Whitewater SUP Expedition - The River Tara
Explore 60km of this legendary river. Enjoy delicious Balkan cuisine and camp under the stars along the riverbank.
Join us for an unforgettable journey through Montenegro's breathtaking Tara Canyon.
Join us for an unforgettable journey through Montenegro's breathtaking Tara Canyon.
2025 DATES
September 14th-19th - 3 spaces left
September 21st-26th - 4 spaces left
£1300 per person
September 14th-19th - 3 spaces left
September 21st-26th - 4 spaces left
£1300 per person
ITINERARY
Day 1
Pickup from Sarajevo Airport or city centre at 13:00, transfer approx 2.5 hours to base camp, on the banks of the River Tara. Kev & Tom will be there to greet you and give a welcome brief. You can spend a few hours getting acquainted with your new landscape and fellow expedition members before evening dinner and relax around the fire-pit. Hot (wood fired) showers and storage are available. Please note, at some point during the drive you will lose signal and there is no connection at base camp or anywhere in Tara Canyon. Time to disconnect. |
Day 3
After a camp breakfast, we set off for our second day on the Tara. With the clear flowing water beneath us, 20km will be a cruise and we will have plenty of time to stop, swim, play and soak in the awe-inspiring landscape around us. We'll find a spot on the riverbank, miles away from anywhere for a proper wild camp. |
Day 5
Today we tackle the most challenging of the rapids, the 13km rafting section all the way to the Montenegro/Bosnia border. The short distance gives us plenty of time to stop, scout and plan our lines through these exciting rapids. Or maybe you'd rather just hop in the raft? Once we reach the border, we'll transfer back to base camp and for one last night, have a home cooked meal and regale our river stories around the fire. |
What's included:
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What's not included:
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What sup experience and fitness is required?
This is not for beginners, some experience paddling Class II rapids on a SUP is required. And ability to comfortably paddle 10km. A lesson or two with a whitewater SUP coach beforehand would really help. The ability to swim and quickly self-rescue is essential. We've started to piece together a list of recommended coaches here
If you're unsure feel free to reach out to Kev on Whatsapp to discuss - +447508706359
If you're unsure feel free to reach out to Kev on Whatsapp to discuss - +447508706359
can i bring my own sup or camping gear?
We provide Tambo's newest model, the Witch 11' x 34" along with their classic Scalpel Eco Vario paddle. Also two-person tents, inflatable mattresses and sleeping bags rated at 0C. But, if you have a board/paddle or any camping equipment you love, then you're more than welcome to bring it along. Just let us know.
how do i get there?
Most major countries in Europe have direct flights to Sarajevo Airport. From there, we will have a transfer waiting for you to drive you the 2.5 hours to base camp. If you decide to arrive earlier to explore Sarajevo city, we can arrange the transfer from there.
what food will we eat?
Combinations of the following...
Breakfast: Homemade pastries and bread, cheese, eggs, prosciutto, ham, sausages, homemade jam, honey, cereals, fruits, vegetables, milk, juices, tea, coffee.
Lunch: Homemade soup, cheese, grilled vegetables, ham, “sač” – roast veal with potatoes, roasted beans, salad, bread. Dessert – cake/fruit.
Dinner: Pork/chicken steak in creamy or spicy sous served with rice or mashed potatoes, homemade pie/salad/ bread/ dessert)
The cheese and meat are produced at the family farm in Piva mountain
All dietary requirements can be managed.
Breakfast: Homemade pastries and bread, cheese, eggs, prosciutto, ham, sausages, homemade jam, honey, cereals, fruits, vegetables, milk, juices, tea, coffee.
Lunch: Homemade soup, cheese, grilled vegetables, ham, “sač” – roast veal with potatoes, roasted beans, salad, bread. Dessert – cake/fruit.
Dinner: Pork/chicken steak in creamy or spicy sous served with rice or mashed potatoes, homemade pie/salad/ bread/ dessert)
The cheese and meat are produced at the family farm in Piva mountain
All dietary requirements can be managed.
What are the river and rapids like?
The river flows at a lovely pace, meaning we can cover distance easily. It's crystal clear and cool. The rapids range from mostly class I and II, then on the final day we will be tackling some class III (optional). We will always stop and check the larger rapids before paddling to ensure safe lines, and paddlers will have the options to walk around or hop into the raft.
what's the weather like?
We're usually in Montenegro in September when days range from 18-28C and nights fall down to 8-15C. We may get a day or two of rain.
what wildlife is in the tara canyon?
Eurasian Brown Bears, Lynx and Wolves are present in the canyon, but are extremely rare to see. More commonly spotted are Kingfishers, Golden Eagles and Alpine Chamois - a species of wild goat.
any biting bugs?
Usual European bugs - mosquitoes, midges and horseflies - but by September these are very minimal. Kev didn't get a single bite in 2024. Bring repellent and anti-histamines if you're very sensitive.
do i need cash?
Yes, bring some euros for base camp. There is no signal so card payments aren't possible for any food/drink extras you may purchase.
what is the cancellation policy
20% deposit is required upon booking. Full payment is required 8 weeks prior to start date.
If you need to cancel:
If you need to cancel:
- Two weeks from order date, it’s a full refund.
- More than 8 weeks from trip start date, loss of deposit.
- Less than 8 weeks from trip start date, 50% refund.
- Less than 4 weeks from trip start date - no refund.