Kayak and Wild Camp Montenegro - 8 Days

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From £1,242£155 per day

Who is this trip for

Genders

  • Female70%
  • Male30%

Average age

37
14 Min75 Max

Start / End

  • Podgorica
  • Podgorica

Physical rating

4/5

Group size

3 - 8

Meals included

12

Highlights

  • Paddling every day along the serene, shimmering waters of Southern Europe’s largest lake and its connected lily-clad rivers
  • Camping wild for five nights by the shores and swimming in idyllic, hidden beauty spots with the freshest water
  • Taking a mid-week bushcraft masterclass in the willow forest, learning outdoor skills like foraging, fire-starting and bivouac-building
  • Kayaking the majestic serpentine bends of the Crnojevića River, set deep below dramatic limestone cliffs
  • Visiting remote fishing villages and an isolated medieval island monastery, still inhabited by nuns today
  • Finishing 65km of paddling with a relaxation day on a pristine freshwater beach stretching half a kilometre and fringed with pine trees

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Summary

Join us for one of the best under-the-radar kayaking adventures in Europe! A unique experience – paddle the remarkable untouched landscapes of Lake Skadar and see the beauty of this amazing National Park, bringing you closer to nature! You will cover a distance of c.60 km over 5 full days of paddling, with a day on either side to arrive and afterwards rest up, making up a week of an unforgettable adventure. Learn about the lake’s incredibly diverse flora and fauna, sleep in tents next to the shore, enjoy a brilliant 2-day bushcraft course, watch millions of stars in the evening and practice new skills (foraging for wild food, shelter-building, fishing and bird-watching as well as paddling)! This escape is suitable for anyone with a reasonable level of fitness and a must-do for nature enthusiasts, couples, friends, families and anyone who wants to try a new way of enjoying the outdoors. Please note that prior paddling experience is essential!

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Itinerary

  • Day 1

    Arrival

    Arrival at Virpazar from your arrival airport and a short transfer to the base camp situated in a beautiful woodland in the National Park. In the evening we will have a tasty organic dinner at Koral Biofarm where everyone can get to know each other a bit better. It’s also the time to get all your supplies and gear packed and ready for the adventure to begin the next day!

  • Day 2

    Rijeka Crnojevića to Dodoši

    Arrival at Virpazar from your arrival airport and a short transfer to the base camp situated in a beautiful woodland in the National Park. In the evening we will have a tasty organic dinner at Koral Biofarm where everyone can get to know each other a bit better. It’s also the time to get all your supplies and gear packed and ready for the adventure to begin the next day!

  • Day 3

    Dodoši to Morača Delta

    First, we shall head back down the small waterways of the Karatuna, past, lily pad fields and with lots of birdlife. Once we are into the main body of the lake we paddle around deserted islands with jaw-dropping views over the hills and mountains before swinging past the twin peaks island of Vranjina to the shores of the Morača Delta, where our bushcraft instructors, Kristijan and Darko, will be waiting for us. Paddling distance: 12km

  • Day 4

    Bushcraft Course

    Start a fire without matches, build a bivouac out of available materials, whittle a spoon, learn to fish and navigate by the sun and stars – all skills that will come in useful come the zombie apocalypse!

  • Day 5

    Bushcraft Course Day 2, then on to Raduš

    Your first day was about survival techniques – your second is about thriving in the outdoor environment! Navigation, fishing, foraging for and preparing food in nature, safe use of tools – it’s all about putting your new skills into practice in the setting of this stunning National Park. Once we are out of the heat of the day, we shall paddle down the other side of the delta and across the open water to the deepest point of the lake, Raduš (depth 120m) where locals Danilo and Lidija will prepare a delicious fish dinner for us. Swimming is very much encouraged at this spot, and arriving by starlight is sometimes an atmospheric bonus! We sleep in charming waterside apartments this night to take advantage of some hot showers 😉 Paddling distance: 10km

  • Day 6

    Raduš to Murići

    Hugging the shoreline, it is time to paddle further south towards the clear open waters. Passing the old fishing settlements of Raduš and Krnjice, we will have stunning views of the Prokletije mountain range on our left, the famous “cursed” mountains of Albania. Around halfway we may have the opportunity to stop by Starčevo Gorica, one of the most remote of the lake’s seven island monasteries. We will eventually camp at Murići, just 90 minutes further down the coast, a gorgeous, practically unknown 400 m-long freshwater beach that even in summer is practically deserted! Paddling distance: 15km

  • Day 7

    Visit to Beška Monastery and Return to Virpazar

    The final leg of our journey! From the beach campsite, we first will pay a visit to the friendly and hugely welcoming nuns on the island monastery of Beška, where we can share a tour and a glass of homemade pomegranate juice with the sisters to refresh us physically and spiritually before we return to the beach for collection by Landrover. The rest of the day is free for everyone. For people who want to explore on their own, there is plenty to discover within walking distance from the base camp. We will have a last dinner together at basecamp, where the owner will prepare for us some typically tasty, local dishes.

  • Day 8

    Departure

    Return to Podgorica/Tivat Airport.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Two nights in locally-owned apartments/chalets and five nights wild camping.

  • Meals

    Breakfasts: 2, Lunches: 5, Dinners: 5

    Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.

    Vegetarian options available

  • Local Guide

    Guided

    This adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.

  • Wifi

    Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.

Dates & Prices

  • Sep 25

    from £1,242

Essential trip information

Our Important Notes and Packing List cover all essentials, from necessary equipment to inclusions, ensuring you're fully equipped and informed for this extraordinary adventure and more.

Frequently asked questions

  • Are all entrance fees included in the price?

    Yes, all entrance fees are included in the tour price.
  • Are any meals included?

    Yes, 2 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 5 dinners are included in the price.
  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Of course! All of our guides are fluent or near native in English and even in some other languages!
  • Are there many mosquitos?

    Like anywhere in the Mediterranean, mosquitos are around but there are never swarms of them. If you’re worried about bites, bring some repellent and some antihistamines too if you know you react badly to them (hard to buy locally). They are not generally a problem away from the coast.
  • Are vaccinations required for this tour?

    There are no specific vaccinations required for your visit to Montenegro but we recommend checking with your GP or local travel clinic to check for your own personal circumstances. Since most vaccines don’t produce immunity until at least two weeks after they’re given, visit a physician at least six weeks before departure.
  • Are you insured for the activities you offer?

    Of course, we have full liability insurance up to £ 5 million. It is also essential for all of our travellers to have personal travel insurance.
  • Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

    On the seventh day of the kayak trip, guests will have the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings near Virpazar for half of the day, with no planned activities or itinerary.
  • What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

    Basic, clean and characterful guesthouses for nights 1 and 7 - camping in between!
  • Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

    Of course, you'll get the trip notes prior to your trip with all the necessary information.
  • Can you cater for vegetarians or other specialist diets?

    Although we do our best to meet everyone's dietary needs, catering for vegetarian dishes can be a challenge on this holiday, especially when camping remotely. We advise our vegetarian and vegan guests to bring some protein snacks with them to ensure they have enough sustenance during their adventure.
  • Do we need a car?

    All transport is taken care of by us!
  • How expensive is eating out or buying food for self-catering?

    Restaurants are great value – mains are generally € 5-10 and you should never pay more than € 2 for half a litre of beer. At the supermarket it’s even cheaper of course – a loaf of bread is 80 cents, milk is 60 cents.
  • How hot is it in summer?

    April/May temperatures in Montenegro's south range from 20-30C. June/July – 25-35C. August – 30-35C. September – 20-30C. October – 15-25C. For the North of Montenegro, Albania and Kosovo, knock off 10C!
  • How much travelling is involved on this trip?

    This kayak holiday is designed to fully immerse guests in the stunning Lake Skadar region, with minimal time spent in the car. The only time guests will need to travel by car is on the first and last two days of the trip and that's less than 2 hours each day.
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