From Sarajevo: Full-Day Hike to Lukomir Village
Description
Step beyond the usual cities and discover Lukomir, the last traditional Bosnian nomad village, where life still follows customs passed down for centuries. Located at 1,495 meters above sea level, it is the highest inhabited village in Bosnia and Herzegovina, surrounded by stunning mountain scenery and views over the Rakitnica Canyon. On the way, you will pass through the peaceful village of Umoljani and see Studeni Potok, a unique stream that curves through the landscape like a snake. In Lukomir, you will enjoy a homemade lunch with a local family, tasting authentic traditional dishes, including vegetarian options. In winter, if possible, the experience becomes even more special with a snowshoeing adventure through the snowy mountains. This tour is not only about nature, but about meeting local people and experiencing a way of life that still lives on in the Bosnian highlands.
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Itinerary
This is starting point of the tour.
Village where you will taste the best Bosnian pie ever. The history of this village is very rich, what you will se by visiting the necropolis of stećak tombstones from the 15th century
A 200 years old mosque in Umoljani is one of national monuments of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Mosque had survived turbulent history of country and preserves very old Ottoman tombstones. Near mosque is medieval necropolis which is visited as well.
Hiking trail is passing near Studeni Potok. Studeni Potok (Studeni Potok) is a intermittent stream (class H - Hydrographic) in Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bosnia And Herzegovina (Europe) with the region font code of Eastern Europe. It is located at an elevation of 949 meters above sea level.
Lukomir is Bosnia’s highest and most isolated mountain village. Lukomir is like a living ethnological museum, where the customs of nomadic tribes and Dinaric highlanders are still practiced. It is interesting for its unique stone houses with cherry-wood roof tiles. Indeed, access to the village is impossible from the first snows in December until late April and sometimes even later, except by skis or on foot. A newly constructed lodge is now complete to receive guests. From there, you can do some magnificent hiking in the area along the ridge of the Rakitnica Canyon.
One of the longest streams that by its silly flow has made an wonderful nature art in the canyon between the mountains, which looks like a snake. There is a very exciting legend about this creature, that you will hear on your tour.
Our hiking to Lukomir is taking place on the edge of Rakitnica canyon. Rakitnica River, one of the largest tributaries of the deep Neretva River, has carved a largely inaccessible, 26-kilometer-long and incredibly beautiful canyon between Bjelašnica and Visočica Mountains. Rakitnica Canyon is one of the deepest canyons in Europe and this truly natural wonder is only 30 kilometers from Sarajevo. The canyon's headwaters are found at 1,120 meters above sea level and the confluence of the Rakitnica and Neretva is at 320 meters above sea level. Thanks to its unique beauty and inaccessibility, Rakitnica Canyon serves as a true challenge for mountaineers, rafters, fishermen and everyone else who loves wild and untouched nature.
After the finished hike there is return to Umoljani and Sarajevo afterwards for which can be provided a car on request. In Sarajevo you will have transfer to your drop-off location.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We will contact guests after receiving bookings in order to arrange all the pick-up details. - This tour depends on weather conditions. If it is really bad, then we will postpone it for the next day. - Level: moderate - You should bring: - Rain jacket - At least 1 l of water or more - Sun protection - cream, spray, etc. - Children have to go with an adult person - Not possible people with disabillities since it is a hike - Mobile phone for photos
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Reviews(79)
Super beautiful hike and very knowledgeable hike, definitely the best thing I did in sarajevo
This is an amazing excursion right outside of Sarajevo to see one of the most remote villages in Bosnia. Our guide, Adi, was incredible and helped us out so much. He came prepared with everything— facts, hiking poles, snacks, even a pair of socks for me when mine kept slipping off my ankles, saving me some blisters! The hike itself was moderate difficulty and long, but plenty of breaks were provided as needed. Plus, the village and lunch are at the half way point! Highly recommend this unique experience! Even I, who am scared of heights, made it okay :)
The tour was very well organised and on the day this was executed faultlessly. The journey to Srebrenica was already filled with an emotional feeling and the journey was narrated beautifully by our guide Agan. He explained the political backdrop of the country simply and clearly and also talked of his personal experience during the war which made us all feel privileged to have someone who could describe the impossible situation the people of Bosnia faced. We were all very moved and would highly recommend this trip. If you are lucky, you may even be fortunate enough to have Agan as your tour guide!
There were 8 people on my tour and this hike was by far my favourite thing I did while in Bosnia. My tour guide was Adi, and he was a great leader of the hike, knowledgeable, and easy to talk to about anything. He was also very patient with the varying levels of hiking experience on our group. I would highly recommend this tour, it is not one to miss!
Wonderful experience! Hike was very beautiful, nature and mountains was amazing, Lukomir village historical and nice. Tour guide was really friendly and insightful. Highly recommend this hike tour to everybody:)
Excellent hiking tour from Sarajevo to picturesque village Lukomir on the mountain Bjelašnica. It was very easy to book it directly with Meet Bosnia agency. Our tour guide, Ahmed, was fantastic. I would highly recommend this tour for all that like nature and hiking.
We absolutely loved this tour. We had a group of 16 with two wonderful guides, Ahmed and Christian. The scenery and wildflowers were stunning! I highly recommend this as it was one of the most fun and memorable hikes of my life! My tips: bring plenty of water and some snacks. You can refill your water at the village The trail is uneven in many areas so wear decent shoes The trail is not technical, but it’s not easy either. Out of our group of 16, 1 decided not to go soon after we started and 2 got a ride down from the top from a villager. They can’t guarantee rides, though, so you have to be prepared to do the whole 10 miles
I went on the Lukomir day hike with Meet Bosnia, and it was absolutely wonderful. The scenery was beautiful, everything was very well organized, and it was one of the highlights of my time in Bosnia. Our guide, Sahin, was fantastic. He was extremely knowledgeable and shared so much information about the landscape, Bosnian history, and the village of Lukomir itself. When the restaurant he normally takes guests to was closed, he went out of his way to find another place for us to eat and even treated the group to Bosnian coffee. He was an absolute delight throughout the day. Sahin also translated for us while we purchased beautiful knitted goods from the local women, which made the experience even more special. During the hike, he made sure no one felt rushed, took breaks when needed, and always made sure everyone was doing well and staying together. His kindness, good humor, and attention to everyone in the group really made the day memorable. As a lovely extra touch, Sahin created a WhatsApp group after the trip so that everyone could share photos. We had taken so many pictures of one another throughout the day, and since none of us knew each other beforehand, it was a wonderful way to exchange memories and stay connected. It was such a thoughtful gesture and just one more example of how he went above and beyond to make the experience special. This was my second tour with Meet Bosnia, and I really cannot recommend them enough. I did another tour with a different company during my stay, and while it was enjoyable, it simply didn’t meet the same high standards that Meet Bosnia consistently delivers. I say all of this with absolutely no incentive to do so—I just want other travelers to know how exceptional my experiences have been. From the quality of the tours to the warmth and professionalism of the guides, Meet Bosnia has been outstanding, and I would not hesitate to book with them again.
the tour was so amazing, and I had such a lovely time! we were really blessed with a great guide (ahmed) and an awesome group, which made the experience even better. the hike itself is relatively easy, but there's definitely a lot of walking and a few steep sections, so it's good to have a decent level of stamina. having said that, I would highly recommend this tour; it was an unforgettable experience! 😊
We had a fantastic day on the tour. Ahmed was our guide and he was very kind and helpful! We started the day around 8/8:30 and drove about an hour up to our hiking starting point. We then had some Bosnian coffee before starting our journey! The hike to the village was gorgeous. It was about a 4-5 mile hike there and then we came back the same way for a round trip of around 10 miles. The hike itself was pretty challenging with numerous inclines and going up and down rocks, which could be steep at some points. I would highly recommend you wear appropriate clothing and shoes and bring lots of water and some snacks. We arrived at the village around 12-1pm and had an amazing lunch that we paid for individually. After lunch we had time to explore the village before heading back. I would expect to get back to your stay closer to 6. Would highly recommend the tour and would do again :)
