- Birdwatching romance in Montenegro -

Foreword

Montenegro's small size doesn't prevent it from being an excellent destination for birdwatchers. Within its approximately 14,000 square kilometers, a variety of climate zones and landscapes are concentrated. The total number of bird species found here is almost 300. For example, the entire European population of birds such as the rock partridge, little crake, Javan cormorant, Dalmatian pelican, little bittern, and tawny owl can be found largely in Montenegro.

According to local ornithologists, the best time for birdwatching is:

from the beginning of May to mid-June;

from mid-September to mid-October.

Our Program for Tour Groups

Day 1: Arrival in Montenegro

Arrival at the airport.

Meet with our tour guide. Transfer to Petrovac.

Check-in. Discussion of the tour program with your tour guide.

Walking tour of Petrovac.

Day 2: Petrovac – Lake Skadar National Park

At 7:00 AM, our program begins in Lake Skadar National Park, the largest lake on the Balkan Peninsula.

We start our journey around Lake Skadar in the village of Virpazar, accompanied by an experienced local ornithologist.

During the boat trip, you will observe numerous bird species.

Lake Skadar is the largest freshwater lake in the Balkans and features a vast floodplain, reed beds, and floating vegetation. It is home to approximately 280 bird species.

At 12:00 PM, lunch (fish picnic) will be served at a restaurant on the shore of Lake Skadar.

Departure for the hotel (1:30 PM). The total distance traveled each day is approximately 60 km (by bus).

Day 3: Petrovac – Ulcinj Saltworks

The Ulcinj Saltworks were created on the site of the former bird lagoon and remain an important area for birds. Walk among the salt pans.

Departure for the hotel (1:00 PM). The total distance traveled each day is approximately 110 km (by bus). Walking distance: approximately 6-8 km.

Day 4: Petrovac – Budva (Optional)

A free day for relaxation or optional activities.

Guided city walk in Budva (Old Town).

Boat trip to the islands of Sveti Nikolaos and Sveti Stefan (drinks included).

Afterwards, free time – 2 hours in Budva.

Walking distance (Old Town) is approximately 3 km.

The total distance traveled is approximately 50 km.

Transfer to the hotel.

Day 5 Petrovac – Buljarica & Tivat Solila

First, you will visit the 2-kilometer-long Buljarica Bay.

Afterward, you will travel to Tivat Solila – a shallow lagoon on the site of former salt mines, which is regularly filled with seawater and is a habitat for marsh birds.

The walking distance is approximately 6-8 km.

The total driving distance is approximately 100 km.

Day 6 Petrovac – Čemovsko Polje

Our destination for today is the Čemovsko Field, a habitat for typical steppe birds. The Čemovsko Field stretches across part of the Zeta Plain between the Cievna, Zeta, and Morača rivers.

The walking distance is approximately 4-6 km.

The total driving distance is approximately 120 km.

Day 7 Petrovac – Lake Skadar National Park & ​​Crnoevica River

Excursion to Lake Skadar National Park with a boat trip, fish picnic and wine.

A classic "panoramic route."

Lunch (fish picnic) will be served at 12:30 PM at a restaurant on the banks of the Crnoevica River, which flows into Lake Skadar.

Departure for the hotel (2:00 PM). The total distance traveled each day is approximately 60 km (by bus).

Day 8 Petrovac - Podgorica – Airport

Breakfast or packed breakfast. Check-out.

Transfer to the airport.