The Tara Canyon, Durmitor National Park and Piva Lake are all within an hour and a half of each other, and our camp sits right in the middle: at the confluence of the Tara and Piva, where the Drina begins, next to the Montenegro border. In three days you can raft through Europe's deepest canyon, cruise the emerald Piva Lake and walk around Black Lake on Durmitor. This is the plan we recommend to our guests.
The itinerary at a glance
| Day | Plan | Drive from the camp |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrival, Piva Lake cruise, dinner at the camp | Plužine: about 28 km, 45 min |
| Day 2 | Rafting the Tara Canyon, lunch and evening at the camp | Transfer to the start included, about 1 h |
| Day 3 | Durmitor: Žabljak, Black Lake, the panoramic road | Žabljak: about 75 km, 1.5 h |
For accommodation and rafting, the 3-day package fits best: €150 per person (€120 on weekdays) with two nights in a bungalow, five meals and rafting. Add the cruise and Durmitor as you like.
Day 1: arrival and Piva Lake
Set off early to reach the camp by noon. After checking in, drive up the Piva Canyon to Plužine, through a series of tunnels cut into the rock, and board a Piva Lake cruise. The panoramic tour takes 1.5 hours and costs €40 per person; the swimming or sunset tour takes 2 hours and costs €55.
Piva Lake is a long, narrow reservoir formed behind the Mratinje Dam, with emerald water and steep cliffs rising straight out of it. The boat is the best way to see it, and on the swimming tour you can jump in from the deck. In the evening you are back at the camp for dinner by the campfire.
Day 2: rafting the Tara Canyon
This is the main day. After breakfast we drive you about an hour to the starting point, followed by about 4 hours of rafting through the most scenic section of the Tara Canyon, with more than 20 rapids. There is a licensed skipper in every raft and all gear is included, so no experience is needed. At the end you are back at the camp for lunch.
The afternoon is free: a swim at the confluence, canoeing or simply relaxing by the river. Dinner follows, with live music at weekends. To pick the right month for the river, see the best month for Tara River rafting.
Day 3: Durmitor
After breakfast, head for Žabljak. The road runs through the Piva Canyon, past Plužine and across the plateau, about 75 km or an hour and a half from the camp. On Durmitor we recommend:
- Black Lake (Crno jezero) - Durmitor's best-known glacial lake, just outside Žabljak, with an easy path around it.
- The Durmitor Ring - a panoramic loop road through the national park, with viewpoints over the peaks and canyons.
- The Đurđevića Tara Bridge - if you leave via Žabljak towards Pljevlja, the bridge is on your way. Read its history in our Tara River Canyon guide.
If you would rather not drive, we run a guided Durmitor Ring, Žabljak and lakes tour: an easy day of about 8 hours, from €60 per person. As it takes the whole day, it is best to stay one more night and leave on day four. Ask us about an extra night.
More time? Add a fourth day
With a fourth day nothing is rushed. You can go hiking to the Perućica primeval forest, Trnovačko Lake and Mt. Maglić, try horseback riding or the via ferrata and ZIP line. If you want it all, our 5-day Adventure Tour (€410, weekdays) combines rafting, hiking, horseback riding, ZIP line and a lake cruise.
What does it cost?
- 3-day rafting package: €150 per person, €120 on weekdays (2 nights, 5 meals, rafting, transfer to the start, taxes and insurance)
- Piva Lake cruise: €40 (1.5 h) or €55 (2 h)
- Guided Durmitor Ring tour: from €60, or on your own by car
Payment at the camp is cash only, in EUR or BAM (KM). Compare all packages on Tara River rafting packages and prices.
Practical tips
- Documents: Durmitor and Piva Lake are in Montenegro, the camp is in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Bring a valid passport or ID card and check the entry rules for your nationality.
- Money: cards are not accepted at the camp, so bring cash.
- Weather: Durmitor is cooler than the canyon even in summer, so pack a jacket. See the camp forecast on Tara weather.
- Getting here: drive times from the coast, Sarajevo and Belgrade are on how to get here. Without a car, see our transfers from Kotor, Budva and Dubrovnik.
- Timing: book July and August early; weekdays are quieter and 20% cheaper.
FAQ
How many days do I need for the Tara Canyon, Durmitor and Piva Lake?
At least three: one day for rafting the Tara Canyon, one for Durmitor and half a day for a Piva Lake cruise. With four days you can do it all without rushing.
How far is Durmitor from the camp?
Žabljak is about 75 km from Rafting Camp Eden, roughly a 1.5-hour drive through the Piva Canyon and via Plužine. Plužine and Piva Lake are about 28 km away, around 45 minutes.
Do I need a car?
Not for rafting: the transfer to the starting point is included in every package. For Durmitor and Piva Lake you can drive yourself or join our guided Durmitor Ring tour. Without a car, we organise transfers to the camp from the Montenegrin coast, Podgorica, Žabljak, Dubrovnik and Sarajevo.
How much does a weekend with rafting, Durmitor and the lake cost?
The 3-day rafting package is €150 per person (€120 on weekdays) and includes two nights, five meals and rafting. The Piva Lake cruise starts at €40 and the guided Durmitor Ring tour at €60 per person.
Which documents do I need?
Durmitor and Piva Lake are in Montenegro, while the camp is in Bosnia and Herzegovina, right at the Hum - Šćepan Polje border crossing. Bring a valid passport or ID card and check the current entry rules for your nationality before you travel.
Plan your trip with us
We are happy to put the programme together for your dates. Book online, send an inquiry through ourcontact form or emailinfo@raftingeden.comwith your dates, group size and the activities you are interested in - we reply within 24 hours. You can also message us onWhatsApp or call+381 64 266 0852 (Serbia) or+387 66 545 455 (BiH).