Bosnia and Herzegovina is a secret in the Balkans. It is a place that presents natural beauty and rugged landscape and the quiet mountain retreat. The country is the ideal destination to go on outdoor adventure and soul-reflecting escapes starting at the still alpine lakes to snow-covered mountains. When you arrange your next vacation, consider Bosnia and Herzegovina trip packages that can allow you to see the most scenic mountainous locations it has.
Here are the The Best Mountain Escapes in Bosnia and Herzegovina
1. Jahorina Mountain The Winter Wonderland.
Among the Balkans, Jahorina is among the very best ski resorts located near Sarajevo. It was the venue of the Winter Olympics 1984 and has properly maintained slopes, lodges warm and cozy and panoramic views. During winter it is a hotspot of skiers and during summer it becomes a quiet hiking and mountain biking destination. Indian tourists like the low cost hotels and the hospitable community.
2. Bjelašnica Mountain- Adventure and History Tourist Combined.
Another Olympic destination, Bjelašnica, boasts of difficult ski slopes and rich culture. Stone houses and broad mountain meadows are still found in the traditional Bosnian villages such as Lukomir, one of the highest and the most isolated ones. The region has beautiful hiking tracks and paragliding even to adrenaline rushers.
3. Vlašice mountain- an ideal summer holiday.
Vlašić is a destination in central Bosnia close to Travnik that features cool climatic conditions and natural pastures throughout the year. Vlašicke Sir is a generational-old cheese that is also famous in the region. The seasons favorable to hiking, mountain biking, and rock climbing are summer; those willing to ski are attracted to winter. Here, guests can afford a small home to relax after a day of adventure in the Guesthouses.
4. Prenj Mountain -The Bosnian Himalaya.
One of the Dinaric Alps is Prenj which is dubbed as the Bosnian Himalayas. Its rugged mountains and clean valleys are exciting experience to those hikers who are serious. The landscape is rugged, yet the scenery, jewel-like lakes, and some of the rarer alpine plants are magnificent. The panoramic view of the country can be viewed on top of Zelena Glava.
5. Maglić Mountain – Touch the Sky
The highest point in Bosnia and Herzegovina is Maglić standing 2,386m close to the Montenegro border. It is located in Sutjeska National Park which is among the oldest nature reserves in Europe. Peručica Forest of the park is one of the few primeval forests that remain in the continent and hikers have magical experience with giant trees and misty scenery. The climb is a challenge that gives a real sense of accomplishment to the top.
6. Treskavica Mountain- Explorers Only.
Treskavica is fit to satisfy those who want to be alone and experience unprocessed nature. It does not have crowds and that is why it is good to hike without disturbances. Visions Lake Veliko, Malo and Platno are full of wild nature and wildlife is alone enough to draw both nature lovers and wildlife photographers.
7. The Mountain of Čvrsica – a Hikers Paradise.
In Herzegovina, the spot where hiking is a heaven is in Čvrsica. It is most famous with Hajducka Vrata, which is an arch of natural stones which enclose the eye-opening view of the valley. The Blidinje Nature Park also has different trails, crystal-clear lakes and camping places. This mountain ensures that there is a beautiful adventure that will be remembered greatly.
8. Zelengora Mountain -Dream of Nature Lovers.
Zelengora or the Green Mountain is one that lives up to its name as the trees, alpine meadows and glacier lakes all appear as straight off a postcard. It is a part of Sutjeska National Park and includes a wide range of marked trails to be used in trekking and photography. Its lakes (also known as the mountain eyes by the locals) are ideal picnic sites, where one can immerse in the calmness of nature.
9. Raduša Mountain – Boswell Hidden Treasure of the central bosnia.
Raduša, which is close to Gornji Vakuf Uskoplje, is a little known but beautiful mountain. It is ideal among travelers who want to experience the off-the-beaten-path. It provides hiking paths, traditional lodges, panoramic views and rest. The serene atmosphere and the clean air makes it a refreshing retreat to the busy life of the city goers.
10. Kozara Mountain – A mixture of Nature and Culture.
Kozara is a national park located in the northwest of Bosnia and is a sight worth visiting as it offers a good mix of natural beauty, history, and cultural heritage. It is the so called Green Beauty of Krajina, perfect place to have a family picnic, hiking, and mountain biking. The sites of WWII historical monuments are also found in the park, which brings a cultural aspect to the visit. Kozara is another good opportunity to relax, to learn more about rich history of Bosnia and to enjoy forests and air.
Go Kite Tours, Mountain Magic, Bosnia.
Go Kite Tours is a reliable travel agency based in India, and you can plan your mountain adventure with this agency. Their tailor-made trips and local knowledge make their visits to the mountainous Bosnia easy, safe and fun. You may wish to spend your vacation leisurely in the alpine towns, or have an adventure of your lifetime and climb to the top of the world, their team is there to make it happen to you.
Final Thoughts
It is not the first country that comes to mind when people are planning their mountain holidays in Bosnia and Herzegovina and this is the reason why it is so special. It has an untouched natural beauty, hospitable people, and cheap travelling experience, which are ideal to Indian travelers who want to experience something new. Whether it is skiing in Jahorina, hiking on the rugged trails of Prenj, each journey here is a new finding.
Should you be prepared to venture into the untamed scenery of the Balkans, you can find out the affordable Bosnia tour packages and have the mountains to motivate your next memorable trip.
