Green Visions Outdoor Adventure Brochure

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Ths s or home, and we love to

mae vstors welome. For over a

deade, weve been organsng tors,

poneerng new atvt es and reatng

adventros tnerares. We belevethat a holday s most rewardng wh en

t provdes yo wth an nsght nto

the loal ltre whle treadng lghtly

pon the earth. Thats why we alled

or travel ompany Green Vsons.

Yor trp to Bosna and Herzegovna

wont jst provde yo wth fantast

photos and memorable stores. Yoll

also have the satsfaton of nowng

yor ontrbton has helped

spport eonom development and

envronmental proteton n the

regon. We hope yo enjoy yor

holday wth s and loo forward toseeng yo agan. Brave Eough?

Bosna and Herzegovna s no ordnary

destnaton. Yoll be enonterng a

nqe ltre, havng nforgettable

eperenes and eplorng some

of Eropes most sen wlderness

areas. At the end of yor Bosnan

adventre yoll have stores and

memores to last a lfetme.

Imagine a land where you can hike through anunspoilt wilderness, explore timeless villages andfeel the surge of adrenaline as you raft down a fast-

owing river. The people are friendly and theres

a comfortable bed waiting at the end of your days

adventures. Welcome to Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Gvng somethng ba On all Green Vsons tors, yo wll be helpng ontrbte tosstanable development thats eo-frendly wherever possble. We are ommtted tospportng projets n all the areas where we be, he, raft and amp.

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HIGHLIGHTSQet wals throghntohed and rggednatre.

Scale Magli, Bosnia andHerzegovnas hghest pea.

Wander through Peruica,one of Eropes lastremanng medeval forests.

Swm the lear waters of theRatna and Neretva rvers.

Beatfl wals throghotBosna and Herzegovna,Bjelanica, Bukovik, vrsnica,Prenj, Romanja, StjesaNatonal Par, Vele,Visoica, Vranica, Zelengora.


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greatoutdoors

Green Visions oers guided tours in three

levels of diculty; Green Walks, Green Hikes,

and Green Adventures. The tours are custom

designed to your liking and range from one-day

trips to ve-day adventurous trips. We take into

consideration your, physical disposition, interests

and preferences when designing the tours.

Because of our knowledge of the terrain, we are

able to oer many variations on each of the tours

in our repertoire. No matter what your interestsor physical condition, we will be able to take you

to a place that will return you healthier mentally,

physically and spiritually. Our one and two-day

trips are specially planned literally week by week

to oer the most comfortable and attractive time

to see each area. Our two to ve-day guided walks

and hikes take you through beautiful rugged

mountain ranges, with rare endemic owers, trees

and medicinal plant life.

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FACT FILEPerod: Every Wednesday,Frday and by reqest

category: Green He(low to medium diculty)

Total Walng Tme:3 hors

Pre:45 (4 grop mnmm)

Departre Tme:08:00 AM

Departre Plae:We wll p yo panywhere n Sarajevo

Estmated Tme of Retrn:20:00 PM

What to Brng:Hng boots arereommended / Strdywalng shoes, day pa,1 ltre of water, ran gear,eece, sun hat and camera.Brng swmmng gear n aseyo want to swm.

What s inlded:Transport from Sarajevo tolocation and back, coeeor tea, lnh and snas,one Englsh speang, fllyeqpped and eperened

gde, and admsson to theNatonal Par.

Optons:2 and 5 day walng trpsarond one of Eropes lastremanng medeval forests

Please contact us if you

need any equipment.


OnE dAy HikiNG TRiP

Get close to nature and soak up the majestic

scenery of Sutjeska National Park, one of the

natural treasures of the region. After a two-hour

drive from Sarajevo, we arrive in the deep and

picturesque canyon of Sutjeska River. Hiking

boots are needed as we veer o to Dragos S addle

and take a peek at the Skakavac waterfall deep

in Peruicas valley. Trekking through the forest,

youll notice its thick and teeming with endemic

ora. From here well walk to Prijevor for more

incredible views. With rugged mountains fram-

ing the landscape, many have compared the

experience to Yosemite. At the edge of the forest

we descend towards the glacier lake Trnovako,

set within a huge amphitheatre of rocky peaks.

Weather permitting, we enjoy an icy cold swim

(only for the very t) followed by a tasty lunch in

the midst of this awe-inspiring landscape. After

lunch we head back to civilization, enjoying the

soft glow of the setting sun above Zelengora and

Magli, Bosnias highest peak.

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OnE dAy HikiNG TRiP

Life in the Dinaric Mountains moves

to the ageless rhythms of the past,

and this one-day trip oers unique

insights. After an hour and a halfs

drive we arrive in Lukomir, Bosnias

highest and most isolated mountain

village. The traditional lifestyles

of the Dinaric highlanders are still

practiced here, providing a unique

window into Europes past. Traditional

dress is still worn, and goes hand in

hand with the more familiar signs

of everyday life, such as electricity

and running water. On the edge of

the village you will be treated to a

breathtaking view of Rakitnica Canyon,

which drops 800m below, as well as

the neighbouring Obalj and Visoica mountains.

We will introduce you to the villagers and you

can learn rst-hand how they live in this beautiful

but dicult environment. Next we hike to the

40-metre Perue Waterfall before returning to

Gornji (upper) Lukomir for a traditional homemade

lunch prepared by our hosts . At the end of the day

you will also have the opportunity to see and

purchase local handicrafts.

FACT FILEPerod: Every Tesday andThrsday and by reqest

category: Green He(low to medium diculty)


Pre: 40 (4 grop mnmm)




What to Brng:Hng boots are reommended

/ strdy walng shoes, day

pa, 1 ltre of water, ran gear,

sn hat and amera.

What s inlded:Transport from Sarajevo to

location and back, coee or tea,

lnh and snas, one Englsh

speang, flly eqpped and

experened gde.

Optons:We organze overnght stays

for those of yo nterested

n experenng vllage lfe,

seeng several vllages and the

Ratna anyon.7 hor rlar he arond

Lomr and umoljan vllages

2 and 4 day treng trps

along the old aravan rotes on

Bjelana

Please contact us if you need

any equipment.

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OnE dAy HikiNG TRiP

Get close to the land and drink your ll from the

fresh, pure water sources along the way. From

the traditional Bosnian mosque in the village of

Umoljani we trek to the Seven Watermills used

for centuries to grind wheat into our. We hug the

ridge until Rakitnica Canyon opens up before us.

After a 20-minute hike uphill we reach the cascades

of Studeni Potok. Here, at cert ain times of the year,

the stream fall s 400 metres into the canyon below.

Following the stream , we hit Studeno Polje (Fields)

and the serpent-like formations of Studeni Potok

(Stream). Here well have a superb view of Obalj

and the long at valley of Studeno Polje.

The shepherds summer village of Gradina is just

up the road, and a short walk from the village

where we started our trip. The views and cool

breezes coming o of Visoica and Treskavica

are guaranteed to rid your mind of the stresses of

everyday life. And if that s not enough, we will end

the day with a stroll among the medieval Christian

tombstones perched on a gentle hill just below

Umoljani.

We also organize two to four day trips in this area,

including a beautiful hike to Lukomir, the highest

inhabited village in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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FACT FILEDate:Every Frday and by reqest

category: Green Wal(medium diculty)

Total Walng Tme:3-4 hors





What to Brng:Hng boots arereommended/ strdywalng shoes, day pa, 1ltre of water, ran gear, snhat and amera.

What s inlded:Transport from Sarajevo tolocation and back, coeeor tea, lnh and snas,one Englsh speang, flly-eqpped and eperenedgde.

Please contact us if youneed any equipment.



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OnE dAy HikiNG TRiP

If youre fascinated by the relics of days gone by,

youll love this walk. Just over an hours ride from

Sarajevo, well begin our trek from the village

of Kraljeva Sutjeska - home of the centuries-old

Franciscan Monastery, Sveti Ivo (Saint John). We

follow the picturesque valley of Bukovica Stream

beneath the soothing shade of the ancient beech

forest. Moving deeper into the valley, we gently

ascend on a well-maintained trail to reach the

ruins of the 14th century citadel that was one of

the last residences of the Bosnian kings. This will

be our lunch spot high in the hills.

Returning the way we came, well take a short

walk to the Franciscan Monastery that served this

area in the Middle Ages, well before the Ottoman

conquest. Its a cultural heritage site of Bosnia and

Herzegovina, and weve put in a special request to

open the doors for you.

FACT FILEDate:Every Wednesdayand by reqest

category: Green He(medium diculty)




Plae: We wll p yo panywhere n Sarajevo


What to Brng:Hng boots arereommended/ strdywalng shoes, day pa, 1ltre of water, ran gear, snhat and amera.

What s inlded:Transport from Sarajevo tolocation and back, coeeor tea, lnh and snas,one Englsh speang, flly-eqpped and eperenedgde.

Please contact us if youneed any equipment.


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itssplendour

TWO dAy HikiNG TRiP

A true journey of discovery combined

with great hiking on the lush green

slopes of Zelengora mountain range.

Enjoy exquisite views of Bosnia and

Herzegovinas rugged border and climb

Magli, the countrys highest peak.

DAY ONE: After a two-hour drive througheastern canyons and forests we enter Bosnia

and Herzegovinas oldest National Park and

venture up a dirt road to the heart of the park

Zelengora. At Donje Bare well park the vehicle

and take a short walk and leave our packs at the

mountain hut at Donje Bare. Pyramid Peak is our

destination. From here the countrys highest

peak towers above - Magli at 2,386 metres.

Youll also see Volujaks rock face barrier and the

1,200-metre deep canyon of the Sutjeska River.

Well return via Gornje Bare to the hut to completethis magnicent ve-hour hike.

DAY TWO: We oer two options - a strenuoushike up to Magli or a leisurely walk to Trnovako

Lake. The day starts with a drive to Peruica

medieval forest, a t rue gem in terms of wildlife and

the large number of endemic plants. The park also

includes Bosnia and Herzegovinas impressive

mountain Magli, named after the thick fog that

often surround its rocky peak. We briey stop at

Drago Sedlo with its colourful view of Peruica

forest. The lonely waterfall Skakavac plunges

75 metres down into the dark spruce and beech

forest.

Here we will split the group into those who are

interested in a strenuous four-hour hike up to

Magli at 2,386 meters and those who prefer an

easy two- hour hike to Trnovako lake. At the end of

the day we will all meet up again at the Trnovako

Glacier Lake, set in a huge amphitheatre of rocky

peaks. After a well-deserved break we nd our

way back to the vehicle and return to Sarajevo,

with photos and memories to treasure.

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FACT FILEDates: 21 May, 21 Jne, 11Jly, 05 Ag, 20 Ag, 12 Sep,28 Sep, 08 Ot, 22 Ot andby reqest

category: Green Adventre(medium and high diculty)

Total Walng Tme:Day one - 5 hors,Day two Magli 9 hours orTrnovako Lake 4 hours

Pre:105 (11-15 partpants),135 (5-10 partpants)

Departre Tme: 08:00 AMDepartre Plae: We wll pyo p anywhere n Sarajevo

Est Tme of Retrn: 20:00 PM

What to Brng: Hng bootsare essental, poet nfe, snglasses, sn ream, 1 ltre ofwater, personal hygene t,eece/jumper, swimming gear,towel, ran gear, hange oflothes (e.g. dry sos, T-shrt& nderwear, trosers), and a20-30 lter bapa.

What s inlded: Transportfrom Sarajevo to loatonand back, coee or tea,breafast(1), lnh(2),dnner(1) and snas,aommodaton n Hotel

Mladost, admsson to theNational Park and Peruicaforest, one flly-eqppedand eperened gde.

What s Not inlded:Fshng lense and drnsat the hotel.

Please contact us if you

need any equipment.


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pilgrimage

FIVE dAy HikiNG TRiP

This is one of the most amazing

adventures Bosnia and Herzegovina

has to oer. Explore ancient Peruica

forest, Bosnias highest peak, and

several high mountain lakes.

DAY ONE:

We depart Sarajevo for

Sutjeska National Park. After arriving

in the park, we set o to the tranquil

lake of Donje Bare where we walk

through beech forest and mountainous

terrain to the summit of Planinica

(1,772m). Our next destination is

Gornje Bare lake, which we reach via

a slippery scree and boulder-covered

slope. At the lake we break for lunch.

Well return via Gornje Bare to the hut

to complete this fantastic ve-hour

hike and transfer back to the hotel in

Tjentite.

DAY TWO:Transfer to Orlovako Lakein a remote and relatively unknown

area of the Zelengora mountain range.

From the lake we set o for Brego

mountain along an unmarked path over

open grassland. We walk through a

steep valley before coming to the foot

of a rising ridge that leads us to the

summit of Brego. After a short break

we hike down to the various lakes of

Zelengora. The day ends with a swim at

Orlovako and an early dinner.

DAY THREE: The drive to Peruica medievalforest takes just over 45 minutes. The park is

a true gem in terms of the wildlife and large

number of endemic plants, and it also includes

Bosnia and Herzegovinas highest mountain,

Magli, named after the thick fog that often

surround its rocky peak . We leave our car behind

at a viewpoint, Drago Sedlo, with its memorable

view of the one of two remaining medieval forests

in Europe - Peruica. We see the lovely waterfal l

Skakavac plunging 75metres down into the dark

forest. Next, we disappear into the magical forest

of tall spruce and beech trees. The four to five-

hour hike will be over before you know it. As the

sun sets we drive back to the hotel.

DAY FOuR: Transfer to Lokva Derneitewhere we start our days walk through forest

and mountainous terrain. The ascent of Magli

Mountain will take us approximately four hours

over mountain trails with steep cliffs and is by

far the most demanding part of todays hike.

(Please note that this part of the tr ip is not for those

afraid of heights!) With each step we rise above

the surrounding peaks scattered around the park,

until at last we reach Magli, Bosnias highest peak.Its the perfect lunch spot, with its s tunning views

of Montenegro and emerald-green Trnovako

Lake. It will ta ke us about three hours to descend

to Trnovako, where we have ample time to enjoy

the cooling waters and awesome views. From the

lake we hike back to Prijevor for the ride ba ck to

the hotel in Tjentite.

DAY FiVE: Transfer and return to Sarajevo.

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aytourFACT FILEDate: 01 Jne; 06 Jly; 01Ag; 19 Sep and by reqest

category: Green Adventre(medium and high diculty)

Total Walng Tme:Day one: 5 hors / Day two: 5to 6 hors / Day three: 5 to 6hors / Day for: 9 hors


Departre Tme: 08:00 AM

Departre Plae: We wll p

yo p anywhere n Sarajevo


What to Brng: Hng bootsare reommended/ Strdywalking shoes, ash light,poet nfe, sn glasses,sn ream, 1 ltre of water,personal hygiene kit, eece/jmper, ran & swmmnggear, towel, hange of lothes(e.g. dry sos, T-shrt &nderwear, trosers), 30 to 40lter bapa.

What s inlded: transportfrom Sarajevo to loatonand back, coee or tea,breafast(4x), lnh(4x),dnner(4x) and snas,

one flly-eqppedand experened gde,aommodaton n HotelMladost (2 stars).

Optons: We also oer 3, 4and 6 day trps to StjesaNatonal Par wth or wthotampng. Please ontat s formore nformaton, pres anddepartre dates.


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DAY TWO: After breakfast, we trek across thenorthern part of Bjelanica towards Lokvanjsko,

a tiny lake perched high in the mountains. After

a short break by the lake with its numerous frogs,

endemic salamanders and water snakes, we set

o to Vlahinja summit. After one and a half hours,

we arrive at the peak with its exceptional view

of the Olympic skiing resort of Babin Do. Here

we enjoy a picnic lunch before hiking to Sitnik

through the beautiful mountainous terrain of

Bjelanicas interior. The hut is a lonely reminder

of Bosnias mountaineering past. We return to our

hut to pick up our overnight gear, and then circle

back around the lake while being treated to great

views of Hranisava and Krvavac.


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Caravanroute

TWO dAy HikiNG TRiP

DAY ONE: We trek to Green Visionsmountain hut on Bjelanica Mountain,

hiking up the opposite side of the

Olympic Ski Slopes, away from the

more crowded routes. The hike willtake us through a pine and beech

forest up to the Gate of Wind where,

depending on the weather, you may be

greeted by a warm breeze or a piercing

south wind. From here we traverse

up to a small shepherds hut. Well

have lunch and enjoy the views of the

southeast side of Bjelanica.

At this point we start our one-hour

climb to the top of Hranisava. The slope

is rather steep in some places but

oers lovely views of central Bosnia

and Herzegovina and almost all the

main mountains in the Central Dinaric

Alps. From the top well continue hiking

down to Kronje, a traditional summer

settlement for shepherds coming from

as far away as apljina in Herzegovina.

Kronje is at the foot of Krvavac, a

magnicent peak partially surrounded

by pine brush. Locals say that it is the

place where bears sleep over winter.

After a brief rest in this wild place, we

head back to our cosy mountain hut for

a good nights rest.

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FACT FILEDates: 07 May; 14 May; 28May; 04 Jne; 18 Jne; 25Jne; 02 Jly; 23 Jly; 02Ag; 13 Ag; 27 Ag; 17 Sep;24 Sep; 01 Ot; 15 Ot andby reqest

category: Green Adventre(medium diculty)

Total Walng Tme:Day one - 5-6 hors,Day two - 6-7 hors


Departre Tme: 09:00 AM

Departre Plae: We wll pyo p anywhere n Sarajevo

Estmate Tme of Retrn:19:00 PM

What to Brng: Hng bootsreommended/Strdywalng shoes, sleepng bag,ash light, pocket knife, sunglasses, sn ream, 1,5 lterof water, personal hygenekit, eece/jumper, rain gear,towel, hange of lothes(e.g. dry sos, T-shrt &nderwear, trosers), 30 to40 lter bapa.

What s inlded: transport

from Sarajevo to loatonand ba, aommodatonin mountain hut, coee ortea, breafast(1), lnh(2),dnner(1) and snas,one flly-eqpped andeperened gde.


any equipment.


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FOUR dAy HikiNG TRiP

DAY ONE:Green Visions mountain huton Bjelanica Mountain, hiking up the

opposite side of the Olympic Ski Slopes.

Well have lunch and enjoy the hills

and bare peaks of the southeast side of

Bjelanica.

Starting our one-hour climb to the top

of Hranisava. Oering lovely views of

central Bosnia and Herzegovina and

almost all the main mountains in the

Central Dinaric Alps. Kronje is at the

foot of Krvavac, a magnicent peak

partially surrounded by pine brush.

After a brief rest in this wild place we

head back to our cosy mountain hut for

a good nights rest.

DAY TWO:We trek across the northern

part of Bjelanica towards Lokvanjsko, a

tiny lake perched high in the mountains.

Arriving at Vlahinja summit with its rare

view of the Olympic skiing resort of

Babin Do. We return to our hut to pick up

our overnight gear, and then circle back

around the lake while being treated to

great views of Hranisava and Krvavac.

DAY THREE: We leave our basecamp at Stanari hut and continue

over Bjelanica ridge to our nal goal

today, Umoljani village. Along the way

we may meet the occasional shepherd

with his sheep grazing on the steep

slopes of Bjelanica. After one and a

half hours, we begin our gradual climb

to Greda, a beautiful pass in between

Krvavac (Bjelanicas second highest

peak) and Debela Brda. Here we are treated to views

of Bjelanicas highest peaks, Treskavica, Visoica,

Zelengora, Jahorina mountains. While walking through

soft mountain grass we wind our way down to

Grkarica spring, a true lifesaver in the warm months

of summer. We continue along the valley, arriving at

the beautiful summer village of Gradina and todays

nal destination, Umoljani village.

DAY FOuR:This hike oers it all: amazing scenery,old water mills, and stunning views of Rakitnica

canyon. From the traditional Bosnian mosque in the

village of Umoljani we trek to the Seven Watermills

used for centuries to grind wheat into our. We hug

the ridge until Rakitnica Canyon opens up before us.

After a 20-minute hike uphill we reach the cascades

of Studeni Potok. Here, at certain times of the year,

the stream falls 400 metres into the canyon below.

Following the stream, we hit Studeno Polje (Fields)

and the serpent-like formations of Studeni Potok

(Stream). Here well have a superb view of Obalj and

the long at valley of Studeno Polje.

From the Studeni we hike along Obaljs side to the

40-metre Perue Waterfall. All along, you will be

treated to amazing views and cool breezes coming

o of Visoica and Treskavica. Arriving in Lukomir,Bosnias highest and most isolated mountain village.

The traditional lifestyles of the Dinaric highlanders

are still practiced here.

After lunch, we return via Dugo Polje, a long eld

anked by Bjelanica and Obalj. The trail is well

maintained by people from the local villages. From

the village we walk down to Umoljani, zigzagging

along cultivated elds, where we will be picked up

and transferred back to Sarajevo.

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FACT FILEDate: 19 May; 09 Jne; 23 Jne;

14 Jly; 25 Ag; 15 Sep; 06 Ot

and by reqest

category: Green Adventre

(medium and high diculty)

Total Walng Tme:

Day one: 5-6 hors / Day two:

6-7 hors / Day three: 6-7 hors

/ Day for: 7 hors

Pre:

190 (11 to 15 partpants)225 (5 to 10 partpants)

Departre Tme:

09:00 AM DepartreDepartre Plae: We wll p



What to Brng: Hng bootsare reommended/Strdywalng shoes, sleepng bag,ash light, pocket knife, sunglasses, sn ream, 1 lterof water, personal hygenekit, eece/jumper, rain &swmmng gear, towel, hangeof lothes (e.g. dry sos,T-shrt & nderwear, trosers),40 to 50 lter bapa.

What s inlded:transportfrom Sarajevo to loaton

and back, coee or tea,

breafast(3x), lnh(4x),dnner(3x) and snas, one

flly-eqpped and experened

gde, aommodaton n

montan hts on Stanar and

umoljan vllage.

Optons: We also oer 3 and

5 day trps on Bjelana wth

or wthot ampng. Please

ontat s for more nformaton,

pres and departre dates


any equipment.


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tHeultimate

adventure

THREE dAy TRiP

An unforgettable trip that includes

a one-day trek, biking through the

Bjelanica and Visoica mountain

ranges and rafting through the

Neretva Canyon. Journey through the

wilderness, visit highland villages,

and experience the pristine ambience

that only the Neretva can provide.

You must be t for this journey, and it

requires some biking experience.

DAY ONE: Transfer to the Olympic skiing slopesfor a full day walk visiting Lukomir, Bosnia and

Herzegovinas highest village, and Umoljani

with its seven traditional watermills. Stay

overnight in mountain hut or tent depending on

availability.

DAY TWO: Full day biking in the Bjelanicaand Visoica mountains down to Konjic town.

Swimming in the Neretva river. Transfer to

Borako Lake, with magnicent views of the

Prenj peaks. Stay overnight in bungalow onBorako lake.

DAY THREE: Full day white water raftingexperience on the Neretva. Late lunch in Konjic

and transfer back to Sarajevo.

WALkiNG cONDiTiONS: This trek includes aone-day walk through moderate terrain, where you

will need to carry a daypack. We will walk between

four and ve hours, with a picnic lunch taken

on the way. The trails are not well maintained

and not well marked. Paths are often rough

and stony underfoot. The walk involves steady

ascents and descents (maximum 300 metres).

BikiNG cONDiTiONS:

A full day of mountain

biking over 50 to 70km of rough mountain

paths. You will be provided with good quality

mountain bikes and enjoy the company of your

experienced guide.

RAFTiNG cONDiTiONS: The rafting includesfour to ve hours of rafting through 23 km of

unspoilt canyon. You will be provided with all

necessary safety gear and a wet suit.

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FACT FILEDates: 17 Jne; 01 Jly; 29Jly; 02 Sep and by reqest

category:Hike (medium diculty),Biking(medium diculty),Raftng class 2 - 4 rapds

Total Atvty Hors:Day one - 5 hors hng;Day two - 5 hors bngDay three - 4 hors raftng

Pre:190 (11-15 partpants),235 (5 -10 partpants)

Departre Tme: 09:00 AMDepartre Plae: We wll p



What to Brng: Yo wll needthe followng: Walng shoes,

sneaers for bng, sandals

for rafting, sleeping bag, ash

lght, 1 lter of water, hat, sn

blo,small wash t, towel,

swimming costume, eece, rain

gear, 50 to 70 lter bapa,

poet nfe, hange of lothes,

and amera.

What s inlded:transportfrom Sarajevo to loaton

and ba, aommodaton

(montan ht, tent and osy

bungalows on Borako Lake),transport of gear to konj, all

meals (breafast on day 2 &

3, lnh on day 1,2 & 3, and

dnner on day 1 & 2), one/two

flly eqpped and experened

montan, bng, raftng gdes,

montan be, helmet,raftng and safety gear.

What s Not inlded:Etra drns n umoljan,Borako Lake and Konjic.


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Tara Rver RaftngEropes deepest anyon

The Tara is one of the four beautifulwhite water rivers in Bosnia and

Herzegovina oering professionally

guided rafting tours. Tara River ranks

among Europes best for class II - IV.

This river will pleasantly surprise

you with its stunning wilderness

and unforgettable landscapes. Our

skippers from Highlander are certied

by the International Raft ing Federation.

A jewel amongst the worlds natural

heritage spots, the Tara River boasts

the largest canyon in Europe. The river

follows the border with Montenegro,and is 140 kilometres of natural

wonder. The 1,300-metre canyon has

consistently generated some of the

best rafting and kayaking in Europe.

This oasis and protected area is well

established as a base for extreme

water sports as well as easy family

outings, theres something for just

about everyone.

Neretva Rver RaftngThe green emerald of HerzegovnaThe Neretva is the undoubted gem of Herzegovina,

owing over 100 kilometres from its mountainous

source into the Adriatic Sea. In the upper canyon,

where Green Visions partners opera te, you will nd

some of the most exciting rafting in Europe. Expec t

steep canyon walls, unspoilt ora and fauna, and a

wild ambience that only the Neretva can provide.

Our well-equipped team is ready to guide rst

timers or experienced rafters on a wonderful white

water adventure. This is a trip that can be enjoyed

by just about everyone. The water is very calm

during late summer, and the trip provides ample

opportunity to enjoy the canyon and its unique

ora and fauna.

Bosna and Herzegovna s well nown for ts whte water raftngadventres, so ts no srprse that the 2009 World RaftngChampionships were held on two of our best rivers. We oerprofessonally gded raftng tors on for beatfl whte waterrvers. Whether yore a nove or a pro, the rystal-lear waters ofor rvers and or prstne landsapes wll thrll and dazzle yo.

FACT FILEPerod:Every day and by reqest

category:Raftng (lass 2-4, dependngon the level of the water andthe season)

Total Atvty Hors:3 to 5 hors raftng

Pre:neretva40 Wth yor own transportand 60 wth or transport(mnmm grop of 6

persons)Tara

45 / 65 f stayng overnght

Departre Tme n konj:09:00 AM (Neretva)

Departre Tme n Foa:09: 30 AM or 16:00 PM fyo spend the nght n theanyon (Tara)

What to Brng:PASSPORT, (as we ross ntoMontenegro) Sneaers orsandals for n the water, 1lter of water, hat, sn blo,eece, rain gear, towel,hange of lothes, amera.

What s inlded:Breafast(1), lnh(1),safety gear, wet st,insurance, and certiedraftng sppers.

What s not inlded:Transport from Sarajevoto konj and Foa.


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ontWoWHeels

Mountain biking is a relatively new

sport in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

This has its advantages - we have

thousands of kilometres of trails

where mountain bikers can ride free!

Youll have unrestricted access to

dozens of highland trails that meander

through the regions most beautiful

countryside. Most bike trails are

ancient highland caravan routes that

connected mountain communities,

oering routes that are challenging

yet well maintained.

The best trails are located in the

heart of the Central Dinaric Alps,

not far from Sarajevo. The northwest

We Recomme ou tr our: Three day Adrenaline lled Hiking, Biking and Rafting Adventure across the Central Dinaric Alps

Stunning cross country mountain biking trip along the ancient highland villages on Bjelanica

Sarajevo war and tunnel tour

Sutjeska National Park single track jungle tour

frontiers, particularly around

the town of Bihac, also oer well

groomed biking trails, with ideal

terrain for road biking as well. We

organise both easy and strenuous

mountain biking trips on paved and

dirt roads, as well as single track and

free ride options in the mountains

around Sarajevo.

Dont want to travel with your bike

and gear, or perhaps youve left

them at home? No problem - we haveeverything you need, from bikes to

helmets and clothing. Just hop into

the saddle and youre on your way to

an unforgettable biking adventure.

oun iking...


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HIGHLIGHTS Sarajevo, the crossroads of ancient civilizations and t he

entre of old Ottoman lfe.

Kraljeva Sutjeska with its medieval royal fortress andFransan Monastery

Lukomir, Bosnias highest mountain village

Mostar - The oriental gem of Herzegovina

Beautiful samples of Ottoman architecture and designn Blagaj and Potelj

For thousands of years, Bosnia and Herzegovina

has been the crossroads of civilisations . Nowhere

else in Europe can you nd such a magical mix of

Europe and the Near East. The Slavs settled this

Balkan heartland in the 6th century and their

subsequent history has created the most multi-

ethnic society in southern Europe. Here you will

nd the great mystical Byzantine traditions,

the Romanesque inuence from the Franciscan

church, the small but signicant traces of the

Jewish communities that settled here in the 15th

century, and unmistakable oriental trappings ofthe Ottoman Empire. Bosnia and Herzegovina

is a natural wonderland, blessed with rugged

canyons, lush forests, crystal-clear rivers and

lakes, with a precious mlange of the cultures

and traditions that have evolved from this

mountainous region of the Southern Dinaric

Alps. It is a place that will stun you with its natural

beauty, inspire you with its cultural richness, and

touch you with its warm and genuine hospitality.

At Green Visions, were passionate about the

wonders of our homeland and look forward to

sharing them with you.

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Cultures

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insiderguide

Sarajevo is steeped in history, yet open and

welcoming to the visitor. It has bounced back from

the conict of the early 1990s, which became

infamous as the longest siege in modern European

history. The people of Sarajevo are resilient, and

youll quickly see that the Sarajevo of today has

shed the ghosts of its recent past.

Our team of multi-lingual guides will share

the tales and history of this fascinating city.

Youll encounter a rich tapestry of Ottoman and

Habsburg inuences, and see the spot where Franz

Ferdinand was assassinated, sparking the First

World War. But Sarajevo will also charm you with

its teeming caf culture and friendly hospitality.

Let us take you there.

Our unique 2.5 hour walking tour will guide

you through the old town, its tiny side streets

and the cultural hub in the city centre. Youll

see the sights, hear the sounds, and take away

an unforgettable impression of life in one of

Europes most fascinating capitals. If you want to

understand what makes Sarajevo special, theres

no better guide.


Total Tme:2.5 hors


Departre Plae:inat Hose/inat ka arossfrom the Natonal LbraryWhat to Brng: cty lothes,and amera .

What s inlded:

Eperened and nowledge-able ty gde, entrane toall plaes n the program(where possble).

Optons:Vst the Tnnel Msem,Sarajevos lfelne to theotsde world drng thesege of Sarajevo. Eplorethe Grasshopper waterfallswthn the Green Belt ofSarajevo.


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Herzegovina

Founded in the 15th century, Mostar is the jewel

of the Balkans. The architecture is a brilliant

combination of Turkish ingenuity with local

traditions of craftsmanship. Undoubtedly, you

will have heard much about this city, which was

tragically divided during the conict in the

early 1990s. You can still see the scars of war,

but these days Mostar is once again a warm and

bustling place with a fascinating history to be

encountered around every corner. We will spend

the late morning and early afternoon exploring

its unique sights. After lunch we take a 15-minute

drive to the nearby village of Blagaj, home of the

Buna Spring and the adjacent Ottoman house/

monastery. The spring here is amazing it ows

out of a 200m cli wall, and is the source of the

Buna River. The Ottoman sultan was impressed,

and ordered a Tekija to be built right next to it.

This 16th century house/monastery was built

for the Dervish cults and is still one of the most

mystical places in all of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

In Blagajs Old Town, the newly built heritage trail

provides a pleasant 30-45 minute walk around

the town. Sights include the Tekija house and the

17th century Velagi house, a beautiful example

of Ottoman masonry. In the vicinity you will also

come across old watermills that were formerly

driven by the fast-owing Buna River.


Total Tme: 4 hors

Pre:60 (4 grop mnmm),please ontat s for smallergrops




What to Brng:cty lothes, and amera

What s inlded:Eperened andnowledgeable ty gde,transport, entrane toall plaes n the program(where possble), and lnhoverloong the Star Most(Old Brdge).

Opton:Already n Mostar?Why not have Slejmanor gde meet yo there?in everyday lfe Slejmanwors as an arhtet and

has been dretly nvolvedn the restoraton of theOld Town, nldng the OldBrdge. Hs nsghtfl 2 horty tor of the old townstarts from 25 per person(2 grop mnmm).

Sites to see iclue:1. Anent orental old town2. Remats of the Ol Brige, 1566 3. kosMehmed Paa Mosqe, 1618-1619 4. Kriva uprija(Oblique Brige), 1558 5. kjndl Street - oldoppersmths street 6. Karaozbegova Mosque,1577 7. arda (Wath tower) 8. Bievia House(Traitioal Turkish house with courtar)9. Medresa (Mslm relgos seondary shool)

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Cleanand

proFFessional

In 2008 Green Visions became a

local partner of World Hotel Link

(www.whl.travel ), a global network

of travel websites catering to inde-

pendent travellers. whl.travel aims

to bring small and medium sized

accommodation and tour providers

into the e-marketplace.

As a local partner for whl.travel, we

cater for travellers who are looking

for an often-missing personal touch

in online services, not to mention

supporting family-owned and operated

B&Bs and home stays that oer great

benets to local communities. The goal

is to provide travellers with access to

smaller accommodations and tour

operators, where they can really make

a dierence. As a result, Green Visions

is now able to oer you online hotel/

accommodation and tour/activity

booking, making it even easier for

you to book and pay for your holiday

online.

In addition to giving family-run B&Bsand hotels the chance to market their

product to a wider public, we also

assist local communities who want

to develop their own home stay and

B&B programmes. As we develop

these further, you will nd more

of these local village accommodations

available through our website:

www.sarajevo-travel.ba

&ndHotels

www.sarajevo-travel.ba

Explore secludedspots all over BiH

Rent A cabin


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www.adahotel.ba / [email protected] / [email protected]

Reception: +387 33 47 58 70Tel/Fax: +387 33 53 71 45

Director: +387 33 53 71 46Hotel Ada

HotelMladost

058 233 118reception

058 233 130sales & marketing

[email protected]

www.npujk.cmWeb

Medrese 1, 71000, SarajevoTel: 00387 33 273 730Fax: +387 33 273 731Email: [email protected]

www.hotel-hecco.net

Ferhadija 2, 71000, SarajevoT: +387 33 55 99 95F: +387 33 55 89 95E: [email protected]

www.heccodeluxe.com


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RestaurantPod Lipomp bv 4,

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ph: +387 (0)33 440 700Orgnal ty wall on or bayard... eplore ths englsh pbVratn mejdan 4, Old Town, kova, 71000, Sarajevo

HATdISCUSS

ATCHISTEnALKGREEHInKxPLORE

dISCOVERAVAILABLE

Hamdije Kreevljakovia bb (zgrada Papagajka)71000 Sarajevo, Bosna i Hercegovina

Tel: + 387-(0)33-211-207Fax: + 387-(0)33-204-447

GSM: + 387-(0)61-172-712

+ 387-(0)61-167-110

Info/reservations: [email protected]

[email protected]

Online ReservationsReliable, easy and quick


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selFdisCovery

Anywhere n Bosna andHerzegovna, Montenegro,Serba or croata.

Looking for an authentic experience

at a time and day that suits you and

your group? Why not rent one of

our knowledgeable English-speaking

city, mountain, or outdoor adventureguides?

Perhaps you already know exactly

where you want to go? Or maybe you

have a few general ideas, and would

like some expert suggestions? Just

brief us on your needs and well suggest

a trip and nd the perfect guide.

The more information we have in

advance about your group, their

We believe that individuals are

usually more capable than they

perceive themselves to be, and if

given the opportunity to try in a

supportive atmosphere can discover

this excellence in themselves. The

aim of our activities is to allow you

and your team to view yourselves as

increasingly competent. By attempting

a series of fun and challenging

interest, physical tness, and expect-

ations, the better we can design your

trip and match you to the ideal guide.

We have guides with extensive know-

ledge of Bosnian nature, wildlife, high-

land communities, current develop-

ment needs, history, religion, geology,

geography, forestry, mountain biking,

rock-climbing, tour skiing, photography

and much more. Just tell us your

interests and we will recommend the

best person for your trip or activity.

www.greevisios.ba

outdoor and indoor activities, which

involve physical and emotional risk,

and succeeding in a supportive group

atmosphere, individuals in your teambegin to develop true self-esteem.

So whether you just want to have fun

with your colleagues or learn new,

inspiring, unique and relevant team

activities our message to you is try

something new within a supportive

atmosphere; you have little to lose,

and may gain something from trying...

you might even like it!

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uilding

Otdoor adventre atvtes toenhane organzatonal hangethrogh learnng

We organze day trps as well mlt day tranng events throghot Bosna and

Herzegovna for small and bg teams. Please contact us for more information.


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Snowshoe Rentals!10 All-day rental

Snowshoe Trps!Startng from 22.50

Reservatons reqredfor all rental and (self)gded wnter day trps.

Montan hts rentals:Startng from 15


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away from the rowds.

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PASSPORTSAND ViSAS

All nationalities require a

full passport that must bevalid for 6 months beyondthe intended length ofstay. At the time of writingEU nationals can travelwith a valid identity card.Other nationalities shouldcheck with the relevant

embassies.

VAcciNATiONSAND HEALTH

There are no compulsoryvaccinations required, how-ever we recommend thathepatitis A, Tetanus andPolio vaccinations are upto date. Please consult yourdoctor or vaccination center

for up to date information.

ExTRA ExPENSESAND SPENDiNGMONEY

We recommend that youallow up to 7.5 for lunchand 10 for dinner inBosnia and Herzegovina,however this amount willvary according to whereand what you choose to eat.

Although not customaryin Bosnia you can leave a10% tip as a sign of your

appreciation.

ESSENTiALEQuiPMENTAND cLOTHiNG

In addition to your normalsummer walking clothes, wesuggest you bring along thefollowing: rucksack of about30 or 60 liters depending onthe duration of your trip, 1to 2 liters of water carryingcapacity, waterproof jacket,eece/jumper, good walkingboots and gaiters, warm hatand gloves; warm trousers;shorts; small wash kit,towel, swimming costume,hat, sunblock and torch and

camera.

PAYMENT

You can pay us online atwww.sarajevo-travel.ba

TRANSPORT

All in country transport isincluded during your trip.We travel by small vehiclesand minivans with space forup to 20 passengers. The

main roads are in principlegood, but in places verywindy. It is on the variousmountain roads that youwill at times experience abumpy and slow ride.

cANcELLATiONFEES WiLL BEiNcuRRED AS

FOLLOWS- Up to 4 weeks before start

date - loss of deposit

- 4 up t o 2 we eks befo restart date

- loss of 50% of total price

- 2 week s or less - loss of100% of price

Student Discounts: We givea 5% discount on all of our

trips to students.

MEALS

Generally we include mealswhere there is no alternativeplace to eat, if you havea choice of three or four

restaurants in a town thenwe dont include the meal.Drinks are not included inthe meals. Whenever we arein the mountains we provideyou with breakfast, a picniclunch and dinner. Vegetarianand special diets can becatered for, but options arelimited throughout Bosniaand Herzegovina, pleaseinform the oce of anyspecic requirements upon

booking.

GROuP, STAFFAND SuPPORT

Our team of local Englishspeaking guides are exper-ienced mountaineers withrst hand knowledge of theland, the people and theirtraditions. Due to the eectsof the previous war, mountainguide accreditation andtraining programs all butdisappeared. However,GreenVisions, has its own in-house training program

in partnership with themountain rescue serviceKlub Spasavalaca 2000 toensure your safety. We arealso actively involved in thereestablishment of a highquality mountain guidetraining program for thecountry. One or two Englishspeaking mountain/cultureguides will accompany youthroughout the trip.

TRAVEL iNSuRANcE

You must be insured if youparticipate in one of ourtrips. Please check withyour insurance agent if yourpolicy covers Bosnia and

Herzegovina.

MiNE AWARENESS

Green Visions trails havebeen trekked and checkedby our guides and are landmine free. While land mineareas exist many gorgeousmountains are safe to visit.

RESPONSiBLETOuRiSM POLicY

Tourism can be a real helpto local communities, pro-viding income, positivecultural exchanges and anancial incentive to protecttheir natural environment.Ours is a total approach toresponsible tourism, cover-ing everything from theway we plan and operateour trips to the practices ofGreen Visions as a company.

Green Visions trips aredesigned to allow a highdegree of economic benetto the local communities;we buy local produce, eatlocal food and use localservices, thus ensuringthat as much money aspossible is retained withinthe local economies andthe host communities. Withour responsible tourismpolicy we are continuallyreassessing our holidays,trying at all times to ensurethat they are socially,economically and environ-mentally sound.

klb Spasavalaa 2000Mountain Rescue ServicesMocanica 6 71000SarajevoT: +387 (0)33 241262M: +387 (0) 61 911911

OUR TRIPCATEGORIES

GREEN WALkS

A green walk is an easywalk. If you like to wanderaround in nature withoutexhausting yourself, greenwalks are just the thing foryou. No long strenuousclimbs, nor steep descents.We will bring you to areasthat are easily accessible,safe, fun and beautiful.

Each green walk takes youabout 2 hours of walking ineach direction. No specialequipment is neededother than a pair of sturdywalking shoes and a day-

pack.

GREEN HikES

Green hikes are trips in-volving a range of terrain.Those participating need tobe in good health and enjoywalking four to six hoursa day. It is not rare thatyou climb 1,000 metersthrough difficult terrainunder Bosnias blisteringsummer and autumn sun.

Our hikes are demanding,but in return you willsee a part of Bosnia fewhave seen. If you lovehiking, sleeping outdoors,exploring new areas andmeeting people whoshare your excitementabout nature, then werecommend you join us ona green hike.

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Green Visions can assume no reponsibilty for any possible errors or misprints.

A MEMBER OFTHE ADVENTuRE

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