Podgorica: Ostrog, Niagara, and Skadar Lake Private Tour

Ostrog Monastery and Skadar Lake Tour from Podgorica

This tour suits visitors interested in Montenegrin history, nature, and religious landmarks near Podgorica, including Ostrog Monastery and Skadar Lake National Park.

Highlights

• Visit Ostrog Monastery, one of the most famous Orthodox monasteries in the world
• Explore Podgorica's Niagara Waterfalls and the Cijevna River Canyon
• Experience both natural landscapes and historical sites
• Optional 1-hour boat tour on Skadar Lake National Park

Description

This small group or private tour offers several booking options with limited daily departures.

The tour begins at Podgorica's Niagara Waterfalls, a smaller waterfall named after Canada’s Niagara Falls. Nearby you will see the Cijevna River Canyon, historically significant as the former border between Montenegro and the Ottoman Empire until 1912. The waterfall is a popular spot for cooling off during summer.

Next, travel to the upper part of Ostrog Monastery, carved into a vertical cliff and a major pilgrimage site housing the relics of Saint Basil of Ostrog. The monastery complex includes a church, classrooms, and a high stone fence, attracting visitors since at least 1810 when it was described by a French commander.

Believers receive holy water and oil at the Upper Monastery. Visitors then return to the starting point at the end of the tour.

Optional tour variations include:

• Ostrog Monastery upper part, Niagara Waterfalls (if active), and a 1-hour boat tour from Virpazar on Skadar Lake National Park. Note that the waterfalls may dry up in July and this stop could be unavailable.
• Visit both the Upper and Lower parts of Ostrog Monastery. The Lower Monastery features a 19th-century church and monastic gardens.

To avoid crowds, especially in peak season, avoid booking on Sundays.

Includes

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Private or small group tour (up to 6 participants)
• Ostrog Monastery entry (both upper and lower parts depending on the option)
• 1-hour Skadar Lake boat ride (if selected)

Excludes

• National park entry fees, paid on-site

Important Information

• Visitors must wear clothing covering shoulders and knees to enter the monastery.
• Contact via WhatsApp messages and calls are welcome. When dialing, sometimes add 0 before the number 6.
• Waterfalls may dry up during summer. If so, the itinerary may change with prior notice or alternatives provided on tour day.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.

We recommend booking in advance and bringing comfortable shoes, sun protection, and modest clothing. The best time to visit is outside peak summer months for a less crowded experience.