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The medieval Monastery Kom: Scenic Boat Tour & Winetasting

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Activity provider:Kingfisher
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The medieval Monastery Kom: Scenic Boat Tour & Winetasting

Activity provider:Kingfisher
4.7  / 5
3 reviews

From US$ 127.11 per group up to 4

Explore vast Lake Skadar and its wilderness while cruising inside čun - a traditional wooden boat. Discover the medieval Kom Monastery and the captivating wildlife that the lake hides in its waters.

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Duration 3 hours
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English, Serbo-Croatian
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Experience

Highlights
  • Cruise through narrow channels, reachable only by traditional wooden boats.
  • Discover Lesendro-Lake Skadar's Key, gliding through meadows of water chestnuts.
  • Visit the medieval monastery Kom and enjoy breathtaking views in front of it.
  • Taste local wine in the middle of wilderness with untouched nature all around.
  • Take a refreshing swim and enjoy the summer breeze!
Full description
Begin your journey in Virpazar, the tiny townlet on three bridges, located in the heart of Lake Skadar. Leave the dock following a small river channel surrounded by fields of reeds and rows of willows. Find yourself on the open waters of vast Lake Skadar and watch Vranjina and its two peaks rise from the largest lake in southern Europe. Turn left and pass under a nearby bridge. Glide down paths enclosed with endless fields of kasaronja - water chestnuts. The ruins of Lesendro, the fortress built in the 18th century, appear soon after, along with their bird visitants, treating you with a beautiful view. Observe the birds dry their wings on the remains of the old fortress while enjoying their beauty and sound. Have fresh air flow through your body as you pass near the place where Lake Skadar meets its richest tributary - Morača River. Let the view melt before your eyes into thousands of white and yellow water lily flowers hidden behind three islets. After that, take the narrow passage between the uneven coast and marshy fields. You will arrive at the foot of Odrin hill - the home of the medieval monastery Kom. Let the aroma of wild thyme tickle your senses as you marvel at the swampy marshlands and enjoy the summer breeze. With such a pristine environment, you can be sure that the monastery honey is equally delightful. Examine the best-preserved frescoes in this area. Standing in the swampy northwestern reaches of Lake Skadar, the monastery has withstood the test of time and has the best-preserved frescoes in the region. When building its church (1415), the Ottoman Empire and the Republic of Venice surrounded the Slavic State Zeta. Therefore, all the monasteries of that period resembled a fortress. Kom was not an exception – built on a high hill, fringed by marshland with a protective wall with two gates. This medieval monastery can often be reached only by boat and has only one inhabitant - a Serbian-Orthodox monk. Leave this picturesque view after 30 minutes and return to Virpazar. In the meantime, pack your swimsuits, towels and sunscreen and prepare to swim in the deep-blue waters of Lake Skadar, surrounded by extraordinary views and untouched nature.
Includes
  • Sightseeing boat trip from Virpazar to Kom Monastery (with a 30-minute visit to the monastery)
  • Tasting local wine
  • Local guide will accompany you along the way
  • Safety equipment
  • National park Entrance fee (€5 per person, free for children under 15 years)
  • Lunch or meals
  • Transportation to and from Virpazar / parking space
Not suitable for
  • Wheelchair users

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The name of the activity provider is Kingfisher. Meet with them at least 30 minutes before departure to check in. Their info desk is just before the main bridge in the center of Virpazar. If you have trouble finding them, ask locals for the Kingfisher company, or look out for blue shirts with the Kingfisher logo.

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What to bring

  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen

Know before you go

  • Please note that the National park fee is not included in the price. It is mandatory to pay it upon arrival. It costs 5 euros per person (free for children under 15).
  • Please note that we don't provide lunch or meals during the tour. You're welcome to bring your own food or eat out before/after the tour. However, if you'd like us to organise your meal for you, please contact us by e-mail at least a few days before the tour.
  • Keep in mind that, during the summer, Montenegro has constant traffic jams, so be sure to plan your journey to Virpazar ahead. By arriving earlier, you avoid headaches over finding a parking spot for your car.

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We had a great time on this boat ride! We went early in the morning so there were lots of birds out on the lake and it wasn’t yet too hot. After winding our way through the lake, spying birds and even spotting some wild goats on one of the islands, we went to the monastery to look out over that portion of the lake, which was just stunning. We also enjoyed a few glasses of local wine. Lastly was a dip in the lake to cool off. Highly recommend this tour as a chance to peacefully explore the lake while in a traditional boat without a ton of other tourists.

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