Itinerary:
DISCLAIMER:
This 7-day Bosnia Biodiversity & Adventure Tour is fully customizable! Additional activities and destinations within a reasonable proximity can be included based on your interests, whether it’s more hiking, wildlife tracking, cultural visits, or scientific exploration.
Accommodation options will be provided separately once you complete the booking form, where you can specify the number of participants, preferred amenities, and level of luxury for your stay. Our team will tailor the experience to ensure the perfect balance of adventure, comfort, and exploration.
📍 Accommodation Plan:
Čapljina (3 nights) – Ideal for exploring Hutovo Blato, Kravice Waterfalls, and Trebižat River.
Sutjeska National Park or Foča (2 nights) – Perfect for experiencing Peručica Forest and Tara River rafting.
Tara Rafting Camp (1 night) - Mesmerizing camp on the river bank, with special surprises in the evening.
🎯 Main Focus:
🌿 Biodiversity Highlights: Hutovo Blato, Vjetrenica Cave, Peručica Forest.
🏰 Cultural Highlights: Mostar Old Bridge, Blagaj Tekke.
🌊 Adventure Activities: Canoeing, rafting, hiking.
DAY 1:
Arrival & Cultural Immersion in Mostar & Blagaj
Morning: Explore Mostar's UNESCO Heritage
09:00 – Transfer to Mostar (from Sarajevo 2hrs)
09:30 – Breakfast & Guided Walking Tour of Mostar Old Town
Visit the Old Bridge (Stari Most), an architectural marvel and symbol of Bosnia.
Walk through the Kujundžiluk Bazaar, filled with Ottoman-era shops and local crafts.
Visit Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque for the best panoramic view of the bridge.
Coffee break at a traditional Bosnian café.
(We can organize a rest & refresh on the bank of either the Neretva or Buna rivers since during summertime it gets too hot from 12:00 to 15:00)
Afternoon: Blagaj Spring & Monastery Visit
between 13:00 and 16:00 – Transfer to Blagaj
13:30/16:30 – Visit Blagaj Tekke (Dervish Monastery)
Learn about Sufi traditions in this 16th-century monastery set under a towering cliff.
Visit the source of the Buna River, one of Europe’s most powerful karst springs.
14:30/17:30 – Lunch at a riverside restaurant
Recommended: Fresh trout from the Buna River.
Evening: Transfer to Čapljina & Relax
between 16:00 and 19:00 – Transfer to Čapljina
(40 min)
17:00/20:00 – Acommodation check-in & free evening to explore Čapljina.
DAY 2:
Kravice Waterfalls & Trebižat River Canoeing
Morning: Kravice Waterfalls Adventure
09:00 – After breakfast, transfer to Kravice Falls
(30 min)
09:30 – Explore the stunning waterfalls
Swim in the emerald-green pools surrounded by lush forests.
Short hike around the falls to find the best photo spots.
Optional boat ride under the waterfalls.
Afternoon: Canoeing on Trebižat River
13:00 – Lunch at a local restaurant in Studenci
Try Herzegovinian peka (slow-cooked lamb/veal).
14:30 – Transfer to Trebižat River canoeing base
(20 min)
15:00 – Guided canoeing safari on crystal-clear waters (2–3 hours).
Spot kingfishers, otters, herons, and dragonflies along the riverbanks.
Evening: Free Time in Čapljina
18:00 – Return to Čapljina
Dinner & optional activities.
DAY 3:
Hutovo Blato Wetlands Birdwatching & Boat Safari
Morning: Hutovo Blato Nature Park Exploration
09:00 – Transfer to Hutovo Blato (20 min)
09:30 – Boat Safari through the wetland reserve
Best time for birdwatching!
Spot herons, cormorants, eagles, and wild ducks.
Learn about migratory routes between Europe and Africa.
Afternoon: Wetland Walk & Lunch
12:00 – Explore wetland trails on foot
Observe amphibians, rare fish, and dragonflies.
14:00 – Lunch at an eco-friendly restaurant featuring local organic produce.
(We can organize the time block in the noon or afternoon for enjoying the Trebižat river)
Evening: Leisure Time or Optional Wine Tour
17:00 – Free evening in Čapljina
DAY 4:
Vjetrenica Cave & Transfer to Sutjeska National Park
Morning: Exploring Vjetrenica Cave
08:00 – Transfer to Vjetrenica (1 hr)
09:00 – Guided cave exploration
Spot the olm (Proteus anguinus), a rare blind salamander endemic to the Balkans.
Explore the vast cave system with underground lakes and stalactites.
Afternoon: Scenic Drive to Sutjeska National Park
12:00 – Lunch.
14:00 – Transfer to Sutjeska National Park (2.5 hrs)
17:00 – Acommodation check-in & evening at leisure
(We can organize optional visit to Trebinje on our way towards Sutjeska National Park, as well as the WWII mounment in Tjentište).
DAY 5:
Peručica Primeval Forest Hike & Skakavac Waterfall
Morning: Hiking Through Ancient Forests
08:00 – Guided hike into Peručica Forest
Walk through centuries-old beech and fir trees.
Spot rare fungi, lynx tracks, and wildflowers.
Afternoon: Visit Skakavac Waterfall
(Optional organization for a hike to Trnovacko Lake, or exploration of any species of animals, plants, fungi that you may be interested in that experienced rangers can provide).
12:30 – Picnic lunch in the forest
13:30 – Hike to the 75m Skakavac Waterfall, surrounded by untouched nature.
Evening: Return to Lodge & Relax
18:00 – Return to the lodge for dinner.
DAY 6:
Tara River Rafting
Deepest Canyon in Europe
Morning: Whitewater Rafting Adventure
08:00 – Transfer to rafting base (1 hr).
09:30 – Rafting safety briefing & gear up.
10:00 – Start rafting down the TaraRiver, navigating Class II-III rapids.
See waterfalls, steep limestone cliffs, and hidden caves.
Look for river otters, trout, and eagles overhead.
Afternoon: Riverside BBQ & Relaxation
13:00 – Riverside BBQ lunch.
15:00 – Return to the lodge for relaxation & leisure.
DAY 7: Departure
📍 End of Tour
08:00 – Optional short sunrise hike to Foča Sand Pyramids.
10:00 – Transfer to Sarajevo or Mostar for departure.
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✅ Included in the Tour:
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🎟️ Entrance fees for all national parks, reserves, and sites.
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🚐 All transportation during the tour, including transfers between destinations.
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🏡 Accommodation for 6 nights with breakfast included.
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🥾 All guided activities, including:
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Hutovo Blato birdwatching & wetland safari
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Vjetrenica Cave exploration
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Trebižat River canoeing
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Tara River whitewater rafting (with full rafting gear)
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Peručica primeval forest hiking, wildlife tracking, and biodiversity research
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Mostar Old Bridge & Blagaj cultural visit
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🥨 Daily snacks (local fruit, energy bars, nuts, and water).
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🏞️ Expert local nature guides for all activities.
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🛶 Rafting & canoeing equipment, including wetsuits, life vests, helmets, and paddles.
❌ Not Included in the Tour:
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🥾 Personal hiking gear (boots, trekking poles, weather-appropriate clothing).
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🍽️ Lunches and dinners in restaurants.
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🎟️ Optional activities (e.g., additional excursions, private tours).
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🏕️ Upgraded or luxury accommodation options (available at an extra cost).
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💡 Personal expenses (souvenirs, drinks, additional snacks).
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🚑 Travel insurance (highly recommended).
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🏔️ Anything not explicitly mentioned in the "Included" section.