Lukomir Highland Village Hike

5.0 (125 reviews) 8–13 hours Free cancellation

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Lukomir Highland Village Hike — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

Lukomir is the highest and most isolated village in Bosnia. This hike is also the most popular hike in the country. And for a good reason. It offers all: amazing views, long walks, culture, history and legends.

This is the most popular one day trip from Sarajevo. We start our tour on the southern slopes of Bjelašnica mountain, from medieval Umoljani village. We will make a short stop on ancient necropolis at Dolovi, and then continue towards Umoljani.

We will then pass through Gradina - highland summer village, and go to Studeni Potok stream. On the way, we will visit 40-meter Peruće Waterfall before continuing to Lukomir.

Our last stop - Lukomir village. It lives the same life for more than 600 years, Bosnia’s highest and most isolated mountain village.

On the edge of the village you will be treated to a breathtaking view of Rakitnica Canyon. We will have traditional homemade lunch prepared by our hosts. You will also have the opportunity to purchase local handcrafts

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At a glance

Duration: 8–13 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Highlander Adventures

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–11 years) · Youth (12–17 years) · Adults (18–64 years) · Seniors (65–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Hiking sticks
Included: Fantastic Bosnian traditional, home-made, freshly cooked lunch by locals in Lukomir. (Available options: halal, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free)
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea
Included: Snacks: Trail mix on the trail.

Not included

Not included: Alcoholic Beverages

Itinerary

Stop 1

10 min

Short stop to talk about the Sarajevo Winter Olympics in 1984.
Nekropola stecaka Umoljani

20 min

UNESCO World Heritage site at Dolovi. Short stop to learn about Bosnian history.
Selo Umoljani

10 min

Umoljani medieval village is our starting point for the hike.
Studeni potok

30 min

Beautiful stream that we will follow for 2 kilometers.
Rakitnica canyon

2 hours

Our hike for the most part goes on the edge of the canyon.
Selo Lukomir

1 h 30 min

Our destination! We will walk, talk, look, photograph and eat!
Nekropole sa steccima

20 min

Talk about the history of Lukomir.
Vidikovac Lukomir

10 min

The best viewpoint on Lukomir and into Rakitnica canyon.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Uptown Inn
Boutique Villa 84
Haydarpasa
Marsal Hotel
Motel Bella Italia
Sarajevo Waves
Hotel Hercegovina
Hotel Previla
Hotel Vamos Sarajevo
Apartments Panamera
Hoteli Ilidza
Hotel Yu

and 110 more pickup points

We can pick you up at any location in Sarajevo.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Options

One-way hike

Return with a car: Great for those who wish to walk only one way, or those who want more time in Lukomir

One way hike: The hiking is only one way: from Umoljani to Lukomir via Rakitnica canyon.

From Lukomir drive back to Umoljani via Dugo polje

4WD: From Sarajevo to Lukomir is a sedan.

From Lukomir to Umoljani is a 4WD offroad car.

Pickup included
Drive to Lukomir

Drive to Lukomir: For those who don't want to hike, but wish to experience the village.

Sarajevo - Lukomir: We will drive directly to the village, and have plenty of time for exploration.

4WD off-road vehicle

Pickup included
Circular hike

Climbing Obalj peak: Obalj peak seperates villages of Umoljani and Lukomir. On this tour we would climb the peak, and return back via Rakitnica.

Circular hike: The hike is making a big circle over and around Obalj peak: Umoljani - Obalj peak - Lukomir - Rakitnica canyon - Umoljani.

Pickup included
Out and back hike

Hike via Rakitnica canyon.: The hike takes the main path on white trail of Via Dinarica.

Return is mostly the same way.

Pickup included
Lukomir + Ridges of Visočica

1 night in Umoljani village: We will spend 1 night in Umoljani in a village inn, between the 2 hikes.

Ridges of Visočica: Day 2 we will hike the ridges of Visočica on the other side of Rakitnica canyon.

Day 1 is a hike to Lukomir.

Duration: 2 days

Home made L, D, B and picnic: Home made traditional Bosnian lunch in Lukomir. Same for dinner and breakfast in Umoljani. Picnic lunch on Visočica.

2 circular tours: Both hike to Lukomir and hike on Visočica are circular.

Perfect for 2 day getaway: Great combination for those who have limited time in Bosnia, but want to see more of the nature.

Pickup included
2 day hike - overnight Lukomir

1 night in Lukomir: For those who wish to spend more time in Lukomir, we will stay in local house.

Duration: 2 days: 2 days hike, 1 night in Lukomir. Start times are flexible, so you can go in the afternoon and return in the morning.

All inclusive: We will have a traditional organic home made traditional Bosnian dinner and breakfast prepared by our hosts.

Circular hike: Hikw to lukomir is via Obalj peak offering stunning views of surrounding mountains, return is via Rakitnica canyon.

Flexible start and return: For those who wish to have more time in Sarajevo, it's a great option to start in the afternoon and return morning next day.

Pickup included