6 independent reviews for Montenegro multi activity holiday, surf and turf
Reviews for Montenegro multi activity holiday, surf and turf
Joanna Katz review 22 Aug 2019
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Hard to pick - Durmitor is incredible, the hike through the forest to see the Black Lakes was amazing, as was the rafting through the Tara river canyon - but the drive back from Durmitor to Niksic, with the amazing views around every band - i will never forget it. Stan and his family were amazing hosts too - enthusiastic, fun, warm, generous - it was a great holiday.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Have an amazing time - and get there as soon as you can!3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
The warmth we felt from so many of the people we spoke to - they genuinely seemed to appreciate that we were visiting their country from the UK, and wanted to ensure that we were having a great time; I think there is a different attitude towards environmental concerns there though, but that's not something a family of 5 on a holiday for 2 weeks can really have any impact on.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Amazing. We are not the most active family - so when we spent 5 days trekking, riding bikes, rafting, and our kids said, on balance, it was the best holiday they've ever had - well, that says it all. And our 5 year old did a 12 mile hike with barely a word of complaint ;)Susan Leahey review 23 Sep 2019
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
This holiday was brilliant, just what we wished for. I can't wait to make a photo book of our highlights. Our Host and Hostess were great and made the holiday something special. The other guests were great and our children got along well with the other family.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
You need to get kitted up early for the rafting part, because it was a bit chaotic.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes, with Stan sourcing the activities locally and shopping for our self catered sections locally it was great. The food provided was brilliant and interesting.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
A perfect Activity holiday using local resources, we had a wrap around few days at the start and finish which topped it off perfectly. Thank you to all.Anonomous review 28 Sep 2018
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
The most memorable part of this trip would have to be the beautiful scenery that you encounter through each of the activities. The most exciting part was the canyoning activity which I thoroughly enjoyed.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Tourism services in Montenegro are still maturing and sometimes the communication of the local activity providers can be a bit limited - this is not a major issue and Stan is working to improve this but in the meantime, before each activity simply ask Stan what to expect to avoid any confusion. Also, some activities will push you physically and may take people outside of their comfort zones (e.g. canyoning) so speak to Stan about each one so that you know what you are signing up for and can swap out for an alternative activity if you prefer.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Absolutely, Stan works closely with the local community to provide the best experience possible for his guests and also gives his local service providers feedback to support them in their development.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
I really enjoyed this holiday and would happily have stayed longer if I could.Stephen Featherstone review 19 Jul 2018
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
In the mountains doing quad biking and walking. At the coast sailing and boat ride2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
This is an active holiday especially in the mountains, bring clothing for all weathers even in the summer.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Certainly supporting local people4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Stan and his wife were excellent hosts going out of their way to ensure we got the most out of the holiday. The country itself was breathtaking and well worth exploring.Natalie Isaksson review 8 Aug 2018
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Most memorable was the excellent hospitality offered to us by the team. They went out of their way to make our holiday the best it could be.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
If you have children and are doing the Tara River rafting, take your own water shoes and wetsuits. They have nothing to fit children. Horseriding is not a suitable activity for children under the age of 12 - 15yrs. They provided ill-fitting helmets and the stirrups couldn't be shortened to a suitable length which made riding for our 7 and 9 yr olds very difficult. Choose another activity alternative.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes, I could see that the operator actively employed local people for their activities.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
We had a wonderful time and would love to re-visit Montenegro.Caroline McGregor review 18 Aug 2017
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
We loved the cycling tour day in Durmitor which included taking the ski-lift and then climbing to the top of Savin Kuk through swathes of alpine flowers, then cycling along quiet back roads with the mountains always in view, to a lake for swimming, where flocks of sheep were being shepherded by on the other side. At the coast, it was HOT for us pale and weedy Scots so getting into the water was blissful. I loved sitting up front on the sailing boat Manta, glass of rosé wine in hand, dangling my feet over the side as we scudded along heading back to port in the late afternoon. Stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking, rafting down the river Tara, the boat trip to Kotor and Perast, a traditional Montenegrin meal, the longest zip-line in Europe – they were all great experiences. But really it was Stan and Goca, Lara and Dimitri, Evgenia, Misha (our fellow guests), Goran, Natasha, Ilya, Ljubo, Alexa, Blaj (our instructors and guides) who made the holiday so memorable.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Be prepared for cold and wet weather in the mountains - it can happen and we experienced it for a couple of days before it turned beautifully warm and sunny.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
All the activity providers were local people running their own small businesses.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Great, a real mix ox experiences. Montenegro does exactly what it promises – the mountains are everywhere, from the high peaks of Durmitor to the fjord of the Bay of Kotor. A huge thank you to Stan and Goca for organising our holiday in Montenegro. They are the warmest, most hospitable and obliging hosts and we really appreciate everything they did, particularly Goca’s home-made cheese pie with filo pastry for breakfast, and her fabulous raspberry jam.Holiday Reviews
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