Jewels of Skadar Lake: Rijeka Crnojevica hiking, boating and wine tasting

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Explore Skadar Lake on a boat, hike to the cave, visit a local award-winning winery


Hiking in Skadar Lake area will definitely surprise you. One of our favorite spots - Obod Cave.

Hiking in Skadar Lake area will definitely surprise you. One of our favorite spots - Obod Cave.

Beautiful view from Pavlova Strana viewpoint.

Beautiful view from Pavlova Strana viewpoint.

If you love the great outdoors, adventures and nature, then this is a tour for you. On this tour you will visit beautiful little town of Rijeka Crnojevica, have an unforgettable boat Tripand hike to Obod cave nearby. On the boat ride you will see many different species of birds and different animals (we might even see dears), water lilies, hills rising from the lake and old monasteries.

Picturesque Rijeka Crnojevica is a significant historical site of Montenegro and it is a place you can`t miss while in Montenegro. It was once the capital of the Crnojevic dynasty (15th century) and the first printed book in Europe “Oktoih prvoglasnik”, was printed in a printing house in this very place. Can you believe that we printed a book in 1494, just 2 years after Columbus discovered America? How amazing is that?

This tour is a perfect opportunity to experience and see the old Montenegro.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Spend a day cruising on a biggest lake of Balkans among the wild breathtaking nature

  • Experience the beauty of the lake, water lilies, water chestnuts, amazing flora and see some of the 264 species of birds residing here

  • You will learn everything from history, geography, cultural heritage and the nature world residing here

  • Dependable on the season, you will even see the Dalmatian Curly Pelican in its only natural habitat in Europe

  • Try the traditional Montenegrin breakfast while cruising on the lake

  • Have wine tasting in a family owned winery and try their delicious wines

  • Enjoy a personalized experience

The view of Skadar Lake from Pavlova Strana is magnificeent, do you agree?

The view of Skadar Lake from Pavlova Strana is magnificeent, do you agree?

Perfect photo spot in Skadar Lake, Montenegro.

Perfect photo spot in Skadar Lake, Montenegro.

OVERVIEW

The Jewels of Skadar Lake tour starts in front of your hotel where we will pick you up (Podgorica). After half an hour drive, we will have a photo stop at one of the most beautiful views on Skadar lake, Pavlova Strana (Pavle’s side). Soon after the stop, we will reach Rijeka Crnojevica, a small town with a large and significant history. We will go on a short hike to Obod cave (5 km total) and when we return we will do a boat trip of one hour. This is also when we will enter Skadar Lake National Park. We will enjoy the beautiful nature unfolding in front of our eyes, while tasting Montenegrin homemade food, rakija and wine. Our guide will explain everything you need to know about Lake Skadar and its surroundings. Yours is only to relax and enjoy your time.

After the boat ride on Skadar lake, we will go to one of the oldest wineries in this area and taste incredible wines and spirits. After the full day of adventures and with smiles on our faces, we will return back to your hotel.

A must see in Montenegro.

A must see in Montenegro.

We will pass through the forest and some forgotten old houses that are now embraced by the nature.

We will pass through the forest and some forgotten old houses that are now embraced by the nature.

Nature in Lake Skadar area - in particular - this hiking trail passes next to the water, almost the whole way.

Nature in Lake Skadar area - in particular - this hiking trail passes next to the water, almost the whole way.

Jungle vibes in Montenegro :)

Jungle vibes in Montenegro :)

proposed ITINERARY

09:00 Meeting in front of your hotel in Podgorica

09:00 - 09:30 Driving to Rijeka Crnojevica

09:30-9:45 Photo stop at Pavlova strana, a place that looks better live then on the postcards!

09:45 - 10:00 We will have a walk in Rijeka Crnojevica, and see the old bridge from 1853. and take some beautiful photos

10:00 - 12.15 We will have an easy hike to Obod cave through beautiful nature scenery next to the river

12:15 - 13:15 We will go boat cruising on the River Crnojevica and Skadar lake and get to know history, cultural heritage, flora and fauna

13:15 - 13:45 Driving to the winery where we will taste some of the best Montenegrin wines and spirits

13:45 - 15:15 Wine tasting with traditional meze in a small family owned winery

15:15 – 16:15 Driving back to Podgorica and end of the tour

Private tour of River Crnoojevica area in Skadar Lake will take about 6 hours. It is a tour not to be missed while in Montenegro.

Private tour of River Crnoojevica area in Skadar Lake will take about 6 hours. It is a tour not to be missed while in Montenegro.

Hiking part of the tur can be dangerous, we suggest solid, comfortable shoes. Children from 10 and above can join the hiking part of the tour.

Hiking part of the tur can be dangerous, we suggest solid, comfortable shoes. Children from 10 and above can join the hiking part of the tour.

TYPE OF TOUR: Adventure, Hiking, Heritage, foody tour

TOUR DIFFICULTY: Easy

BEST TIME TO GO: whole year

WHAT TO BRING: Sunscreen, Sunglasses, Hat, Jacket, comfortable shoes, walking sticks if you have them

SCHEDULED DEPARTURES: Please let us know at least two days in advance

DEARTURE TIME: 9 am or at your preference

TOUR DURATION: 7 hours

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Old fiishermen village Rijeka Crnojevica.

PLEASE NOTE:

  • This is a private tour

  • This tour includes hiking (easy trail) of 5 km in total, please wear comfortable shoes

  • If you prefer to skip the hiking part, you can have a coffee instead in one of the cafe’s next to the river

  • Prior experience is not needed

  • Timetable in the tour description isn’t fixed, and it can be designed to accommodate your group’s preferences and starting location (from 7-9am, if starting from Podgorica, if you are starting from other cities, please let us know in advance. Kindly make requests at the time of booking.

  • Maximum number of participants is 8 persons per guide

  • Entrance to Skadra Lake National Park is free for children under the age of 7

  • Supplement for a single person + 50%

  • For children up to 12 years of age, price is 30% less

Recharging batteries, :)

Recharging batteries, :)

Who would you bring here with you?

Who would you bring here with you?

INCLUDED:

  • Transportation by comfortable air conditioned car, minivan or bus

  • Licensed Montenegrin guide

  • Entrance to Skadar Lake National Park

  • Boat ride on Skadar Lake

  • Meze and traditional drinks on the boat

  • Montenegrin guide

  • Wine tasting and traditional meze

  • Water bottles during the tour

  • Glass of wine, rakija, soft drinks

NOT INCLUDED

  • Additional drinks

  • Tips

PriceS:

1 PERSON: 160 euros per person + 50% Single supplement

2-4 persons: 150 euros per person

5-8 Persons: 130 EUROS PER PERSON

*WE HAVE SPECIAL DISCOUNTS FOR LARGE GROUPS, CONTACT US FOR MORE DETAILS.

Our last stop will be winery.

Our last stop will be winery.

In this local, family owned winery, you will also have a chance to try some of the traditional Montenegrin spirits.

In this local, family owned winery, you will also have a chance to try some of the traditional Montenegrin spirits.

Here you will try some of the best wines in Montenegro.

Here you will try some of the best wines in Montenegro.

Award-winning winery in family atmosphere.

Award-winning winery in family atmosphere.

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