Žabljak Municipality, Montenegro
Hiking in Durmitor National Park:
Hike 1: Mt Prutaš hike
This is inarguably one of the most beautiful and rewarding hikes in Durmitor, with grassy ridgelines, flower-filled meadows, and sweeping views across the valley to Bobotov Kuk (the highest peak in the region). But what really makes this hike unforgettable is the otherworldly geology— you’ll pass towering cliffs etched with dramatic ripple-like folds, where layers of limestone have been pushed and twisted into massive waves, revealing the park’s ancient tectonic history.
The climb itself is moderate but steady, with most of the elevation gain packed into the second half. It’s far less trafficked than Bobotov Kuk, making it a peaceful and scenic half-day hike and the perfect introduction to Durmitor National Park.
Trailhead: Dobri Do/Šarban (parking for southern approach)
Distance: 9km return
Elevation gain/loss: 750m
Time needed: 4-5hrs return
Hike 2: Bobotov Kuk hike
Rising to 2,523m, Bobotov Kuk is the tallest peak in Durmitor and the most iconic summit in the park. The trail begins with a steady climb through alpine meadows before transitioning into rocky switchbacks and a fun, final scramble to the summit. While it’s steep in sections, the route isn’t technical, and the payoff is spectacular: sweeping views across the Durmitor range and deep into the surrounding valleys.
Along the way, keep your eyes peeled for chamois darting across the ridgelines— these nimble, goat-like antelope are native to the Balkans and a thrilling sight to catch mid-hike!
Trailhead: Sedlo Pass parking
Distance: 10km return
Elevation gain/loss: 950m
Time needed: 5-6hrs
BIODRAGSKO NATIONAL PARK & TARA RIVER BRIDGE!!!!!!!!
Maganik, Montenegro
Hiking Trešteni Vrh
On Day 8, head deep into the Maganik range to summit Trešteni Vrh, one of the region’s most rugged and visually striking peaks. Thanks to the combination of remote alpine scenery, fun scrambling, and utter lack of people, this was a true hidden gem, but it’s also one of the least documented areas we visited on the road trip— there’s no marked trail, no signage, and almost no information available online about this route.
If time and energy allow, you can also make a loop that includes Međeđi Vrh, the highest peak in the range— we didn’t do this because I was already pushing my knee to the max (less than 3 months after surgery), but our guide recommended it highly!
Trailhead: Planinarski dom “Djatlo”
Distance: 10km
Elevation gain/loss: 800m
Time needed: 6-7hrs