Sutjeska National Park Self-Guided Tour
From EUR 695
The Best of Via Dinarica, Bosnia: An seven-day Self Guided Hiking Adventure through oldest National Park in Bosnia, on Via Dinarica White line
Explore the Via Dinarica Bosnia, an area that is yet to be discovered by many hikers. On this adventure, you’ll find a playground for active travelers: Spectacular limestone peaks; glacier lakes; amazing views; colorful wildflowers; medieval villages; and gracious, welcoming culture.
Come and explore Sutjeska National Park: a stunning area located at the heart of Dinaric Alps. During your trek, you’ll ascend Maglic (2,386m) – the highest peak of Bosnia and visit Sarajevo, Bosnia’s capital city, which hosted the 1984 Winter Olympics. Sarajevo offers an ancient mix of European and Near Eastern culture and living history.
- Category
- Self-Guided
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
- Hike in the oldest National Park in Bosnia at your own pace
- Discover the most scenic part of Via Dinarica White trail in Bosnia
- Ascend the highest peak in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Maglic (2,386m)
Day 1: Sarajevo Arrival
Arrival to Sarajevo and start of your adventure.
Pension Kandilj, Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Day 2: Zelengora Mountain and Orlovacko lake Hike
Transfer to the National Park and start of the hiking at Zelengora mountain.
Moderate walk / 4-5hrs walk / 500Δh / 9Km
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner / Mountain lodge at Orlovacko lake
Day 3: Hike to Donje Bare lake & Bregoc, highest Zelengora peak (2,014m)
Day of crossing the Zelengora mountain with ascent of Bregoc, highest Zelengora peak (2,014m).
Challenging walk / 6-7hrs walk / 550Δh / 15Km
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner / Mountain lodge at Donje Bare lake
Day 4: Sutjeska Canyon crossing and Suha Valley to Prijevor Pass
Descent to Sutjeska canyon with ascent to Prijevor pass, with stunning views and overnight under Maglic mountain.
Challenging walk / 6-7hrs walk / 1000Δh / 18Km
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner / Mountain lodge at Prijevor Pass
Day 5: Ascent of Maglic Mountain (2,386m), Bosnia and Herzegovina’s highest peak
Exciting day of submitting highest Bosnian peak.
Challenging walk / 6-7hrs walk / 1000Δh / 12Km
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner / Mountain lodge at Prijevor Pass
Day 6: Transfer back to Sarajevo and Free afternoon
Morning transfer back to Sarajevo and free afternoon.
Breakfast / Pension Kandilj, Sarajevo, Bosnia
Day 7: Sarajevo Departure, transfer to Sarajevo International Airport
Depending on your departure time, you will be transferred to the Sarajevo International Airport.
Breakfast
Fact File
Period: June through October
Category: Moderate to Challenging
What is included: Transportation during entire trip with 4+1 Jeep or 8+1 MiniVan (including Airport transfers) to the starting/ending points; Luggage Transfers; Accommodation for 6 nights; Meals specified in itinerary; All fees and taxes for Sutjeska National Park; Information package including detailed route description with corresponding maps of Sutjeska National Park (scale:35 000) and directions for self-guided walks with GPS tracks for each day & VAT.
What is not included: Flights to & from Sarajevo, Bosnia; Meals not specified in itinerary; International Travel insurance; Optional tipping to leader, guides and local staff; Souvenirs and items of a personal nature (sodas, alcoholic beverages, laundry, etc.); Any items not specifically mentioned in the program.
What to bring: Hiking boots are essential, flashlight, pocket knife, sun protection including sunglasses and sun cream, one litre of water, personal hygiene kit, fleece/ jumper, rain and swimming gear, towel, change of clothes (e.g. dry socks, t-shirt, underwear and trousers) and a 30 to 40l backpack.