Guides

The Tara, explained

Practical, specific and checked against what the operator actually publishes. 16 guides so far.

Around the river

Around the riverWhat to Do in Durmitor: Rafting, Lakes, Peaks and CanyonsThings to do in Durmitor National Park around Žabljak: Tara rafting, Black Lake, Bobotov Kuk, jeep…

Choosing

ChoosingHow to Choose a Tara Rafting OperatorEight questions that separate a licensed crew from a man with a boat, and what the answers should be. ChoosingWhat "Included" Really Means on a Tara TripThe same word covers different things between operators. The usual line items, which ones vary, and what…

Getting there

Getting thereRafting the Tara from Kotor or Budva: Routes, Timing and Where to StayHow to raft the Tara if you are staying on the coast: driving routes from Kotor and Budva, why a night…

Planning

PlanningRafting the Tara vs the Neretva: Which River to ChooseTara or Neretva? Where each river is, what the rafting is like, how they compare for scenery, logistics… PlanningTara River Rafting Prices in 2026: What Each Trip CostsReal 2026 prices for Tara river rafting, trip by trip: €60 half day, €120 full day, €200–€250 two days… PlanningTara Rafting: A Complete Guide to Rafting Montenegro's Tara CanyonWhere the Tara is, which sections are rafted, what each trip costs, how to get there and how to book. A… PlanningFamily Rafting in Montenegro: Which Tara Trip Works with ChildrenRafting in Montenegro with children: the Tara family day (3 h rafting + 4 h jeep, €120), the €50 child… PlanningBest Time for Rafting on the Tara: Month by MonthWhen to raft the Tara: how snowmelt, summer heat and autumn change the river, what it means for families…

Safety

SafetyWhat to Wear for Rafting on the Tara (and What to Leave Behind)What to wear for Tara rafting: what the operator provides, what to put on underneath, footwear, glasses… SafetyIs Tara Rafting Safe? What Keeps You Safe and What to AskHow Tara rafting is kept safe: guides, equipment, water-level decisions and cancellation rules, plus the… SafetyWhat Actually Happens If You Fall OutThe swimming position, why you point your feet downstream, how the throw bag works and how long you are…

The river

The riverHow Deep Is the Tara Canyon? Facts, Figures and Where to See ItThe Tara canyon is about 1,300 m deep, the deepest river canyon in Europe. Key figures, UNESCO status… The riverNamed Rapids on the Tara: What They Are CalledThe rapid names you will hear on the Tara, which ones belong to the Brštanovica–Šćepan Polje run, and… The riverThe Splavari: Who Ran This River Before You DidFrom the late nineteenth century, timber went down the Tara and the Drina to the sawmills at Foča on log…

Where to base

Where to baseŠćepan Polje or Žabljak: Where to Sleep the Night BeforeTwo bases on opposite sides of the canyon, each suited to a different trip. What each offers and which…