The 10 Best National Park Trips in Serbia

1.Full-Day Trip from Belgrade: Tara National Park & The Drina River Valley

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · 11 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $138Our pick

Leave Belgrade at 8 a.m. for Western Serbia with an English-speaking guide such as Nina or Jelena. See the Drina River House, Tara National Park, Zelenika, and Banjska Stena. Expect a long but rewarding day, winding mountain roads, a 2-kilometer walk, and a maximum of seven people.

“Wad obe of my best tours, the pkaces, foid, company and the most important our guide Nina and driver Drajan were really fabulous and super helpful, highly recommend”

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2.Tara National Park & Drina River Valley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 68 reviews · 11 hours · from $135

Travel from Belgrade with an English-speaking guide such as Jelena or Nina to the Drina Valley, the famous river house, and Tara National Park. Expect a long but rewarding day in an air-conditioned car or minivan, with photo stops, a short hike to Banjska Stena, and lunch by the river.

“The trip was lovely! First of all, the driver Ranko was extremely careful and great driver, we definitely felt safe with him. Jelena shared many good and informative stories with us and was very engaged and attentive during whole trip. The views are amazing and even though we visited many places, the trip didn't feel rushed. Jelena gave us enough time to take pictures and enjoy the places. The highlight was definitely the surprise at the House on Rock. Join the tour to see what was it!”

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3.Iron Gate Tour: Golubac Fortress, Lepenski Vir+National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 42 reviews · 10 hours · from $128Best value

Spend 10 hours from Belgrade exploring Golubac Fortress, Lepenski Vir, and Djerdap National Park in a small group of up to 10. English-speaking guides such as Milos, Novica, and Stepan lead the day, with river views, archaeology, and a scenic stop at Kapetan Misin Breg.

“Very good tour, Novica was very nice and knew a lot about Serbian history and culture. recommended!”

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4.Full Day Trip from Belgrade: Uvac Nature Reserve Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 13 to 14 hours (approx.) · from $180

Leave Belgrade at 6 a.m. for Uvac Nature Reserve, about four hours away. Cruise 12 kilometers through the meanders, visit Serbia’s Ice Cave, then hike 1.1 kilometers to Veliki Vrh viewpoint. The small English-speaking group includes transport and hotel pickup, but lunch and the €25 reserve fee cost extra.

“Stunning view, both giude and driver were amazing. Only thing i would change to include some Monastaries i think on the road was one of the oldest”

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5.From Zlatibor/Užice: Mokra Gora & Tara National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 8 hours · from $140

Travel from Zlatibor or Užice with an English-speaking guide to the Šargan Eight railway, Drvengrad, Tara National Park, Banjska Stena, and the Drina River House. Tickets, transport, water, and hotel pickup are included. The day is scenic and full, but walking time is limited.

“We had an excellent day!! Our guide was super professional and organised and so informed on many subjects. We highly recommend this tour!!”

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6.National park Tara – private day tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · 13 to 14 hours (approx.) · from $198

Spend 13 to 14 hours exploring western Serbia in a private car with pickup from your Belgrade accommodation. See the Drina River House, Perucac, and Banjska Stena, then visit Mećavnik, Emir Kusturica’s wooden village. Guides have included Roger and Željko, and the tour runs in English.

“Our tour took approximately 12 hours total. Here are my thoughts: 1. Although Tara park is beautiful I would not recommend taking a tour of this length or cost to get there. I would say that the park and associated side trips are worth seeing, but not worth getting there. 2. Our driver Darko was friendly, but did not have detailed knowledge of the sites and history. For example at the last stop (Mecavnik) I said this was built specifically to film a movie as that is what I recalled the itinerary had mentioned. He said no it was built as a resort for a film festival. If he had…”

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7.From Zlatibor/Užice: Tara National Park Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 8 hours · from $135

Travel with an English-speaking guide such as Srdjan or Radenko from Zlatibor or Užice into Tara National Park. You’ll see Zaovine and Perućac lakes, learn about Pančić’s spruce, hike Janjač Peak, and photograph Banjska Stena.

“My wife and I went on a tour with Srjan and had such a good time. The nature was beautiful, but honestly Srjan made the whole experience even better. He's really interesting to talk to, super caring, and just a genuinely nice guy. We felt so comfortable with him and never had a dull moment. Definitely recommend doing a tour with him if you get the chance”

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8.Kopaonik national park & Ski resort-full day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 14 hours · from $210

Travel from Belgrade to Kopaonik with an English-speaking guide, private transport, national park entry, and five hours of free time. Ski in winter, walk to viewpoints in warmer months, or enjoy Pancic Peak and the resort without arranging the day yourself.

“The guide was very helpful and solved all my problems. I like him”

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9.Drina River House & Tara National Park Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · 12 hours · from $235

Travel from Belgrade with an English-speaking driver to the House on the Drina, Tara National Park, and mountain viewpoints. This private 12-hour trip includes pickup, parking, fuel, and an English audio guide. Guide Milos can also suggest lunch and local raspberry jam.

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10.Mokra Gora and Tara National Park Full-Day Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.)

Travel privately from Zlatibor or Užice with an English-speaking guide such as Marko. Ride the Šargan Eight railway, visit Drvengrad and Mokra Gora, then reach Banjska Stena for views over Perućac Lake and the Drina River Canyon. Train and Drvengrad entry cost extra.

“I had a great tour with Marko who spoke excellent English and was very knowledgeable about the area and its history. I loved the Šargan Eight train.”

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