Montenegro · SKADAR LAKE TOURS

The 14 Best Skadar Lake Tours in Montenegro

14 tours  ·  from $21 a head

The biggest lake in the Balkans, half of it in Albania, full of pelicans and water lilies in early summer. The 14 below compare the wooden boats out of Virpazar, the longer trips that add a winery, and the river bend everybody photographs.

Skadar Lake National Park Guided Boat Tour with Wooden Boat - Leaving the river channel for open water
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Skadar Lake National Park Guided Boat Tour with Wooden Boat

1.Skadar Lake National Park Guided Boat Tour with Wooden Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $26Our pick

Cruise Lake Skadar from Virpazar by wooden boat, spot birds, swim among mountain views, and enjoy local wine for about $26.79.

“Anna & Nikolai looked after us really well and took us to some great spots. Anna showed great knowledge and her English was excellent. We were able to swim and we didn’t feel rushed. Really recommend this tour, with refreshments.”

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Best from our coast (Kotor bay, Budva, Sv Stefan, Skadar lake) - The mountain road changes the view from lake to sea
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Best from our coast (Kotor bay, Budva, Sv Stefan, Skadar lake)

2.Best from our coast (Kotor bay, Budva, Sv Stefan, Skadar lake)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $181

See Skadar Lake, Sveti Stefan, Budva, Kotor, and Cetinje in one private day tour from Podgorica with local guiding.

“It was the perfect company to spend a day in Montenegro. The views of the entire trip were nothing less than memorable. I'd definitely recommend it! Tannia is perfect as a guide, very easy going and knowledgeable. I'll certainly go back for some of the other tours she told me about.”

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Skadar Lake National Park: Guided Boat Tour to Kom Monastery - From the canal to Vranjina
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Skadar Lake National Park: Guided Boat Tour to Kom Monastery

3.Skadar Lake National Park: Guided Boat Tour to Kom Monastery

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 49 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $38

Cruise Skadar Lake to Kom Monastery, spot birds, explore lily pads, swim in clear water, and enjoy wine on a three-hour boat tour.

“The operator offers wise advice about the way other operators try to claim that parking is only free if you go with them. I heard them do this. This is an honest operator. Our captain was friendly and helpful throughout, explaining the sights as we went along, offering free wine, juice and freshly made donuts. Well worth the money.”

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Podgorica Historic, Safari and Winery tour - Skadar lake and River Crnojevica - Virpazar and coffee at Fort Besac
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Podgorica Historic, Safari and Winery tour – Skadar lake and River Crnojevica

4.Podgorica Historic, Safari and Winery tour – Skadar lake and River Crnojevica

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 39 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $118

Explore Montenegro’s Crnojević heritage, wild horses, lake villages, scenic viewpoints, and a generous local wine tasting from Podgorica.

“It was our pleasure to be on this tour of Podgorica. Marko was one of the funniest guide we have had so far. Best part of the tour was Mrkan Winery. If you are coming to Podgorica, we recommend you do this tour.”

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Skadar Lake & Crnojevića River: Swimming, Snacks & Wine - Vranjina Island and the Albanian Alps
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Skadar Lake & Crnojevića River: Swimming, Snacks & Wine

2 Hour Group Boat Trip in Skadar Lake - Following the Morača River toward the islands
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2 Hour Group Boat Trip in Skadar Lake

6.2 Hour Group Boat Trip in Skadar Lake

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $20Best value

Explore Skadar Lake from Virpazar on a two-hour boat trip with Lesendro Fortress, bird-rich channels, water lilies, local wine, and wild swimming.

“Very personal, enjoyed every second. Nice and relaxing on the lake. The Captain was very knowledgeable”

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Skadar Lake on kayaks Experience with Spectacular Views - Learning the basics before the long paddle
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Skadar Lake on kayaks Experience with Spectacular Views

7.Skadar Lake on kayaks Experience with Spectacular Views

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $47

Paddle from Žabljak Crnojevića through Lake Skadar’s rivers, channels, lilies, birds, and mountain views on a full-day kayak trip from Budva.

“Kayaking on Lake Skadar was an incredible experience – breathtaking views, rich nature, and pure serenity. The water was calm, the surroundings were stunning, and every moment felt like a peaceful escape.”

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Virpazar Skadar Lake National Park Guided Boat Tour - Lesendro adds a strong historical stop
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Virpazar Skadar Lake National Park Guided Boat Tour

Explore Skadar Lake in Private 2 hour Boat Cruise - Through the bird reserve and water lilies
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Explore Skadar Lake in Private 2 hour Boat Cruise

Skadar Lake & Virpazar return trip from Podgorica city - The drive from Podgorica to Virpazar
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Skadar Lake & Virpazar return trip from Podgorica city

10.Skadar Lake & Virpazar return trip from Podgorica city

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $96

Explore Virpazar and Skadar Lake from Podgorica with private transport, a one-hour boat ride, mountain views, and an English-speaking guide.

“The best way to organize a short trip for few days, regardless of which part of Europe you are coming from. These few days were full of activities, cultural and historical engagements, moments of joy and fun in the nature and good company”

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National parks and wine tasting (NP Lovcen, NP Skadar lake, Cetinje, Njegusi) - Lake Skadar and the famous Pavlova Strana bend
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National parks and wine tasting (NP Lovcen, NP Skadar lake, Cetinje, Njegusi)

11.National parks and wine tasting (NP Lovcen, NP Skadar lake, Cetinje, Njegusi)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $274

Explore Cetinje, Lovcen, Lake Skadar, and Pavlova Strana from Podgorica, with mountain views, local food, and optional wine tasting.

“Myself and my friend had the best day out with Tanja. She showed us Montenegro in a way we would never have thought possible. Her local insight and raw charm make for an excellent adventure. I can’t recommend her tours enough.”

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Private Full-Day Tour -Kotor tour, Saint Stefan & NP Skadar Lake - Miločer and the view toward Sveti Stefan
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Private Full-Day Tour -Kotor tour, Saint Stefan & NP Skadar Lake

12.Private Full-Day Tour -Kotor tour, Saint Stefan & NP Skadar Lake

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $156

Tour Skadar Lake, Sveti Stefan, and UNESCO-listed Kotor in one private day from Podgorica with guide Nino.

“had the most amazing day in and around south Montenegro with our guide, Nino. we had enough time in each place, felt no sense of rush, and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Nino is both extremely knowledgeable and passionate about his country 10/10”

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Wine tasting and magical tour from Kotor, Budva, Tivat (Lovcen,Skadar lake) - Skadar Lake and the view from Pavlova Strana
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Wine tasting and magical tour from Kotor, Budva, Tivat (Lovcen,Skadar lake)

13.Wine tasting and magical tour from Kotor, Budva, Tivat (Lovcen,Skadar lake)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $301

Explore Lovcen, Cetinje, Skadar Lake, and a family winery on a private seven-hour Montenegro tour from Kotor.

“Tanja from Montenegro Wonders Team was an excellent guide. We thoroughly enjoyed her Montenegro inside information and view. She took us up the mountain to a family farm and winery that was more than we ever expected. Tanja was personable, friendly, and a great guide! My girlfriends and I had the most wonderful time!”

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ALBANIA tour - Rozafa, Skadar lake, Niagara waterfalls, Shkodra - Podgorica’s old Clock Tower sets the scene
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ALBANIA tour – Rozafa, Skadar lake, Niagara waterfalls, Shkodra

14.ALBANIA tour – Rozafa, Skadar lake, Niagara waterfalls, Shkodra

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 10 reviews · 6 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $142

Explore Shkodra, Rozafa Castle, Niagara Waterfall, and Lake Skadar on a private day trip from Podgorica with hotel pickup.

“Tamara was a wonderful tour guide. She was very knowledgeable about the region and the locations we visited. She was also very accommodating and gave us as much time as we wanted at each location. I highly recommend the tour.”

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