Hike, Raft and Explore Bosnia and Montenegro
Summit the highest peaks of each country and raft the longest canyon in Europe
Hike, Raft and Explore Bosnia and Montenegro
Summit the highest peaks of each country and raft the longest canyon in Europe
DURATION
6 nights
LOCATION
Bosnia and Herzegovina
ANNUAL LEAVE
4 days off work
SEASON
Jun-Sep
GROUP SIZE
Up to 14 people
MEETING POINT
Dubrovnik Airport, Croatia
ACCOMMODATION
Hotel · Mountain hut
DIFFICULTY
Challenging
No previous experience needed, just a reasonable level of fitness to tackle the highest peaks.
Climb the highest peak in each country - Mount Maglic (2836m) in Bosnia and Mount Bobotov (2523m) in Montenegro
Blast through the Tara River Canyon - the longest gorge in Europe - and explore two idyllic national parks
Experience the region’s unique culture and warm hospitality in the charming city of Trebinje
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— Zoe, June 2022
You must go on this trip now! The photos do not do it justice as to how peaceful this trip is. First trip with MBA but it will not be my last
— Yasmine, August 2022
A generally mellow trip, don't expect to be very active the whole time. There's a balance between activity and just relaxing. A lot of dinners with the group, so maybe pack some nice evening clothes so you're not the only one showing up in workout clothes!
— Samuel, September 2022
The trip as a whole was fantastic. The highlight for me that was summiting Bobatov Kuk in Montenegro. It's a lot higher than the mountains in the UK and looking up at it made it look like an impossible task. One thing to mention is the local guide, Hamza. What a guy! I think this trip was made so much more adventerous, fun and interesting with him as our guide.
— Marcus, September 2022
Host was amazing - Went out of his way to help us all out. Many pushed themselves on this trip. Really cool to get the highest peaks in both Bosnia and Montenegro done in one trip.
— Sam, June 2022
Great trip!
— Emily, June 2022
Don't think twice about booking this trip - the scenery is some of the most beautiful I've ever seen and Radomir, our guide, was truly fantastic. A great group of like minded people, challenging but rewarding hikes and lots of opportunities to wild swim. One of the best trips of my life!
— Andy, September 2022
I cannot rate this trip highly enough. First and foremost, Hamza our guide deserves a special mention. He was incredible. He ensured we all had what was needed for each day and ensured we all got up and down each mountain safely. He really was fantastic. The group was also amazing and everybody mucked in with all the activities and just had a laugh the whole time. Our whole group got up and down both mountains without too much trouble, and there are plenty of opportunities to take it easy the day before each bike hike, so I wouldn’t worry about the trip being “challenging” as it should be doable for most. The only thing I would do differently is take more cash, and less snacks with me! My case was full of snacks from the UK but as soon as you cross the border into Bosnia you stop off at a supermarket so can just stock up then. Also you are extremely well fed the whole week so being hungry was never an option! Few places take credit card and there are plenty of opportunities to drink lots of alcohol, so if you’re a drinker, you’ll need cash.
— Caitlin, June 2022
Loved the trip. Our guide was amazing.
— Sophie-Jayne, July 2022
Great opportunity to meet new people in a safe and fun way
— Paul, August 2022
Excellent tour with a great range of activities to keep you occupied
Included
Guides
Experienced, English speaking guide
Accommodation
6 nights in a mix of traditional mountain chalets and 3-star hotels
Meals
Munch on tasty food throughout
Transfers
To and from the airport and everything in-between
Equipment
All your activity equipment
Not Included
Flights to and from the meeting point
Travel insurance
Tips for your guides
The Area
Logistics
Starts
Dubrovnik Airport, Croatia
13:30
Ends
Dubrovnik Airport, Croatia
11:30
Transfers
Your adventure begins at Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) where you will meet your host and fellow adventurers in the arrivals area at 13:30. Please schedule your flight to arrive more than 30 minutes before this time.
At the end of the trip you will be dropped back at Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) at 11:30, so you're free to catch any flight departing after 12:30. Alternatively, you can always stay on and explore Dubrovnik further. There are regular airport shuttle buses to and from Dubrovnik Airport and the city centre for those that are arriving early or staying on after the trip.
If you are unable to get the group transfer from the airport, you'll need to either hire a car or book a taxi to get to the start point in Mostar (2.5 hour drive). Your host is unable to arrange a private transfer to the start point of the trip.
Travel options
There are regular flights to Dubrovnik from airports across the UK and Europe.
Day 1
Hotel · Twin share
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Day 2 – Day 4
Hotel · Twin share
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Day 5
Mountain hut · Mixed dorm
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Day 6
Hotel · Twin share
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Day 7
Departure day
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
What is the food like?
All the food on this trip will be freshly made, local fare. Dishes are typically hearty with plenty of cheese and other dairy products, as well as dried meats, fish, pastries and local fruits and vegetables. Vegetarians, vegans and other dietary requirements and allergies can be catered for - please just request on your passenger info form.
What is the accommodation like?
Bosnia and Montenegro
Across the adventure, you'll stay in Tjentiste, Zabljak and Trebinje in a mixture of traditional mountain chalets and 3-star hotels. Rooms are comfortable with en-suite facilities and WiFi is available.
Day 1
First hike
Hiking
2hrs · 4-5km · 300m up · 300m down
Driving
4hrs
Meet your host and fellow adventurers in Dubrovnik and head straight to the Sutjeska National Park, the oldest in the region. Visit the Valley of Heroes Monument and learn about the history behind these mountains, while passing the green hills and glittering lakes of this stunning national treasure, home to one of the largest colonies of brown bears in the Balkans. Head back down and then on to your accommodation where a hearty dinner will be waiting.
Day 2
Mount Maglic (2836m)
Hiking
6-7hrs · 10km · 718m up · 700m down
Begin the day by ascending to the highest point in Bosnia, the 2,386-metre summit of Mount Maglic, using steel cables for the most exposed sections. Enjoy panoramic views from the top and then descend to the scenic Trnovov Lake and take a welcome break on the shore. Continue down through dense conifer forest to your accommodation for the night in Tjentiste.
Day 3
Raft the Tara River
Rafting
2-4hrs · 25km
Test yourself against the waters of the Tara River Canyon - the longest in Europe and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take an exhilarating white-knuckle ride down the rapids and then spend the afternoon relaxing, sunbathing and swimming in the river.
Day 4
Glacial hiking
Hiking
2-3hrs · 10km · 150m up · 150m down
Adopt a more relaxed pace as you explore the glacial lakes of the Durmitor National Park in Montenegro, including the spectacular Black Lake and Snake Lake. Spend some free time in this tranquil setting and then rest your legs as you prepare for tomorrow’s challenge.
Day 5
Climb Montenegro's highest peak
Hiking
6-7hrs · 14km · 900m up · 900m down
Set off on your biggest challenge yet as you hike to the top of Bobotov Peak (2,522m) the highest point in Montenegro (and the entire trip) with 700 metres of ascent and an exhilarating and exposed finale. Enjoy the view from the summit and then head down to Žabljak and a chance to sample the local cuisine and a celebratory drink before heading to your accommodation and a well-earned rest.
Day 6
Trebinje and winery tour
Top 5 days of adventure with a spot of culture and fine wine in the ancient city of Trebinje. Take a guided tour to experience this delightful little city, do some shopping, grab a coffee and watch the world go by and then visit the Tvrdos monastery where you can sample some of the region’s fantastic wine, before heading back to your hotel and a final dinner with your team.
Day 7
Home
After an exhilarating journey through some of the most spectacular scenery in Bosnia and Montenegro, it’s time to head back home. First, however, there's one last breakfast with your team and a chance to swap photos and contact details before heading to the airport and your flight home.
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What's included?
- All your activity equipment
What do I need to bring?
- Hiking trousers
- Hiking shoes
- Waterproof jacket
- Breathable quick-drying clothing
- Sun protection (glasses, hat, sunscreen)
- Warm clothes
- Backpack (30L minimum to hold water, some snacks, a spare shirt, suscreen, maybe a rain jacket just in case)
- Shorts
- Energy bars
Optional Private Room Upgrade
Payable Before Departure
Optional Private Room Upgrade
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Pre-trip Accommodation in Tjentiste - Single Room
Payable Before Departure
Pre-trip Accommodation in Tjentiste - Single Room
… Per Night
Pre-trip Accommodation in Tjentiste - Twin/Double Room
Payable Before Departure
Pre-trip Accommodation in Tjentiste - Twin/Double Room
… Per Night
Post-trip Accommodation in Trebinje - Single Room
Payable Before Departure
Post-trip Accommodation in Trebinje - Single Room
… Per Night
Post-trip Accommodation in Trebinje - Twin/Double Room
Payable Before Departure
Post-trip Accommodation in Trebinje - Twin/Double Room
… Per Night
We've crunched the numbers to work out the total carbon footprint of this trip, and plant enough trees to suck 2x as much back out the atmosphere.
What's the number?
It works out on average at 276kg of CO2 emissions per person, including all local transport, accommodation, food, activities, guides, staff and office operations.
The only thing it doesn’t include right now is flights and travel to the destination. We do make an overall estimate across all our customers separately, but as we don’t book flights, have customers from all corners of the world, and no way of reliably knowing their travel plans, we simply can’t include an individual number in the figure on display here. We’ve got a goal for 2022 to fix that, so that when you book, there is a way to measure and mitigate the carbon emitted by your flight too.
But what does the number mean?
Yep, hard to picture eh? To give you an idea:
- Driving 1000miles/1609km would be approx. 281kg of CO2 in an average car (or 140.5kg per person if there was 2 of you in it).
- A return economy class flight London - New York would be approx. 1,619kg (1.66 tonnes) per person.
- 10 trees in a temperate forest are estimated to remove approx. 250kg of CO2 from the air in a period of 5-10 years.
What are we doing about it?
Our trips are relatively low-carbon by design, and we're working with all our hosts to develop long term carbon reduction plans. For every person booked with us since 2016 we’re planting enough trees to suck at least 2x more carbon out the atmosphere than is emitted by their trips. All native trees, as part of amazing projects that are re-foresting degraded land, tackling the biodiversity crisis and supporting local communities at the same time. We go further than that too, also funding re-wilding projects worldwide to help protect important keystone species from extinction. See the reforestation and re-wilding schemes we support. See our carbon action plan.
Want to know more?
Amazingly, no international travel company has ever publicly published their carbon measurements before, as far as we know. We believe that must change, quickly. So we’re openly sharing the method we used in the hope that other companies will be able to more easily follow suit and build on what we've done so far. You'll find it all here.
A reasonable level of fitness is required as you'll be hiking for 5-6 hours and ascending around 700m, although it will be at a relaxed pace.
Sure can! Over 50% of our travellers travel solo, it’s a great way to meet like-minded people.
Summer is the best time to visit Bosnia and Montenegro, with daytime temperatures ranging from 24 - 30 degrees Celsius, but cooling down in the evening and at night. Several days on this adventure are spent at higher altitudes where the temperature can be cooler, ideal for hiking. The weather can be wet at any time of year, so it's worth packing waterproof clothing.
Your overnight luggage will be transported with you in the van each day. During the day, you can leave your bag in your room at the mountain chalet.
Our recommended travel insurance provider is Campbell Irvine.
Travel insurance is compulsory on all of our adventures. Your insurance should include adequate protection for overseas medical treatment, evacuation/repatriation, your baggage and equipment and the specific activities involved on your adventure.
Your insurance policy should also include specific Covid-19 cover, including cancellation and curtailment cover if you, your travel companion or a close relative are diagnosed with Covid-19.
We fully endorse Campbell Irvine as their insurance offers all of the above, so get in touch with them or call on 020 7938 1734 to get your insurance sorted. We suggest that you book travel insurance as soon as you book your adventure, just to cover you for any last minute life changes. We know you’re an active lot and injuries do happen!
We automatically convert prices from the local currency that a host receives to your chosen currency. We update our exchange rates on a daily basis so this does mean that prices displayed on the site are subject to currency fluctuations, which is why you may see them change over time.
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All of our group adventures are specially designed for adults to enjoy (18+) as we want these adventures to bring together outdoorsy people who are truly like-minded. Children can be accommodated on some private departures.
You're in good company. Our adventures are typically made up of a mix of solo travellers and small groups of two or three friends who simply love adventure, pushing themselves and meeting awesome like-minded people. See here for more info about our lovely bunch of Much Better Adventurers.
Want to book a private trip? Just tap ‘Private Group’ in the dates and prices tab.
Your trip is led by carefully curated local hosts and expert guides. See here for more info about the guides we work with.
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