Zelengora Mountain Biking – Mountain Lakes
Explore Zelengora by Mountain Bike
Explore the mountain lakes of Zelengora on a guided mountain biking tour through Sutjeska National Park in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Ride across open mountain terrain, reach Stirinsko Lake by bike and take a short hike to Zimomor Peak for views of Kotlanicko Lake.
DURATION
6-7 hours
DIFFICULTY
Moderate
STARTING POINT
Foca or Tjentiste
PRICE
€70 per person
About the Zelengora Mountain Biking Tour
The Zelengora mountain biking tour takes you across open mountain terrain, past remote lakes and through some of the most peaceful parts of Sutjeska National Park.
The ride begins at Borovno Brdo and continues by bike towards Stirinsko Lake. From there, we leave the bikes for a while and hike to Zimomor Peak, where you can enjoy views towards Kotlanicko Lake and the surrounding mountains.
Back on the bikes, we continue towards Jugovo Lake and finish the route at Orlovacko Lake. The changing scenery and quiet mountain surroundings make this a great way to explore Zelengora beyond the usual hiking trails.
Jeep Safari Zelengora Highlights
Stirinsko Lake
Stirinsko Lake is one of the main stops on the Zelengora mountain biking tour. Ride across open mountain terrain to reach this remote lake, surrounded by rolling hills and the wide landscapes of Zelengora.
Zimomor & Kotlanicko lake
The hike to Zimomor Peak offers a chance to leave the bikes behind and enjoy a different perspective of Zelengora. From the summit, you can look towards Kotlanicko Lake and the surrounding mountain landscape.
Jugovo & Orlovacko lakes
Continue the mountain biking route towards Jugovo Lake and Orlovacko Lake, two more highlights of Zelengora. The ride connects quiet mountain areas and lake scenery, making the journey itself an important part of the experience.
What to Expect on the Zelengora Biking Tour
The Zelengora mountain biking tour takes you across open mountain slopes, past remote lakes and through the quiet landscapes of Sutjeska National Park.
We start cycling from Borovno Brdo and make our way towards Stirinsko Lake, riding through open terrain with mountain views all around us. There is time to stop by the lake, take photos and enjoy the surroundings before heading towards Zimomor Peak on foot.
From the top of Zimomor, you can look towards Kotlanicko Lake and the mountains beyond. We then return to our bikes and continue towards Jugovo Lake and Orlovacko Lake, following a route that brings together cycling, a short hike and some of the most beautiful scenery in Zelengora.
What's Included in the Mountain Biking Tour
Included in the Price
Optional Extra: Lunch package
A lunch package is available upon request for an additional €10 per person
What to Bring for the Zelengora Mountain Biking Tour
For the Zelengora mountain biking tour, bring comfortable outdoor clothing and a few essentials for cycling through the mountains and hiking to Zimomor Peak.
Zelengora Mountain Biking Tour Itinerary
The Zelengora mountain biking tour takes you across mountain trails to some of the most beautiful lakes in Sutjeska National Park. Starting from Borovno Brdo, the route combines cycling through open mountain landscapes with a short hike to Zimomor Peak. The tour lasts around 6–7 hours, including the drive from Tjentiste to the starting point.
Departure from Tjentiste or Foca
The Zelengora mountain biking tour starts in Foca or Tjentiste, followed by a jeep ride to Borovno Brdo. The drive from Tjentiste takes around 1 hour and 15 minutes, bringing us to the starting point for the cycling route.
Cycling to Stirinsko Lake
The first part of the Zelengora mountain biking route leads across open mountain terrain towards Stirinsko Lake. We ride through the quiet landscapes of Zelengora, with wide views of the surrounding mountains and plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the scenery.
Hike to Zimomor Peak
From Stirinsko Lake, we leave the bikes for a short hike to Zimomor Peak. From the top, we can enjoy a view towards Kotlanicko Lake and the remote mountain landscape around it.
Cycling to Jugovo Lake
After returning from Zimomor, we get back on the bikes and continue towards Jugovo Lake. This part of the ride takes us deeper into Zelengora, through open terrain where the views and changing scenery are as much a part of the experience as the cycling itself.
Ride to Orlovacko Lake
The final part of the Zelengora mountain biking tour leads towards Orlovacko Lake, one of the best-known lakes in the area. We take time to enjoy the surroundings before heading back, finishing a day of cycling and exploring the mountain landscapes of Sutjeska National Park.
