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NWtraveler969
Seattle, WA328 contributions
Jun 2022
Early June, still snow on the ground. From Sedlo we felt uneasy about crossing the snowfield covering the somewhat steep scree so we went back to the car and drove on to Dobri Do just a few km down the road (but about 190m lower). The trail from Dobri Do is shorter but gains more elevation. Parking for just a handful of cars there but we were only the second car in mid morning on a Tuesday. We still encountered snowfields but they were either easily traversed or bypassed, though it made the hike take longer. We did not summit, in fact we did not quite make it to Zeleni Vir (small lake where the trail from Sedlo is joined) but it was a very fun hike and absolutely stunning scenery. We saw no one else on the trail, just some from a distance. No map was needed, the trail is quite clearly marked. Total hiking time was about 3 hours with plenty of stops including a picnic lunch.
Written June 30, 2022
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Giedre
3 contributions
Jul 2022 • Solo
I went on a hike in the begining of July as a solo traveler, but was lucky that a couple allowed to join them. It took us 7 hours round trip - I don't exercise much, just hike daily, so it was strenuous for me and I had to make short breaks. Things to take into account: hiking boots higly recommended as there are loosy rocks (especially not far from the peak) / take plenty of water as there are no water supply / path is such that you climb up, then you go trough the hilly valey down to the bottom of Bobotav kuk and then you climb all the way up to the peak / going back trough the valey was really hot. Don't forget to start early. There is a 3 eur fee, a national park worker collects it.
Written July 2, 2022
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Danny M
Melbourne, Australia24 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
Did it a while ago. Never reviewed it. Loved it. Well worth the struggle to get up. Some of the best views I have ever seen. Go check it out make sure you come prepared. Gets bit steep towards to top but one step at a time you"ll get there
Written March 5, 2020
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Art Zhiltsoff
1 contribution
Aug 2021 • Solo
I did it on August 17. Made it to the top in 2.5 hours. 2 hours back. Had 1.5 liters of water and a couple of energy bars (burnt about 1500 cal) I was wearing sneakers - it’s fine, but hiking boots might have been better — easier on ankles.
No special equipment is needed. Mostly the trip is not dangerous. But you must be somewhat fit and careful. There is a couple of parts where you have to climb grabbing a rope, but nothing serious.
Saw families with children (from like 10 y.o.) on the route.
Absolutely stunning views. Highly recommend.
No special equipment is needed. Mostly the trip is not dangerous. But you must be somewhat fit and careful. There is a couple of parts where you have to climb grabbing a rope, but nothing serious.
Saw families with children (from like 10 y.o.) on the route.
Absolutely stunning views. Highly recommend.
Written August 17, 2021
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khumbu04
Madison8 contributions
Sep 2012 • Solo
Durmitor National Park is somewhat rustic (although improving), and doesn't have the information available that lots of National Parks have for tourists. This is rural Montenego (there are still signs in Russia around the town). Although the trails can be well marked, there are signs pointing to many different trails, camps, or other spots. Some of the signs are in Russian, and/or there are spots along a route that are not well marked. If you go to the post office in town, you can buy a topo map which should help.
The Park Office was only open from 9 to 5 -- I arrived after 5 pm from Kotor, and wanted to start before 9, so I do not know if the Park office has trail maps available (the tourist information center in town did not).
Hiking to Bobotov from the Zabljek side of the park is definitely as strenuous hike, with some scrambling and steep portions. The last portion of the route is step boulder climbing with some scrambling. When you get to the saddle, there is only about 25 minutes left to the summit. This is called a scramble (climbing can't be more than 5.4 or so), but it is very exposed. Looked like there was at least one rappel station, but everyone just climbs up this with no protection (when I say everyone, I think I saw about 10 other people all day). Holds are very good and the route is well marked with red and white bullseyes. However, if you are not used to exposed climbing without a rope, it might be a little disconcerting.
This hike (up and back) took me about 9 hours. I am very fit (it's marked at 5.5 from the trailhead one way). You definitely need to allow yourself plenty of time, and the weather in the pm gets cloudy. I brought about 3 1/2 liters of water -- there are no water sources. I hiked it the first week in September, and it was very hot.
Was a fun hike. Not many people do Bobo because it is considered only for "expert climbers" by locals. Again, I think this is because the last 20 minutes or so are sort of technical and exposed.
I understand there is an easier route from another town (Sedlo). Accordingly, a lot of people ascend this route, traverse the mountain, and hike down to Zabljek (they go down the steeper side). With either route, the path to the top appears to be the same exposed scrambling.
For those of you who are active and in Croatia on holiday, I rented a car from Dubrovnik (its about a 4 hour drive to the park), and then head back to hit the Dalmatian Islands. Durmitor was a good break.
Enjoy!
The Park Office was only open from 9 to 5 -- I arrived after 5 pm from Kotor, and wanted to start before 9, so I do not know if the Park office has trail maps available (the tourist information center in town did not).
Hiking to Bobotov from the Zabljek side of the park is definitely as strenuous hike, with some scrambling and steep portions. The last portion of the route is step boulder climbing with some scrambling. When you get to the saddle, there is only about 25 minutes left to the summit. This is called a scramble (climbing can't be more than 5.4 or so), but it is very exposed. Looked like there was at least one rappel station, but everyone just climbs up this with no protection (when I say everyone, I think I saw about 10 other people all day). Holds are very good and the route is well marked with red and white bullseyes. However, if you are not used to exposed climbing without a rope, it might be a little disconcerting.
This hike (up and back) took me about 9 hours. I am very fit (it's marked at 5.5 from the trailhead one way). You definitely need to allow yourself plenty of time, and the weather in the pm gets cloudy. I brought about 3 1/2 liters of water -- there are no water sources. I hiked it the first week in September, and it was very hot.
Was a fun hike. Not many people do Bobo because it is considered only for "expert climbers" by locals. Again, I think this is because the last 20 minutes or so are sort of technical and exposed.
I understand there is an easier route from another town (Sedlo). Accordingly, a lot of people ascend this route, traverse the mountain, and hike down to Zabljek (they go down the steeper side). With either route, the path to the top appears to be the same exposed scrambling.
For those of you who are active and in Croatia on holiday, I rented a car from Dubrovnik (its about a 4 hour drive to the park), and then head back to hit the Dalmatian Islands. Durmitor was a good break.
Enjoy!
Written September 12, 2012
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Dejan D
Zabljak, Montenegro21 contributions
Sep 2016 • Couples
Bobotov kuk is 2525m high and the highest peak in Montenegro. The best hike is during summer months July and August, but September hike can be great if the weather is OK. There are 3 hiking trails leading to this peak and each of them is guaranteed adventure. First and the longest one is starting from Crno jezero (Black Lake) and it takes five and half hours hiking. Second one is from southern part of Durmitor mountain starting from passage Sadlo and takes 3 to 3 and half hike to the summit. The third and by my opinion the best one is starting from Dobri do - Sarban camp site. You can spent a night before the hike and take advantage of early morning hike to reach the summit in just two and half hours. The view from the peak is magnificent and in clear day you can see the most of the Montenegrin mountains, even those close to the sea. Also, you can see a large portion of mountain peaks in Serbia and Bosnia. The most beutiful sight is Durmitor mountain itself and astonishing canyon of Tara river. This hike offers different routes for return to Zabljak and many fresh water springs and one small lake called Zeleni vir (Green source). If you are spending some time in Durmitor area this is a must visit place. It is physically demanding but it's all worth of effort.
Written February 14, 2017
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Ma_Lot_Ko
64 contributions
Jul 2018 • Friends
First, our group was not the one who have any experience in climbing mountains (except in Slovakia with a nice and easy hiking pass).
Second, I didn’t really know what to expect from this hike, even tried to read a lot. I prepared my team mates for this hike warning them that it will not be easy. And hundreds of times told them about proper shoes and clothes (it matters).
Third, at the beginning I chose to start our hike from Zabljak but then we changed our plans when we stayed at the hut before hike. We were advised to start from Sedlo.
Fourth, I was worried about how we will know the pass not to get lost. All the way there are red dots on the rocks marking the pass, follow them and you`ll be going in the right direction.
Zabljak is a lively town where you can start your hike, people usually tell that all the hike will take 8 h.
Sedlo is a place where you need to go by car. You won`t see a town or anything like this at the place. You`ll see the parking lot with a national park worker who will take 3 Eur fee from each of you to be able to enter the park. The promise was that it takes 3 hours in one direction. For us it took much more, we are rather thin, daily do some sports activities… But many people passed us by so we are not a point where to measure the duration of your hike.
The hike itself is difficult. When you start the hike soon after you will meet first relatively challenging climb up where you need to hold the rope which is very reliable. If you can make this than most likely you will be able to do other parts of most challenging hike. Prepare yourself that there will be steep hikes up (from place to place there is the rope – don`t worry so much about going down, it takes time but it`s also feel rather comfortable). First hour and a half is relatively easy because later there is less and less pause between each steep hike.
Last, take lots of water and some snacks. We took our time with quite many breaks, the food was exceptionally tasty. 😊
In the end we were glad we took hike from Sedlo. The views were stunning, amazing, magnificent, etc. Mountains are very different from corner to corner. If you`re lucky you`ll meet mountain goat as we did.
Check the weather forecast, when we were close to finish out hike it was getting cloudy. After less than an hour we were at the Black Lake and it was heavily raining, top of the mountains was covered in clouds.
IS THIS FOR YOU? 1. You are not very scared from height/you can overcome it (my buddy time by time say that they are but they managed it without any problems). 2. You are in a relatively good shape. 3. You are patient and can manage yourself when it`s difficult. 4. When you buy insurance.
Second, I didn’t really know what to expect from this hike, even tried to read a lot. I prepared my team mates for this hike warning them that it will not be easy. And hundreds of times told them about proper shoes and clothes (it matters).
Third, at the beginning I chose to start our hike from Zabljak but then we changed our plans when we stayed at the hut before hike. We were advised to start from Sedlo.
Fourth, I was worried about how we will know the pass not to get lost. All the way there are red dots on the rocks marking the pass, follow them and you`ll be going in the right direction.
Zabljak is a lively town where you can start your hike, people usually tell that all the hike will take 8 h.
Sedlo is a place where you need to go by car. You won`t see a town or anything like this at the place. You`ll see the parking lot with a national park worker who will take 3 Eur fee from each of you to be able to enter the park. The promise was that it takes 3 hours in one direction. For us it took much more, we are rather thin, daily do some sports activities… But many people passed us by so we are not a point where to measure the duration of your hike.
The hike itself is difficult. When you start the hike soon after you will meet first relatively challenging climb up where you need to hold the rope which is very reliable. If you can make this than most likely you will be able to do other parts of most challenging hike. Prepare yourself that there will be steep hikes up (from place to place there is the rope – don`t worry so much about going down, it takes time but it`s also feel rather comfortable). First hour and a half is relatively easy because later there is less and less pause between each steep hike.
Last, take lots of water and some snacks. We took our time with quite many breaks, the food was exceptionally tasty. 😊
In the end we were glad we took hike from Sedlo. The views were stunning, amazing, magnificent, etc. Mountains are very different from corner to corner. If you`re lucky you`ll meet mountain goat as we did.
Check the weather forecast, when we were close to finish out hike it was getting cloudy. After less than an hour we were at the Black Lake and it was heavily raining, top of the mountains was covered in clouds.
IS THIS FOR YOU? 1. You are not very scared from height/you can overcome it (my buddy time by time say that they are but they managed it without any problems). 2. You are in a relatively good shape. 3. You are patient and can manage yourself when it`s difficult. 4. When you buy insurance.
Written August 19, 2018
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Damir G
Zagreb, Croatia421 contributions
Aug 2017 • Family
We knew that Durmitor mountain is beautiful but ascending Bobotov kuk was one of the most beautiful hiking we had in our life. Scenery while hiking is so breathtaking that you even do not feel that legs are tired. Whatever direction you look the views are stunning.
We took the route from Sedlo (1900m). Group of 8 people (5 adults and 3 children around 14-16 yo). We all had good mountaineering shoes or trekking running shoes and this was a good choice as people in light summer shoes had difficulties and this type of approach is just seeking for an accident so pleas have a proper equipment with you. Small backpack is enough for a 6 or 7 hours of walking to s the summit and back. Take a lot of water, something to eat and a light jacket as it can be windy and weather can change in a minute on this altitude. Reaching the summit is not a big problem. It takes about 3 hours of normal walking with stops for a rest or water. There are couple of places which are more difficult to climb and you have wire ropes on those places. Last 50 meters of climbing are technically little bit more demanding and for person who is afraid of heights it can be a problem but when you reach the summit of Bobotov kuk (2523m) you will be astonished by the beauty of the view and nature around you. Surrounding peaks, lakes, Durmitor national park are just breathtaking. Descending the mountain is always more difficult and more risky as plenty of people think that they reached the top and now it is over. You should be aware of the same places which are risky and take it step by step. Nice place just below the peak with grass and beautiful scenery is a good place to have a bigger rest and to eat some snacks or food you have before you descend the mountain to your car. On this place you can choose to come back to Sedlo (if you have car there) or to take another path and to go all the way to Žabljak and Black lake. We needed around 7 houres for the whole trip with few bigger stops just to enjoy the views.
We took the route from Sedlo (1900m). Group of 8 people (5 adults and 3 children around 14-16 yo). We all had good mountaineering shoes or trekking running shoes and this was a good choice as people in light summer shoes had difficulties and this type of approach is just seeking for an accident so pleas have a proper equipment with you. Small backpack is enough for a 6 or 7 hours of walking to s the summit and back. Take a lot of water, something to eat and a light jacket as it can be windy and weather can change in a minute on this altitude. Reaching the summit is not a big problem. It takes about 3 hours of normal walking with stops for a rest or water. There are couple of places which are more difficult to climb and you have wire ropes on those places. Last 50 meters of climbing are technically little bit more demanding and for person who is afraid of heights it can be a problem but when you reach the summit of Bobotov kuk (2523m) you will be astonished by the beauty of the view and nature around you. Surrounding peaks, lakes, Durmitor national park are just breathtaking. Descending the mountain is always more difficult and more risky as plenty of people think that they reached the top and now it is over. You should be aware of the same places which are risky and take it step by step. Nice place just below the peak with grass and beautiful scenery is a good place to have a bigger rest and to eat some snacks or food you have before you descend the mountain to your car. On this place you can choose to come back to Sedlo (if you have car there) or to take another path and to go all the way to Žabljak and Black lake. We needed around 7 houres for the whole trip with few bigger stops just to enjoy the views.
Written August 30, 2017
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Eugene Ang
Singapore, Singapore52 contributions
Aug 2015 • Solo
I did the hike to Bobatov Kuk just yesterday starting from and ending at Zabljak and it was exhausting! The stated time to get to the summit from Crno Jezero is 5.5 hours but I did it in about 4.5 hours (I tend to prefer going fast uphill). Regardless, if you are a reasonably fit individual comfortable with walking for hours (uphill and downhill), 10 hours is a good time to give yourself for the entire hike from Crno Jezero to Bobatov Kuk and then back.
The trail to Bobatov Kuk starts from a tiny bridge by an old mill near Crno Jezero (check the map at the Tourist Information Centre or buy your own for 5 euros). Don't worry about getting lost as the trail is very well-marked. You'll begin with a steady uphill climb through the forest. After that, you'll have some small descents and ascents before you reach a nice small meadow. You should be able to see Bobatov Kuk just before descending onto the meadow. After the meadow, there are a couple of small shelters: this is the site of a katun, a shelter used by shepherds in the mountains during the summer. Beer is also sold there! For those who prefer water, there is also a small spring downhill from the shelter off the trail. It might be a little hard to find it from uphill but if you continue on the path from the building that sells beer, there is a word "Vada" scribbled in red with an arrow pointing downhill on a rock on the trail itself (I don't think the word was more than 100m away from the building). See the attached photo for a picture of the spring.
From the spring, you'll have a small descent along the side of a mountain slope and from there, it is almost entirely uphill to Bobatov Kuk. As you get to the base of Bobatov Kuk, you'll be required to walk on boulders; it is not difficult, just a little tiring if you're not used to bouldering. After that, it is a very steep climb up to a pass where the trail to the summit begins. I had to use my hands at some points for this climb just because the slope is very steep, but it is nothing too difficult. There are ample places on the rocks (on the left of the slope facing upwards) to grip on and absolutely no rockclimbing skills are needed.
From the pass, just follow the trail that snakes around Bobatov Kuk that will bring you to the top. The trail here is decent with some steep slopes but nothing too scary (yet). You know you are close to the top when you see a safety cable. Follow the safety cable and before you know it, you'll soaking in the jaw-dropping panoramas around you. This final part might be a little unnerving but there is definitely enough space for you to support your feet and body without feeling like you're gonna fall off the mountain. I actually expected this part to be a lot more harrowing after reading some of the reviews here before climbing Bobatov, I myself am afraid of heights but I completed this part just fine. Just be careful and you'll be alright.
Final note on footwear: I did the entire hike in a pair of old sneakers, which was of course less than ideal. Nevertheless, I still think the hike is doable in sneakers if it has a decent grip. In case you don't have confidence in the grip of your footwear (like I did), here's an unorthodox tip: go barefoot. At the final part where the safety cable started, I opted to go barefoot for a better grip as the surfaces were a little moist and my old sneakers felt slippery there. Without my sneakers, going up was a breeze: good grip, good footing, perfect peace of mind. The rock surfaces on the final part are generally even too, so it was NOT painful or uncomfortable at all to go barefoot.
Summary and additional tips:
- Strenuous hike (10 hrs) but NO technical skills required
- Bouldering and some use of hands required
- Well-marked trail
- Bring enough water (I had 1.5 litres and refilled my water at the spring on the way back)
- Start early (the summit gets crowded in mid-day)
- Wear decent shoes with good grip
- Sign the guestbook at the summit (it is inside the metal box with stickers)
- Last but most importantly, ENJOY THE AMAZING VIEWS!
The trail to Bobatov Kuk starts from a tiny bridge by an old mill near Crno Jezero (check the map at the Tourist Information Centre or buy your own for 5 euros). Don't worry about getting lost as the trail is very well-marked. You'll begin with a steady uphill climb through the forest. After that, you'll have some small descents and ascents before you reach a nice small meadow. You should be able to see Bobatov Kuk just before descending onto the meadow. After the meadow, there are a couple of small shelters: this is the site of a katun, a shelter used by shepherds in the mountains during the summer. Beer is also sold there! For those who prefer water, there is also a small spring downhill from the shelter off the trail. It might be a little hard to find it from uphill but if you continue on the path from the building that sells beer, there is a word "Vada" scribbled in red with an arrow pointing downhill on a rock on the trail itself (I don't think the word was more than 100m away from the building). See the attached photo for a picture of the spring.
From the spring, you'll have a small descent along the side of a mountain slope and from there, it is almost entirely uphill to Bobatov Kuk. As you get to the base of Bobatov Kuk, you'll be required to walk on boulders; it is not difficult, just a little tiring if you're not used to bouldering. After that, it is a very steep climb up to a pass where the trail to the summit begins. I had to use my hands at some points for this climb just because the slope is very steep, but it is nothing too difficult. There are ample places on the rocks (on the left of the slope facing upwards) to grip on and absolutely no rockclimbing skills are needed.
From the pass, just follow the trail that snakes around Bobatov Kuk that will bring you to the top. The trail here is decent with some steep slopes but nothing too scary (yet). You know you are close to the top when you see a safety cable. Follow the safety cable and before you know it, you'll soaking in the jaw-dropping panoramas around you. This final part might be a little unnerving but there is definitely enough space for you to support your feet and body without feeling like you're gonna fall off the mountain. I actually expected this part to be a lot more harrowing after reading some of the reviews here before climbing Bobatov, I myself am afraid of heights but I completed this part just fine. Just be careful and you'll be alright.
Final note on footwear: I did the entire hike in a pair of old sneakers, which was of course less than ideal. Nevertheless, I still think the hike is doable in sneakers if it has a decent grip. In case you don't have confidence in the grip of your footwear (like I did), here's an unorthodox tip: go barefoot. At the final part where the safety cable started, I opted to go barefoot for a better grip as the surfaces were a little moist and my old sneakers felt slippery there. Without my sneakers, going up was a breeze: good grip, good footing, perfect peace of mind. The rock surfaces on the final part are generally even too, so it was NOT painful or uncomfortable at all to go barefoot.
Summary and additional tips:
- Strenuous hike (10 hrs) but NO technical skills required
- Bouldering and some use of hands required
- Well-marked trail
- Bring enough water (I had 1.5 litres and refilled my water at the spring on the way back)
- Start early (the summit gets crowded in mid-day)
- Wear decent shoes with good grip
- Sign the guestbook at the summit (it is inside the metal box with stickers)
- Last but most importantly, ENJOY THE AMAZING VIEWS!
Written August 19, 2015
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Irina A
Romania198 contributions
Jun 2018 • Couples
Me and my boyfriend went on hiking the Bobotov Kuk on 6-th of June. We were staying in Zabljak and took a taxi to Sedlo to start the ascending from there, and went down the mountain on the other way, to Black Lake and Ivan Do, so we can walk from there to Zabljak.
We didn't expect to be be still so much snow on the path on early June, so we didn't take crampons with us. Nobody told us and we didn't read anywhere that is so risky to climb or even descend on the other way to Ivan Do. This track should be closed until July, for the tourists safety. Or at least the administrator who collect the fee for the National Park should search the equipment of the climbers. I couldn't believe how many were trying to ascend this difficult mountain without proper shoes, not speaking of crampons...
I believe we were lucky to be alive after 4 hours ascending (with short breaks for water and lunch) and then another terrible 5,5 hours descending on the other side of the mountain, hoping ot was easier. It waa a horror movie. The snow was everywhere and was covering the most steepest slopes and we could skip that. We vere very scared but after very hard 5 hours and a half, we made it to the lakes. We were so happy we were safe and sounds. Couldn't believe how dangerous it was...
I would never do it again, or at least not before July so the snow can melt and make the trail a little more accessible. But anyway, it is a medium-hard path so you must be in a very good condition to climb this peak and mandatory wear special mountain shoes! The views are incredibly beautiful and worth the effort aa long as they don't cost your health or life...
Be aware that there is no water on the way up, but on the way down to the lakes / Ivan Do you might find some watter or beer in the Durmitor Camp, where an old man sells it for 1-2 euros. Also, be sure that you don't miss the marks, because it happened to us few times.
We didn't expect to be be still so much snow on the path on early June, so we didn't take crampons with us. Nobody told us and we didn't read anywhere that is so risky to climb or even descend on the other way to Ivan Do. This track should be closed until July, for the tourists safety. Or at least the administrator who collect the fee for the National Park should search the equipment of the climbers. I couldn't believe how many were trying to ascend this difficult mountain without proper shoes, not speaking of crampons...
I believe we were lucky to be alive after 4 hours ascending (with short breaks for water and lunch) and then another terrible 5,5 hours descending on the other side of the mountain, hoping ot was easier. It waa a horror movie. The snow was everywhere and was covering the most steepest slopes and we could skip that. We vere very scared but after very hard 5 hours and a half, we made it to the lakes. We were so happy we were safe and sounds. Couldn't believe how dangerous it was...
I would never do it again, or at least not before July so the snow can melt and make the trail a little more accessible. But anyway, it is a medium-hard path so you must be in a very good condition to climb this peak and mandatory wear special mountain shoes! The views are incredibly beautiful and worth the effort aa long as they don't cost your health or life...
Be aware that there is no water on the way up, but on the way down to the lakes / Ivan Do you might find some watter or beer in the Durmitor Camp, where an old man sells it for 1-2 euros. Also, be sure that you don't miss the marks, because it happened to us few times.
Written June 9, 2018
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Marius
Helsinki, Finland3 contributions
Hi! Im visiting Montenegro this year in late april or early may. Is It allowed to hike/climb bobotov kuk then? I have previous experience in alpine climbing so snowy/icy conditions are not a problem.
Arnita B
5 contributions
Hi, can anyone suggest safe and easy attractions for a solo traveller?
I am interesed in an easy hike to the lake or some mountains and also would love to try ZipLine but as far as I know it is not easy to get there? Will be there for 2 days.
Ma_Lot_Ko
64 contributions
I woudl suggest to try zipping. We made it and it seemed safe. Even my buddy who is scared from hight made it.
You can try to start your way from Zabljak, route to Bobotov Kuk will start from Black lake (or go around this lake, I heard that it has some waterfalls as well), after froest and than climb up, so you can stop any moment you don't feel secure anymore. On our way from Sedlo we saw many solo hikers and many people passed us so in some situation you might have people around you. To feel even more secure warn your host/hotel that you plan your hike and time you plan to spend there.
Witam, wybieram się z rodziną i znajomymi na wakacje do Czarnogóry między innymi do miejscowości Żabljak , tam chcielibyśmy wejść na szczyt
Bobotov Kuk i potrzebuję jakiegoś przewodnika tam na miejscu aby nas poprowadził , czy macie namiary na kogoś ???
Merili R
Murmansk, Russia
I'm visiting Montenegro in January. Is it possible to go hiking that time of the year?
Mariolana
Belgrade, Serbia106 contributions
You have to be in very good condition. Also, please inform local guiding/ rescuing team as it may be extremely foggy. Fog may cover entire road in a minute. All hiking until the top is on the main road. Only when you go at the top, you may hike on the ground-that also may be covered by ice. The main problem for hiking is fog. Good area for hiking at Zabljak in that time may be around Zminje Lake and on that side of the Zabljak,,, also in the way of the restaurant Momcilov Grad. Not recommended to go alone. Bears already came close to the houses in that area.
Mihaela C
1 contribution
Hi! Is possible hiking in Diciembre un this area?
Thank you
Christian H
Leonding, Austria447 contributions
sorry, I think its to late now. in Decembre I am sure they have huge amounts of snow (up to 3 or 4 metres we heard. hiking with snowshoes is for sure possible
YvaineKong
Singapore, Singapore25 contributions
Hi, I am going here in September. Bobotov Kuk or Prutas peak, which one would you recommend?
Dejan D
Zabljak, Montenegro21 contributions
Bobotov kuk is better choice, but Prutas is also another reason to see Durmitor
smudgeBristol_UK
Wraxall, UK82 contributions
Hello,
We are visiting Montenegro this July and would love to do some hiking in the Mountains, like you, did you use a guide/company ? if so, which one ?
Thank you
Ali
Samer H
Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina113 contributions
I generally hike on my own, since I do work as a mountain guide for a local company from Sarajevo, Bosnia called Green Visions.
If you need any help or guiding assistance, let me know.
Greetings.
Britt J
Buderim, Australia15 contributions
We are hoping to hike bobotov at end of April...anyone have insight into this??
Samer H
Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina113 contributions
Hi there.
End of April is too early for regular hiking. Too much snow and without ice axe and crampons, don't even try... Good luck.
Andrei T
Bucharest, Romania2 contributions
Any chance for good weather to hike this at the end of September ? (Experienced hiker, some rains and fog will probably be ok) Thanks.
Kate P
Berlin, Germany15 contributions
Are there any organised guides offered-
ie a package with pick up- maybe lunch included.
We are a family of four with two Teenagers
16 & 17 and all want to do this hike.
Samer H
Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina113 contributions
Hello Kate.
For any kind of hiking activities in the area, feel free to contact company called Green Visions based in Sarajevo, but they organize tours through out the whole Balkan region, including Montenegro.
You can check the here on TripAdvisor.
Greetings from Sarajevo.
Bobotov Kuk (Zabljak) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Bobotov Kuk
- We recommend booking Bobotov Kuk tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 3 Bobotov Kuk tours on Tripadvisor
- Hotels near Bobotov Kuk:
- (4.23 mi) Hotel Soa
- (4.65 mi) Zabljak City Center Apartments
- (4.86 mi) Hostel Hikers Den
- (1.85 mi) Cottage Borje
- (1.85 mi) Durmitor Bungalows
- Restaurants near Bobotov Kuk:
- (4.23 mi) Hotel Soa Restaurant
- (4.70 mi) Restaurant Oro
- (1.85 mi) Durmitor Inn
- (3.43 mi) Restoran Koliba
- (4.65 mi) Konoba Luna