From Sarajevo: Full-Day Hike to Lukomir Village

4.9
(60 reviews)
Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

7 to 9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Step beyond the usual cities and discover Lukomir, the last traditional Bosnian nomad village, where life still follows customs passed down for centuries. Located at 1,495 meters above sea level, it is the highest inhabited village in Bosnia and Herzegovina, surrounded by stunning mountain scenery and views over the Rakitnica Canyon.

On the way, you will pass through the peaceful village of Umoljani and see Studeni Potok, a unique stream that curves through the landscape like a snake. In Lukomir, you will enjoy a homemade lunch with a local family, tasting authentic traditional dishes, including vegetarian options.

In winter, if possible, the experience becomes even more special with a snowshoeing adventure through the snowy mountains. This tour is not only about nature, but about meeting local people and experiencing a way of life that still lives on in the Bosnian highlands.

What's Included

Bottled water
Professional english speaking guide
Shared tour (Private on request)
Professional camera on tour - you will get images via email (on request)
Snowshoes and poles during winter
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Personal expenses
Health insurance - If you want personal insurance you should provide it by your own
Private transportation - If you are not for a hike, you can take private tour by car

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will contact guests after receiving bookings in order to arrange all the pick-up details.
- This tour depends on weather conditions. If it is really bad, then we will postpone it for the next day.
- Level: moderate
- You should bring:
- Rain jacket
- At least 1 l of water or more
- Sun protection - cream, spray, etc.
- Children have to go with an adult person
- Not possible people with disabillities since it is a hike
- Mobile phone for photos

OR
Meeting point
Meet Bosnia Tours - Sarajevo Tours, Days Out, Excursions and Activities

We are located at the crossroad of Gazi Husrev-begova and Mula Mustafe Baseskije Street.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 to 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Meet Bosnia Tours

    This is starting point of the tour.

    2 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Umoljani

    Village where you will taste the best Bosnian pie ever. The history of this village is very rich, what you will se by visiting the necropolis of stećak tombstones from the 15th century

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Mosque in Umoljani

    A 200 years old mosque in Umoljani is one of national monuments of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Mosque had survived turbulent history of country and preserves very old Ottoman tombstones. Near mosque is medieval necropolis which is visited as well.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Studeni potok

    Hiking trail is passing near Studeni Potok. Studeni Potok (Studeni Potok) is a intermittent stream (class H - Hydrographic) in Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bosnia And Herzegovina (Europe) with the region font code of Eastern Europe. It is located at an elevation of 949 meters above sea level.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Lukomir

    Lukomir is Bosnia’s highest and most isolated mountain village. Lukomir is like a living ethnological museum, where the customs of nomadic tribes and Dinaric highlanders are still practiced. It is interesting for its unique stone houses with cherry-wood roof tiles. Indeed, access to the village is impossible from the first snows in December until late April and sometimes even later, except by skis or on foot. A newly constructed lodge is now complete to receive guests. From there, you can do some magnificent hiking in the area along the ridge of the Rakitnica Canyon.

    4 hours Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Studeni potok

    One of the longest streams that by its silly flow has made an wonderful nature art in the canyon between the mountains, which looks like a snake. There is a very exciting legend about this creature, that you will hear on your tour.

    50 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Rakitnica canyon

    Our hiking to Lukomir is taking place on the edge of Rakitnica canyon. Rakitnica River, one of the largest tributaries of the deep Neretva River, has carved a largely inaccessible, 26-kilometer-long and incredibly beautiful canyon between Bjelašnica and Visočica Mountains. Rakitnica Canyon is one of the deepest canyons in Europe and this truly natural wonder is only 30 kilometers from Sarajevo. The canyon's headwaters are found at 1,120 meters above sea level and the confluence of the Rakitnica and Neretva is at 320 meters above sea level. Thanks to its unique beauty and inaccessibility, Rakitnica Canyon serves as a true challenge for mountaineers, rafters, fishermen and everyone else who loves wild and untouched nature.

    2 hours 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Sarajevo

    After the finished hike there is return to Umoljani and Sarajevo afterwards for which can be provided a car on request. In Sarajevo you will have transfer to your drop-off location.

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
Supplied by Meet Bosnia Travel

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