Sunset boat tour Lake Skadar: Wooden čun, wine & swim

Two hours across Lake Skadar: a wooden boat, wine at sunset, and a swim in clear water

A two-hour sunset boat tour on Lake Skadar departing from Virpazar aboard a traditional wooden čun, with an English-speaking guide, wine and refreshments, a swim in the lake, and views of Lesendro fortress and the three islands. The tour includes the National Park Lake Skadar fee and safety equipment. You bring a swimsuit and towel.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset boat tour on Lake Skadar

• Start journey in Virpazar village
• Boat ride to Lesendro fortress
• Sail through three islands and channels
• Enjoy wine and swim in lake

The experience

The boat leaves Virpazar, a small fishing village on Lake Skadar's shore, and heads toward Lesendro fortress, an ancient structure where birds dry their wings on the walls. The wooden čun, a traditional flat-bottomed boat, carries you across water that stays clear enough to swim in. Your guide narrates the journey in English or Serbian, pointing out the over 280 bird species that inhabit the lake and its surroundings.

From the fortress, the route turns toward the three islands called gorice, where narrow channels wind through lotus flowers and reeds. Wine and juice come aboard as the sun descends, and you're free to jump into the lake for a swim before the light fades. The combination of the boat's slow pace, the narrow passages through vegetation, and the timing of the sunset shapes the whole rhythm of the tour.

Life vests and safety gear are provided. You'll need to bring a swimsuit and towels. The operator does not arrange transportation to or from Virpazar, and parking is not available on-site. The National Park Lake Skadar entrance fee is included in the booking.

What’s included

• English or Serbian-speaking guide.
• traditional wooden boat.
• wine and juice.
• life vests and safety equipment.
• National Park Lake Skadar entrance fee.
• a swim in the lake.

Before you book

Days and timesThursday to SaturdayDeparts at 15:00Last departure this season: 31 Oct

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (15 and older) · Youth (12 to 14 years) · Child (5 to 11 years) · Infant (under 5): free

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish and Serbian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated today

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Kingfisher

Is this one for you?Small groups work well on the wooden čun, and the two-hour window fits easily into an afternoon or evening in the region. If you want a guided experience on the water with wine and swimming rather than a land-based tour, this boat's narrow draft and traditional design let you reach the channels and islands that larger vessels can't access.

Traveler reviews

5.00★★★★★★★★★★

6 verified traveler reviews

Read all the reviews ›

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Serbian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 14 years); Child (5 to 11 years); Infant (under 5): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How many bird species live around Lake Skadar?

Over 280 bird species inhabit the lake and its surroundings, and you'll see them throughout the tour, especially perched on the walls of Lesendro fortress.

What is a čun and why does it matter for this tour?

A čun is a traditional wooden flat-bottomed boat built for shallow, narrow waters. It lets the tour navigate the tight channels around the three islands and through the lotus flowers and reeds that a larger vessel couldn't reach.

Can I swim in Lake Skadar during the tour?

Yes, you can swim in the lake's clear waters during the tour. Bring a swimsuit and towels. Life vests are provided and you'll be in the boat with your guide the whole time.

What does the wine and refreshments include?

The tour includes local wine and juice served aboard as the sun sets. Meals and lunch are not included.

Do I need to arrange my own way to Virpazar?

Yes, the operator does not provide transportation to or from Virpazar. You'll need to arrange your own arrival at the departure point in the village.