Montenegro Adventure Travel Guide & Adventure Activities in Montenegro

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Introducing Montenegro

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Montenegro is both southern European and Mediterranean. This Balkan country boasts the rich cultural heritage of Europe and the stunning beaches of the Mediterranean coast. Tourism suffered following the Yugoslavia civil war in the 1990s. But, following stabilization in the region in recent years, Montenegro is being rediscovered by tourists from around the globe. One of the smallest countries in Europe, Montenegro has a population of only 670,000. however, nowhere else in the world can you find such diverse natural beauty in such a small region. Mild beaches, clear lakes, and spectacular mountains and rivers decorate the country. With 117 be... (Read more...)

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Montenegro - Exploring the future of Adventure Sports

Adventure sports know no borders. So it's not surprising to hear that Montenegro is fast becoming a destination for lovers of adventure sports. Toward the southern end of the Adriatic, Montenegro is baking hot in the summer, but also has an... Read full post...

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aches and the blue waters of the Adriatic Sea, Montenegro is a breathtaking, picturesque holiday destination.

Montenegro’s lower areas enjoy a Mediterranean climate: dry summers and mild, rainy winters. It's capital city, Podorica, near sea level, is noted for having the warmest summer temperature in the country, averaging 27C in July. Temperature varies with elevation. Cetinje, in the Karst, at an elevation of 670m, has temperatures 5C lower. Montenegro’s mountainous regions receive some of the highest levels of rainfall in Europe, and include some of the continent's most rugged terrain. This is a country of diversity, in environment as well as culture. The terrain of Montenegro ranges from high mountains through a segment of the western Balkan Peninsula, to narrow coastal plains, and huge plunging gulfs and valleys.

4x4 Driving

A 4X4 self-drive tour is an invigorating way to tour Montenegro. A land of dramatic scenery, stunning blue lakes and picturesque villages; a 4X4 tour will take you down winding paths to beautiful virgin countryside. For a country so small, its natural wonders are vast. This journey will combine a thrilling celebration of nature and a taste of native folklore. Visit the Skydar Lake, the largest lake on the Balkan Peninsula and a unique Pelican habitat. Proclaimed a National Park in 1983 and surrounded by mountains, this is a spectacular natural sight unique to this country.

Mountain Biking

Montenegro is an exciting new mountain biking holiday destination. In this small but stunning country you can escape the crowds and enjoy real wilderness biking. The divergent terrain offers a fantastic variety of landscapes andtracks suited to every ability level. You can experience rocky trails along the beautiful Adriatic coast or ride the challenging full-on mountain epics with flowing alpine tracks. Discover Zabljak, the highest town in the Balkans, at an altitude of 1456m. The town offers stunning views as well as a cultural centre for religious history. The magnificent canyon of the Tara River is in close vicinity, the deepest canyon in Europe.

Walking

Montenegro is a beautiful country for walking holidays, offering trail after trail. Enjoy the stunning views as the mountains meet the sea, in true idyllic peacefulness. You can escape the throng of the city as you wonder at the wild national parks, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the ancient fortified town of Kotor. The small size of the country means walking tours are perfect for experiencing both coast and mountains. Walking, you can enjoy the country’s many sights and climates; a mix of sun, sea, towering peaks and of course, its beaches. Montenegro has an amazing range of wildlife. On your walks you will see sunbathing lizards, as well as jackals, tortoise and eagles.

Skiing

A relatively new tourist attraction, Montenegro is finally making the most of its beautiful natural assets. For years its ski fields in the north have been the preserve of locals. Finally, these first-rate slopes are open to tourists. Now you can also explore the area on snow mobiles, or climb the snowy regions of northern Mt. Bjelasica. The nearby ski resort, Jezerine, remains snow-covered through autumn, winter and spring. Maintained to an Olympic standard for international competitions, these slopes stretch over nine miles. The slopes at Jezerine can take 8,000 skiers at any one time. In reality, however, you can bomb down well-maintained trails in March and April with only a handful of fellow skiers to bother you.

Classic Itineraries

The sights of Montenegro are numerous. It is a blessing that thanks to the size of the country, you could see it all in just one trip! Tourists to Montenegro can indulge on the beach or on one of the challenging adventure activities. Durmitor National Park lets you explore glacial lakes in the midst of peaks of over 2000m. Flora and fauna will delight all as you experience wooded valleys, colourful wildflowers and high Alpine meadows across the country. The Tara Canyon, the second deepest canyon in the world, is not to be missed. And the cultural sights of 17th century Ostrog monastery - dramatically built into sheer cliff face – and the medieval town Kotor, are prime sight-seeing destinations. The more adventurous traveller can enjoy mountain biking, skiing and white-water rafting in the country’s mountain towns with the town of Zabljak boasting world-class rafting ratings.

Other Activities

The beautiful town of Zabljak, located high in the Balkan Peninsula, provides a popular winter tourism destination. The tiny town is home to skiing, hiking and white water rafting. Rafting reaches class four levels in the spring. Trips boast spectacular views as you cruise down the Tara River – located in the second deepest canyon in the world. No trip to Montenegro would be complete without a visit to the Ostrog Monastery, 50km from Podgorica, in the cliffs of the Bjelopavlic plain. The monastery is carved entirely into a vertical mountain cliff and is Montenegro’s most popular pilgrimage destination. With its cave-like chapel, this is one of the three most visited Christian destinations on the planet. And with access through mountain paths, this is an adventure not to be missed.

Montenegro Adventure Travel Guide