Packrafting excursion in the Tara Canyon in Montenegro

The mini packrafting expedition begins after breakfast. A short drive through the landscapes of the Tara Canyon takes you to the starting point, near the village of Sljivansko . There, you prepare your packraft and organize the necessary equipment for the next three days of travel.

You then begin your first day of navigating the turquoise waters of the Tara , for a descent of approximately 23km , usually covered in 5 to 6 hours . The route crosses one of the most impressive sections of the canyon and takes you to the village of Tepca , located near the deepest point of the canyon, at 1,300m .

Along the way, you will discover the spectacular Ljutica spring , considered the most powerful spring in Europe , as well as the famous Đurđevića Tara bridge , a remarkable five-arched structure culminating 150m above the river.

Depending on the group's wishes, a stop can be made to visit the 15th-century Monastery of St. Michael the Archangel or to refresh oneself in the Green Springs . The day ends in Tepca , where you spend the night in a 4-star hotel in the heart of the canyon.

You wake up on the banks of the Tara River , lulled by the sound of the water. After a coffee or tea and breakfast on the riverbank , you leave your accommodation to continue your packrafting expedition .

The journey resumes towards Brstanovica , with a new leg of approximately 22km , usually covered in 5 to 6 hours . You progress through the heart of the Tara canyon , surrounded by steep cliffs , dense forests and waterfalls that plunge into the river.

Throughout the descent, several breaks punctuate the day. These allow you to stretch your legs, share a snack , observe the waterfalls, or enjoy the calmer areas of the river for a refreshing swim.

This gradual immersion into one of the deepest canyons in Europe reinforces the feeling of isolation and wild nature that characterizes the Tara.

At the end of the day, you reach Brstanovica , where you spend the night in comfortable riverside chalets located on the Bosnian side.

This final day of your packrafting expedition promises a more challenging paddle. After preparing your craft in Brstanovica , you'll launch to explore the most dynamic section of the Tara River .

The first 6km feature several Class III rapids , offering a fun and rhythmic descent into the heart of the canyon. Your experienced guide will accompany you throughout this section to advise you on navigating the rapids. If some sections seem too daunting, it's possible to bypass them on foot using the trails that run alongside the river.

After this more intense section, the navigation continues for the last 8 kilometers of the route. The current gradually becomes calmer as you approach Šćepan Polje , on the border between Montenegro and Bosnia and Herzegovina .

You thus complete this descent of approximately 14km , generally covered in 4 to 5 hours , marking the end of your adventure in the heart of the Tara canyon .