Half a day or less
- Black Lake (Crno jezero). The best-known of Durmitor's glacial lakes, a short walk or drive from Žabljak, with a path around the shore.
- Đurđevića Tara bridge. The 1940 arch bridge over the canyon, about 170 metres above the river. There is a zip line beside it; the operator lists €45 for a 740-metre cable.
- Jeep safari, Tara canyon. About 2.5 hours, €60, to viewpoints over the canyon, the monastery of St Archangel and the Ljutica spring, for two to eight people per vehicle.
- Horse riding on Durmitor with certified instructors, €40.
A full day
- Tara rafting. From €60 for 14 km to €120 for the 36 km full day through the deepest part of the canyon.
- Bobotov Kuk. At 2,523 metres the highest peak in the massif; a long day's hike for fit walkers in good weather.
- Nevidio canyoning. A full day in the narrow Nevidio canyon of the Komarnica river, with specialist gear and guides, €120.
- Jeep safari, Ring of Durmitor. Four to five hours around the massif via high passes and the Sušica canyon.
Two days or more
The two-day rafting trips with a night at camp Brštanovica are the way to spend more time in the canyon itself. Combined with a day for Black Lake and a hike, three nights in Žabljak is a comfortable plan.
Where to stay
Žabljak is the base: shops, restaurants, and most accommodation, plus the rafting operator's office. For the trade-offs between sleeping in Žabljak and down by the river at Šćepan Polje, see where to sleep the night before.
Winter
In winter Durmitor becomes a ski area, with the Savin Kuk slopes near Žabljak. Rafting is a warm-season activity; ask the operator about dates.
Questions and answers
What is Durmitor known for?
Its national park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1980, with glacial lakes such as Black Lake, peaks up to Bobotov Kuk at 2,523 m, and the Tara canyon.
How many days do you need in Durmitor?
Two to three days lets you raft the Tara, see Black Lake and do one more activity such as a hike or a jeep safari.
Can you raft the Tara from Žabljak?
Yes. The operator listed here starts its trips from Žabljak and offers pickup from accommodation.