Rafting Tara

An unforgettable experience on one of the most beautiful rivers in Europe!


At the bottom of the mountain Durmitor, one of the main natural and ecological attractions in Montenegro as well as in Europe, is the river Tara widely known as ” Tear of Europe” .  Tara river canyon or Tara River Gorge represents a world-protected heritage (proclaimed by UNESCO). Given the depth and length of its canyon, as well as all its other characteristic, river Tara ranks first in Europe and second in the world after Colorado canyon in the United States . Unpredictable temperament, emerald green color, rugged and steep banks, large hydropower and various underwater obstacles… Tara is the biggest challenge for fans of rafting . Rafting at the Tara River Canyon is one of the most interesting and exciting experiences to anyone who has at least once experienced it; it stays in your memory forever. Feel the magic of untouched nature, unique landscapes, speed which is changing all the time. As a  hydrological and biological phenomenon, Tara is also one of Europe’s last remaining unpolluted rivers, allowing  to drink from it freely as they descend its rapids…


Safe Rubber boats  , skilled and experienced rafters whose lives are intertwined with the river, will show you all the secrets and the beauty of the deepest and most beautiful canyon in Europe.


We start the all rafting tours  9.30 A.M. outside Summit office. We have organized transfer to Tara bridge where the rafters give you all the needed equipment (life west, helmet, rain jacket, a waterproof bag to put your phone or camera inside it and neoprene suit and shoes). When you get all the needed equipment you start the tour. The boats are made for 9 peoples and there is a guide in each boat.


No Experience Necessary for Rafting Tour !


You will get Pre-trip safety instruction from the Guide before the rafting.   A quick lesson in the river including jumping in and pulling out raftmates and appropriate safety gear. You don’t need experience for the Rafting, just follow the instructions from the Guide.

The half day rafting tour lasts approximately 2-3 hours (depending of the level of water) with stops and 14 km long distance. The first stop is next to a big waterfall Ljutica and the other breaks are at bays so you can swim in Tara river. After passing the first fifteen kilometers of the canyon, where the half day trip finishes, the guides take you to Tara bridge again and there you have a restaurant-organized lunch. After the lunch, you have some free time to see the area from the bridge and to take more pictures. Then, by organized transfer you come back to Žabljak, around 14 o'clock.


09.30 – Departure from the Summit office. You’ll have a comfortable and safe ride through the attractive and challenging landscapes of Zabljak to the point of departure for rafting tours. Attractive landscapes provide opportunities for viewing and photographing the natural beauty.

10.00 - Arrival at the rafting place/place of departure. Preparation for rafting. Instructions from the rafters. Boarding .

10.30 - Rafting through the most attractive areas of Tara, with adrenaline adventure through the rapids, cascades and enjoying the peaceful flow of the river . Stopping at the next most buoyant source in Europe ( 5000 liters per second) for photography and sightseeing. Proceeding with the rafting. Stopping for photo and swimming next to the authentic bridge to Tara. Rafting to the point of disembarkation ( Zugica luka ).

12:30 - 13.00 - End of rafting and back to Reastaurant
Lunch  – Domestic Lamb or Fish with seasonal salad or Grilled vegetables
Free time – to look around the bridge, photo activities.
Zipline (Optional) – not included in the price, but you will get discount

14.00 - Back to Zabljak .

The One day rafting tour lasts approximately 5 hours (depending of the level of water) with lot of stops, rapid parts and 40 km long distance. Canyon Tara is one of the deepest gorges in Europa with a depth of appr 1.300 meters! Forty kilometers of rafting through most attractive part of the Tara canyon for about 5 hours. Lunch is provided also and it will be served in the nature like a picnic.  The first stop is next to a big waterfall Ljutica and the other breaks are at bays so you can swim in Tara river. Finish of this tour is at the place where the canyon is the deepest ( 1,360 meters ) in Europe and second in the World after the Canyon of the Colorado River …


09.30 – Departure from the Summit office. Comfortable drive through the attractive natural environment of Zabljak to the starting point for rafting. Attractive landscapes provide the opportunity to enjoy the natural beauty.

10.00 - Arrival at the rafting place/place of departure – Preparation for rafting. Dressing and taking the equipment necessary for a comfortable and safe rafting . Instructions from the rafters. Boarding the boat.

10.30 – Rafting through the most attractive areas of the Tara Canyon . Adrenaline adventure through the rapids and cascades, enjoying the peaceful flow of the river . Stopping for photo next to the most buoyant source in Europe ( 5000 liters per second ). Proceeding with the rafting. Stopping for photo and swimming under the authentic Tara bridge.  Stopping for photo and swimming next to the White springs where the water from the Black Lake, after a seven-day passage through underground channels, flows into the Tara river. White springs are a natural phenomenon because of the channel below the river bed and the other side of the flow. Continuation of rafting. Finishing at the Radovan Luka camp.

16.30h -  End of rafting and back to Zabljak – disembark from boat. Transport to Zabljak with a jeep or a van with a casual tour of the canyon and stopping in attractive areas for photo.
Back through the village Tepca with a beautiful natural environment . Stopping for photo on the top of Ćurevac, where the canyon is the deepest ( 1,360 meters ) in Europe and second in the World after the Canyon of the Colorado River .
19.00h - return to Zabljak.

Eighty kilometers of rafting for about 10 hours including traditional meals and overnight in a comfortable wooden bungalows…


The first day

Lasts approximately 5 hours (depending of the level of water) with lot of stops, rapid parts and 40 km long distance. Canyon Tara is one of the deepest gorges in Europa with a depth of appr 1.300 meters! Forty kilometers of rafting through most attractive part of the Tara canyon for about 5 hours. Lunch is provided also and it will be served in the nature like a picnic. The first stop is next to a big waterfall Ljutica and the other breaks are at bays so you can swim in Tara river. Finish of this tour is at the place where the canyon is the deepest ( 1,360 meters ) in Europe and second in the World after the Canyon of the Colorado River . Finish at the Radovan luka camp…

09.30 – Departure from the Summit office.
10.00 - Arrival at the rafting place/place of departure – Preparation for rafting . Instructions from the rafters. Boarding the boat.
10.30 -  Rafting  through the most attractive areas of the river. Adrenaline adventure through the rapids and cascades, enjoying the peaceful flow of the river . Stopping for photo next to the most buoyant source in Europe   ( 5000 liters per second ) . Continuation of rafting. Stopping for photo and swimming in addition to authentic bridge to Tara . Continuation of rafting. Stopping for photo and swimming next to the White springs where water from Black Lake, after a seven-day passage through underground channels, flows into the Tara river. White springs are a natural phenomenon because of the channel below the river bed and the other side of the flow. Continuation of rafting.
Lunch – Lunch pack (ham, cheese, vegetable, juice and chocolate)
Rafting to the point of disembarkation – Radovan Luka camp .
18.00 -  End of the first day of rafting – Free activities in an attractive natural environment Camp Encian.
Dinner - Home cooked dinner and overnight in a comfortable wooden bungalows…


The second day

10.00 - Continuation of rafting
After breakfast we’re boarding the boat and continue rafting . Stopping at several locations for photo and swimming. Stopping at the site Sige Bajlovića, attractive waterfalls that are, in the opinion of many tourists, the most beautiful part of the river . Thats  a waterfalls with a height of appr 30 meter fed by a spring in a cave called Bucevica. The waterfall can only be viewed when rafting on the river Tara that flow through a 82 kilometer long gorge. Rafting to Brstanovica. Disembark from the boat for rest and picnic in one of the camps Brstanovice. Pause for about 2 hours. Continuation of rafting through the stretch of river with the largest number of rapids, which is a special adrenaline experience for visitors. Rafting to Šćepan polje camp .
16.30h - End of rafting and back to Zabljak – disembark from boat. Transport to Zabljak by jeep or a van with a casual tour of the canyon and stopping in attractive areas for photo. Return to the canyon of the Piva River . Stopping beside hydroelectric Mratinje (height over 220m ). The journey continues next Piva Lake (the lake is about 42 km long ) . The journey continues through the authentic village Trsa, crossing the Durmitor massif. Crossing the mountain passes that are 2,000 meters above sea level . Stop for sightseeing and photography.
19.00h - Return to Zabljak .

HIGHLIGHTS

• Individual, Small or Bigger Group Experience
• Safety Rafting in the deepest canyon in Europe and 2nd deepest in the World, the famous Tara canyon
• See a local community from an insider's perspective – on a guided Rafting tour led by someone who grew up here
• Family Friendly
• Unesco Nature
• Stunning Scenery
• Enjoying local food specialities
• Learn about local community
• Amazing Photo locations

 

 

WHAT'S INCLUDED

 

INCLUDED

• Experienced local rafting skipper
• All rafting gear (neoprene suit,  boots, helmet, life and rain jacket)
• Pre-trip safety instruction, a quick lesson in the river including jumping in and pulling out raftmates and appropriate safety gear
• Transport from Zabljak to Tara river and back
• National Park Tax
• Insurance
• Lunch/Meal

 

WHAT TO BRING

• Swimming suit to dress under the neoprene suit
• Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sun block)
• Camera, Photo (optional)

 

If you are interested in booking the tour, you should do that one day in advance by coming to our office at Njegoševa 16, by email or WhatsApp. You pay the tour at the day of the rafting directly to the rafters and you can do the payment also by card.