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🌎  Montenegro 🇲🇪

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📍  Tara River Canyon

✈️  Podgorica Airport / Podgorica Golubovci Airbase (TGD)

🚗  149.7 KM

⏱️  3 hours, 6 minutes

Tara River Canyon, located within Montenegro's UNESCO-listed Durmitor National Park, is Europe's deepest canyon, renowned for its pristine river and dramatic scenery. It is primarily accessible by car, with activities like rafting typically starting from Šćepan Polje or Splavište, and a thrilling zip-line available at the iconic Đurđevića Tara Bridge. While scenic drives and short walks can be enjoyed solo, adventure activities like rafting are always guided (costing approximately €50-€150 per person), and guided hikes are recommended for longer trails. The canyon is best visited from April to October for rafting and hiking, with spring offering high waters for thrill-seekers and summer providing calmer conditions for families; winter access is challenging due to snow. A typical visit can range from a few hours for bridge views and zip-lining (€20-€30) to a full day for rafting, or 2-3 days to explore more extensively, including the surrounding national park (entrance fee ~€3-€5). Visitors should book tours in advance during peak season, dress in layers, and be prepared for the cool mountain climate.