Included: An experienced packrafting guide with extensive knowledge of the area 5-day packrafting expedition in the Tara River Canyon (3 days on the water) Accommodation for 4 nights at a riverside camp-hotel, a small 4-star hotel, and riverside chalets (double occupancy) High-end packrafts and expedition safety equipment Complete personal equipment for packrafting: neoprene booties, neoprene wetsuit, anurak, lifejacket and helmet 4 breakfasts and 4 dinners, snacks during the days on the water Transfer from Zabljak to Djurdjevica Tara on arrival day Transfers to the put-in point at the start of expedition Transfer from Scepan Polje to Podgorica at the end of the expedition Add-ons (pricing shown at checkout): Single occupancy room Not included: Transportation to Montenegro Any meals not listed above Anything not mentioned in the ‘Included’ section above Airport transfers Insurance — mandatory, available to add at checkout Guide gratuities — optional

How fit do I need to be?

In order to join this Tara river packrafting tour, good fitness is required as well as comfort in and around water , though no previous packrafting experience is needed . The most you’ll paddle within a day is up to 23 km (14.3 mi), spread over 5 to 6 hours on the water. Days 3 and 4 are shorter, covering 22 km (13.7 mi) and 14 km (8.7 mi), with regular stops to stretch your legs, snack, and swim in the calmer sections. The final day includes a 6 km (3.7 mi) stretch with several class III rapids (depending on time of the year and water levels); your guide is there to help you through them, and if any rapid feels like too much, there are paths along the riverbank to walk around it.

What do I need to bring?

On-the-water gear: Quick-drying shorts or swimming suit Synthetic long sleeve shirt Fleece for cool mornings in the canyon Clothing & footwear for night out of river Dry change of clothes for evening Warm layer for the evenings by the river Comfortable shoes or sandals for around the accommodation Other: Water bottle (1L) Quick-dry towel Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, lip balm) Travel documents and ID (the route crosses toward the Bosnian border) Camera or waterproof action camera (optional but recommended) Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and pricing: It takes a minimum of 4 participants for this tour to run. The maximum group size is set at 12 participants. Tara river packrafting tours can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements. Min. age requirements: If you are older than 18 , you’re good to go. Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the Tara river packrafting tour on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian. If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

Is a single occupancy room available?

The price for this Tara river packrafting tour is based on twin-share rooms, but a single occupancy room can be arranged at an additional fee . You can add it to your booking at checkout.

Getting there and meeting location

The starting point of your Tara river packrafting is Žabljak, Montenegro . To get there, most people fly into Podgorica Airport (TGD) . From there, you can take a shuttle service, public transport, or rent a car to reach Zabljak. From Zabljak, you’ll transfer to Djurdjevica Tara , where you’ll meet your guide and the rest of the group at the riverside camp-hotel. At the end of the expedition, a transfer to Podgorica is organized for the celebration dinner.

Safety measures and insurance

Having insurance is mandatory for this adventure. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout. Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

Deeper into the canyon, from Tepca to Brstanovica — Kayaking in Montenegro

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Tara River Packrafting: 5-Day Expedition in Montenegro

Name: Tara River Packrafting Expedition in Montenegro
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The Tara River Canyon drops up to 1,300 m (4,265 ft) from rim to river, making it the deepest in Europe, and we’re going straight through it by packraft. Over three days, we paddle 59 km (37 mi) from Šljivansko to the Bosnian border, with sheer cliffs on both sides and waterfalls spilling into the river. We jump in to swim in water so clear you can count the stones on the bottom, and we shoot under the Đurđevića Tara Bridge, 150 m (492 ft) overhead. Then the river saves its wildest stretch for last: a fast run of class III rapids on the final morning. Every night ends in a real bed by the water, and good fitness is all you need to join.

Nenad

IRF Packrafting Guide, Mountain Guide & Licensed Montenegrin Tourist Guide

Adventure Highlights

Europe's deepest canyon: Float 59 km (37 mi) down the Tara between cliffs that rise up to 1,300 m (4,265 ft) above the river
Class III finish: The last day runs through the river's fastest 3.7 mi (6 km), with your guide alongside and walk-around paths if you'd rather skip a rapid
Comfortable nights, no camping: Real beds every night, from a riverside camp-hotel to chalets on the Bosnian bank, plus a celebration dinner in Podgorica

Duration

5 days

Season

June through October

Group size

Up to 12 people

The adventure, day by day

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We start in Djurdjevica Tara with a briefing and a gear check at the riverside camp-hotel, then spend three full days packrafting downstream. Day two covers 14.3 mi (23 km) from Sljivansko to Tepca, passing the Ljutica spring and, if the group's keen, the 15th-century Monastery of Saint Michael the Archangel. Day three runs 13.7 mi (22 km) deeper into the canyon with swim stops and waterfalls. The final 8.7 mi (14 km) brings the biggest rapids before we reach the Bosnian border, where a transfer takes us to Podgorica for a celebration dinner. Breakfast on day five, then onward travel.

Day 1: Arrival in Djurdjevica Tara, expedition briefing, and equipment check

Arrival in Djurdjevica Tara, expedition briefing, and equipment check — Kayaking in Montenegro

Arrive in Zabljak and transfer to Djurdjevica Tara, where you’ll meet your host and the rest of the group. Check into your cosy room at the riverside camp-hotel, get to know your fellow adventurers, and talk through the days ahead with your guide. There’s time to take in the scenery, with that spectacular view of the Tara River canyon and one of the most beautiful bridges in the world. Gear gets checked and questions get answered, so nothing is left hanging before we hit the water. Dinner is a tasty traditional spread at the hotel’s restaurant.

Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel Kljajevica Luka

Day 2: Expedition begins, from Sljivansko to Tepca

Expedition begins, from Sljivansko to Tepca — Kayaking in Montenegro

After breakfast, a short drive through the canyon brings us to the put-in near Sljivansko, where we pack the rafts with everything needed for the next three days. We paddle five to six hours down to Radovan Luka and on to Tepca, passing the Ljutica spring, the most powerful spring in Europe, and the famous Djurdjevica Tara bridge with its five arches rising 150 m (492 ft) above the water. If the group fancies it, we can stop at the 15th-century Monastery of Saint Michael the Archangel and swim in the chilly Green Springs. Bijela vrela, Obodina, Ninkovica port, and Draga canyon all roll by before we reach Tepca, where the canyon hits its deepest point at 1,300 m (4,265 ft).

Meals: Breakfast, Snacks and Dinner
Distance: 23 km (14.3 mi)
Accommodation: Hotel Porto Tara

Day 3: Deeper into the canyon, from Tepca to Brstanovica

Wake up to the sound of the river, grab a coffee or tea, and enjoy breakfast on the bank before we push off again. Today takes us deeper into the canyon, with towering cliffs and waterfalls on both sides as we drift and paddle downstream. We stop regularly to stretch our legs, snack, and take in the waterfalls up close, and the calmer stretches are perfect for a swim if you feel like cooling off. Five to six hours on the water bring us to Brstanovica, where we spend the second night in comfortable riverside chalets on the Bosnian side.

Meals: Breakfast, Snacks and Dinner
Distance: 22 km (13.7 mi)
Accommodation: Encian – Riverside chalets on the Bosnian side of river

Day 4: Grand Finale, from Brstanovica to Scepan Polje

Grand Finale, from Brstanovica to Scepan Polje — Kayaking in Montenegro

The last day on the river is the liveliest one. We get on the water and gear up for the fastest section of the Tara, a 6 km (3.7 mi) stretch packed with several class III rapids. Your guide stays close to help you read the lines, and if any rapid doesn’t feel right, there are paths along the bank to walk around it. After the whitewater settles, we paddle the final 8 km (5 mi) down towards the Bosnian border at Scepan Polje, where the expedition wraps up. From there, we have a transfer organised to Podgorica, Montenegro’s capital, for a celebration dinner with the whole team.

Meals: Breakfast, Snacks and Dinner
Distance: 14 km (8.7 mi), 4-5 hours on the water
Accommodation: Hotel in Podgorica

Day 5: Breakfast and departure

Breakfast and departure — Kayaking in Montenegro

We have a relaxed breakfast at the hotel and time to swap photos and stories from the canyon with the rest of the team. After that, the expedition officially comes to an end and everyone heads off, either onward to their next stop or to the airport for their transfer home.

Meals: Breakfast

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Lodging & food

Riverside stays along the Tara

Our first night is at Hotel Kljajevica Luka, a riverside camp-hotel in Đurđevića Tara. Its cozy rooms sit right by the Đurđevića Tara Bridge, and the canyon views do most of the talking. On the second night, we stay at Hotel Porto Tara, a secluded riverfront hotel at Radovan Luka, deep in the canyon inside Durmitor National Park. It has direct river access, a restaurant, and a bar. The third night is at Encian on the Bosnian side of the river: rustic wooden bungalows and apartments with direct river access and an open-air restaurant serving homemade specialties. We finish in Podgorica at Hotel Resurs, a modern 4-star boutique hotel in a quiet neighborhood, close to the city center.

Note that exact accommodations may vary depending on availability, but will always be of the same standard and comfort.

Food

The trip opens with a traditional dinner at the camp’s restaurant, the kind of hearty Montenegrin cooking that tastes even better with the canyon right outside. Mornings start slowly with breakfast by the river bank, coffee or tea in hand, before we load the packrafts. Out on the water we stop regularly to stretch our legs, grab a snack, and take in the waterfalls. Once the expedition wraps up, we transfer to Podgorica for a celebration dinner with the whole team, and the final morning brings one last relaxed breakfast before everyone heads off.

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Nenad

IRF Packrafting Guide, Mountain Guide & Licensed Montenegrin Tourist Guide

Nenad was born and raised in Podgorica, but his heart has always belonged to the Tara River Canyon. He spent every school holiday on its wild banks, and that’s where his love of rivers and mountains began. This lifelong connection grew into a career in outdoor guiding, and Nenad now has over 10 years of experience. He has led multi-day tours deep into Montenegro’s most remote landscapes for international travelers. Today, he’s a certified IRF Packrafting Guide, a UIAA Mountain Guide, and a licensed Montenegrin Tourist Guide, with first aid and wilderness first aid training.

What others say about this adventure

5.00 (11 reviews)

Christopher Adams

Took a group of 10 people packrafting and was one of the best holiday experiences we have ever had. Nenad was great all the way through and would do it all again tomorrow if we could. Would strongly recommend …

Ivana Lazarevic

You need to try it. Best adventure ever!

Anica Anica

Can’t recommend enough this agency, we was on packrafting expedition on Tara River and it is best adventure in Montenegro!

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Things to know

Included:
- - An experienced packrafting guide with extensive knowledge of the area
  - 5-day packrafting expedition in the Tara River Canyon (3 days on the water)
  - Accommodation for 4 nights at a riverside camp-hotel, a small 4-star hotel, and riverside chalets (double occupancy)
  - High-end packrafts and expedition safety equipment
  - Complete personal equipment for packrafting: neoprene booties, neoprene wetsuit, anurak, lifejacket and helmet
  - 4 breakfasts and 4 dinners, snacks during the days on the water
  - Transfer from Zabljak to Djurdjevica Tara on arrival day
  - Transfers to the put-in point at the start of expedition
  - Transfer from Scepan Polje to Podgorica at the end of the expedition
Add-ons (pricing shown at checkout):
- - Single occupancy room
Not included:
- - Transportation to Montenegro
  - Any meals not listed above
  - Anything not mentioned in the ‘Included’ section above
  - Airport transfers
  - Insurance — mandatory, available to add at checkout
  - Guide gratuities — optional
In order to join this Tara river packrafting tour, good fitness is required as well as comfort in and around water, though no previous packrafting experience is needed. The most you’ll paddle within a day is up to 23 km (14.3 mi), spread over 5 to 6 hours on the water.

Days 3 and 4 are shorter, covering 22 km (13.7 mi) and 14 km (8.7 mi), with regular stops to stretch your legs, snack, and swim in the calmer sections. The final day includes a 6 km (3.7 mi) stretch with several class III rapids (depending on time of the year and water levels); your guide is there to help you through them, and if any rapid feels like too much, there are paths along the riverbank to walk around it.
On-the-water gear:
- - Quick-drying shorts or swimming suit
  - Synthetic long sleeve shirt
  - Fleece for cool mornings in the canyon
Clothing & footwear for night out of river
- - Dry change of clothes for evening
  - Warm layer for the evenings by the river
  - Comfortable shoes or sandals for around the accommodation
Other:
- - Water bottle (1L)
  - Quick-dry towel
  - Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, lip balm)
  - Travel documents and ID (the route crosses toward the Bosnian border)
  - Camera or waterproof action camera (optional but recommended)
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

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Group sizes and pricing:
- - It takes a minimum of 4 participants for this tour to run. The maximum group size is set at 12 participants.
  - Tara river packrafting tours can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements:
- - If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  - Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the Tara river packrafting tour on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
  - If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
The price for this Tara river packrafting tour is based on twin-share rooms, but a single occupancy room can be arranged at an additional fee. You can add it to your booking at checkout.
The starting point of your Tara river packrafting is Žabljak, Montenegro. To get there, most people fly into Podgorica Airport (TGD). From there, you can take a shuttle service, public transport, or rent a car to reach Zabljak.

From Zabljak, you’ll transfer to Djurdjevica Tara, where you’ll meet your guide and the rest of the group at the riverside camp-hotel. At the end of the expedition, a transfer to Podgorica is organized for the celebration dinner.
Having insurance is mandatory for this adventure. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.

Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.
Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.
- If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
- If canceled 60 or more days before departure, a 70% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
- If canceled within 59 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
- Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48 hours grace period.

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