Top 7 Off-Road Safaris in Bosnia

1.Neretva kayak safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $26Our pick

Set out from Glogošnica near Jablanica with Haris and the Visit Jablanica team. You receive a kayak, paddle, life jacket, and waterproof bag, then paddle at your own pace through the Neretva canyon toward Grabovicko Lake. The route takes about three hours round trip, with a beach, swimming, a riverside café, and mountain views along the way.

“Das Team von Netetva Kajak Safari ist sehr zuvorkommend. Ich hatte falsch gebucht und es erst an dem Tag der Buchung festgestellt. Mit einer SMS konnte ich das Dilemma klären und unsere Tour auf den nächsten Tag umbuchen. Wir mussten nichts dazu zahlen oder eine neue Tour buchen. Es gab überhaupt keine Komplilationen. Stattdessen wurden wir am nächsten Tag mit einem freundlichen Herzlich Willkommen begrüsst. Die Tour an sich war anstrengend, aber Atemberaubend. Mein Mann und ich können sie wärmstens weiter empfehlen!”

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2.Safari kayak adventure w BBQ & Beer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $52

From central Mostar, guide Alem takes you to the peaceful Bunica River for an easy kayak trip through clear water and quiet woodland. You will visit the river’s spring, walk briefly through chilly water, then return to a riverside camp for grilled meat, vegetables, salad, dessert, coffee, juice, and beer. No kayaking experience is needed.

“An amazing trip. The setting is so beautiful and we felt like we had the river all to ourselves. Alem cooked up an amazing Bosnian lunch using local ingredients and fresh mint from the river. It was so delicious. He shared so much local knowledge about the area and they were both lovely people to chat to. I would highly recommend to anyone visiting Mostar or the surrounding area…especially on a hot day it’s the perfect way to cool down. If I ever come back I would also love to stay in the treehouses on their site.”

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3.Neretva kayak canoe safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $26

Paddle an unguided kayak through Grabovicko Lake and the Neretva canyon near Mostar. You get a kayak, paddle, life jacket, and waterproof bag, then follow the river for about 90 minutes to a quiet beach beneath Prenj and Čvrsnica. Swim in the cold river, picnic, and paddle back at your own pace.

“Absolutely amazing! The whole place was stunningly beautiful and so much fun! The guy was so friendly and nice and told us all about the local scenery. They also had a really friendly dog and kitten. The whole tour was just breathtaking! And you could have the kayak for as long as you want.”

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4.Three day Tara River Rafting and Jeep Safari Durmitor Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $290

Trade Sarajevo for Montenegro’s Tara Canyon and Durmitor National Park on a three-day outdoor trip. You’ll stay two nights at TaraSport camp, raft for about four hours with professional guides, and spend three hours on a jeep safari. Transport, gear, insurance, breakfast, and Wi-Fi are included, while park fees, drinks, and some meals cost extra.

“We had great time with TaraSpoet team, thanks for everything. Strongly recommend very professional guides and host.”

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5.Jeep safari Lukomir

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $79

This full-day Jeep tour takes you from Visit Konjic across Bjelasnica Mountain to Lukomir, Bosnia’s highest populated village. Expect rough mountain tracks, wide views, old stećci tombstones, local homes, handmade crafts, and a traditional Bosnian lunch. Guides including Jelle and Sanjin help bring the area and its customs to life.

“The tour was very informative and nicely paced! Views were stunning and lunch in the village was delicious. Our tour guide Jelle was very friendly and accommodating to us. Highlight of the trip was riding on top of the jeep with full views of the mountain terrain. Highly recommend!”

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6.Private Full Day Safari Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $78

Spend about eight hours exploring Zelengora by private vehicle, with stops at Orlovačko Lake and Jugovo Lake, relaxed walks, photo time, and lunch at a hunters lodge. Guide Miljan has been praised for adapting the day to each group. The tour begins and ends at Hotel Moskva in Kalinovik and is offered in English.

“Genuine sightseeing and wild life experience. Hosts were terrific, splendid sights, family atmosphere the whole trip. Lots to see. Good commodities and travel.”

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7.6 Day Tour – Trekking, Rafting, Jeep safari and Canyoning

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · from $687

Spend six active days based at Outdoor Resort TaraSport near Hum. Raft 22 km through 23 rapids, cross into Montenegro on foot to heart-shaped Trnovačko Lake, canyon Hrčavka, and explore Perućica by jeep. Guides, equipment, transport, insurance, five nights, and most meals are included.

“Great place to rest and have fun with nice staff.”

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