Hiking, cycling and rafting tour on Bjelašnica (3 days)

Experience the ultimate adventure in Bosnia and Herzegovina with a three-day combination of hiking, mountain biking and rafting in the Bjelašnica and Visočica mountains and the Neretva Canyon. This tour takes you to hidden highland villages, fast descents and deep gorges that only the Neretva can offer. Explore the untouched nature and enjoy the spectacular views as you cycle, hike and raft through this stunning landscape.

Departure dates:

17 – 19 June 2024
July 2024
August 2024
September 2024
Category: Hiking, Rafting & Mountain Biking
Price: From 395 EUR

Itinerary:

Day 1: Transfer from Sarajevo to the highland village of Umoljani, followed by a full day hike in the Bjelašnica mountains, the host of the 1984 Winter Olympics. We climb the Obalj peak (1,896 m) and visit the highest village in Bosnia, Lukomir (1,469 m). The hike starts in Umoljani and takes us through old summer pastures of the villagers. From here we ascend to the Obalj ridge, where stunning views of the Treskavica and Visočica mountains await us. After a simple but delicious home-cooked lunch in Lukomir, we hike back to our accommodation in Umoljani on an alternative route.

Accommodation: Pension Umoljani, Umoljani village
Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: A full day of mountain biking in the Bjelašnica and Visočica mountains, down to Boračko Lake, over two mountain passes on newly paved roads, with fantastic views of Prenj and its peaks. The highlight is an impressive descent into a valley on the other side of the Visočica mountain range and the Neretva river.

Accommodation: Pension Sunce, Boračko Lake
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 3: We end our three-day adventure with a rafting trip deep into the Neretva Canyon. The Neretva, the emerald green heart of Herzegovina, flows for over 100 kilometers from its source to the Adriatic Sea. In the upper canyon it offers some of the most beautiful rafting routes in Europe. The tour lasts about 4 hours and includes breaks for swimming and a snack. Lunch is served overlooking the Neretva and the Old Bridge of Konjic. Afterwards, transfer back to Sarajevo takes place in the late afternoon.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch

Included services:

Experienced English-speaking tour guide
Transfers on day 1 and day 3 (including luggage)
Accommodation in guest houses in Umoljani and at Lake Boračko
Meals: Breakfast (2x), lunch (3x), dinner (2x)
High-quality mountain bikes with road tires
Safety equipment for rafting
VAT
Options: Helmets and water bottles from Green Visions can be provided upon request.

What to bring: Suitable hiking gear, padded shorts for cycling, daypack, 1 liter of water, rainwear, helmet and water bottle.