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Sutjeska National Park Hiking (the Yosemite of the Balkans) – Full Day Tour from Sarajevo

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31581
12 Hours
Availability : May to October
Sarajevo (BIH)
Sarajevo (BIH)
Min Age : 5
Max People : 8 persons
Tour Overview

Nestled in East Bosnia near the Montenegrin border, Sutjeska National Park, known as the “Yosemite of the Balkans,” is a dream destination for nature lovers, whether you’re seeking adventure or simply wish to explore at a relaxed pace.

Sutjeska National Park Tjentiste Memorial for the WW2 Battle for Sutjeska
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Home to Bosnia’s highest peak, Maglić Mountain (2,386m), and the stunning heart-shaped Trnovačko Lake, this park offers an unparalleled glimpse of untouched wilderness. It also boasts Perućica, Europe’s last rainforest, and the spectacular Tara River Canyon, creating an unforgettable natural experience.

Our carefully designed full-day itinerary caters to those with medium to high fitness levels, showcasing the park’s highlights in one immersive adventure. Whether hiking to breathtaking views, marveling at pristine forests, or exploring glacial lakes, this tour delivers a rich connection with nature that will leave a lasting impression.

Don’t miss the chance to experience one of the Balkans’ most stunning regions in just one day!

Highlights

  • Explore the oldest National Park in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sutjeska, on a full-day hiking adventure.
  • Hike through dense forests and vibrant valleys adorned with wildflowers, immersing yourself in untouched natural beauty.
  • Marvel at the breathtaking Skakavac Waterfall, plunging 73 meters, and the ancient Perućica Rainforest, one of Europe’s last primeval forests.
  • Discover the emerald waters of the heart-shaped Trnovačko Lake, nestled within a spectacular amphitheater of towering peaks, including Maglić, Volujak, and Trnovački Durmitor.
  • Savor a delicious picnic lunch by the lake, rejuvenating with fresh mountain air and serene surroundings.
  • Visit Tjentište, home to the WW2 Sutjeska Battle Memorial, and delve into the rise and fall of Yugoslavia’s history.

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Important Notice

Region of Sutjeska National Park is completely safe from any perspective of mines. Sarajevo Funky Tours will NEVER conduct trips to any areas in Bosnia and Herzegovina having ANY risk at all from perspective of mines.

Safety of our guests and ourselves, is our most important priority.

What's Included

INCLUDED
  • English speaking local-expert guide and driver.
  • Picnic lunch at Trnovacko lake. Vegetarian options available.
  • Free of charge pickup.
  • All tour transfers are provided by Funky Tours.
  • No hidden costs. VAT 17% included in the price. Cancel 1 day prior for full refund or change dates anytime.
  • Tour is available from March to November.
  • Pay safely online with a credit card. We accept payments for all types of credit cards.
NOT INCLUDED
  • Personal travel insurance is not included. Please buy it at home country.
  • Tips are not included in the tour costs. If you receive excellent service, please consider tipping.
  • All tours are shared, unless specifically booked as private.

Departure Times & Starting Points

Departure Times Daily at 7 AM.
Pickup Locations If you are staying in the old town of Sarajevo meet us at our office. If you are bit away from us, please let us know and we can organise advance pickup.

Technical Specifications

  • Tour Class: Medium
  • Walking Distance: 9 km
  • Starting Altitude: 1662m
  • Ending Altitude: 1517m
    • Trnovačko Lake is on the lower altitude then our starting point at Prijevor, and for return we will go back to Prijevor at 1668 masl. as this is round trip.
  • Altitude Gain: 450m
    • From Prijevor we descend initially -300 and go up for +150m to reach Trnovacko lake, and on the way back, as this is circular tour, we descend -150m and go up for +300m.

Itinerary

Activity Note: The tour is adapted to all ages and is not physically demanding. Due to the distance of the  locations, we use vehicles during the tour to get to the starting hiking point, but the rest of the tour is done on foot through beautiful wilderness of Sutjeska National Park. 

Meet & Greet

Meet our team at the office or your preferred pickup location. This tour will begin with transfer from Sarajevo to Tjentište, via Eastern Bosnia regions. Your guide is knowledgeable adventurer who will introduce you to the story of the WWII and show you all of the beautiful natural surroundings of Sutjeska National Park that will definitely leave you breathless.

Prijevor

As soon as we depart from Sarajevo ride will take us toward eastern, beautiful and very mountainous parts of Bosnia and Herzegovina, towards regions of Foča and Tjentište. After roughly 2 hours ride we shall arrive to Tjentište which is our first entrance point to the National Park Sutjeska.

Tjentište is famous WW2 Sutjeska Battle memorial, very meaningful for the general story of Yugoslavia, which is surely unmissable topic to anyone travelling Balkans, and the topic we’ll be discussing a lot during this two days program. The last 45 min of the ride will take us up the gravel road (cca 17 km) through the heart of Sutjeska’s National Park untouched nature regions, where we will reach start point of our hiking trail, spot called Prijevor at 1668 m.a.s.l. From there we shall have stunning views over the three mountains of Maglić, Zelengora and Volujak.

On the way to Prijevor, we will make short stop at one of the amazing viewpoints to observe Skakavac waterfall at Perućica primeval forrest (one of the last ones preserved in Europe).

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Trnovačko Lake

At Prijevor, we shall leave our transportation and start 2.30 hour medium hike, which will take us through very beautiful regions of the national park and its amazing nature, where finally around lunch time.

Trnovačko lake is nested underneath the mountain Maglić which is Bosnian highest mountain peak, bordering Bosnia and Montenegro. Trnovačko lake is actually located in Montenegro, but is only accessible as a hiking trail from Bosnian side, through Sutjeska National Park.

Sarajevo War Tunnel was dug in July 1993 and used to be main supply route to Sarajevo during the Siege

Once at the lake, you will be given free time to explore the lake, while your guides will take time to prepare lunch. During the hot summer months lake is perfect for swimming too.

After the delicious lunch and free time on your own to explore the region, we shall start our hike back. Again after some three hours we shall arrive to Prijevor, and then will take ride back to Tjentište.

Sarajevo War Tunnel was dug in July 1993 and used to be main supply route to Sarajevo during the Siege

Tjentište WW2 Memorial

The last stop before return to Sarajevo would be “Battle of Sutjeska” WW2 memorial at Tjentište. It commemorates the fighters and fallen soldiers of the Battle of the Sutjeska, which took place from May 15th to June 16th, 1943.

We shall learn some glorious WW2 stories and admire to Tito’s partisans efforts to keep these regions of Yugoslavia and Bosnia free from Nazi-Ustase-Chetniks occupation.

Sarajevo Cable Car

Return to Sarajevo should be around 8.30 pm.

What to Bring

What Do I Need to Bring?

  • Comfortable hiking boots or thick bottom sport sneakers
  • 1 l water
  • Sun cream, hat, swimsuit and towel (summer time)
  • Rain jacket (in case of rain)
  • 2 spare t-shirts to change
  • Light-weight, breathable walking shirts and trousers
  • Mosquito spray if you are sensitive to mosquito bites
  • A small backpack to carry personal items (water, snacks, shirts to use during activities)

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Trip Photos

Sutjeska National Park - Skakavac Waterfall
Sutjeska National Park – Skakavac Waterfall
Hiking trail at Sutjeska National Park - Bosnia and Herzegovina
Hiking trail at Sutjeska National Park – Bosnia and Herzegovina
Tjentiste Memorial - Sutjeska National Park - Bosnia and Herzegovina
Tjentiste Memorial – Sutjeska National Park – Bosnia and Herzegovina
Camping at Sutjeska National Park - Bosnia and Herzegovina
Camping at Sutjeska National Park – Bosnia and Herzegovina
Maglic Mountain - Highest peak of Bosnia and Herzegovina - Sutjeska National Park
Maglic Mountain – Highest peak of Bosnia and Herzegovina – Sutjeska National Park
Trnovacko Lake at Sutjeska National Park - Bosnia and Herzegovina
Trnovacko Lake at Sutjeska National Park – Bosnia and Herzegovina
Trnovacko Lake at Sutjeska National Park between Bosnia and Montenegro
Trnovacko Lake at Sutjeska National Park between Bosnia and Montenegro

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. How can I see Sutjeska National Park if I don’t want to do any hiking?
    Easily, just book this as private tour, and we shall organize SUV transfer to the park so you can explore it in very relaxed pace.
  2. Is this tour for me?
    This is an easy to moderate hiking tour which requires normal aerobic fitness; muscular strength and endurance and is for anyone who is into a bit of challenge.
  3. I would like to join this tour but I do not have the necessary hiking equipment.
    In case you have decided to join our hiking tour but forgot to pack your hiking boots or some other relevant part of hiking equipment you might be worried about, feel free to contact our team and we will do our best to provide the necessities. 
  4. Is lunch included in costs?
    Yes, costs include picnic lunch. Please inform us in case of any dietary restrictions.
  5. Can I join this tour other than from Sarajevo?
    In case you are staying outside the city of Sarajevo please feel free to contact us so we could find the best way for you to join us.
  6. Can I book as a solo traveller?
    Yes you can. Significant number of our fellow travelers are solo.
  7. How much should I tip?
    Tips are not included in the tour costs, nor they are heavily expected in Bosnian culture. However when you receive excellent service, we recommend tipping.
  8. How much in advance do I need to book this tour?
    It is recommended to book at least 15 days in advance but our team will go above and beyond to confirm the trips even 24h before the supposed departure.
  9. Can I pay for the tour with credit card?
    Yes, we accept VISA and Maestro. Please note that, in case you would like to make a credit card payment, you will need to do it at our office or by prepayment via credit card authorisation form. Our guides can NOT accept credit cards. 
  10. Which currency is accepted for cash payment?
    We are fans of our local currency (BAM), but you can also pay in EUR, HRK, USD, GBP or even combined.
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Kuan Haw Ng

Solo Traveller

Did the Sutjeska National Park Hiking day tour on 28 October 2025. Overall experience was amazing.

Did the booking online a week before the date, and got a prompt response from them. The staff (Amela) was friendly and helpful. Group tour was initially not confirmed as there was only one sign-up (me). Nevertheless, I was offered several alternatives in case the tour doesn’t go on, including a private tour which I didn’t mind paying for. Eventually, they got another sign-up so I went in a group tour of just 2 people and I only had to pay the group price. This demonstrates their ethics and honesty – they could have profited much more if they went ahead with my private tour which would cost more than the price of 2 people in a group tour.

The trip itself went smoothly too. The guide (couldn’t remember his name unfortunately) was friendly, informative and experienced. I truly enjoyed the trip. The vehicle (8-seater) was also comfortable.

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November 28, 2025

Nick Hardwick

Couple Traveller

Did a number of tours with Funky Tours in Bosnia in September

Cant recommend them highly enough. Excellent local guides and drivers were very well organised and considerate and took us to beautiful and fascinating places well off the normal tourist trail. As local guides they provided very clear and empathetic explantaions of the history and current situation of the places we were visiting

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November 7, 2025

Debby Nguyen

Solo Traveller

Ema was an amazing guide!

She is friendly, knowledgeable, and gives you insight into Bosnia that made my trip memorable. Shout out to the drivers as well, they were very skilled at navigating narrow Sarajevo streets 🙂

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September 10, 2025

Katy L

Couple Traveller

Multi activity week long trip with Robert.

Week long accompanied trip with Robert. Daily activities including rafting, pottery, hiking, canoeing and river hiking.

Fabulous from start to finish. Very well executed, organised and fun.

Robert was extremely knowledgeable, witty and made sure everything ran very smoothly.

Enver our driver was also brilliant and so polite and helpful. Our accommodations were great and the food included was outstanding and a definite highlight. We now love love love Bosnian coffee!

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July 6, 2025

Mättu

Solo Traveller

Wonderful hike!

Very nice spring hike with Robert and Irfan, two young and dedicated guides with a lot of enthusiasm for nature.

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May 4, 2025
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