Montenegro · Boating

8-Hour Lake Skadar Boat Tour with Rijeka Crnojevića and Villages

8 Hours Round trip from bb Орахово Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Boat ride on Lake Skadar with birdwatching and lake views
  • 02 Explore the traditional villages of the Lake Skadar region
  • 03 Visit Rijeka Crnojevića, a historic old fishing town and medieval capital
  • 04 Photo stop at Pavlova Strana, one of Montenegro's most famous viewpoints

Hop on a boat to take in breathtaking views of Lake Skadar and spot rare birds common to this lake. Visit Lake Skadar National Park and the traditional villages of Montenegro, then explore Rijeka Crnojevića, an old fishing town that once served as a medieval capital. Pause at Pavlova Strana, one of the most famous viewpoints over Lake Skadar and one of Montenegro's most spectacular panoramas. This full-day tour combines nature, history, village charm, and beautiful lake scenery.

Pause at Pavlova Strana, one of the most famous viewpoints over Lake Skadar and one of Montenegro's most spectacular panoramas.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Lake Skadar (Montenegro), Rijeka Crnojevića
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Lake Skadar Boat Ride and Montenegro Village Discovery

  • Meet your Montenegro tour guide at the hotel and drive towards Lake Skadar in a standard sedan vehicle.

  • Go on a 1-hour-30-minute boat ride on the lake and enjoy the adventure. During the ride, learn about the lake's value and watch some rare birds common to the area. If the weather allows, you can also go for a swim. Enjoy refreshments on board as well.

  • Continue to Virpazar Village, where you can walk around and explore its charm.

  • Carry on by car through Lake Skadar National Park, passing old villages of the region and enjoying amazing sights along the way.

  • Arrive at Rijeka Crnojevića and take a short break in this old fishing town. It is famed in Montenegrin history as one of the medieval capitals and an important place. Today, it is known as one of the favourite holiday destinations in Montenegro.

  • Ride to Pavlova Strana for a photo stop at one of the most famous viewpoints over Lake Skadar and in Montenegro. It has also been featured in well-read travel and destination magazines as one of the most spectacular views in the world.

  • Drive back to your accommodation.

  • Optional: You can visit the old Besac Fortress, situated on the hill above the town, from where you can enjoy a beautiful panoramic view of Lake Skadar. You can also visit a local family's winery in a nearby village for a degustation of different wines, brandies, liqueurs, and traditional products by paying an extra fee.

Lake Skadar waters, Virpazar Village, Rijeka Crnojevića fishing town, Pavlova Strana viewpoint

Where this trip takes you

Lake Skadar waters, Virpazar Village, Rijeka Crnojevića fishing town, Pavlova Strana viewpoint

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from bb Орахово 2 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Licensed English-speaking Montenegro tour guide

  • Drive in a standard sedan vehicle

  • Parking and all road fees

  • Boat ride on Lake Skadar (1 hour and 30 minutes)

  • Entrance fee to Lake Skadar National Park

  • Snacks and beverages during the boat ride (doughnuts, wine, rakija brandy, juices, and water)

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses

  • Tips

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Montenegro
Tour start
bb Орахово, Virpazar 81305, Montenegro
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in bb Орахово.

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