Best things to do in Montenegro

Founded in 1952, Durmitor National Park is located within the Durmitor Massif – a huge landscape in the north of Montenegro. This park sits in the foothills of the Dinaric Alps so naturally, mountainous landscapes and dramatic cliffs can be found here. For those active travelers, this is a park you simply must visit during your stay in Montenegro. There are plenty of hikes you can do that take you through native forests, high plateaus and along wild rivers.

The Wild Tara River is home to the deepest gorge in Europe (approximately 1,300 meters) and is a sight to see. As you hike along riverbeds and past glistening lakes, you will see pass small communities and villages residing in the mountains. For example, Zabljak village which sits on the country’s tallest mountains. For skiers, the Durmitor National Park offers some fantastic slopes and resorts to head to. This is a much quieter destination to ski in compared to other countries and resorts. In summer, these stunning hills and mountains attract travelers who come to hike, cycle, fish and even swim in the rivers and expansive lakes.

This is one of the most jaw-dropping monasteries in the world. Although you cannot miss the monastery that is carved into the mountain, the Ostrog Monastery does have an element of ‘mysterious’ to it. Keeping this monastery relatively hidden to tourists is probably a good thing as it is still an active pilgrimage site for Roman Catholics and Muslims. The Ostrog Monastery is accessible via road and on arrival, there are various parts that you can walk around and explore. As it is an active monastery though, please make sure to be respectful and maintain the tranquillity as much as possible.

Located in northern Montenegro is the beautiful national park of Biogradska. This expansive park, which is approximately 54 square kilometers, is home to a range of environments including alpine woods, glacial lakes, virgin forests, and is title to one of the three remaining rainforests in Europe. Views across the national parks truly are breathtaking, offering the very best of Montenegro.

Some of the hiking trails take you past glacial lakes such as Šiško, Mali Šiško, Pešica, and Ševarina Lakes. For travelers interested in photography, this is definitely the place for you. The vibrant green mountains reflect off the glacial lakes which creates dramatic symmetry to photograph. The national park is also home to over 220 species of plant, over 80 types of tree and home to 150 bird species – both native and migratory. For those who are coming from Croatian cities which can be quite busy and overwhelming, the serenity of Biogradska is certainly a great contrast.