Montenegro is an ideal place for outdoor activities—extremely picturesque nature, diverse landscapes, and the azure sea open up many sports and entertainment opportunities. We offer you the top 10 options for activities that should be adopted before a trip to Montenegro.
1. Paragliding
If you have never flown a paraglider, then the Montenegrin open spaces are great for unforgettable adventures! The best place for paragliding is the Budva Riviera, where all the main natural attractions and the country's largest resorts are concentrated. Paragliding is considered extreme entertainment, but kids are allowed to take part. Beginner flights are carried out exclusively with an instructor. The cost depends on the place and duration of the flight.
2. Canyoning
One of the most common outdoor activities is a trek through the magnificent canyon of Nevidio (Durmitor massif). A tourist group equipped with special equipment walks on foot over a route of more than three kilometres through a rocky area without using swimming equipment. This extreme sports entertainment was invented especially for fans of real adventures and requires good physical preparation. The price usually includes transfer services, a guide, equipment rental, and meals.
3. Kitesurfing
Riding with waves with a kite is a water sport that can captivate even beginners despite all the difficulties. You can rent equipment and learn the basics of kitesurfing in special schools, most of which are located in the Velika Plazha area near Ulcinj.
4. Sailing
Sailing on the Adriatic Sea is an experience you need to experience during a vacation in Montenegro. From the sea, a breathtaking panoramic view is inaccessible on land. The best place for sailing is the Bay of Kotor, protected from waves. A leisurely but imposing form of leisure is also suitable for families with children.
5. Diving
The waters of the Adriatic keep many secrets, which you can touch with the help of diving equipment. The remains of sea vessels of different eras and fascinating underwater landscapes with curious sea inhabitants appear when plunging into the seabed. Even beginners have the opportunity to undergo training and, under the supervision of an instructor, make their first dive.
6. Rafting
Rafting along a mountain river with many obstacles is one of the most popular attractions in Montenegro. The Tara River attracts the most significant attention of rafters, with excellent malachite-colored water flowing through a mountain gorge in the Durmitor nature reserve. Overcoming many thresholds is considered quite complicated and requires participants to experience.
7. Mountain biking
Active holidays in Montenegro will be incomplete without mountain biking. You can ride in the breeze or rent mountain bikes in the national parks of Durmitor, Sutjeska, and Kotor on the Vrmac peninsula. Some routes, in terms of difficulty, are pretty suitable for leisurely family bike rides.
8. Climbing
Rock climbing is an entertainment for thrill-seekers, and the Montenegro mountains are the best suited for this activity. The Durmitor, Prokletiye, and Kuchke mountain massifs are the most suitable rocks for climbing. On-site, you can rent the necessary equipment and hire accompanying people.
9. Hiking and trekking
The diverse nature of Montenegrin is ideal for long walks. Many organized hiking trips take place each season where you can go with your children. The routes are designed to see as many breathtaking landscapes as possible.
10. Camping
Overnight in a tent or a motor home far from civilization is an adventure that will be remembered for a long time and bring many positive emotions. Such a holiday is mainly to the liking of children and adolescents. Among the best campsites in Montenegro are on the Velika Plaza near Ulcinj, Herceg Novi, and the beach of Buljarica.
