The Side of Montenegro Tourists Miss

Lake Skadar is one of the most beautiful and underrated parts of Montenegro, and in this episode we're going beyond the usual tourist route to explore it for ourselves. We start the day driving to the beautiful village of Rijeka Crnojevića, where we board a traditional wooden boat and head out onto Lake Skadar. From the water, we take in the dramatic mountains, wetlands, wildlife, and peaceful landscapes before heading to Pavlova Strana, one of the most spectacular viewpoints in Montenegro. After all that exploring, we stop for a traditional breakfast at Konoba Cetlin before continuing our food journey with what turned out to be one of our favorite meals in Montenegro at Casarogna. If you're planning a Montenegro itinerary and wondering whether Lake Skadar is worth adding to your trip, this episode will show you why we think it absolutely deserves a place on your list. ✈️ PLAN YOUR MONTENEGRO ROAD TRIP 🏨 Hotels Virpazar https://tidd.ly/4gqvziy Rijeka Crnojevića https://tidd.ly/4ysJNaa 🎟️ Tours & Experiences To Book Our Skadar Lake Tour: Dusko (Captain Duka) and his wife Lily at +382 67 723 721 (WhatsApp)IG profile: https://www.instagram.com/kod_jovicev... Other Montenegro Tours https://www.viator.com/partner-shop/t... 🎵 Music We Use https://www.epidemicsound.com/campaig... 00:00 Driving to Rijeka Crnojevića 01:20 Arriving in Rijeka Crnojevića 03:01 Exploring Lake Skadar by Wooden Boat 10:40 Rakia Breakfast 15:11 Pavlova Strana Viewpoint 17:06 Traditional Breakfast at Konoba Cetlin 19:45 Lunch at Casarogna 25:33 Meet the Chef 30:07 Final Thoughts 📍 Places featured: Rijeka Crnojevića Lake Skadar Pavlova Strana Konoba Cetlin Casarogna ❓ LAKE SKADAR Q&A What is Lake Skadar known for? Lake Skadar is known for its dramatic mountain scenery, wetlands, traditional villages, vineyards, and incredible birdlife. It is the largest lake in Southern Europe and is shared by Montenegro and Albania. Is Lake Skadar worth visiting? Absolutely. Lake Skadar offers a completely different experience from Montenegro's famous coastal destinations. It's quieter, more natural, and perfect for travelers who want to experience the countryside. How do you visit Lake Skadar? One of the best ways is by boat. Boat trips operate from several locations around the lake, including Virpazar and Rijeka Crnojevića. Can you take a boat tour from Rijeka Crnojevića? Yes. Rijeka Crnojevića is one of the scenic starting points for exploring the lake and surrounding waterways by boat. What is Rijeka Crnojevića known for? Rijeka Crnojevića is a historic settlement on the Rijeka Crnojevića river, known for its dramatic mountain setting, historic stone bridge, river, and connection to Lake Skadar. What is Pavlova Strana? Pavlova Strana is one of the most famous viewpoints in the Lake Skadar region, offering a spectacular view of the winding Rijeka Crnojevića River surrounded by mountains. What is the best viewpoint at Lake Skadar? Pavlova Strana is one of the most iconic viewpoints in the region and is particularly famous for its dramatic aerial-looking landscape. Can you see wildlife on Lake Skadar? Yes. Lake Skadar is an important wetland ecosystem and is particularly well known for its birdlife. The lake and surrounding wetlands provide habitat for many species. What should you eat around Lake Skadar? Look for traditional Montenegrin and regional dishes featuring local ingredients, freshwater fish, cured meats, cheese, vegetables, and homemade breads and pastries. Where should you eat near Lake Skadar? During our trip, we had a traditional breakfast at Konoba Cetlin and later had an incredible lunch at CasaRogna. How far is Lake Skadar from Kotor? The distance depends on where you're going around the lake, but Lake Skadar is close enough to Kotor to make a day trip possible. However, we recommend allowing plenty of time because the mountain roads are slow and the scenery deserves stops along the way. Can you visit Lake Skadar without a car? Yes, although having a car gives you much more flexibility to explore places such as Rijeka Crnojevića and Pavlova Strana. Organized tours are another option. What is the best time to visit Lake Skadar? Spring and early summer can be particularly beautiful because of the lush landscape and wildlife, while summer offers warm weather and long days. Conditions vary depending on what you want to experience.