Kayak Fest Tara 2019 – Video
Kayak fest Tara was the first international Whitewater Kayaking festival in Montenegro and its region. Over the course of 7 days of the festival, nature and white water enthusiasts will be able to enjoy in the kayak competition, kayak training, music program, Eco Run and the beauty of rivers and other natural gems of Montenegro. The aim of this festival is to promote white water kayaking, but also the natural beauty of Montenegro.
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The unique geographical position of Montenegro makes it a home of many pristine canyons and wild rivers. Our rivers are among the most beautiful ones in Europe because of their purity and incredible mixture of turquoise with emerald color in the deeper sources. The impressive landscapes, magnificent canyons, crystal clear water with wild rapids and whirlpools will make paddling a memorable experience for every kayaker. Montenegro has over 15 sections for paddling in classes 1-5, which makes it a unique paradise for kayakers worldwide.
Since we are all human we must add the beside the nature, you will enjoy the authentic Montenegrin humor, disscusions with the locals, great memories from around the camp fire and an occasional Montenegrin wisdom.
Ticket price for all days of the festival is 150 euros and includes:
– Free camping spot
– Festival ticket
– Transfers
– Competition entry number
– Durmitor NP and Piva tax
– Festival T-shirt and sticker
– Eco Run entry
Ticket price for 3 days (Friday to Sunday) is 50 euros and includes:
– Free camping spot
-Festival ticket
– All transfers
– Competition entry number
– Festival T-shirt and sticker
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Other program prices (PROMO):
– Rafting + Hiking (50 EUR)
– Hydrospeed + Biking (50 EUR)
NOTE :
Gear rental – 25 euros per day
Food (optional) – Available to order in the restaurant or take your own
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Kayak Fest Tara 2019 will be held at one of the most beautiful sites on the entire course of the river Tara – camp Grab. Grab is located on the bank of the river Tara, 9 km from Scepan Polje, in the heart of oak and beech forest. On the lower level next to the river there are hosting facilities, bar, restaurant and terrace overlooking the river. On the upper level there are accommodation units (rooms with private bathroom), bungalows, tents. All units offer views of the surrounding mountains.
Brijeg, Scepan Polje , 81435 Pluzine, Montenegro
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If you come from Montenegro: When you cross the Montenegrin border, turn right after 100m and then just follow the signs. After 9 km you come to the Camp Grab (6km asphalt road + 2 km gravel road + 300 m asphalt road).
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If you come from Bosnia and Herzegovina: After you cross the Bosnian border and a bridge, you have to go to the Montenegrin border to register your temporary stay. After that it is necessary to go back (because Camp Grab is located between the two borders), turn right after 100m and then just follow the signs. After 9 km you come to the Camp Grab (6km asphalt road + 2 km gravel road + 300 m asphalt road).
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Airport distance: Podgorica 150 km, Tivat 185 km, Dubrovnik 180 km, Sarajevo 150 km.
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Day 1 (September 19)
Arrival to Camp Grab
Registration
Dinner (Optional)
Day 2 (September 20)
Breakfast – Optional
Paddling Tara (Grab – Scepan Polje)
Lunch (Optional)
Introducing participants to schedule and program for Eco Run
Preparations for eko run (loading the boats and gear)
Dinner (Optional)
Overnight
Day 3 (September 21)
Breakfast on the way to Zabljak
Eco Run ( Splaviste – Radovan Luka)
Camp preparations
Dinner
Camp fire stories
Overnight
DAY 4 (September 22)
Breakfast
Eko run start (Radovan Luka – Grab)
Dinner (Optional)
DAY 5 (September 23)
Breakfast (Optional)
Piva river Run (if there is enough water)
Lunch (optional)
Night for Komarnica (presenting our fight to protect Komarnica river)
Dinner (Optional)
Music concert
Overnight
DAY 6 (September 24)
Early breakfast (Optional)
Comptetition :
Down river race
Rope challenge
Head 2 head finals
Lunch (optional)
Winner announcment
Live concert
Overnight
DAY 7 (September 25)
Breakfast (optional)
Closing ceremony
NGO Nature Lovers Montenegro and Camp Grab & Anitra Travel Agency represent licensed hiking, rafting and kayak guides with years of experience in organizing and conducting adventurous and extreme trips, expeditions, campings and rafting and kayak courses. This team is made of professional and reliable people with over 10 years of experience in this business worldwide. They all share love of nature and outdoor activities and want to share that passion with you through the perfect fusion of adrenaline and peace that this environment offers.