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Lovćen & Lake Skadar National Park Full Day Tour from Kotor Bay and Budva

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Spend a day visiting National Park Lovćen with its most important attractions of Petar II Petrović Njegoš mausoleum, the Njeguši village, Cetinje and Lipa cave. Additionally visit Skadar Lake National Park by experiencing the beautiful Crnojevića Rijeka and Skadar Lake boat cruise. 

This tour is flexible and can start anywhere from Kotor bay or Montenegro coastline.

• Drive up the beautiful Kotor serpentines and enjoy the stunning views of the Kotor bay
• Walk 461 steps of Lovćen Mausoleum dedicated to Petar II Petrović Njegoš
• Taste the world’s best prosciutto and cheese at Njeguši village
• Visit Cetinje, the historical and spiritual capital of Montenegro
• Explore Lipa cave, Montenegro’s most famous speleological wonder
• Cruise the amazing Skadar Lake and enjoy the untouched beauty of spots off the beaten path
• For the peace of mind all entrance fees and prosciutto/cheese tasting included in the price

What's Included

Please note: This tour has very complex itinerary and includes a lot of interesting stops along the way. For maximum pleasure and peace of mind we have included all entrance fees with prosciutto and cheese tasting into the tour costs, what makes this tour priced slightly higher. Our policy is maximum transparency to our guests, with no hidden costs at all.

• Tour itinerary offers maximum flexibility.
• English speaking local-expert guide and driver
• Njeguši prosciutto and cheese tasting

Lovćen National Park

• Lovćen Mausoleum
• Cetinje Museum
• Airport transfer and all tour overland transfers.
• No hidden costs. All government taxes & entrance fees.
• Cancellation Flexibility. Cancel 24hrs before departure or change dates.
• Tour is available throughout the year.
• Pay safely online with a credit card. We accept payments for all types of credit cards.

NOT INCLUDED

• Private Tour
• Skadar Lake boat ride: Price for an hour of ride vary from 35 to 50 EUR per group (up to 10 persons depending on the season) and you can prearrange your preferred number of hours with us in advance, or alternatively you can negotiate price on the spot with local boat suppliers.
• Personal travel insurance is not included. Please buy it at home country.
• Tips are not included in the tour costs. If you receive excellent service, please consider tipping.

Getting There

Pickup Time Tour departs at 8 AM, meaning we are picking you up at your accommodation 15min before departure.

Pickup Locations We shall pick you up in whole region of Kotor bay, Budva and Herceg Novi.

Activity Note: Today we plan to visit Njegoš mausoleum at Lovćen National Park, and to reach all the way up, we will have 461 stairs. During the summer take sun cream. The morning 1 hour ride that will take us from Kotor to Lovćen has 25 sharp hairpin turns, so make sure you don’t overeat yourself during the morning breakfast. Additionally, our Skadar lake cruise will provide us an amazing opportunity for great swim and chill. We are visiting the beautiful Lipa cave, and the temperature inside is around 10 degrees Celsius, so make sure to have something warm to wear, if needed.

Morning Start

We start pickups in Kotor at 8 AM. As the day is quite long, a bit earlier start is recommended. If you are staying outside of Kotor, please let us know and we are happy to pick you up anywhere in Kotor bay region or Budva.

Kotor Serpentines

The first part of the tour will be a stunning experience of driving via an Austrians made road (1879) that originally connected Kotor and Cetinje, the old royal capital of Montenegro. Our drivers are well experienced and driving this roads will be a pleasure. The road is enriched with 25 hairpin turns, and with several panorama stops, it gives us an amazing view over the Kotor bay.

Once at the top, we have arrived at Lovćen National Park, a core and heart of Montenegro, its most valuable cultural, historical and religious heritage site.

> Kotor Serpentines, 8.3km long stretch of stunning driving experience

The Lovćen National Park was founded in 1952, with an area of 6220 acres. The heart of Lovćen is considered to be Jezerski vrh (1657m) on which the mausoleum of Petar II Petrović Njegoš, the most famous poet, bishop and ruler of Montenegro from 1830 to 1851, was built.

> Lovćen National Park Observation point at Petar II Petrović Njegoš Mausoleum

Having climbed 461 steps, carved into the sheer rocks, we get the opportunity to explore the Mausoleum and to enjoy the 360 views of the stunning Montenegro landscapes. On one side we can see Skadar Lake and majestic Montenegro mountains, and on the other, stunning Kotor bay, and if the day is clear, possibly even the coast of Italy.

> Petar II Petrović Njegoš Mausoleum interior

Njeguši Village

After exploring the powerful story of Petar II Petrović Njegoš, we head down and take a short ride to Njeguši, the birthplace village of the Njegoš dynasty, which ruled Montenegro from 1696 to 1918. Njeguši village, aside from being the cultural and historical core of Montenegro, at the same time is the birthplace of Montenegrin national cuisine.

> Njeguši village under mighty peaks of Lovćen National Park

The idyllic village with just several tens of inhabitants, is homeplace to globally popular Njeguši prosciutto and Njeguši cheese. Since the region of Njeguši village ideally combines Mediterranean and Continental climate effects, the local products of prosciutto and cheese together with honey, rakija (eng. brandy), variety of herbs, local organic veggies and fruits, simply taste the best, and add up to the overall experience of this beautiful village.

> Njeguši prosciutto served with locally made cheese

Njeguši prosciutto is a dark colored pork meat of intensive taste. Salted, beech smoked and dried at the specially made dryers of 1m thick stone walls, combined with centuries old traditions and the art of making, this unique product of Montenegro is a must try. When you taste the Njeguši prosciutto, it feels as if you just have tried the pure hormone of happiness, serotonin, which tastes like the mysticism of the distant past.

At Funky Tours, we are devoted to the best of spiritual and material worlds, so tasting the best Njeguši prosciutto, combined with yellow Njeguši cheese, (if preferred, wine and local brandy), is simply a bit of both worlds.

After the historic and tasty visit to Njeguši village, our journey continues towards Cetinje – former center of the state, and today the cultural, historical and spiritual capital of Montenegro.

In the 2nd half of 15th century, the Ottoman conquests have forced the then master of Zeta, Ivan Crnojević to move the seat of the state, from the fortified town of Žabljak, to a more inaccessible climate, deep into the mountains, to a foothills of Lovćen mountain. During 1482, Ivan Crnojević built a court and monastery, which were the first establishments of the new capital, Cetinje. Later when Ivan Crnojević transferred the Zeta Metropolitanate to the newly built monastery, Cetinje in addition to the secular, became a spiritual center. In the mid 19th century, when already mentioned, the glorious Petar Petrović II Njegoš, managed to unite Montenegrin tribes and create the foundations of a modern state, Cetinje until today became the mythical place of Montenegrin nationalism and statehood.

> Cetinje Orthodox Monastery

During our walking tour of Cetinje, we will learn historic facts about Montenegrin old capital, hear about the first printing house of the South Slavs (just 4 decades after the Guttenbergs), visit famous Cetinje spots such as Cetinje Monastery, historic centre with its famous foreign embassies, museums, royal theatre, Biljarda (the new royal residence) and so much more.

If required, free time in Cetinje, to explore the historic town on your own will be arranged.

Just 5 kilometers from Cetinje, we will make a short detour and break away from socio-cultural stories to peek a bit into speleology, and visit Montenegro’s most famous speleological wonder, the Lipa cave. About 2.5km in length, a mix of beautiful passages and halls, enriched with stunning stalactites and stalagmites, some up to 5m tall, and with annual temperature ranging from 8 to 12 degrees Celsius, Lipa cave is a must see for anyone visiting the region of Cetinje.

Our 1 hour visit to Lipa cave is a professionally guided tour, with the local guide, whose speleological knowledge and expertise will additionally enhance our cave exploring experience.

> Beautiful Lipa Cave near Cetinje

Rijeka Crnojevića (Lunch break)

The lunch time is planned at Rijeka Crnojevića, or famously called Montenegrin Venice. When Ivan Crnojevic in 15the century founded Cetinje, in centuries to follow Rijeka Crnojevića (eng. Crnojević river – named after Crnojević dynasty), as one of the most famous Skadar lake tributaries, became the largest Montenegrin port and the leading trade center. Together with the Danilo bridge, built in 1853, several old buildings, a nice pedestrian zone and a few beautifully located traditional restaurants, Crnojevića Rijeka is the perfect place for lunch time chill.

> Crnojevića Rijeka boat cruise trail

Especially appreciated product of this region is dry bleak (dried fish), and due to its uniqueness and exceptional taste, traditionally very much in demand on the Italian market.

Normally, aside from locally appreciated fish, other Montenegrin continental and seafood dishes can be easily found here. Your Funky Tours Host job is to, according to your taste, recommend you the best food from the offer.

Optional: Skadar Lake Boat Cruise

After delicious lunch you can even on spot if you prefer to do boat ride on Skadar Lake. We definitely recommend it as it will probably be the most inspiring moments of the day.

Price for an hour of ride vary from 35 to 50 EUR per group (up to 10 persons depending on the season) and you can prearrange your preferred number of hours with us in advance, or alternatively you can negotiate price on the spot with local boat suppliers.

Lake Skadar is a natural wonder. A protected National Park of Montenegro and Albania and a paradise of wildlife. Being home to more than 260 bird species, islet monasteries, old and traditionally built stone villages, stunning beaches, Skadar lake is Montenegro’s true heart and soul.

Our afternoon boat cruise will take us via Crnojevića river and Skadar Lake to the small village of Žabljak at a confluence of Morača river. With optional short uphill hike and visit to the medieval fortress, which under the Crnojević dynasty, was a capital of Zeta, the views from the top will be simply amazing, and worth every single effort.

> Crnojevića Rijeka famous Pavlova strana viewpoint

For ornithology lovers, Skadar Lake is a true paradise. Unlimited offer of cormorants, herons, gulls, terns, ducks and sometimes a giant Dalmatian pelican, make this magnificent natural setting a must see.

Additionally carpets of water lilies, water snakes, frogs, all kinds of bugs and insects, fish, toads, dragonflies, etc., just add even more to an amazing Skadar Lake experience.

For true adventurers, during the summer time some swim and chill at crystal clear Skadar Lake is a must do.

Evening Return

In the late afternoon, after stopping at the stunning Pavlova strana viewpoint, and furthermore admiring the beauty of Skadar Lake, via Virpazar and Petrovac, we are back to Kotor. 

What to Bring

What Do I Need to Bring?

• Comfortable walking shoes
• Waterproof jacket in case of rains
• Warm hat and light gloves (during the winter period)
• Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sun block)
• Swimsuit in case you opt to swim in Skadar Lake
• Water bottle

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Frequently Asked Questions

• Is this tour for me? This tour requires normal level of fitness and is doable for anyone of normal level of fitness.
• Is this a private tour? This is not a private tour.
• Can I move departure time? Yes, since this is a private tour, you are able to start later or earlier on the day.

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Amazing tour and Montenegrin Experience with Funky Tours!!

We were a group of 4 in mid twenties and did two different day tours with this company. The first day was as advertised on their website and went to Skaddar Lake, Lipa Caves, Lovcen National Park, Rejiska, Centinje and the second was a customized tour to Durmitor National Park, Tara Bridge, Biogradska National Park and Moraca Canyon/Monastery.

Before we arrived in the country, the organization and communication was great and we found it easy to book tours and they were flexible and catered to our needs and what we wanted to see by making customized tours just for us.

Both tours themselves were absolutely fantastic. They were a perfect blend of different types of activities and allowed us to see nearly all of Montenegro in just a short space of time.

The company were also flexible with pickup and drop off in different cities to allow us to see all areas.

The guides (Skender, Ana and Slavko) were both a great blend of informative and fun. They were extremely knowledgeable about the country and the areas we visited and we learnt so much about the wonderful country.

We will definitely be booking with funky tours again when we travel to Bosnia/Serbia in the future.

The Funky Tours team was absolutely excellent!

Great people to spend the day with. Each taxi, host or guide they set us up with spoke great English and was very personable.

We spent 5 nights in Bosnia. Funky Tours set up everything for us. Our only major responsibility was to wake up and make it to the van, everything else into the evening was taken care of.

A very memorable trip.

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National Park Skadar Lake from Kotor

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• Couple Adult: 199€ | Child: 199€
• Trio Adult: 139€ | Child: 120€
• 4-6 Persons Adult: 99€ | Child: 89€
• 7-9 Persons Adult: 80€ | Child: 70€
• 10-15 Persons Adult: 65€ | Child: 59€

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Intimate touch with untouched nature. Take a boat ride along the lake and eat in a national restaurant.

While you are in Montenegro you can’t miss the opportunity to visit the largest lake on the Balkan Peninsula, widely known for its rich flora and fauna, and also a place of the cultural and historical heritage of Montenegro.

Departure & Return Location

Kotor ( Google Map )

Departure Time

07:30 (7:30 am)

Price Includes

• Transport by modern coach or minibus
• Sightseeing of Virpazar
• Certified driver/guide
• National Park fees
• 24H on-call local agency service
• Passenger insurance
• Organization costs

Price Excludes

• Cancellation, Travel or Sport insurance
• Boat ride on Skadar Lake - from 45 €
• Meals & drinks
• Gratuity (Optional)
• Additional services
• Other expenses not included in program

What to bring

• Hat or Cap & Sunscreen (warmer months)
• Swimsuit, underwear and towel
• A small Umbrella or Raincoat (if it rains)

What to Expect

Skadar Lake represents an oasis for all nature lovers. There are 264 species of birds on the lake, 73 species are nesting nests, 18 species are regular passersby, 45 species are winter guests, 12 species regularly spend the summer without stumbling. The reason for this diversity of birds is the ecological and geological characteristics as well as the unevenness of the ecosystem. Most often, cormorants, grey white and yellow herons, mussels, wild ducks, bar cuts and so on can be seen. The spectacular place is certainly taken by Pelican.

With its beautiful shore, Skadar Lake is captivated and enchanted by numerous visitors. On the lake itself, there is a large number of Orthodox monasteries on the islands of “Gorizia”. Monasteries date back to the 14th century and represent the most valuable segment of cultural heritage in the National Park.

It is definitely a place that should be visited if you are looking to enjoy nature with activities where everything feels like an adventure, to taste delicious organic foods and have fun. Come to experience when you are alone, with your friends or family on your adventure on the famous Skadar Lake:

• Spectacular plant and animal world of the park
• Numerous monasteries from the 14th century
• Famous bird reserves of Manastirska Tapija
• Delicious, authentic food from this region
• Traditional wines produced in this area
• Untouched nature

07:30 Welcome meeting and departure

• We’ll meet about 10-15 minutes before departing time at the location after the program or agreement in Kotor for a “welcome meeting”.

• We start from Kotor, around 7:30 in the morning and drive towards Skadar Lake. Along the way, we make a few short stops to rest and enjoy the spectacular scenery, as a short photo break.

09:15 Arrival at Nacional Park Skadar Lake

09:30 Sightseeing of Virpazar (optional - boat ride on Skadar Lake)

13:00 Return journey to Kotor

• Our ride from Skadar Lake takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes with a very spectacular view of the surrounding area.

14:30 Arrival in Kotor and the End of the trip

• Arrival in Kotor, the starting point for the trip, outside the hotel, at the agreed time specified in the voucher, according to the daily program or arrangement.

• We hope you had an unforgettable experience and you are welcome again. Doviđenja! Goodbye!

Important Information

Main details.

– To realize this day tour  t he minimum number of participants must be at least 2 people   (couple – with at least 1 adult). If the minimum number of participants (2) is not reached see Booking Form prices, Pricing information and Prices , or contact us if you have any questions. –  The maximum number of participants is  15 (larger groups on request) . – The program  can be changed (eg, due to traffic, safety, etc.) – The program time  can be adjusted  if needed (eg conditions, service, etc)

Starts on & Ends on

Please, come 5 – 10 minutes before departing time at the boarding location after the driving schedule or agreement from Kotor Riviera cities. Also, look closely at the scheduled time and location where will you get on the bus (minibus). We can’t accept a late departure request. • Starts on: Kotor Riviera. Depart at the scheduled time and location from Kotor Riviera cities or agreement. Get information beforehand on our website if you have not in the voucher, your guide can give you more details about the excursion. • Ends on: Kotor Riviera. Arrive at the scheduled time and location on Kotro Riviera cities or agreement. Your guide can give you more information about the excursion and any other information you want.

About Boarding and Arrival Locations

– About hotel guests: According to the planned program for Pick-Up and Drop-Off locations and times. If agreed to Pick-Up and Drop-Off Service from the hotel , then a boarding location will be parking lot outside the hotel, or in front of the hotel at the agreed time specified in the voucher, or by agreement. – About other guests: If you come on your own, in your car or bus, you will be at the meeting point at least 10-15 minutes before the “welcome meeting“ and departure. Please, check our website or travel agency beforehand for the correct locations and times. Note: If you can’t find transportation to get to us, we will be happy to organize transportation (dependent on availability).

——————————————————————- Baby/child car seat – Baby/child car seat is only on request (if there is a possibility to use) and without charge. – There are 2 baby/child seat types: 0-18 kg and 18-36 kg – It’s possible that the client brings their own car seat(s) . In most cases, the baby/infant travels (eg plane) in a baby/child/booster car seat, and we also recommend that use it in a car/minibus. 

Booking confirmation & Voucher

– Please confirm your booking in accordance with terms and conditions, or contact the travel agency.  Confirm booking within 7 days of the booking date by paying a 30% deposit , and the rest based on a payment plan. Please, confirm the booking immediately during the booking process if it’s less than 7 days before the planned departure for this day tour.

NOTE :  If you don’t confirm your booking  within the stipulated period, your booking  will be cancelled automatically . In that case, a new booking must be made, but then we don’t guarantee availability. – Bookings that are made online can be confirmed using My Account. My Account includes all information, you’ll be able to track the confirmation, track your payment status, meeting point location and you can also rate the day tour after you finished it. Note: Bookings made by phone cannot be checked from My Account.

e-VOUCHER: All of our customers who are booking with Montenegro Adventure supplies with useful material to ensure a worry-free, yet adventurous tour. Upon receipt of full payment, the customer receives an e-Voucher with all material delivered by e-mail which can be printed as PDFs or redeemed on mobile.

This e-Voucher includes: • A detailed itinerary • Copies of your activity vouchers and invoices • A detailed map with your route and day tour marked

Voucher: The customer is supposed to  show either a paper or an e-Voucher to our staff  or tour guide at the start of the tour.

Change and Cancellation Policy

Change: All changes are subject to availability and a price increase or equivalent administrative charge imposed during the booking process.

• For any type of change, please contact our Customer Center directly.
• The addresses or locations on the voucher are the places where you will be picked up and left.

Montenegro Adventure also reserves the right not to offer the tour if the ordered service differs too much from the service booked at the first opportunity. Changes made less than 7 days before the scheduled departure time are not allowed unless the transfer provider or destination requires otherwise.

Cancellation Policy: The passenger is entitled to cancel the day tour and is required to inform the organizer. Cancellation can be made directly on the website, or in writing including cancellation by e-mail:  [email protected] . The date of the written cancellation is the basis for calculating the fee, according to the law of the Organizer, expressed as a percentage of the total price, if the program is not otherwise stated, as follows:

• no cancellation fee if cancelled at least 7 days before the scheduled departure
•  50% if cancelled 6 – 3 days before the scheduled departure
•  100% if cancelled within 48 hours before the scheduled departure

Note:  If day tour is missed due to delays or missing arrival, refunds will not be issued

We advise all clients to take out cancellation insurance.

Additional information

RELEASE: It is recommended to  book as early as possible  to guarantee availability – or at least seven days before departure for a day tour.

• If there is an insufficient number of participants during your reservation  and you want to book a “private day tour” and pay a deposit, but in the meantime, other people also booked then, the basic price will be calculated. Just give us a notification when booking for this “basic” option.
• The day tour is  possible to arrange with transfer  for individuals and groups. (Contact us for details and prices).
• The day tour  can be organized in conjunction with another activity or tour  (with/without accommodation) or longer. See our offers and contact us to meet your needs or according to your wishes.

– Your day tour  duration can be customized  to your needs as well as according to your wishes. – The day tour can be organized  in the another order than it is in the itinerary , as well as with other places/bus stations in the region for the group. Contact us for more information and prices. – The day tour can be organized in conjunction  with other activities or tours . Contact us to meet your needs or according to your wishes.

CHANGE & ADJUST: – The program  can be changed  (eg, due to the traffic, the safety, etc.) – The program time  can be adjusted  if needed (eg conditions, service, etc.)

Participants & Children

Participants & Children:

• Participants on the day tour are  individuals or small groups . •  Children with parents or guardians  must be 2-12 years. Children under 7 years can’t participate in activities planned on this day tour (see below children’s minimum age).

If you are  under 18 you will need parental permission , unless you travel in the company of an adult (18 years of age or older).

Children’s minimum age:

Please, be sure to check in the travel program  if the child’s age is limited . In most day tours we offer, the minimum age for children is 7 years, but we also have tours where the age of the child is not limited.

However, children under 7 years (0-6 years) cannot do all the activities, and parents must always supervise them. If there is a possibility,  we can   arrange childcare  if parents want to leave their younger children to stay with our staff.

The minimum age for Rafting, Canyoning, Walking or Trekking – child older than 7 years. Paragliding, Horseback riding and Quad (ATV) would be 10 years. The minimum age for Kayak, SUP and Rock Climbing is 12 years.

Useful Information

• Season: All year, but usually from May to October • Distance: About 80.0 km – 1 hour and 30 minutes drive • Duration: about 7 hours. • Code: FDE – KOSL – 009 – MA

Good to Know

TIPPING (Gratuity, Bakhshish):  Please note that tipping is customary in Montenegro since a service charge is not added to the bill for example meals at restaurants, guide/driver, and so on. However, a modest tip is always appreciated when left as a thank you to staff who have served you, for exceptional service on a guided tour or at a restaurant, for example. The staff will appreciate it and be grateful for your gesture. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  This is an easy/moderate difficult day tour, with a few long sightseeing combined with activities such as walking. We recommend you be physically fit for the trip. SUGGESTED PACKING LIST:  Credit card, extra cash – euro € (currency), camera (possibly extra batteries and memory card), sunblock, sunglasses, sun hat or cap, water bottle, smaller rucksack, flashlight/torch, personal first aid kit (possibly. hand sanitiser, mask).

CLOTHES:  Make sure you wear comfortable clothes and shoes for the day tour. A hat or cap, sunscreen, and appropriate sun protection clothing is required during warmer months. A small umbrella or raincoat for rain will be useful in case of light rain. The weather in the mountains of Montenegro can be very unpredictable (warmer clothing for months other than summer). Please prepare for various weather conditions. DON’T FORGET THE ESSENTIALS:  ID or original passport, Certificate that you have been Covid 19 vaccinated, personal medications, and other essentials you need during your day tour.

Pricing information

–  The price is based on the packages of how many people participate, and per person , as well as according to the suggested date of the day tour.

–  To realize this day tour must be at least 2 people (couple – at least 1 adult). Also,   see Booking Form prices,   or contact us. –  If there are more than 15 participants  in the group, then get a smaller discount.  Also,   contact us.                             Price policy*:   The price of the day tour is  based per person (and by age) *Our price policy: for adults is (12+), children from 2-12 (who have not reached the full 12 ​​years), and infants (baby) 0-23 months (children) who have not reached the full 2 ​​years. – Adults are always from 12 years (excluding separate activities or day tours). – Children aged 2-12: for activities or day tours, different discounts depend on the program and the other included things in the price, and most often it is 10-15 %. *For some activities such as kayaking, paragliding, etc. there is no discount for children 2-12 years, and most of our activities are for children from 7 years.  Example:  The age limits for practising ie canyoning – the lower limit is about 8 years, depending on the constitution of the child. – Children from 0-23 months:  Child/Baby-  It is not recommended that they participate in this day tour. Other Price Policy**: Montenegro Adventure keeps the right to change prices if service providers change prices.

CURRENCY:  Euro (€) PRICES:

• Adults: from 65 € (Adults older than 12 years)
• Children: from 59€

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Lake Skadar Tour

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Explore one of Europe's most important wetlands on this tour of Lake Skadar National Park  from Kotor. Plus enjoy a boat trip and a tasting of local wine!

At 9 am, we'll meet at Old Town 513 in Kotor and set off on the bus journey towards  Lake Skadar , located in the south of Montenegro on the border with Albania.

After an hour and a half's drive, we'll arrive in  Virpazar , a small village on the shore of the lake, where we'll learn all about this impressive national park. Did you know that Lake Skadar is considered one of the  most important wetlands in Europe  and that its numerous islets are home to ruins inhabited by monks in the Middle Ages?

You'll have two hours of free time to spend in Virpazar as you wish: you could enjoy a  boat trip on Lake Skadar , head to the Visitor Centre to  learn all about the local ecosystem  or simply relax and take in the  spectacular views of your surroundings .

We'll then meet back up again and make our way to a  local winery , where we'll discover how Montenegrin wine is produced while admiring the vineyards. If you'd like, you can choose to enjoy a  tasting of local wine and brandy  here.

At the end of the tour, we'll return to  Kotor , where you'll be dropped off around 4 pm.

More Information

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.

Transport by car or minibus, depending on group size.

English speaking guide.

Not included

Entry to Skadar National Park: € 4 ( US$ 4.30) per person.

Boat trip: € 8 ( US$ 8.50) per person.

Wine and brandy tasting: € 8 ( US$ 8.50) per person.

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You can book up until 30 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.

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Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

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Lovcen National Park Tour from Kotor 2024

Lovcen, Cetinje & Skadar Lake

Private boat ride, np entrance fees, food & wine tasting.

About National park Lovćen & Skadar Lake Tour

Prepare yourself for an unforgettable adventure with our Kotor to Lovcen tour. On this full-day tour, you’ll witness the soul of Montenegro and immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of flourishing nature and steep mountains. Indulge your taste buds in some finest local delicacies and enjoy a relaxing boat ride through Skadar Lake. Discover the rich history of this area and join us on this extraordinary opportunity to discover the heart and soul of Montenegro.

Tour Itinerary

00:00 – 01:00

Scenic drive from Kotor to Lovćen National Park via famous 25 switchbacks with a breathtaking view of the bay, photo break

01:00 – 02:00

Visiting the mausoleum of Petar Petrović Njegoš II, located on Lovcen’s peak at 1660 meters above sea level (461 steps), with outstanding views

02:00 – 02:30

Tasting famous “Njeguski pršut” (smoked ham from this area) and cheese that are national specialties of Montenegro

02:30 – 03:15

Driving to Cetinje, the old royal capital of Montenegro

03:15 – 03:45

Walking tour of Cetinje

03:45 – 04:30

Free time in Cetinje

04:30 – 05:00

Driving from Cetinje to Rijeka Crnojevica Village on the lake

05:00 – 06:00

Scenic boat Cruise on Skadar Lake

06:00 – 07:00

Wine tasting at an authentic local winery in Rvasi village

07:00 – 08:30

Scenic drive back to Kotor via Budva Riviera

* 00:00 – is a symbolic time of the tour beginning, and it just shows the tour duration. The tour can start at the time we agree about.

Prices & Included in Tour

• Professional guide for the entire tour
• Entrance fees to NP Lovcen; Njegos Mausoleum
• Snack in the village and wine tasting
• Boat ride on the lake
• All our tours are private
• All tours are paid in cash (in €) to the tour guide at the end of the tour

Full description

Are you ready for a perfectly tailored tour that gives a complete impression of Montenegro’s breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and delicious cuisine? This 8.5-hour Kotor to Lovcen tour is perfect for travelers looking to experience the best of Montenegro all in one day!As you embark on your adventure, you’ll encounter 25 serpentines that will leave you speechless. From the famous viewpoint, you will witness why the Bay of Kotor is listed as one of the 25 most beautiful bays in the world by UNESCO.

Next up, you will enter the National Park Lovcen, surrounded by green forests that will lead you to the Mausoleum of Peter II Petrović Njegoš, dedicated to him in the 19th century. Not only is this monument a marvel of beauty, but the views from the top will leave you breathless. This area also had great importance against Austro-Hungarians during World War I.

After the Njegoš Mausoleum visit, we will taste famous Montenegrin smoked ham and cheese from the area. Besides fresh air, preserved nature, and delicious food, this area is known for its rich history. The next place you’re visiting is the old royal capital, Cetinje , where you’ll learn interesting facts about Montenegro’s history from the 15th to the 20th century.

From Cetinje, your journey continues to the village of Rijeka Crnojevica . This picturesque lake village is the perfect place to start a relaxing 1-hour cruise on Skadar Lake . Immerse yourself in the breathtaking views of the lush vegetation, enchanting water lilies, and stunning birdlife that call this paradise home. With over 270 different species of birds, including the majestic Dalmatian Pelican, which still nests on these waters.

After the cruise, you’ll visit authentic local wineries, taste their wine, and many other lake specialties like marinated or smoked carp fish, bleak, and maybe eel. These culinary delights will leave you with long-lasting impressions of the unique flavors and cultural heritage of this region.

However, the adventure doesn’t end here! We will drive back to the coastline, where you can soak up the sun and admire the numerous beaches along the Budva Riviera . This scenic route will bring you back to Kotor, leaving you with memories that will last a lifetime.

The ultimate tour of Montenegro!

We enjoyed every second of the Lovcen National Park Tour from Kotor! The scenery of Montenegro is magnificent! Charming walled towns, mystical islands, and a mountaintop view left us speechless. We even had an opportunity to enjoy a scenic boat ride on Skadar Lake. Highly recommend booking this tour!

Perfect day trip!

This tour is an absolute must and well worth the price! Learned so much about Montenegro and all the wonderful places we have visited. Huge thanks to Miro and Sons for making this day unforgettable!

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10 Best Skadar Lake Boat Tours

BY SARAH PAVLOVIC  

Taking a Skadar Lake boat tour is one of my all-time favourite things to do in Montenegro. 

It's something we do at least once a year, and more often if we get the chance. 

It's so beautiful, so relaxing and something we take all our visiting friends and family to do too. 

There’s no feeling like gliding around the lake, through the lily pads, looking out for birds. Add to that the fascinating stone villages on the shoreline that can only be reached by boat and ancient monasteries – it’s a trip you’ll always remember!

A Skadar Lake boat cruise are the perfect way to kick back, relax and see the highlights of the lake in the comfort of your own traditional, Montenegrin lake boat.

Visiting in summer? This is the perfect time to take advantage of those warm lake waters and go for a dip!

When you come here there's only one family to go with. The Dabanović  family are Virpazar locals and know the lake like the back of their hands – and they’re only too happy to show you their beautiful part of Montenegro!

Local's Tip: Don't take a tour on one of the large tour boats. The only way to see the best of the lake is on a small 'traditional, shallow lake boat that can take you through the narrow canals of the lake. On a traditional wooden boat you can pick water lilies as you drift through the lily pads, see baby ducks as they hide in the reeds and feel like you've discovered a hidden world as blue butterflies and dragonflies with rainbow wings flutter around your boat.

The large tour boats can't fit through these canals and miss some of the most special places on the lake. The small boats also give you the chance to find out about the area as you chat with your skipper and guide.

These tours start from idyllic Virpazar, a tiny village on the lake. Virpazar is never overrun with tourists and you can wander along the lake shore spying frogs, turtles, birds and water snakes. 

• Cruise Itineraries
• What to Bring
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Best Skadar Lake Boat Tours

I've put together 10 Skadar Lake boat cruise itineraries for you to choose from. There's something for everyone, whether you've got an hour or a full day to spend. You can also ask for a bespoke itinerary to be made up for you based on your interests.  Click here  to do that. All of these boat tours are private tours, so you decide what time you start and return.

Grmozur or Lesendro Island scenic Boat Cruise

There are two options on this Skadar Lake boat cruise: choose from either Grmozur Island or Lesendro Island.

Grmozur Island

This island is known as the ‘Montenegrin Alcatraz’, but today it’s home to all kinds of birds, lizards and snakes rather than prisoners. This is where the last king of Montenegro, Nikola Petrovic, liked to keep his political opponents.

Lesendro Island

This island has a fortress atop it that was built to protect Montenegro from invading Turkish armies during Bishop Petar Petrovic Njegos II’s reign. Unfortunately the Montenegrins weren’t successful and the Turks conquered the area and the island became known as Njegos’ sorrow.  

Tour Details

Start and finish point: Virpazar Duration: 1 hour Price: 1-5 people €30, 5+ people €36, 12+ people  €3 per person

Lesendro and Lake Skadar Scenic Boat Cruise

This tour takes you past Lesendro Island and then through the little channels of the lake filled with water lillies, water chestnuts and reeds. These channels are home to many of the lake’s bird and fish species and it’s the ideal spot to do a little bird watching.

The tour is rounded out by cruising around more small islands and to the entrance of the channel which leads to Rijeka Crnojevica.

Start and finish point:  Virpazar Duration:  2 hours Price:  1-5 people €60, 5+ people €72,  12+ people  €6 per person

Kom Monastery experience and Scenic Boat Cruise

My top pick.

This is our favourite Skadar Lake boat cruise. As well as cruising the lake and seeing the islands, channels and birdlife, this tour gives you the chance to get out of the boat and visit one of the historical sites on the lake – Kom Monastery. The monastery was built between 1415 and 1427 and is still a spiritual site for locals of Skadar Lake.

As well as being an interesting historical site, the monastery has a fabulous view over the lake which you can enjoy from a little seating area. You'll share the peace and tranquility with a few cats, friendly dogs, a mind-boggling array of chickens and perhaps a donkey. 

The monastery's resident priest is one of the happiest people I've ever met and is only too happy to have company. He readily invites visitors to share a toast with his homemade rakija (very potent brandy), which he keeps in a giant drum. 

When it's time to go, it's obvious that everyone would be more than happy to stay in this tranquil idyll, sipping rakija in the sun for the rest of the day. No wonder he's so happy, this place is Heaven on Earth.

Start and finish point:  Virpazar Duration:  4 hours Price:  1-5 people €120, 5+ people €144,  12+ people  €12 per person per hour

Grmozur and Radus Spring Scenic Boat Cruise

On this tour you'll discover the legends of the Grmozur, Skadar Lake's Alcatraz. The island is also known now as Bird Island and it's a great spot for some bird-spotting.

After you'll head over to the lake's deepest spot, Radus Spring. You can swim here in the lake's warm waters and enjoy the varied varied bird life and stunning scenery.

Tour Details 

Start and finish point:  Virpazar Duration:  3 hours Price:  1-5 people €90, 5+ people €144,  12+ people  €9 per person per hour

Manastirska Tapija and St Nikola Monastery Scenic Boat Cruise

This tour will really appeal to keen bird-watchers. The circular trip passes the old fortress of Lesendro, Manastirska Tapija bird reserve and St Nikola, which is one of five Orthodox island monasteries on the lake.

Start and finish point:  Virpazar Duration:  4 hours Price:  1-5 people €120, 5+ people €144,12+ people  €12 per person

Dodosi and Karatuna Scenic Boat Cruise

This tour will take you through the stunning Montenegrin landscape from Virpazar to Dodosi and back.

You’ll also see the village of Karatuna and its villagers who live in the traditional Montenegrin way – fishing, farming and wine-making.

Start and finish point:  Virpazar Duration:  4 hours Price:   1-5 people €120, 5+ people €144,12+ people  €12 per person

Rijeka Crnojevica Scenic Boat Cruise

This tour takes you through stunning river scenery all the way from Virpazar to Rijeka Crnojevica, which is a town founded in the 15th Century by the ruler Ivan Crnojevic. It then became a summer destination for subsequent rulers.

Along the way you'll be sure to see lots of birds, old stone villages and some of Montenegro's most stunning scenery.

Why not take a dip in the lake too?!

Start and finish point:  Virpazar Duration:  5 hours Price:   1-5 people €150, 5+ people €180,12+ people  €15 per person

Half Day Scenic Boat Cruise

The half day tour takes you from Virpazar to Zabljak Crnojevica via Karuc and Dodosi. Along the way you’ll see the ruins of St Petar Cetinjski’s home and typical fishing villages. Not to mention the stunning lake scenery of the area!

Zabljak Crnojevica dates back to the end of the 14th Century and you’ll see the fortress town of Yabljak.

Start and finish point:  Virpazar Duration:  6 hours Price:   1-5 people €180, 5+ people €216,12+ people  €18 per person

Radus Spring and the Island Monasteries of Starcevo Gorica, Beska & Moracnik Scenic Boat Cruise

This tour takes you down to the southern shores of the lake to visit the most remote island monasteries of Starcevo Gorica, Beska and Moracnik. In the background you'll be treated to views of the Prokletije mountain range and Albania on the other side of the lake.

Tour details

Start and finish point:  Virpazar Duration:  7 hours Price:    1-5 people €210, 5+ people €252,12+ people  €21 per person

Full Day Scenic Boat Cruise

The full day tour is an 8 hour tour and departs Virpazar. It takes you past the ancient fishing villages of Seoca, Radus, Krnjice and Dracevica. You then visit Starcevo and Beska Islands which each have their own monasteries.

After visiting the islands you can freshen up with a dip in the lake from the boat or at Murici beach. The history in this area dates back to the 14th Century when the Balsics built their churches on Beska Island and at Starcevo Hill.

But your skipper will be able to tell you all about the history of the area as you go!

Start and finish point:  Virpazar Duration:  8 hours Price:   1-5 people €240, 5+ people €288,12+ people  €24 per person

Create your own cruise

Would you like a bespoke tour? You can create your own itinerary based on what you want to see! 

Pelicans, monasteries, go swimming... the choice is yours and my friends at Boat Milica will be happy to help you plan the perfect day on the lake.

Just pop your details into the booking form below and they'll create a bespoke tour designed just for you. 

What To Bring on a Skadar Lake Boat Cruise

Here's a list of things you should bring:

• Swimsuit - the water gets up to 26 C in summer, so it's great for swimming any time from May onwards
• Sunglasses, hat, sunscreen - I recommend sunscreen even if it's not hot because the sun reflects of the water. My son got burned in March and he was wearing a jacket.
• Snacks and water
• Long sleeves - it will be colder in the boat than on shore

Lake Skadar National Park Entrance Fee

Every visitor to Lake Skadar National Park must pay an entrance fee of €5. This is in addition to any activities like these boat cruises. You can buy your ticket at the tourist information offices in Virpazar and Vranjina.

All the Skadar Lake boat cruise options start in Virpazar. This is the the best location to see Lake Skadar. The little town has accommodation, restaurants and a visitor's centre. 

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• - ATLANTIC MARINE 670 OPEN
• - BENETEAU FLYER 6.6
• - CAP CAMARAT 5.5 CC
• - CAP CAMARAT 7.5 CC
• - BENETEAU ANTARES 42
• - CRANCHI MEDITERANEE 40
• - SEA RAY 375 SUNDANCER
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LAKE SKADAR

LAKE SKADAR  is the largest lake at the Balkan Peninsula, with fresh water and one of the largest national parks in Montenegro. The size of the lake is 379 sq. km of which 222 sq. km belong to Montenegro and the rest to Albania. The Lake Skadar basin is 28 m below sea level and its surface is 6 m above sea level which makes it the largest crypto-depression in Europe. During heavy rainfalls the water level of the lake rises and floods a significant part of the surrounding area. Its greatest depth is 44 metres. Lake Skadar is supplied with water mainly from the rivers Morača and Crnojevića Rijeka, while the Bojana River (44 km) is its outflow. But it is not only the water and the climatic influence of the Mediterranean that the Bojana River carries. It used to carry goods and cultural inspirations that influenced the architecture, arts, printed words, ways of earning money, and life in general. The living world here is very rich and heterogeneous, both in the water (22 species of fish) and above its surface (279 species of birds), as well as in human settlements along the coast. It’s extremely famous for its diversity of flora and fauna. Lake Skadar is included in the Ramsar List of Wetlands of International Importance for its rarity. An interesting fact is that the seagulls – seabirds nest on freshwater island in Lake Skadar. The rare Dalmatian pelican has become a trademark of the lake too. Lake itself is unusual for mutual vicinity of different living areas and their chain of feeding. It’s a blissfully pretty area encompassing steep mountains, island monasteries, clear waters, and floating meadows of water lilies.  There are some fifty islands in the Lake Skadar, some of which are well known for their very old and important cultural monuments. The Isle of Moračnik is famous for the Church of the Holy Virgin built during the rule of Balša III, between 1404 and 1417. On the Isle of Starčeva Gorica is the burial site of Vojvode Božidar Vuković - Podgoričanin, who had books printed in Cyrillic in Venice from 1519 to 1538 and there are medieval churches on the islands of Beška and Vranjina. In the region of Lake Skadar there are 20 monasteries, churches, villages, fortresses and sacred monuments. This lake is a witness of Montenegrin history from 11th century up to now. Around Lake itself there are 18 important historic sites.

One of those sites is Lesendro, a fortress ruin on the lake. The fortress was built in 1843 to ward off the invading Ottoman Turks on what was originally an island. The island was captured by the Turks in 1843 and further fortified. King Nikola Petrovic Njegos wanted it back so badly that now there’s a saying in Montenegro: ‘to long for something, like the bishop longs for Lesendro.’ He tried to take it back several times and finally succeed in 1878. The island became a peninsula when the bridge was built for the railway that links Belgrade (Serbia) and Bar on the coast.

Grmozur is another interesting site, known locally as ‘Montenegrin Alcatraz’. It’s also known as Snake Island. The island has the ruins of a fortress on it that was built by the Ottoman Turks in 1843. It was turned into a prison for non-swimming political prisoners once the Montenegrins liberated the area in 1878. Interestingly, guards on the island also couldn’t swim. It was damaged in an earthquake in 1905 and has fallen into ruin ever since. These days it’s also known as ‘Bird Island’ and it’s a good spot to see some of the lake’s resident birds.

Skadar Lake Tour

Our tour takes you on the perfect route to see a panorama view of Lake Skadar. You can take a boat tour out on the lake if you want and these tours are relatively inexpensive. Lake Skadar is the largest lake in the Balkan Peninsula and has been named as a National Park. It was nominated for UNESCO heritage status in 2011. It was in the Lake Skadar region that royal families over the centuries chose to spend their summer months. Some of the region’s finest cuisine and wines are found here as well.

After your stop in Rijeka Crnojevica, you will slowly proceed to Cetinje. This is a small town that offers historical value. Founded during the 15th century, Cetinje offers wonderful historic sights and many photo opportunities. Upon leaving Cetinje, you will continue on the old road past Njegusi which is a quaint village that has been perfectly preserved over the centuries and offers traditional folk architecture. Local forms of prosciutto and cheeses known as Njeguski prsut and Njeguski sir are created solely in Njegusi. After this your tour will head back to Kotor. This amazing 7 hour experience is only 170e and allows you to view many historic regions of Montenegro, allowing you to stop at any time you like for rest or pictures of the wonderful landscapes.

Lake Skadar Chauffeur Driven Tour

Duration: 7 Hours Pickup: Kotor Price per car: 210E Persons: 4 Maximum

Areas of Interest:

• Sveti Stefan
• Rijeka Crnojevica

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National parks: Biogradska Gora and Skadar Lake Full-day tour

• Professional licensed guide
• Entrance fee for Skadar Lake NP
• Entrance fee for Biogradska Gora NP
• Homemade snacks during Skadar Lake boat tour
• Boat tour on Skadar Lake
• Entry/Admission - Biogradska Gora
• Personal expenses
• Tip for a guide
• Option 1 Kotor Main Bus Station, Kotor, Montenegro Pick up at 8:00 AM
• Option 2 Parking Porto Montenegro, CMPV+Q3Q, Tivat, Montenegro Pick up at 07:30 AM
• Option 3 Aleksandar Bus Station, E65, Budva, Montenegro Pick up at 7:00 AM
• Option 4 Čanj, Montenegro Pick up at hotel Monte Mare in Čanj if there is a bookings
• Option 5 Petrovac, Montenegro Pick up at hotel Monte Mare in Palas if there is a bookings
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Most travelers can participate
• People with mobility impairments.
• People with pre-existing medical conditions.
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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• Ana I 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Excursion Great travel organization, we enjoyed driving. We have seen all the more significant cultural monuments. Old Town of Dubrovnik. It's no time, no matter when you want to travel and enjoy your vacation. The wonderful and friendly staff of the agency made sure that our vacation was complete. Read more Written March 5, 2019

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National parks: Biogradska Gora and Skadar Lake Full-day tour provided by Montenegro Tourist Service