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Planning a trip to Montenegro is often a tough business – maneuvering flights and accommodation to affordability and holiday packs, it might get messy if no one is streamlining it for you. With that caution being in order, let me assure you that good things require patience, and planning a family holiday to Montenegro is one of those prime examples. This small country is located in the Balkans and is well known for its majestic mountains, medieval villages and a rich, colorful culture. Montenegro has plenty of things to offer for children on vacation, so you won’t have to worry about your kids being bored during your holiday. Montenegro looks like a fairy-tale setting, with little towns, ancient villages and a rustic feel. There are lots of things to do and plenty of things to see for the entire family.

6 things to do while visiting Montenegro with your children:

1. Take your kids on an adventure:
If your kids are older and enjoy physical activity, you can plan a long adventure for them. Visit the rugged mountains or take a hike and go camping. You can even arrange boat rides and whitewater rafting trips on the river or even plan a long walking tour in the countryside. Spending a day or two in nature will be good for the children and help your family bond. Montenegro is rich in natural beauty and the old towns have a timeless charm that one just has to visit for the best holiday experience.

2. Visit Durmitor National Park:
This stunningly beautiful national park is in northern Montenegro and borders Bosnia-Herzegovina. It has been declared a UNESCO Heritage site and has lakes, mountains, and the famous Tara River Canyon. There are hiking trails for people with varying skills so it is perfect for spending a day there with your entire family. Since tourism is rather limited in Montenegro, you can visit the park without the fear of large crowds and lots of tourists.

3. Visit a festival:
Montenegro has a long tradition of holding local festivals that are enjoyable for the whole family. For example, the Mimosa Festival in the Herceg Novi area takes place in spring. Other festivals happen in summer or winter and each festival celebrates something specific like music, culture and social bonds. The Sea Dance Festival is an award-winning event that takes place on the Jaz Beach in Budva. If you’re in Montenegro in July, be sure to check out the Sea Dance festival.

4. Go to the mountains:
Montenegro is famous for its rugged, beautiful mountains. They range in size and some are more well-known than others. The Kuci Mountains are lesser known and feel wilder as there are almost no visitors. Spending time with your family up in the mountains away from the world is a truly magnificent experience. Getting to the mountains themselves is a grand and exciting adventure as there are so many things to see along the way. A trip to the mountains can help rejuvenate your spirits and provide a wonderful experience for your children.

5. Check out the coast:
There are a number of old towns that line the coast in Montenegro. Visiting Kotor will give you a Venetian feel with small, twisted streets you can wander in. Also, St. Ivan’s fortress is located high up above the old town and is reachable through an easy hike. Visitors can also take a boat trip to the Lady of the Rock, a man-made island off the coast of Perast. You can also visit the old town of Ulcinj and walk in the soft, dark sand and waves of the beach there. These coastal towns feel timeless and can be a fascinating experience for the children.

6. Visit the village:
A trip to the village is bound to be an unforgettable experience for the kids. They can plant seeds, harvest fruits, feed the livestock and even drive a tractor or make yarn from wool. The entire family will benefit from the physical activity, clean mountain air and fresh, organic food. You can also explore the large farmyards and hike on a mountain trail.

Montenegro is a magical place to visit, with mountains and lakes tucked away in every corner. A trip to Montenegro with your children will make a wonderful trip for the whole family. Whether you want to visit the mountains, go on a hike, go to the local festivals there is something for the whole family to enjoy. Planning a family trip here will create countless memories for your kids to cherish.

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