. Day 4

    Head for home

    Breakfast included
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    Relax over a last Montenegrin breakfast and then head for Podgorica Airport in time to catch your flight home.

Practical Stuff

Getting There

Fly into
Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
Fly out of
Podgorica Airport (TGD)
Pick up
Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
Arrive by 16:25 or earlier
Drop off
Podgorica Airport (TGD)
In time to meet any flight departing 11:00 or later.

Detailed Logistics

Transfers

Your host will pick you up on arrival and drop you off in time for departure.

Travel options

Dubrovnik and Podgorica Airports are both served by regular flights from airports across the UK and Europe.

What is and isn't Included?

What's included

Local, fully-qualified guides

2 nights in a cabin and 1 night in a hotel

Munch on tasty food throughout

To and from the airport and everything in-between

All your rafting and canyoning equipment

All park entry fees and taxes

Where You'll Stay

Private room upgrades are not available on this trip due to the nature of the accommodation.

Cabin in Montenegro

In the forest

Stay

In the forest

You’ll stay in wooden pioneer cabins in a purpose-built area near the Bosnia Herzegovina border. Designed to get you up-close and in harmony with the natural, riverside setting, these cabins have 2, 3 or 4 single beds, while others have double beds and are more suitable for couples.

Ratings & Reviews

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Latest Reviews

  • John

    The scenery and activities are excellent.

  • Robin

    The mix of people was a pleasant surprise. The activities were outstanding and the guides supportive.

  • Eliya

    Everything about the canyoning was amazing!

  • Caitlin

    Hosts were welcoming and knowledgeable. The accommodation was cute!

  • Richard

    The canyoning experience is really great - feels like a natural water park.

  • Helen

    The scenery was breathtaking and the opportunity to visit the black lake was a lovely bonus. Accommodation lady was lovely and very welcoming in a beautiful setting, rafting would be good for a beginner.

  • Lee

    Brilliant place and lovely country, the river was so clean and nice to swim, in the rafting center was a nice place to stay.

  • Lisa

    The whole trip was amazing, such a great experience!

  • Hannah

    Everything seemed seamless, the transport, organisation and all of the activities. Everything was really comfortable and all of the hosts were so welcoming. Exceptional service!

  • Simon

    We were welcomed like guests into their home. Milada learned our names immediately and welcomed us individually. All staff friendly and attentive. Beautiful location and comfy accommodation with hot water. (Glamping style).

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  • The scenery and activities are excellent. ...

    John September 2019
    The scenery and activities are excellent.
  • The mix of people was a pleasant surprise....

    Robin September 2019
    The mix of people was a pleasant surprise. The activities were outstanding and the guides supportive.
  • Everything about the canyoning was amazing!...

    Eliya September 2019
    Everything about the canyoning was amazing!
  • Hosts were welcoming and knowledgeable. The...

    Caitlin September 2019
    Hosts were welcoming and knowledgeable. The accommodation was cute!
  • The canyoning experience is really great -...

    Richard September 2019
    The canyoning experience is really great - feels like a natural water park.
  • The scenery was breathtaking and the opport...

    Helen September 2019
    The scenery was breathtaking and the opportunity to visit the black lake was a lovely bonus. Accommodation lady was lovely and very welcoming in a beautiful setting, rafting would be good for a beginner.
  • Brilliant place and lovely country, the riv...

    Lee September 2019
    Brilliant place and lovely country, the river was so clean and nice to swim, in the rafting center was a nice place to stay.
  • The whole trip was amazing, such a great ex...

    Lisa September 2019
    The whole trip was amazing, such a great experience!
  • Everything seemed seamless, the transport,...

    Hannah August 2019
    Everything seemed seamless, the transport, organisation and all of the activities. Everything was really comfortable and all of the hosts were so welcoming. Exceptional service!
  • We were welcomed like guests into their hom...

    Simon July 2019
    We were welcomed like guests into their home. Milada learned our names immediately and welcomed us individually. All staff friendly and attentive. Beautiful location and comfy accommodation with hot water. (Glamping style).
  • The hosts were fantastic, organisation 100%...

    Ken July 2019
    The hosts were fantastic, organisation 100%. The scenery was amazing.
  • Well organised with no problems; Montenegro...

    Irina July 2019
    Well organised with no problems; Montenegro nature is really amazing and canyoning experience was just unforgettable
  • Canyoning was geat....

    Carl July 2019
    Canyoning was geat.
  • The food, activities and our host were all...

    Toby July 2019
    The food, activities and our host were all marvelous.
  • Canyoning was some of the best I had done....

    Ashleigh September 2018
    Canyoning was some of the best I had done. Beautiful, newly discovered canyon. The food that was cooked for us was very tasty.
  • Everything went to plan, fab location....

    Faye September 2018
    Everything went to plan, fab location.
  • Such an unforgettable experience. The scene...

    Ollie September 2018
    Such an unforgettable experience. The scenery will blow you away. The Canyoning was a particular highlight, it really felt like exploring an untouched land. The staff and instructors were so friendly and fun and the food was top notch. Will definitely recommend.
  • The guides were incredible, and the host an...

    Shannon September 2018
    The guides were incredible, and the host and staff at the accommodation were incredibly helpful and friendly. The trip was a chance to see parts of a country which otherwise I would not have known about.
  • The scenery and experience were great. ...

    Gayle July 2018
    The scenery and experience were great.
  • Food, activities and organisation were grea...

    Victoria July 2018
    Food, activities and organisation were great.
  • The people were so nice and hospitable! Als...

    Nelly July 2018
    The people were so nice and hospitable! Also, everything was really well organised.
  • Accommodation and the activities were aweso...

    Alexandra July 2018
    Accommodation and the activities were awesome! Canyoning was the highlight. Milada was super helpful in every aspect of the trip!
  • Everything was great! I know that sounds si...

    Carly July 2018
    Everything was great! I know that sounds silly but it really was amazing! The hosts were friendly and engaging, the activities challenging but exhilarating and worth the effort. The food was rustic but plentiful and added to the charm. I really can't fault anything!
  • The whole trip was planned perfectly. We di...

    Sunil July 2018
    The whole trip was planned perfectly. We did not need to worry about a thing. Hosts were very welcoming. The fantastic trip overall.
  • The canyoneering was amazing! ...

    Samuel July 2018
    The canyoneering was amazing!
  • The canyoning trip was absolutely amazing....

    Kelly September 2017
    The canyoning trip was absolutely amazing. I have absolutely no experience with this sort of activity and the instructors were so fantastic (especially Marko who had so much patience with me!!!). Also, Christian, our driver was also amazing and made the transfers very enjoyable.
  • The activities were fantastic! Christian th...

    Glear September 2017
    The activities were fantastic! Christian the driver was fantastic also!
  • The adventures were as described, the scene...

    Nicola September 2017
    The adventures were as described, the scenery was even more beautiful, the food was very good.
  • Excellent food. Great hosts. Fantastic loca...

    Hugh September 2017
    Excellent food. Great hosts. Fantastic location.
  • I particularly enjoyed the canyoning - the...

    Liz August 2017
    I particularly enjoyed the canyoning - the instructors were brilliant, it was challenging, and really good fun. I was also so impressed with how friendly, helpful, and accommodating Christian was (our driver for a couple of days).

Before You Travel

What to Pack

Backpack with hiking gear laid out

Know before you go! Some stuff we'll provide, other things you'll need to bring.

Kit List

What's included?
  • All your rafting, canyoning and safety equipment
What do I need to bring?
Clothing
  • Breathable, quick-drying, sport clothes
  • Shoes that can get wet
  • Warm layer for evenings
Other
  • Swimsuit and towel
  • Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sun block)
  • Cash for any extra bits you'd like to buy. There is a cash-only bar on site, but no card-payment facilities are available.

FAQs

As you start and end in different cities, you’ll need to bring everything with you, but won’t need to carry it each day.

Sure can! Over 70% of our travellers travel solo, it’s a great way to meet like-minded people.

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Our trips are typically made up of a mixture of solo travellers and small groups of 2 or 3 friends, with most in their 30s-50s.

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