Kotor Tour to Durmitor - Black Lake & Tara River Bridge
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Explore the majestic Durmitor region with a scenic drive to the famous Đurđevića Tara Bridge, one of the most iconic viewpoints in Montenegro. Enjoy photo stops along the way and take in breathtaking views over Tara Canyon—the deepest in Europe. Optional zip line across the canyon is available for thrill-seekers. Continue to Black Lake, a stunning glacial lake nestled in the heart of Durmitor National Park. Relax by the water or enjoy a light walk along the forest trail. Optional upgrades: Option 2: Extend your experience with a visiting Ostrog Monastery, Montenegro’s most important pilgrimage site, famed for its spiritual atmosphere and miraculous legends...
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Since we started in 2015 as a small family-run local travel agency, we have crafted unforgettable travel experiences in Montenegro for thousands of visitors from around the globe. Our tours depart from various locations, including Kotor (port of Kotor), Podgorica, Tivat, Budva, and Bar (port of Adria), ensuring convenient access for travelers from cruise ships and nearby cities. Note: If you need more tour ideas for additional days while in Montenegro, feel free to message us after booking this tour. We also offer airport transfer services that can be arranged via message. Welcome!
Black Lake is the biggest one of 18 lakes in Durmitor National park. The lake is well known as „mountain eyes of Montenegro“ ... It's amazing to be here... *National Park ticket - 5euros per person.
Tara river, the deepest canyon in Europe will introduce unspoiled nature and a masterpiece of bridge building - grandiose bridge Djurdjevica Tara, perched on a canyon over 150 feet deep, which offers a unique view of the Tara River Canyon and leaves no one indifferent.
Optional activity Zip Line over the canyon of Tara River by the bridge Djurdjevica Tara. The price depend on the zip line you choose but it is between 25-35EUR per person.
One of the 5 in Montenegro, but probably the most popular. 17 glacial lakes, 40 mountain peaks over 2000 meters high, black pine forest, and the deepest canyon in Europe. Black Lake and Djurdjevica Tara are part of the NP.
Žabljak, the highest inhabited town in the Balkans, nestled in the heart of the Durmitor mountain, is a charming alpine retreat known for its ski resorts and untouched nature. As we pass through this quaint town, you'll glimpse its rustic beauty before continuing to the stunning Black Lake, just a short distance away, where nature truly takes center stage.
Ostrog Monastery is one of Montenegro’s most important pilgrimage sites, carved dramatically into a vertical cliff. This 17th-century Orthodox monastery, dedicated to Saint Basil of Ostrog, attracts visitors from around the world with its breathtaking views and deeply spiritual atmosphere. Many believe the site holds miraculous healing powers, making it a truly unforgettable stop on your journey. Ostrog Monastery is included as one of the three tour options. Please select the option that suits you best, or contact us for customization.
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We can organise the tour from other locations for an additional fees.
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- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(5)
We came to the Durmitor National Park for the second time this year. Words and pictures are not enough to describe the beauty of the nature. Just go and give it a try. Btw, pictures are without filters 😉
Thank you for visiting Durmitor National Park again! We’re delighted you enjoyed the breathtaking mountain landscapes and natural beauty once more. And yes—Durmitor really is that stunning, even without filters. We hope to see you back in Montenegro again soon!
Most amazing private trip. Vladimir picked us up from our hotel took us to black lake, we hiked around the whole lake, then took us to Tara zipline. When we asked to grab a drink he said of course. He took us back to our hotel. Trip felt like day with a friend. He was very knowledgeable about Montenegro. Absolutely the best way to do this.
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! Vladimir will be happy to hear your kind words. Black Lake, the Tara Zipline, and a drink along the way — sounds like a perfect Montenegro day and we are glad you experienced it in the best way. Hope to welcome you again soon, Mont Travelers Team
We visited Montenegro for our honeymoon and wanted to book a special day which did not disappoint. We booked through Aleks who was able to accomodate us being picked up from our hotel in Porto, Tivat. We spent 12 hours with Andrija on a private tour who was knowledgeable, kind and attentive. He showed us many places & viewpoints throughout the day including: Budva viewpoint, river view stop in the canyon, Tara spring, Tara bridge, Black Lake & a sunset viewpoint overlooking Bokka bay on the way home. We were made to feel comfortable and never rushed. Very comfortable and clean car. We made convenient stops for toilet breaks, snacks, coffee & water and had beautiful meal of fresh trout at Tara springs. We packed so much into one day exploring Durmitor national park which is stunning and the views with driving did not make the long journey seem long as there is so much to see. A truly once in a lifetime experience that we can not thank Andrija enough for! Would recommend to anyone visiting Montenegro.
We could not recommend this tour / the team enough. I first made contact with Aleks about a week prior to our arrival. He went above and beyond to design a 3 day itinerary for us that covered most of the prominent sights. His communication was excellent and he truly designed a great tour at such short notice, especially given that we weren’t in the tourist season yet. Our guide was George who was truly incredible - you can tell he loved his job and he always went above and beyond to show us the best sights. He had incredible knowledge about the different locations and being guided by a local resident meant we learned a lot about the country’s rich past and culture. George always had a smile on his face and a great sense of humour and we truly enjoyed ourselves. Our tours were 12-13 hours on day 1, and 6-7 hours on Day 2 but we always felt safe with his driving! We visited Ostrog Monastery, Durmitor National Park, Budva, Sveti Stefan, Serpentine bends, Cetinje, Porto Montenegro, Njeguski, Lake Skadar and Tara to name a few. They were truly breathtaking, picturesque and memorable sights. We look forward to returning one day to see the rest of this gorgeous country.
Every minute of trip was perfect, nature is awesome and looking forward to see more of your beautiful country! Recommended
