Rafting in Montenegro does not need to be presented especially. The popular adrenaline attraction is a magnet for both domestic corporate team buildings, as well as for foreigners on a Balkan tour, and travelers. What many do not know is that the descent down the Tara in the summer months is kid-friendly. The river is not as wild as in the spring, the descent lasts a relaxed 3 hours with two breaks, and the kids will love the jumps on the beeches, of which there are about 15 on the main one-day descent from Brscanovica to Scepan Polje. Let’s go in order.
How to choose the best camp for rafting on the Tara in Montenegro?
On the course of a one-day rafting descent, Tara flows along the border between Montenegro and Bosnia and Herzegovina. On Scepan polje, where the rafting ends, Tara and Piva merge, and the river Drina is formed. Many camps are located along the Drina in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The advantage of these camps is their accessibility. A small number of camps are located on the Montenegrin left bank of the Tara, near the starting point of rafting, and on the bank of the river Piva. There is only one Bosnian camp on Tara itself, and at the same time, it is the only camp located on the right bank of the river in general.
If you are looking for a calm, untouched natural setting, one of the best camps in Montenegro is the rafting camp Modra Rijeka. They have wooden cabins and a restaurant with an amazing view of the river Piva.
Rafting Cam Modra Rijeka
Rafting Camp Modra Rijeka offers you a fabulous Rafting Tara river adventure, with licensed guides and professional equipment. Camp’s accommodation in houses and bungalows built of completely natural materials, mostly of wood, allows you to completely abandon nature and experience complete enjoyment. The rooms are double, triple, four-bed, five-bed, and six-bed rooms with bathrooms, and the terraces overlooking the river offer a possibility of unforgettable relaxation and feelings of harmony. The restaurant of the rafting camp Modra Rijeka has around 200 seats arranged in the inner part, covered and exposed terraces near the river. The restaurant team will ensure that national specialties are available with a variety of dishes (gourmet, vegetarian, gluten-free, and other dishes of your choice). Rafting Camp is the winner of the Big gold medal for best rafting camp in the region at the 50th International Tourism Fair, 2017.
Camp Grab
Located just above the river, 9 km upstream of Scepan Polje on the way to Brstanovica. It has all the necessary infrastructure: road, electricity, spring water, and the beach. Restaurant/bar with beautiful places for leisure travelers (terraces above the river..), fully equipped kitchen, a full range of drinks, meals, comfortable and clean accommodation (bungalows, rooms, tents), fully equipped and modern bathrooms (toilets, showers). Organize many outdoor activities: Tara River Rafting, hydrospeed, jeep safari, canoeing, kayaking, canyoning, biking, hiking, free climbing…organize several activities such as Tara river rafting, hydrospeed, canoeing, kayaking, jeep safari, climbing, hiking, biking, canoeing.
What is the best period for rafting the Tara in Montenegro?
Rafting on the Tara in Montenegro starts in April and ends in October. The degree of water weight on the rafting scale for Tara ranges from the third to the fifth degree. The degree of water weight increases in early spring, and with the increase in water levels, it reaches its maximum in May. Which means the best time for rafting is in May and June. But as the water level drops in July and August, some other rapids and noises appear. The conclusion is always the best period. Rafting on the Tara is always a very exciting and unique experience. Tara Canyon and rafting are unforgettable memories that you need to bring from Montenegro.
How to get to Tara River Canyon?
The easiest way to get to Podgorica Airport is by car from Podgorica-Nikšić-Žabljak. The distance is 124 km, and the ride takes about 2 hours. Another way you can get there is Podgorica-Kolašin-Mojkovac-Žabljak. The journey takes about 3 hours, and the distance is about 160 km. From Tivat airport, you can reach Tivat-Kamenari-Morinj-Nikšić-Žabljak by car. The distance is 153 km, and the car ride takes about 3 hours.
The best way to get to the canyon is to rent a car in Montenegro and drive by yourself.
Amazing river Tara Canyon
Tara Canyon is 1300 meters deep and 78 kilometers long. Tara Canyon is the deepest canyon in Europe. The Tara River is the longest in Montenegro and is 148 km long. It is under the protection of UNESCO and is one of the 25 most important landmarks in the world. The Tara River is known as the tear of Europe, which means that it is very clean and can be safely drunk for most of its course. It erupts below Mount Komovi at an altitude of 2400 meters. It receives most of its water from numerous tributaries, the largest of which are the rivers Ljutica, Sushica, Draga, and Vaskovaska.
It has 14 tributaries and 69 rapids. Another characteristic is its waterfalls, of which there are 40. The most beautiful are Crna Vrela, Bijela Vrela, Đavolje lazi, Sokolovina, and Bijeli kamen. The whole area is extremely rich in plant and animal species. Thus, trout, salmon, and juniper live in the river, and dense forest bears, wolves, foxes, and eagles. Along the banks of the river and canyon, black pine, hornbeam, ash, beech, lime, and other trees grow. Black pine forests are of special value. This complex, called the Black Floor, represents an area of trees up to 50 meters high and up to 450 years old. There are over 80 interesting caves in the canyon, some of which have not yet been fully explored.
Temperatures in the Tara canyon exceed 30 degrees during the summer, while the nights are extremely pleasant with temperatures around 20 degrees.
Rafting Tara Canyo
The canyon of the river Tara is 100 km long for rafting. Tara Canyon can be divided into upper and lower parts. There are two starting points for rafting on the Tara. In the upper part of the canyon, the starting point is Sljivansko or Splaviste. From this starting point, you can go rafting through the entire Tara Canyon. The tour of the canyon lasts two days. Overnight is in Radovan port.
The price of a two-day Tara rafting trip is from 90 to 100 euros. The price depends on the agency you choose. The price includes all taxes and fees, transportation, rafting equipment, overnight stay, and 5 meals during two days.
If you want the rafting to last only one day, then start from Brštanovica. This tour belongs to the lower part of the canyon and is 18 kilometers long. This is also the most attractive part of rafting on the Tara because there are a lot of rapids in this part. Rafting ends at the Šćepan field, and rafting competitions are held in this part.
One-day rafting costs about 65-90 euros. The price depends on the agency you choose. This offer includes all taxes, breakfast and lunch, rafting, and transportation equipment.
Tara rafting is a paradise for adventurers. If you are ready for the next adventure, don’t wait any longer. Book your flight ticket to Montenegro. The river is waiting for you.
