brave enough bosnia and herzegovina

7/29/2019 BRAVE ENOUGH Bosnia and Herzegovina

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The challenge

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Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) is a land ofmountain peaks, hidden valleys, pristinestreams and some of the last remnants of

Europes old-growth forests. Tucked intothe heart of the Central Dinaric Alps thistiny country is a nature-lovers paradise.We invite you to come and discover ourunique corner of the world a friendlyplace that feels like home.

For those of you who have trekked theAlps you missed one place. BiH is theheart of the Central Dinaric Alps, which isthe southern extension of the Swiss Alps.

BiH is one of the newest and most excitingdestinations in southeast Europe now

enjoying over a decade of peace.

We are a land of mountains and freshwater. Our crystal-clear rivers will not

only give you the thrill of your life, buta wonderful taste of Mother Nature aswell. Sutjeska National Park is home to

one of the last primeval forests in Europe,preserving flora and fauna that survivedthe last Ice Age.

We are known for our hospitality, whichknows no borders. Bosnia will quicklybecome a place like home.

Wilderness and civilization go hand in

hand. Bosnia is home to one of Europeslargest bear and wolf populations,with over 400 European brown bearsroaming our mountain wildernesses. Atthe same time, Sarajevo is one of the

fastest changing cities in Europe, with amagnificent mlange of the orient andwestern influences.

Why visit Bosnia and Herzegovina?


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Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) is theperfect destination for the activetraveler. In way of luxury resorts, but for

the adventure-seeker or nature-lover BiHis a wonderland of pristine wilderness.Culture and history buffs will have a fi eld

day. Despite the lack of formal museums,most visitors usually find real-lifeBosnia and Herzegovina to be a livingmuseum. City visitors will be delightedwith Sarajevo and Mostar and all the

nightlife, festivals, architecture, andbeauty that surround them. For those ona spiritual journey, Meugorje attracts

the faithful from every corner of theglobe to a sleepy Herzegovinan village.Western travelers not accustomed to

eastern and oriental faiths will findthe mysticism of Christian Orthodoxmonasteries and Ottoman mosques anenchanting experience.

Welcome to the new rontier


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Mostar - UNESCO World Heritage Site

The heart of Herzegovina Mostar is

definitely a place not to be missed. Theoriental old town, the old bridge, mosquesand churches, and the turquoise blueNeretva River will mesmerize you.

Sarajevo Old Town

Its amazing how quickly visitors feelat home and begin to think of ways toprolong their stay. To venture into theBaarija (old town) is to walk through theancient Ottoman past. Shopping, drinking

Turkish coffee, or just strolling through thecraftsmens quarters is a pure delight.

Bjelanica Mountain

The highland villages on this range offeran authentic peek into old-world Europe.Traditions dating back hundreds of yearscan still be found as part of daily life here.The highlanders are extremely friendlyand usually make foreign guests rethinkthe true meaning definition of hospitality.Hiking and walking here is some of the

best in the country.

Kravica Waterall

Bosnia and Herzegovina is a country ofmountains and water. Kravica is a remarkable

waterfall on the Trebiat River. Its a greatspot for a picnic and a swim and is only a shorthop from Meugorje, Ljubuki, and apljina. Ifthats not enough, you can go on a canoe safarion the Trebiat just a few clicks down the road.

Jahorina

For Olympic-style skiing at truly low prices,nothing beats Jahorina. The lifts are old andsome of the hotels are from socialist timesbut the new infrastructure and well-groomedslopes with no queues represent one of

the best (and least publicized) bargains inEuropean skiing.

Lukomir

The mediaeval highland village of Lukomir is thehighest (1,469m) and most isolated permanent

settlement in the country. Here is a last chancepeek at old-world Europe and the way thingsused to be. Its an amazingly beautiful sight,high on the ridge of Rakitnica Canyonliketraveling to a place time has forgotten.

Sutjeska National Park

Slightly off the beaten track, Sutjeska is hometo the last primeval forest in Europe. Here you

will find a true wilderness adventure withbears, wolves and other wild things in thisnatural wonderland.

Meugorje

A quarter of a century ago, six teenagers

walking in the hills surrounding the village ofMeugorje had an apparition of the MotherMary. Despite skepticism from official circles,the visions continued. Meugorje has grownto be the second-largest Catholic pilgrimagesite in the world. Millions of the faithful,

curious, and even skeptics have visitedMeugorje. Believer or not, this holy site issomething to experience.

Blagaj

This is one of the best examples of the wayHerzegovinas cultural and natural heritageis interwoven. On a mountaintop in Blagaj

are the ruins of an ancient Illyrian fort. TheRomans added to the original structure, andby the Middle Ages it had become the castle ofthe ruling noble family. The Ottomans addedyet more to the large fort, and the ruins standwitness to four civilizations that have madeHerzegovina their home. The tekija dervishhouse at the base of a 200-meter rock face

at the source of the Buna River is a magicalplace. Try the fresh trout at Norfish too itsthe best around.

Una River rating

The Krajina locals treat the Una River like amember of the family. It is the best cared-for river in the country, and many of theregional traditions revolve around (and on)this gorgeous river. Rafting and kayaking on

the Una is an unforgettable experience, andif you manage to conquer the falls at StrbakiBuk, youve conquered some of the toughestin Europe! The Neretva and Tara are just asthrilling but Strbakis 24-meter waterfallis tops!

Here are the must-see

highlights when visiting

Bosnia and Herzegovina


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Walking and HikingWalking and TrekkingHundreds o kilometers o unspoilt trails

Trekking

We can advise you on the right clothingand outdoor equipment needed for ourchangeable climates.

Summer brings hot central European

temperatures in Bosnia, and an evenhotter Mediterranean climate inHerzegovina. Sturdy boots are a must, asmany of the trails are not well-maintainedand loose rocks or roots could mean anankle injury.

Spring and autumn bring vibrate colors tothe natural flora but with it more rain, sogood waterproof gear is recommended.

Winter hiking is also an amazing

experience in BiH. You can avoid thestrenuous snow hiking in some partsof Herzegovina but be prepared forone-meter plus snow falls above the1,000-meter mark during the coldestmonths.

The Dinaric Alps extend right through the heart of the country.Bosnia is a mountainous land and although the wilderness areas

arent heavily populated, there are several eco-tourism operatorswho offer professionally guided hiking. The advantage of hikingin BiH is the existence of truly untouched wilderness and the widearray of treks available, from leisure walks in the hills to extremelychallenging climbs for the hard-core mountaineers.


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Bosnia and Herzegovina

inherited hundreds of

kilometers of hiking and

walking trails from the former

Yugoslavia. This traditionalnetwork of trails, dating back

to Austro-Hungarian times,

has created a magnificent

grid of high quality hiking

and walking routes.

The Dinaric Alps

Dinaric Alps extend from the northwestfrontiers near the Una River all the wayto the Montenegrin border at SutjeskaNational Park. This mountainous terrainis one of Europes truly untouchedwilderness regions, offering an arrayof treks and walks throughout thecountry. Hill walking is most popular in

the northwest, whereas the heart of theDinarics is a compact configuration ofthe countrys most stunning peaks, withover a dozen 2,000m + summits. Beingthe natural borderline between theMediterranean and Alpine climate zones,BiH offers more diverse landscapes thanmost mountainous countries 10 times

its size.

Sutjeska National Park

Is one of Bosnia and Herzegovinas

oldest parks, with 17,500 hectares ofmagnificent wilderness. Hidden belowBosnia and Herzegovinas highest peek,Maglic Mountain, is Perucica primevalforest. Beech trees tower over 180 feethigh and black pines sprout from therocky faces that protect the ancientforest. A hike through the heart of thesewoodlands is an unforgettable and awe-

inspiring experience. The park offersthe best hiking in the country with awide range of walks and treks for bothbeginner and pro. Sutjeska is also home

to a large population of European brownbears as well as wolves, deer, eagles andchamois found on Zelengora Mountain.

Prenj, Cvrsnicaand Cabulja MountainsAre sometimes called the HerzegovinaHimalayas. Starting on the northern

edge of the Mostar county line, thisrange sprawls north all the way to Konjic.This area is well known for its numerouswildflowers only found in this region ofthe world. Cvrsnica Mountain is the mostaccessible of the three mountains forhiking, with many excellent trails startingin the valley of Diva Grabovica. Just northof Mostar is the Cabulja Mountain Range

and Dreznica Valley, with an 11-mileroad winding through 12 breathtakingcanyons. The Drezanka River carves thedeep valley between Cvrsnica and Cabuljamountains and is an ideal spot for hiking,swimming and fishing.


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Kozara National Parkand Krajina Hillwalking.

The Park is situated in the nor thwestKrajina region of Bosnia between therivers Una, Sava, Sana and Vrbas. Its soft

rolling hills and thick conifer forests area great getaway for an invigorating dayin nature. Certain parts of the park aredesignated for walking, hiking, biking,picnics, and herb and flower picking. Theother region is closed off for hunting.Hill walking is a popular activity withinthe park, offering superb opportunitiesfor day trips with families or just to get

out into nature for the day. Hiking toLisina, the highest point of the park at938 meters, offers a panoramic viewof this part of the Krajina. There are

several other well-trekked areas inthe northwest, namely Osjecenica andPljesevica near Biha, with well-markedtrails and spectacular views.

The Una-Sana National Park

The youngest of National Parks in BiH,Una-Sana is named after the two r iversthat flow through it. Known for its crystal

blue waters, deep limestone canyons,and the fertile valleys fed by her waters,the 207-km long Una stretches fromthe Croatian Krajina to the Sava river atJasenovac. The legend behind the ri versname goes back to Roman times whena legionnaire had his first gl ance at thesparkling waters and uttered Una, solo

una (the only one), suggesting he had

never seen anything like it before.Today day the park offers both a tranquilsanctuary for its numerous fish and birdspecies as well as adrenalin-fuelledwhitewater rafting on the Unas rapids.

And if this is not enough, the manystunning spots to hike, walk, bike or fishwill surely have you agreeing with ourlegendary legionnaire

Bjelasnica Mountain

Was home to the 1984 Winter Olympics,and is now proposed as a National Park.While the Park is only in the planningstages, this area still offers some of

the most varied mountain tourism inthe country. Bjelasnica and Igman areboth Olympic ski centers. The highland

villages on this range offer a true glimpseof old Europe. Traditions and customsdating back centuries can still be foundas part of daily life here. The highlandersare extremely friendly and enjoy sharing

their unique lifestyle with foreign guests.Hiking from village to village through thehighland landscapes is nothing short of amystical journey.


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Although the terrain is perfectly suitedfor mountain biking and road biking, veryfew locals have taken up the sport. Thatsgood news for visitors youll have the

best trails to yourself! Mountain biking is

offered on Bjelanica, Igman and Visoicamountains and also in the beautifuland wild northwest. For road biking thenarrow roads are not ideal, but placeslike Livno, Kupres, and Glamoki Fields inwestern Bosnia have magnificent terrainfor long valley biking with relatively

little traffic.

Due to the increasing popularity ofmountain biking, most countries havestrict regulations and charges. Mountainbiking in BIH is a relatively new sport.

This has Its advantages we have

thousands of kilometers of excellent trailswhere mountain bikers can ride free!

Most trails are ancient highlandcaravan routes that connect mountaincommunities, offering not onlychallenging routes but well kept ones

as well.

Mountain Biking

Ride Free!


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Bosnia and Herzegovina is well known forits whitewater rafting adventures withfour beautiful whitewater rivers that offer

professionally guided rafting tours. The FourRivers - Neretva, Vrbas, Una and Tara - rankamong Europes best for class II-IV rafting.

Each river will pleasantly surprise you withits unforgettable landscapes. All of rivers haveoperators certified by the International RaftingFederation, and some of these are mentionedin our preferred partner section.

RatingWhitewater Adventures The Four Rivers


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Una River

The Una is the pearl of the NorthwestFrontier region of BiH. From beginners toprofessionals, the Una offers rafting andkayaking for hardcore rafters and novices

alike. The Una is famous for its waterfallsand crystal cascades, mesmerizingfirst-time visitors with its beauty.The Una River is a vital lifeline for thecommunities of the Krajina and is treatedlike a member of the family. There areseveral professional rafting operators thatprovide fun and safe guided rafting for allages and abilities.

(Rafting trip 3-7 hours / Class ~ IV)(Rafting trip 2-3.5 hours I Class: II-IV).

Neretva River

The emerald of Herzegovina, this wildriver flows over 200 kilometers into theAdriatic Sea from the high mountainsof the Central Dinaric Alps. The upper

canyon is blessed with some of themost breathtaking views in all of Bosniaand Herzegovina. Deep canyon walls,endemic pine trees and flowers, andcrystal clear water will carry you downthis class IIIII river. Rafting trips on theNeretva are offered by several certifiedrafting operators, which are based in thenorthern town of Konjic just one hour

from both Sarajevo and Mostar.

(Rafting trip: 4-6 hours / Class I-III)

Vrbas River

Just a few clicks from Banja Luka, Bosniassecond largest city, is the inspirational canyonof the Vrbas River. In 2010 the Vrbas hostedthe World Rafting Championships, bringing

together the worlds finest rafters. Althoughthe Vrbas course is shorter than the otherrivers, it provides adrenaline-packed rapidsfor those looking for the ultimate raftingchallenge. By day you ride the rapids, bynight enjoy Banja Lukas great nightlife andcafe culture.

(Rafting trip: 2-3.5 hours / Class II-IV)

Tara River

A jewel amongst the worlds natural heritagespots, the Tara boasts the largest canyon inEurope. The river, which borders Montenegro,is 140 kilometers of natural wonder. Youll

find the 1,300-meter canyon has createdsome of the best rafting and kayaking inEurope. This oasis and protected area hasa long tradition of extreme water sportactivities and easy family outings that canaccommodate a wide range of outdoorenthusiasts.

(Rafting trip: 3.5 hours - 3 days / Class II-IV )


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Bosnia and Herzegovina is an idealplace for free climbers and offers asuperb choice of routes. From the

challenging 1,300-meter rock face ofVeliki Kuk on Cvrsnica to the spectacularrocks of Vrt Ciklama overlooking the

Neretva river, Bosnia and Herzegovinaoffers some of the finest undiscoveredrock climbing in Europe.

Professional Instructors, rock climbingand climbing guides will help you exploresome of these popular mountain and

rock climbing areas throughout thecountry. For those interested in pushingthemselves to the limit, make sure you

tackle our big walls: Osobac (600m),Izgorjela Gruda (450m), Otis (200m)and many others.

Rock ClimbingThe fnest undiscovered

rock climbing in Europe


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Youd have to be a pretty poor fishermannot to hook at least a few freshwater fishin Bosnia and Herzegovina. Our riversand lakes are teeming with trout, carp,bass and many other species; and good

fishing can be found in most parts of thecountry. You can find some fishing shopsbut serious gear is hard to come by, soits best to bring your own kit if youreplanning a solo trip. However, organizedfishing groups will more than likelyprovide the poles and gear for you.

Some of the best fishing rivers are thePliva near Sipovo and Jajce, the UpperDrina, and the Neretva River. These rivershave a well-deserved reputation as someof Europes best for fly fishing. All are

easily accessible from excellent pavedroads. The waters offer plenty of large

and healthy fish that may be caught bythe sports angler. The sports angler maypursue streamside fishing by either spincasting or fly fishing, or more leisurelyboat fishing on the lakes.

Fly fshing

Pure, spring ed waters


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If whitewater rafting is the ultimatewatersport adventure on the surface,then speed river diving is definitely itsunderwater equivalent. This activity

was born and named in Biha, and it hasalready attracted fans and adrenalineaddicts from across Europe.

Speed river diving is scuba diving inthe wild river, full of excitement anda thrilling encounter with underwatercurrents and obstacles.

Cave-diving expeditions can also betaken to explore the hidden splendorsof our country. Beautiful natural springswith even more awe-inspiring caves are

a fascinating phenomenon in this part ofthe world.

Standby for more adventures. Bosnia andHerzegovina is home to an even greaternumber of unsearched locations, whichwill be the focus of international cave-diving expeditions in the future.

Diving

Speed River and Cave Diving


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Members

Green Visions is BiHs leading ecotourism and environmental group basedin Sarajevo. Much of its activities are

focused on the central Dinaric Alps. Thiscompany has pioneered the responsibletourism movement in the country and isdedicated to promoting and preservingthe natural and cultural heritage of thehighland areas. Green Visions has aninternational team that speaks Bosnian,English, Dutch, Italian and French, and has

a great network of seasoned guides.

Green Visions specializes in mountainwalks and hikes, ranging from a relaxedday trip to a 10-day tour of the mostamazing terrain in southeast Europe.Accommodation is usually in the homes

of the villagers or in mountain lodges

in the highland regions. Meals are thetraditional, organic foods from thehighlanders themselves. If youre lookingfor something authentic, with a trueflavor of the country, Green Visions iswhat youre looking for.

Contact details:Radnicka bb, Sarajevo 71000+387 (0) 33 717 290+387 (0) 61 213278

[email protected]

www.greenvisions.ba

Highlander is a rafting and mountainclub based in the eastern Bosnian townof Foca. The Highlander team offersa wide range of nature adventures,

from rafting the Tara River in BiH andMontenegro to mountain trips in Sutjeskaand Durmitor National Parks. Highlanderhas a large team of seasoned guides and

offers a unique camping experience onthe Tara River, deep in the canyon for atrue grassroots nature experience.The eastern Bosnia region is a nature

lovers paradise, with thousands ofsquare kilometers of some of Europesmost impressive wilderness.

Contact details:

Mojkovacka bb 73300 Foca, BiHT +387(0) 58/213-225M +387(0)65/475-201.E [email protected]

www.highlandertim.com

Rafting Europe is one of two raftingagencies that have internationalcertification on the Neretva River. Thisseasoned team provides a full rangeof services for day rafting. They servebreakfast in Konjic, provide transport tothe launch site for your rafting ride andoffer a professionally guided raft trip with

all necessary safety equipment. Youllalso enjoy a delicious lunch in the canyonor at the restaurant upon completion ofyour rafting journey your choice! Europe

Rafting also has a campground shouldyou care to stay the night. We have beenguiding people down this crystal-clearriver for over 30 years and invite you tojoin us on a rafting advent ure you wontforget.

Contact details:Kolonija 16, Konjic 88400

T +387 (0) 36 723 322,+387 (0) 61 817 209+387 (0) 61264 996

E [email protected]

www.raftingeurope.com

Guideline d.o.o. is located in BanjaLuka in the North West of Bosnia andHerzegovina. This team of professionalsoffers rafting adventures on the VrbasRiver, canyoning, hiking, team buildingand biking trips throughout the region.

Contact details:Kralja Petra I Karaorevia 7,

78 000 Banja LukaT +387 - (0) 51 212-600F +387 - (0) 51 212-600M +387 - (0) 65 882-085E [email protected]

mailto:[email protected]

www.guidelinebl.com

About the Adventure Tourism

Association o BiH and its members

ATA BiH is an association that

brings together adventure

and outdoor service providers

in BiH. Its current members

offer rafting, hiking, climbing,

mountain biking, diving

(cave and white water), andfly fishing. The Association

is a young organization that

developed from a five-year

old partnership of 10 outdoor

operators from Banja Luka,Biha, Sarajevo, Zenica, Konjicand Foca. ATA BiH provides

support to the adventure/

outdoor tourism service

providers in following key

areas:

International promotion of BiH outdoor

programs (e.g. web, fairs, shows andstudy trips).

Introduction of quality standards in

adventure and outdoor tourism in BiH

(including training and international

certification programs).

Development of services (e.g. mountain

rescue) in line with best practice.

Advocacy within BiH for the status of

adventure and outdoor tourism as a major

segment of the tourism industry in BiH.


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Extreme Sports Club Limit providessafe and fun guiding services to visitorsin the Biha and wider region. Theirfocus is on hiking, biking, canyoningand rock climbing. The club is run byErmin Lipovic a mountaineer withover 20 years of experience. He is afully registered Alpine climber withnumerous expeditions under his belt.

Besides organizing walking and hikingtrips, Limit offers exciting road andmountain biking trips. Limit was the firstto organize downhill mountain bikingraces on the slopes of the Pljesevicamountain range. The race has nowgrown into a yearly event attractingparticipants from over 15 countries.Limit works closely together withKiro rafting to provide multi-activityprograms, including rafting on the Ri ver

Una, canyoning in the Unica canyon,biking through the rolling hills of Bihaand walking in Kozara National Park andother mountain ranges in the region. Formore information on what to do in theBiha region and how to obtain a set ofcolorful hiking and cycling maps of theregion contact Limit.

Contact details:Ermin LipovicDania mahala 7,Biha 77000

T +387 61 144 248E [email protected]

www.limit.co.ba

Ciklo Centar MTB Tours specializes inorganizing mountain biking tours. Everytour takes place in carefully selectedareas and is guided by experienced

and well-trained leaders. Trips areaccompanied by vehicles and equippedtop quality equipment. We are constantlyexpanding our offer with new trails,and gladly share our knowledge and

enthusiasm with our guests. We payspecial attention to safety. Part of ourvision is to also develop thousands of

kilometers of epic trails, making Bosniaand Herzegovina one of the hottestmountain bike destinations.

Contact details:

Hamze Celenke 58, llidza

T/F +387 (0) 33 625 243M +387 (0) 61 259 965E [email protected]

www.ciklocentar.com

Scuba Diving center Una-Aquarius

was established in 2003 by a group ofexperienced divers with expertise indiving in extreme conditions, rapid watersand caves. They combined their divingknowledge as well as long-standingexperience in tourism to create a uniquediving destination. The Center and divingbases are open from the beginning of Mayuntil the end of October. Una Aquarius

owns its own air compressors and 20scuba diving tanks with capacity of 10,12 and 15 liters. In addition the Centerhas 10 standard scuba outfits for sports

divers (regulator, octopussy, manometer,BCD, etc), plus a selection of scuba divingsuits and ABC equipment.

Contact details:

Bosanska 22, 77000 Biha

T +387 61463 355E [email protected]

www.una-aquarius.org

Una RC Kiro Rafting is a professional

rafting and kayaking operator located inGolubic, just five km upstream from Biha.Our professional certified skippers areamong the best in the region to take youthrough the 24-meter Strbacki waterfallsand the equally impressive Grand Canyon.Una Kiro Rafting also offers campingspace with two modern guesthouses,picnic grounds, table tennis and volleyballfields on the sandy banks of the Una.

Other activities are available, includingfishing, kayaks and canoes.

Contact details:

Ulica Golubic bb, 77000 Biha

T +387 (0) 37361110 / +387 (0) 61192 338E [email protected]

www.una-kiro-rafting.com

The Extreme Sports Club Scorpio is aspecialised outdoors and adventurecompany with a pool of qualifiedmountaineering and ski Instructors whohave more than 30 years of experience inthe mountains of Bosnia and Herzegovina.Edin Durmo and his team offer a uniquecombination of sports: rock climbing,

mountain biking, paragliding, back

country skiing, canyoning, hiking, iceand winter climbing. Scorpio is based inZenica where it operates its own outdoorscentre with a 15-meter climbing wall andmany outdoors attractions. The centerserves as a base and starting point forits adventure holidays. Scorpio regularlyorganizes multi-activity adventure

holidays, combining culture, sport andadventure in the cities and mountains ofBosnia and Herzegovina.

Contact details:

Nurije Pozderca 11, Zenica,

T +387 61 608130 / +387 61 788105E [email protected]

www.scorpio.ba

Zepter Passport, a member of the largeZepter International family, has beenoperating as a full service travel agencyin Banja Luka since 1999. Zepter Passportprovides its clients with airline tickets,

hotel accommodation reservations,excursions and theme trips, not tomention our famous fly fishing trips.We offer a packages on seven rivers :Una, Unac, Sanica, Pliva, Ribnik, Krusnica

and Neretva. All these rivers are rich ingrayling, brown trout, rainbow trout andthe beautiful and little known species of

softmouth trout (in the Neretva). We hopeyou will join us for a fishing adventure toremember!

Contact details:

Veselina Maslese 8/I, Banjaluka

T +387 66 702 037, Fax +387 51 229 852E [email protected],

milan@zepterpassportflyfishing

www.zepterpassportflyfishing.com

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FACTS

Location: Southeast Europe, borderswith Croatia (932km), Serbia (312km)and Montenegro (215km). Land area:51,129km2.

Language: Bosnian, Croatian, and Serbian.

Population: 3.8 million.

Religion: Muslim (44%), Orthodox

Christian (32%), Roman Catholic (17%),Others (7%).

Capital: Sarajevo (population 400,000).

Other major cities and towns: Banja Luka,Tuzla, Zenlca, Mostar, and Biha.

Highest point: Maglic Mountain (2,386m).

Time: CET (GMT + 1 hour).

Currency: KM (convertible mark).

International telephone code: +387

CLIMATE

Mediterranean and Alpine influencescreate a mosaic of climate types withina relatively small area. The south enjoyswarm, sunny and dry weather with mild

winters. In the inland areas the weather Issimilar to that of central Europe with hotsummers, cool springs and autumns, andcold winters with considerable snowfall.The Mediterranean and Continental

climates meet in the middle, creating ecosystems that can be found nowhere else.The Alpine climate rules the mountainterrains of the high Dinarics above1,700 meters. Winters are very cold withconsiderable snow cover In the north.

HOW TO GET THERE

Sarajevo Direct: You can fly directlyinto Sarajevo with our partner airlineTurkish Airlines orAdria Airways, AustrianAirlines, Croatia Airlines, German Wings,Jat Airways, Lufthansa, Malev andNorwegian.com.

VISAS

EU members are exempt from visarequirements and may enter BiH at anytime. American and Canadian citizens arenot required to have visas for entry to the

country either. Bosnia and Herzegovina(BiH) can only be entered with a valid

passport and in some cases with a validIdentity card. Please check for the latestrequirements with your Ministry ofForeign Affairs or BiH Embassy.

Visas are Issued by BiHs diplomaticmissions. Visas for private travel require

an application form and a certified Letterof Intent from a BiH citizen. Businessvisas require an application form, aninvitation from a BIH business partner anda certified Letter of Intent from the BiHtrade office. Registration is obligatorywithin 24 hours of arrival In BiH.

NATIONAL HOLIDAYS

Independence DayMarch 1.

Labour DayMay 1

Catholic ChristmasDecember 25

Orthodox ChristmasJanuary 7

Catholic New YearJanuary 1

Orthodox New YearJanuary 14

Bajram (Muslim Holy Day) this date isrelated to moon cycles and changes everyyear.

FLORA AND FAUNA

Youll find a surprisin gly high varietyof plants and trees over 50% of thecountry is covered by forest. Bosnias

central and eastern forests are similarto those found in northern and central

Europe. Herzegovina and western Bosniaare characterized by vegetation typicalof the coastal and mountainous regionsof the Mediterranean but with manyexamples of high-grade alpine forests.

Very favorable conditions have preserved

species from the last ice age right up tothe present. The high alpine meadowsare famous for their impressive varietyof wild flowers, with best viewingconditions in late spring.

It Is not uncommon to see a bear, oroccasionally a wolf, in Sutjeska National

Park in eastern Bosnia and Herzegovina.Wild goats are mainly found inHerzegovinas Neretva Valley, but arealso found in Sutjeska National Park andon the southern slopes of Bjelminica andVisocica Mountains. There is a plethoraof birds as well. Hutovo Blato is thelargest bird migration center in southeast

Europe. In these marshy wetlands insouthern Herzegovina you can find 240species, many of them on a migration pathbetween Europe and North Africa. Heron,Greek partridge, coot, owls, pheasants,and wild duck permanently make theirhome here. Fish are abundant in Bosniaand Herzegovina. Most of the freshwater

rivers are teeming with trout, carp,grayling and bass.

LITERATURE

Bradt Travel Guide to Bosnia andHerzegovina, by Tim Clancy

Forgotten Beauties (mountain guide),by Matias Gomes

Journey through Herzegovina,Buybook Publishing, Sarajevo

Journey through Sarajevo,Buybook Publishing, Sarajevo

Journey through Central and NorthBosnia, Buybook Publishing, Sarajevo

ImpressumATA BiH can assume no responsibility for anypossible errors or misprints.

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