Bosnia & Herzegovina 🇧🇦 – Climb the highest peak in Bosnia & Herzegovina [PER REQUEST]
June 1 - September 30
Climb the highest peak in Bosnia & Herzegovina – Maglić 2,388m
Climb the highest peak in Bosnia & Herzegovina – Maglić 2,388m.
START & END DATE: This adventure is organized per request between June and September.
ADVENTURE DESCRIPTION
Experience all true, rugged colors of Bosnia & Herzegovina, from the old town of Trebinje, rare tempered rainforests called Perucica and Maglic, its highest peak.
Your adventure will start from the bottom up (as it should), visiting Trebinje city and its old parts dating from 18th century Ottoman period, moving to Perucica, rare European rainforest with a visit to Skakavac (Grasshopper) waterfall hidden in it, before climbing the highest peak this gorgeous country can offer. All with the helping hand of your guide, discussing about the history and difficult past of these magnificent places.
ADVENTURE ITINERARY
Day 01: DUBROVNIK – TREBINJE – TJENTIĹ TE. Transfer from Dubrovnik Airport to our first stop, Trebinje. We’ll explore the old city center, filled with centuries-old architecture, followed by a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. To top off the day, we’ll visit Tvrdoš Monastery for a wine tasting of their famous wines. After a warm welcome, we’ll head to our accommodation in Tjentište, where we’ll enjoy dinner and discuss the next day’s adventure.
3 hours of driving, 1-2 hour guided tour of Trebinje, organized visit to Tvrdoš Monastery winery
Day 02: TJENTIĹ TE – MAGLIĆ – TJENTIĹ TE. Early rise at 7:00 AM, breakfast at 7:30 AM, and departure by 8:00 AM to Dragoš Sedlo. Here, we’ll pause to take in the breathtaking views of the Perućica rainforest and the Skakavac waterfall. From there, we’ll continue by jeep to Prijevor, where we’ll get our first clear glimpse of today’s challenge—Maglić, the highest peak in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The ascent takes about 3 hours along a secured hiking trail, leading us to the summit of Maglić (2,386m). We’ll enjoy a well-earned break, taking in the panoramic views while refueling with a packed lunch. Afterward, we’ll descend the same route to Prijevor and return to Tjentište. In the evening, if energy allows, we’ll visit the Valley of Heroes and the Sutjeska Battle Monument (1943) before heading back for dinner and rest.
1 hour of driving, 6-7 hours of hiking
Day 03: TJENTIĹ TE – DUBROVNIK. After breakfast, we’ll pack up and transfer back to Dubrovnik Airport for your flight home.
3-4 hours of driving
Note: This itinerary and the duration of activities are subject to change due to group abilities, weather conditions, special events, etc.
ADVENTURE COSTS
Total cost: 490 EUR
Included services:
- 1-day tour of Trebinje old city
- 1-day hiking and climbing Maglić
- Organized visit to a winery
- 2 nights of accommodation in a 3* hotel in Tjentište
- All breakfasts, dinners, and packed lunches
- Local English-speaking UIAA-licensed guide
- Entrance fee to Sutjeska National Park
- Jeep ride Tjentište – Prijevor – Tjentište
- Airport transfers
- Local transfers
- Tourist taxes
Not included:
- Additional charge for a single room
- Flights to and from Dubornik
- Travel insurance
- Tips for your guide
- Drinks and snacks
- Personal outdoor gear
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I book on my own?
Sure can! A lot of people do, it’s a great way to meet like-minded people.
How big will the group be?
This trip will run with a minimum of 4 people, and a maximum of 16. Please note, if there are not 4 people booked the trip may be rearranged or cancelled.
What’s the food like?
The food is local, fresh, home-cooked and hearty. Common food items include domestic cheeses and other dairy products, dry meats, fish, freshly baked bread and pastries, and local fruits and veggies.
Can my dietary needs be accommodated?
Absolutely! Just let us know at booking.
How fit do I need to be?
A reasonable level of fitness is required for hiking, approx. ascending 700 m at a relaxed pace. You will need to be able to handle 5-6 hours of hiking in continuous pace for this adventure.
What’s the weather like?
Summer is the best season to experience Bosnia where daytime temperatures range from 22-30°C. However, at night it can get cooler, so don’t forget to still bring some layers of clothing to keep you warm! Also, during autumn days are a little bit shorter and thus colder with a higher chance of rain, so some kind of rain jacket is advised.
What should I pack?
Please bring hiking shoes and trousers, breathable t-shirts, sandals, sun protection, and warm layers for the evenings. Also bring a small backpack to carry personal items throughout the day (water, snacks, shirts to use during activities).
Or for easier viewing, here’s our check list:
- Hiking trousers
- Hiking shoes
- Breathable, quick-drying, sport clothes
- Sandals
- Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sun block)
- Warm layers for evenings
- Rain (Gore-Tex) jacket
- Backpack (30L minimum)
- Shorts
- Energy/protein bars
What flights should I book?
Start point?
You will be met at the Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) on Thursday. Your transfer will meet all flights scheduled to land by 13:00 or earlier. Your host will be in touch before the trip to finalize all details.
Finish point?
Your transport will drop you off at Dubrovnik Airport (TGD) on Sunday. You are free to book any flight departing on Sunday after 10:30. Your host will be in touch before your trip to finalize details.
You can get any flights that suit you, but make sure they fit the times above to take advantage of the included transfers. Your host will contact you before you leave to check your arrival and departure plans.
Getting there and away?
Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) is served by regular, inexpensive flights, including well-timed outbound flights on EasyJet.
Important notes
- This itinerary and the duration of the activities are subject to change due to group abilities and preferences, weather conditions and forecasts, special events, etc.
- We can’t guarantee availability of twin rooms for the duration of the tour. All rooms will, in most cases, be double, or more. Or single upon request.
- In a highly unlikely case of insufficient number of people accommodated in one of our selected hotels, dinner will be served on a basis of a predetermined menu of 2 or 3 meals.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Applicants must submit climbing resume, insurance and passport scan. Participants should comfortably hike 15-20km with 1,000m elevation gain and maintain regular aerobic exercise.
Application deadline:
- 90 days before departure
Payment terms:
- 10% deposit upon registration
- 40% due 60 days pre-departure
- 50% due 30 days pre-departure
Cancellation policy (participant):
- >60 days: 100% refund
- 30-59 days: 50% refund
- <29 days: No refund
Cancellation by organizer:
If canceled due to insufficient participants, notice will be given 45 days prior. Full refund.
CONTACT
For inquiries: info@extremesummitteam.com