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Skadar Lake National Park Guided Boat Tour with Wooden Boat

4.8(110)Podgorica1 hour
VIATOR4.8(39)TRIPADVISOR4.8(71)

Description

Experience the breathtaking natural wonders of Lake Skadar with our two-hour guided sightseeing tour. Join us inside a traditional wooden boat as we travel along narrow channels, and savour the delicious local wine while your guide reveals all the fascinating stories from the region.

Tour Options

Shared tour
  • Shared tour

Itinerary

Admission included10 min

Your adventure begins in beautiful Virpazar, where Lake Skadar's natural beauty meets a charming fishing village! Settled in Montenegro's wine region, this village offers the perfect mix of natural wonders and local culture. Surrounded by breathtaking mountains and pristine waters, you'll discover amazing wine tastings, stunning sunsets, and delicious local cuisine. Take time to explore Montenegro's countryside charm before we set off! Find us at Kingfisher's information desk where our friendly team makes check-in effortless. We'll handle your vouchers, provide tickets, and ensure everything runs smoothly. Then it's time to sail into your incredible Lake Skadar experience!

10 min

Join us inside our traditional wooden boat docked at the small Virpazar river pier. Prepare for beautiful views as you glide out of the channel, surrounded by the lake's rich vegetation. Admire the stunning mountain ranges of Albania - The Accursed Albanian Mountains and Vranjina, the nearest island, as they tower over one of Southern Europe's largest lakes. It's a magical journey where nature's beauty takes centre stage, and this is just the beginning!

30 min

Navigate left, pass under the Tanki Rt bridge, and be embraced by the enchanting meadows of water chestnuts spread all over the top of Lake Skadar. The serene ambience will soon reveal the stunning Lesendro, an 18th-century fortress gracing the lake's shores. Known as Bishops' Sorrow, this fortress carries a profound historical legacy, dating back to the reign of Petar II Petrović-Njegoš, a prominent figure in Montenegro's past. Strategically positioned, it once served as a safeguard against potential enemy threats. Today, Lesendro and its surroundings draw birdwatching enthusiasts to its diverse ecosystem. Cormorants, herons, and gulls are just a glimpse of the vibrant birdlife awaiting discovery.

30 min

Discover the enchanting amazonian nature of Montenegro as you continue your tour to three wild islands. As we glide along, you’ll notice the water covered in a stunning mix of white and yellow lilies. Their dark green leaves add to the magic, creating a tapestry of colours you’ll remember long after the tour. Don’t forget your camera - this is a view you’ll want to share!

40 min

Take your opportunity to dive into Lake Skadar’s gorgeous deep-blue waters together! You’ll be swimming surrounded by the most incredible mountain views and that authentic Montenegrin countryside charm that just takes your breath away. And here’s the best part - on our way back, we’ll sit back with a glass of delicious local wine while you soak in those stunning views. Take a moment to just breathe in all that peaceful lake magic before we head back to Virpazar. Trust me, it’s exactly the kind of experience that stays with you long after you leave!

Highlights

Written guides in several languages
English-speaking tour guide
Life vests and other safety equipment
Refreshments: wine & juice
National Park Lake Skadar fee

What's included

Included
Written guides in several languages
English-speaking tour guide
Life vests and other safety equipment
Refreshments: wine & juice
National Park Lake Skadar fee
Not included
Lunch/meals
Tips

Traveller Ratings

4.8
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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We do not provide transportation to and from Virpazar.
  • We do not provide parking spots.

Reviews(110)

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Katharina J
June 15, 2026
Great boat tour with water lilies and pelicans.

Very interesting and relaxing boat ride with guide Alexander, who spoke both English and German really well and could answer every question. Thank you very much and absolutely recommend it. :)

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Alexander_K
June 15, 2026
Beautiful lake in Montenegro

this is a great experience except that you need to set up some kind of transportation there. we rented a car to make it there and back, the Lake is beautiful and the 2 hour boat ride is well worth it. we had wine on the boat and were offered to swim in the lake.

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omar e
June 14, 2026
Visite lac skadar

Best tour guide ever with Alex and Baki they were just fantastic and lovable ,i recommend them highly

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Adventure02367166934
June 13, 2026
A really pleasant afternoon with a friendly team :)

It was a really pleasant afternoon spent in Alex and the boat's captain companie. Their friendliness and good humor are points I'd like to highlight because they undoubtedly enhanced my and my friends experience. Those two hours flew by, and I definitely recommend doing this activity with them :)

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justincA8803QH
June 11, 2026
BEAUTIFUL AND GREAT GUIDE

Tour guide Aleksanda and captain Lucky were amazing. We enjoyed the tour a lot, very beautiful. The tour guide was such a nice guy!

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Karenan71
June 11, 2026
Great experience and tour - thank you

We booked this trip the night before and received confirmation email straight away. In the morning we then received a text via what app confirming the details with a map and details of parking. On arrival at the desk, we were greeted with further advice on where to park and toilets :-) The guide on our tour was really informative and funny, he also spoke very good English. We all really enjoyed our tour and the experience of the lake. Would recommend this tour company to anyone wanting to visit lake Skadar. Thank you

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gkY9228AE
June 6, 2026
Skadar lake tour

Great trip. Well organised. Started and finished on time. I took 2 h trip and for me it was just enough. Very nice guide. Some wine tasting added a bit extra to the trip. ;) The day was hot but lake had a pleasant breeze. All perfect. Highly recommend.

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Ruth_H
June 6, 2026
A must do tour, incredible scenery

Absolutely incredible scenery, the lily pads and flowers with all the wildlife including pelicans was just amazing! I’m so glad I did this tour and would 100% recommend. Our captain was very friendly and informative! Book the tour, you won’t be disappointed!!

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Q9917FDmichaelj
June 5, 2026
Very nice experience

Fine guide and boat trip, lots of explanations about the lake and the birds, etc.

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Bharath_R
June 4, 2026
Do not miss this!

We absolutely loved the experience. Our guide was funny and gave us a good overview of the ride, and was very engaging. Highly recommend this tour

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