Sandzak Shenanigans

Organiser: RAMS Explorer

This tour is created for people who want to do adrenaline activities on their holidays, but at the same time want to explore hidden and unusual places. The tour is performed in two countries (Serbia and Montenegro), in their parts that are not popular travel destinations, but which have enormous potential. All participants in this program are pioneers in the activities included and have immense experience. They are ready to listen to their guests and make all their desires come true. Throughout the tour, the guests will have an opportunity to stay in the rural area of Western Balkans, to eat organic food, but also to do some adventures like rafting, kayak, hiking, cave exploring, and horse riding.

Level of difficulty

  • Easy

Budget

  • Affordable

Best for what

  • Tasting local food
  • Easy hiking
  • Knowing new cultures and rural lifestyle

Best for who

  • Groups of friends
  • Retired travellers

Highlights

 

  • White-water rafting (Lim and Tara)
  • Hiking in protected natural areas (Park Uvac, NP Durmitor and Tara river- the deepest canyon in Europe)
  • Exploring underground life (caving)
  • Sight-seeing of Monastery Saint Nikola (1707), the monument of Bosko Buha, waterfalls Sopotnica
  • Consuming local organic food
  • Meeting local lifestyle and people

Day by day program

Day 1 - Arrival day

Routing: Airport Podgorica – Bijelo Polje

Short: After transfer from the airport, guests are checking in. Accommodation will be in a private house in the village. Shared toilets/bathroom.

Host: Local household

Meals: D

Day 2 - Hiking & Canyoning

Routing: Bijelo Polje – Bistrica

Short: Hiking through Đalovića Gorge 10 -12 km, including some canyoning, too. In the afternoon, visit to the Monastery of Saint Nikola, which dates from 17th century. Return to the village.

Host: Local household

Meals: B/L/D

Day 3 - Caving & Horse riding

Routing: Bijelo Polje – Novakovica Cave

Short: Transfer to the village Tomaševo, where Novakovica cave is located. Exploring underground life with local experienced guide with full equipment provided. In the afternoon, visit to the local family Rmandic who owe horse farm. Optional horse-riding up to 1 hour duration. Return to the village.

Host: Local household

Meals: B/L/D

Day 4 - Rafting Day

Routing: Bijelo Polje MNE – Prijepolje SRB

Short: Transfer from Bijelo Polje to Kumanica, staring point of rafting to Brodarevo (15 km). Passing the most popular part of the Gorge of Kumanica.
From Brodarevo transfer to Sopotnica village, to enjoy in the views of waterfalls and old mills. Lunch in the local household. In the afternoon, continuing to village Kamena Gora, for checking in.

Host: Local household

Meals: B/L/D

Day 5 - Kayak Excursion

Routing: Prijepolje – Sjenica

Short: Transfer to Sjenica, via Nova Varos and Zlatar. Kayaking through the most beautiful part of this reserve area. Short hike to the viewpoint from where you can enjoy in the view of meanders. Return in the afternoon.

Host: Local household

Meals: B/L/D

Day 6 - Trekking Day

Routing: Kamena Gora – Jabuka

Short: This trail is cca 11 km long, easy level with numerous views to the surrounding mountains. Lunch in the local household. Transfer to village Guvnište and visit to the Ethno house. Return to the village.

Host: Local household

Meals: B/L/D

Day 7 - Bridge over Tara Canyon

Routing: Kamena Gora – Pljevlja – Zabljak (NP Durmitor)

Short: Leave the village and transfer to Žabljak via Pljevlja. Stop to visit old mills and degustation of local food. Continue to Đurđevića Tara Bridge, one of the most popular places in Montenegro, over the Tara Canyon, the deepest in Europe, and second deepest in the world. Continuing to Žabljak and a hiking tour around the lake, which takes 4-5 h.

Host: 3-star hotel

Meals: B/L/D

Day 8 - Bye bye

Routing: Durmitor – Airport transfer

Short: After breakfast, departure to the airport.

Host: /

Meals: B

Cancellation policy

Maps and directions

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Environment protection

Our tourists, who want to stay in nature or do some activities while on their holidays, want to travel without leaving a trace. This made us very careful in choosing our partners who offer services. We constantly educate them to take care of the environment.
Our company has a certificate in Travel Life (Sustainability in tourism) since 2014.
This tour will mostly include rural areas, furthermore, clients will support small local businesses, which have an opportunity to earn and grow while staying in the rural areas and take care of nature. More tourists of this kind, more awareness!