As a destination holiday, Montenegro is no further behind the top places in the world. It is great for those who love nature and doing adventures- from hiking to unique natural treasures, it has so much to offer them both. But don’t worry, if you are into learning about the history, museums and historical places- then Montenegro boasts them as well! Let’s see which places you should visit and what are the things to do and keep in mind.
What are the things to do and places to visit during the Montenegro holidays?
Let’s see which are the top places that you must visit and things you must do during your Montenegro holidays:
1. River Tara:
Rafting at this river with a backdrop set in the second deepest canyon in the world, behind the Grand Canyon, will be one of the most thrilling and unique experiences for you. You can start your zipline adventure from Žabljak. This is the best place in the Montenegro holidays.
2. Skadar Lake:
It is the largest lake in the Balkans and one of the most beautiful lakes in Europe. It features so many small fishing villages and wooden handmade fishing boats. The lake is covered with reeds and water lilies. It is also home to some of the rarest birds and fish in the world. The National Park Skadar Lake has a unique flora and fauna in the climate zone of the sub-Mediterranean. Also, this is the best place in the Montenegro holidays.
3. Kotor:
You will see the beautiful mountains of Kotor here and an old road that leads to Cetinje. You can climb to see the fortress’ top. A must-visit place For Montenegro holidays
4. Durmitor:
it is known for dozens of small karst lakes that are referred to as ‘mountain eyes’.
5. Durmitor National Park:
Located in Northern Montenegro, this tourist attraction, possesses numerous hiking trails, ski trails, and glacial lakes. In 1980, this park was listed in UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites.
6. Canyoning through Nevidio:
If you are adventurous, then this one’s for you. Canyon Nevidio is a part of the river- which rises at the pedestal of Durmitor. It begins at the end of the valley which is at an altitude of 935m.
7. Lovćen:
you can find the old King of Montenegro’s tomb high up on a mountain. From Lovćen, it is said that you can see the end of Montenegro. You can also see Serbia, Bosnia, Croatia, and Albania. You should also visit the Lovćen National Park.
8. Cetinje:
This place is steeped in history and culture. During the 19th/20th centuries, it used to be the epicenter of Montenegrin culture, economy as well as politics. Cetinje, the former royal capital, has artsy and vibrant buildings which remind us of Tkalciceva street in Zagreb.
9. Ulcinj Solana birdwatching:
This place is for all the bird lovers (bird watchers) out there. The seawater saltworks of Ulcinj is an important sight, especially for ornithologists. You can find 240 species of birds including some rare species, such as pelicans, cormorants, etc.
10. Montenegro 360:
You must see the picturesque UNESCO-protected sites in the magnificent Bay of Kotor, Mount Lovćen with its historical and cultural importance and significance, fly over the second deepest canyon in the world and enjoy the green water of Tara river, and also fly over Montenegro’s many national parks.
What are the things to keep in mind before going for Montenegro Holidays?
Before going for your Montenegro holidays, there are certain things you should keep in mind:
Book the adventure tours in advance to avoid facing any issues on the spot during your Montenegro holidays.
Avoid minor scams. Seeing you as a tourist or a newcomer, some people may try to scam you especially while traveling in cabs. Mostly there are good people but do keep an eye out for such scammers.
If you are near the sea, drink from a water bottle since tap water at the seaside is not meant for drinking. You will find it drinkable in the rest of the parts of Montenegro though.
Parking, either paid or public, is quite a problem here. So you might face difficulty in getting a space for parking. You might have to pay some amount, around 10-15 euros just for getting a parking spot
Avoid those parts of the beach which have sewage pipes. Budva is the dirtiest place there.
The food there is amazing which includes street food! So don’t hesitate to try their delicious authentic food.
Conclusion
Most people come here with low expectations and then get surprised to see this small yet beautiful country. You can choose to go for Montenegro holidays if you are a nature lover, bird watcher, animal lover, adventurous person, or even if you love learning about history. Don’t be in doubt and take the first step- book your flight tickets and accommodation only at TUI: as recommended by Feedhour.
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