Mostar & Kravica Waterfall Day Trip from Split with Guide

Summary

Walk Mostar’s old bridge taste Bosnian food swim at Kravica falls

You’ll cross borders and time zones on this day trip from Split to Mostar & Kravica Waterfall. Walk across Mostar’s storied bridge, share laughs with locals over Bosnian street food, then cool off at Kravica’s bright pools before heading home tired but changed.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I remember is the bus rolling over the border into Bosnia & Herzegovina — the landscape just shifted, somehow softer and greener, with these quiet stone villages tucked along the road. Our guide, Ana, kept us awake with stories about Počitelj (which I’d never even heard of). She pointed out the old fortress on a hill, half hidden by fig trees, and joked that if we climbed it we’d need “Bosnian coffee strength.” The air smelled like wild herbs when we stepped off for photos. I’m still not sure what plant that was — sage? Something else?

Mostar hit me in the chest a bit. You walk across Stari Most and it’s not just a bridge — you can feel how many lives have crossed it, even though it looks delicate from far away. Our local guide (I think his name was Emir?) told us about the city’s history, how people used to jump off the bridge for luck or love or just because they could. He laughed when someone in our group asked if he’d ever done it (“Not sober!”). We wandered through narrow lanes smelling of grilled meat and fresh bread — I tried cevapi for lunch, messy but so good. There’s something about eating with your hands in a place like that.

Kravica Waterfall was louder than I expected — you hear it before you see it, this white roar behind green leaves. Some people swam (I didn’t bring a suit, which I kind of regret now), but I just sat on a rock and let my feet dangle in the cold water while kids splashed nearby. The sun came out right as we were leaving, making everything shimmer for a second. On the drive back to Split I kept thinking about that sound — water crashing down — and how sometimes you don’t need words for a place to stick with you.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Mostar and Kravice Waterfall tour

• Meet at pre-arranged point
• Travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina
• Visit Počitelj heritage site
• Guided walk on Mostar Old Bridge
• Free time for shopping or tasting local food
• Visit Kravice Waterfalls
• Swim and refresh at waterfalls
• Return to Split

Top questions

How long is the day trip from Split to Mostar & Kravica Waterfall?

The tour lasts approximately one full day including transfers; exact timing depends on traffic and border crossing conditions.

Is hotel pickup included for this tour?

No hotel pickup; meeting points are at Gray Line offices in Split or Trogir.

Do I need my passport for this tour?

Yes, a valid passport is required for crossing into Bosnia & Herzegovina.

Can I swim at Kravica Waterfall?

Yes, swimming is allowed if time permits; bring a swimsuit if you plan to swim.

Are entrance fees included in the price?

No; entrance fee to Kravica Waterfall (€10) and border crossing fee (€5) are payable in cash at the meeting point.

Is lunch included during the day trip?

No lunch included; there is free time in Mostar to buy local food such as cevapi or burek.

Is this tour suitable for children or families?

Yes; infants can ride in prams or strollers and all fitness levels are welcome.

Will there be an English-speaking guide?

Yes; both your main guide and local Mostar guide speak English.

What’s included

Your day includes air-conditioned transport from Split or Trogir, all road tolls and VAT covered, plus an official English-speaking tour guide throughout. In Mostar you’ll join a guided walking tour led by a local expert before having free time for lunch or shopping. Entrance fees to Kravica Waterfall and border crossing charges are paid separately in cash at departure.