Tara River Canyon rafting
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Tara River
Daily Rafting

📅 1 day 📍 Šćepan Polje, BiH/Montenegro 🌊 Class III–IV 👥 Max 12 people 🗓 April – October
18 km rafting through Europe's deepest gorge
Class III–IV named rapids with expert local guide
Emerald canyon water swims — no experience required
All equipment included (wetsuit, paddle, helmet, PFD)
Small groups, max 12 — departures April through October
18 kmDistance
MinimalElevation
1,300 mMax canyon depth
Apr – OctSeason

About this tour

The Tara River carves through the deepest canyon in Europe — deeper than the Grand Canyon in places — and this single-day rafting trip puts you right in the heart of it. Starting from Šćepan Polje on the Bosnia–Montenegro border, you'll paddle 18 km of the most spectacular stretch of the river, through Class III–IV rapids, beneath 1,300-metre canyon walls, and along water so clear and cold it takes your breath away.

This is the most popular introduction to Tara rafting — the full adrenaline experience, completed in a single day. Our experienced local guides handle all safety briefings, equipment, and lunch on the riverbank. No prior rafting experience needed.

What to expect

Morning

Arrival & safety briefing

Meet your guide at Šćepan Polje. Full safety briefing, wetsuit and equipment fitting, introduction to rafting technique. Put-in at 09:00.

Midday

Rafting the canyon

Paddle through the highlight rapids — Rajkov Kamen, Brštanovica, and the legendary Tepca gorge. Swim stops in calm sections. Riverside lunch prepared by the team.

Afternoon

Final rapids & take-out

The lower section brings more excitement before a calm finish. Take-out at Šćepan Polje by approximately 16:00. Return equipment, photos, debrief.

What's included

Certified local guide
Full safety equipment
Wetsuit & paddle
Riverside lunch
National park entry fee
Photos from the rapids
Transport to starting point
Travel insurance

Seasonal pricing

SeasonDatesPrice per person
Early seasonApril – May€75
Peak seasonJune – August€85
Late seasonSeptember – October€80

Getting to the start point

Sarajevo
2 h 15 min by car
Most common gateway, M-18 highway via Foča
Dubrovnik
3 h 30 min by car
Popular with coastal visitors, scenic drive via Trebinje
Podgorica
2 h by car
Direct route via Pljevlja
Žabljak
1 h by car
Closest major hub to Šćepan Polje

Frequently asked questions

None whatsoever. We guide beginners every week. The Class III–IV rating describes the rapid intensity, not a requirement for skills — your guide handles everything. All you need to do is follow simple paddle instructions.

12 years. Children between 12–16 must be accompanied by an adult. Younger children can join the Una River rafting tour (minimum age 10) as an alternative.

We provide full wetsuits, helmets, and personal flotation devices. Wear a swimsuit or quick-dry shorts underneath. Bring a dry change of clothes for after the river — even in summer the Tara water is cold (8–14°C).

We recommend a waterproof case or dry bag for valuables. We provide group photos from the rapids — included in the price. A GoPro mounted to your helmet is allowed with a short safety briefing.

From
€85 / person
Moderate (2/4)
Duration1 day
DifficultyModerate
Group sizeMax 12 people
Min. age12 years
SeasonApril – October
StartŠćepan Polje
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