| Duration: | 8 Hour(s) - 0 Minute(s) |
| Tour Category: | Snowshoeing |
SNOWSHOEING AT BJELASICA
During the winter months, when snow covers the entire land, the snowshoeing arrangement is the ideal choice because you don't need special skills.
While the skiers carve up the groomed runs of Kolašin 1450 and 1600, a quieter, more ethereal adventure awaits on the open ridges of Bjelasica. Snowshoeing in this mountain range is often described as "cloud walking." Unlike the jagged, limestone walls of Durmitor, Bjelasica is characterized by gentle, rolling volcanic peaks that, when covered in a thick blanket of snow, create a vast, undulating desert of white.
1. The Route: From Ski Lift to Silent Peaks
One of the most popular snowshoeing experiences begins with a literal lift. You can take the six-seater Viline Vode ski lift from the base station, instantly bypassing the steep forest climb and arriving at the high-altitude ridges.
The Ključ Peak Hike: From the top of the lift, a 5-6km trail leads toward Ključ Peak. On a clear day, the 360-degree views are staggering, stretching from the Komovi massifs to the distant peaks of Prokletije (the Accursed Mountains).
Vranjak Katun: Many winter tours trek to the nomadic summer village of Vranjak. In winter, these traditional wooden huts are half-buried in snow, looking like a scene from a fairy tale. It’s the perfect spot to stop for a thermos of hot tea and a picnic lunch.
2. Why Bjelasica?
Bjelasica is arguably the best range in Montenegro for snowshoeing because of its safety and terrain. Its rounded summits mean the avalanche risk is generally lower than in steeper ranges (though a guide is still essential), and the "open" nature of the mountain means you are constantly bathed in winter sunlight rather than trapped in dark canyons.
3. 2026 Practical Tips
Night Tours: For a unique twist, several operators in Kolašin now offer torch-lit night snowshoeing. Walking through the silent, frozen forest by the glow of a headlamp is a surreal experience.
Gear & Guides: Don't attempt to navigate the plateaus alone; winter fog can roll in and erase the horizon in minutes. Local agencies like Gold Travel or Balkan Adventure provide full kits (snowshoes, gaiters, poles) and expert guides, payable per person.
The "Kacamak" Reward: After a day of burning calories in the cold, head back to Kolašin for a bowl of Kacamak—a heavy, traditional mountain dish of mashed potatoes, flour, and local cheese that is the ultimate winter "fuel."
Program:
An arrangement starts from Kolasin, where it is organized, to the ski resort Kolasin 1450 ( jeep vehicles or minibus, depending on the number of participants ).
After preparation, we reach the top with the ski lift “Viline Vode “ (six seats), from where we start snowshoeing to Kljuc. On arrival in Kljuc, from the Chapel, extend a unique view of the surrounding mountain peaks such as Komovi, Sinjavina, and Prokletije, and also a magnificent view of Kolasin town.
After the break of tea and coffee, the trail leads downhill to the monastery Cirilovac, and over Izlasci follows descending to forest paths to “Bijeli Potok“, where lunch (national cuisine).
Price includes transfer from Kolasin, English-speaking guide, snowshoe rental, spats, trekking sticks, ski lift ticket, and lunch.
Minimum number of participants - 4 people.
