Kayaking

Black Mountain can arrange hourly and daily kayak rentals, half day and full day guided tours in the Bay of Kotor and Skadar Lake. The kayaks are the sit-on-top type which are very stable and ideal for beginners as well as experienced paddlers. Private rentals can also be arranged for the duration of your visit (delivery fees apply if staying outside of Herceg Novi).

Life vests, paddles and dry bags are supplied as part of the rental and all tours are accompanied by experienced English speaking guides. Tours typically include a stop for a refreshment break or lunch, depending on the time of day.
 
There is a choice of the type of kayak and also double and single versions.

This is the perfect way to explore the peaceful bays and rivers of this stunning country. Families are welcome and whatever your level of experience we can guarantee you will have a lot of fun.

Black Mountain can organise transfers to and from the kayaking locations, we can also organise picnic lunches and if you wish to rent kayaks and camp overnight we can give details of suitable locations and supply a full range of camping equipment.

DAY TRIP FROM HERCEG NOVI
A day of relaxed paddling in the bay surrounding Herceg Novi. This trip takes in Rose, the submarine tunnels and Dobrec beach. Rose is a small Mediterranean fishing village with houses lined up on the front of the quay well protected from the winds. Dobrec is one of only 2 EU blue flag beaches in the Boka and is accessible only by sea. Distance 8 km. (Beginner to Advanced)

MAMULA AND MIRISTA
After an easy 2 hour paddle you arrive at the Isle of Mamula. The island has an Austro-Hungarian 19th C fort on it. Now disused you will swim and explore the island and enjoy a leisurely lunch. A short paddle after lunch to the beach Mirista and coffee and drinks at the Olive Grove Restaurant before paddling back into the sunset to Herceg Novi..

RIJEKA CRNOJEVICA TO SKADAR LAKE
Paddle downriver from the enchanting village of Rijeka Crnojevica onto the waters of Skadar Lake, the last habitat of the pelicans in Europe, the biggest bird reservation in Europe, one of the last freshwater marshes in the Mediterranean and the largest freshwater lake in Europe. This kayak journey is suitable for both beginners and accomplished paddlers. There are plenty of opportunities to stop for a swim, climb and have a snack break or just to chill out and enjoy the tranquility.

PRICES
Guided tours start from EUR 35 per person for a half day tour (not including food / drinks). Rentals from EUR 5 EUR hour for a single kayak and EUR 7 per hour for a double kayak. Rentals are available during the summer months (typically starting late April until October) from Herceg Novi and also Rijeka Crnojevica. Other locations around Montenegro can be arranged. Contact Us for other times of the year, group bookings and to pre book a tour.