The Prokletije mountain range stretches across three countries – Montenegro, Albania, and Serbia (part of Kosovo and Metohija). As part of the Dinaric mountain system, it represents one of the most challenging and breathtaking landscapes of the Balkan Peninsula. Its rugged beauty and untouched wilderness have inspired awe among travelers and explorers for centuries. Due to its wild and inaccessible nature, it earned the name Bjeshket e Nemuna – the Forbidden Mountains. The highest peak of this imposing massif, Maja Jezerce (2,694 m), is also the highest peak in the entire Dinaric system.

This adventure takes us into the heart of Prokletije, where nature reveals itself in its most spectacular form – from towering rocky peaks and deep canyons to crystal-clear rivers and untamed valleys. During our journey, we will explore Prokletije National Park, ascend the impressive Maja e Rosit (2,524 m), challenge ourselves with an adrenaline-filled descent through the Shizes Canyon, and immerse ourselves in the unique atmosphere of traditional shepherd settlements in the Valbona Valley.

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure through the untouched landscapes of the Balkans, where every step brings a new challenge and breathtaking views!

Tour plan:

Departure from the “Čair” hall in Niš at 10:00 a.m. Traveling through Serbia and Albania with stops for rest and border formalities. Arrival at the Prokletije National Park in the evening. Accommodation in mountain huts in the Valbona valley. Dinner. Overnight stay.

After breakfast, our adventure begins with off-road vehicles that will take us up to an elevation of 1325 meters. From here, we ascend 1200 vertical meters without any loss of elevation to reach the peak of Maja e Rosit. “Rosni vrh,” as they call it from the other side of Prokletije, stands at 2524 meters and is the third highest peak in Montenegro. The view from the summit offers a breathtaking panorama of the main Prokletije massif, Bogićevica, and Bjelič, where Maja e Rosit is the highest point. We return by the same route to our accommodation, where dinner and an overnight stay await us, giving us a chance to rest and recharge for the challenges of the next day. The total length of this unforgettable trail is 14 km, with an ascent of approximately 1200 meters, requiring a moderate level of physical fitness.

Breakfast. A one-hour drive to the entrance of Shizes Canyon, where we leave the vehicle. We follow a hiking trail along the canyon for 1.5 hours until we reach the first vertical section and enter Shizes Canyon. With several vertical sections, the highest being 20 meters, a few jumps, and natural slides, it is a gem of this part of Prokletije. After 2.5 hours, we exit the canyon right next to our car, and after a short break and packing, we head back to Serbia with a mandatory lunch stop in Prizren. Arrival in Niš in the late evening hours. End of the program.

Details:

  • Transportation by van/minibus of tourist class,
  • Two nights with breakfast in the mountain huts in the Valbona valley,
  • Ascent to Maja e Rosit/Rosni vrh,
  • Canyoning tour – Shizes Canyon (Selimaj), difficulty level v4a3III,
  • Use of necessary technical equipment for canyoning,
  • Services of licensed guides for the entire duration of the program,
  • Organizational costs and trip leadership.
  • Other meals,
  • Off-road vehicle transfer on the second day of the program – €10 per person,
  • Tourist tax – €1 per day,
  • Entrance fee to Prokletije National Park – €5,
  • Travel health insurance (with an additional charge for extreme sports),
  • Additional services at accommodation,
  • Personal expenses.

High-top sneakers or hiking boots, multiple pairs of socks, short-sleeved shirts, a light jacket with a hood (preferably waterproof), a fleece or sweatshirt, spare pants, sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, a swimsuit, towel… Optionally, bring sweets, snacks, refreshing drinks, and water. Pack everything in a small backpack.

Our offer includes attractive mountain huts/camps located at the base of the massif. The specific accommodation will depend on the availability of capacities at the given time.

A 50% advance payment of the total arrangement price is required at the time of booking. The remaining amount must be paid no later than 20 days before the start of the trip (with the option of installment payments). This program is based on a minimum of 7 registered participants. In case of changes in the monetary market (or the market of goods and services) or an insufficient number of registered participants, the tour organizer reserves the right to adjust prices, modify the program, or cancel the trip no later than 5 days before the scheduled departure.

The organizer of the trip is travel agency Nature Travel Office, licence number OTP 38/2025 issued by the Business Register Agency as of May 06, 2025. Nature Travel Office is insured by an insurance policy against responsibility for travel agencies in case of insolvency and liability in case of damage to the traveller, number 30000049351, by the insurer MILENIJUM OSIGURANJE ADO Belgrade. The policy is valid from April 01, 2025 to April 01, 2026. In this program, travel agency Nature Travel Office applies their general terms and conditions of traveling, which are included in signing up for the trip.