WHAT ARE WE PLANNING?

There’s this one place, the source of the Sana River, that keeps coming up in conversations. “Have you seen it? You know, it’s really beautiful. You have to go there…” So, we’ve decided to find out what it really looks like. Of course, our journey can’t end there, so we’ve also decided to take a drive through the Vrbas River Canyon, explore the waterfalls of Krupa, climb the famous Manjača Mountain, and enjoy our reflection in Lake Balkana.

AT A GLANCE

SANA OF OUR DREAMS
(Sana River Spring, Krupa na Vrbasu, Lake Balkana, and a hike up Manjača Mountain)

DATES: December 11–14, 2026

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: November 7, 2026

PARTICIPATION FEE: RSD 12,500

INCLUDED: Transportation, one overnight stay at Lake Balkana or in Mrkonjić Grad, trip organization, and guiding.

Children under 14 receive a 10% discount.

WHAT IS THE ITINERARY?

December 11–12, 2026: NOVI SAD – BELGRADE – KRUPA WATERFALLS AND SPRING – SANA RIVER SPRING – LAKE BALKANA

ROUTE LENGTH: 6 km + 8 km

ELEVATION GAIN: 100 m + 250 m

DIFFICULTY: EASY + EASY

We depart from NOVI SAD and BELGRADE late in the evening on December 11. The exact departure time and meeting points will be announced a few days before the trip. We then enjoy a relaxed drive toward Bosnia and Herzegovina.

In the early morning hours, we arrive at the Vrbas River Canyon, where a beautiful scenic road awaits us. The meanders of the river lead us to the spectacular waterfalls on the Krupa River, a tributary of the Vrbas. We get off the bus here and set off on a gentle morning walk, following the Krupa River all the way to its source.

After our hike, we return to the bus and continue to the village of Gornja Pecka, where another easy and relaxing hike awaits us. This time, we head to the source of the Sana River, hidden deep in the forest, far from the beaten path and casual passers-by. If the trail is passable, we also plan to walk through the Korana Canyon in one direction and experience the true wilderness of Bosnia.

After our walk, all that remains is a drive to Lake Balkana, surrounded by a coniferous forest, where we can soak up the peaceful, idyllic scenery.

We spend the night here and get ready for the next day’s adventure.

December 13–14, 2026: LAKE BALKANA – HIKE UP MANJAČA MOUNTAIN – BELGRADE – NOVI SAD

ROUTE LENGTH: 14 km

ELEVATION GAIN: 500 m

DIFFICULTY: MODERATE

After checking out of our accommodation and loading our belongings onto the bus, we set off on a new adventure.

We take a short drive to the village of Lokvari, where our hike through this mystical mountain landscape begins. The plan is to climb to the highest peak of Velika Manjača, which is covered in a beautiful old-growth forest. We then emerge from the forest and continue hiking across vast highland pastures dotted with patches of woodland, passing the fantastic Velika Greda viewpoint.

Once the hike is over, we take a break for lunch and enjoy one last coffee before heading back to Belgrade and Novi Sad.

WHAT SHOULD WE USUALLY BRING ON A HIKE?

• A smile, a positive attitude, and good health.
• Plenty of water — at least 2 liters per hike — as well as snacks and refreshments to keep us going during the walks and climbs.
• Food, fruit, snacks, and sweets for breaks along the way.
• Comfortable, sturdy footwear suitable for walking in nature.
• If you already have a favorite hiking pole, bring it along. If not, nature may be where you discover your new favorite one.
• A cap, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, or anything else you consider useful for protection in strong sunlight.
• Spare clothes and a warm, dry change of clothing kept within easy reach for after each hike.
• Swimsuit, towel, and flip-flops.

IMPORTANT NOTES!

• The number of participants will be limited. Participation is STRICTLY RESERVED for members of the HTS Hiking Club (registration number: 28748817) or members of any hiking club affiliated with the Mountaineering Association of Serbia (PSS). Contact us for details about joining our club and purchasing your 2026 membership stamp.
• Participation fee: RSD 12,500, payable to the association’s bank account upon registration.
• The organizers reserve the right to modify the itinerary due to unforeseen circumstances, inability to access certain sections of the route, or even cancel the trip.
• When registering, please provide the number of participants, their full names, phone numbers, and departure location, along with proof of membership in the relevant hiking organization.
• Once registration and payment have been completed, cancellations will not be eligible for a refund due to the advance commitments for transportation and accommodation. However, replacing a registered participant with another person may be possible.
• This trip does not include travel guarantee protection as stipulated under Article 86, Paragraph 3 of the Serbian Tourism Law.
• This trip is NOT recommended for people with heart conditions or any other health issues that could be adversely affected by physical exertion.
• Please be PRECISE AND PUNCTUAL when it comes to departure times. At the same time, please understand that we cannot adhere too rigidly to the estimated duration of the hikes.
• We kindly ask all participants to bring ONLY POSITIVE VIBES, A CHEERFUL SPIRIT, AND A GOOD MOOD to our hikes.

SEE YOU THERE!