Bosnia and Herzegovina

Kravica waterfall – Bosnia and Herzegovina’s another hidden gem

If You are looking for an adventure, this is Your perfect destination. Kravica waterfall is nothing short of extra ordinary, fresh and imposingly well-rounded experience.

Kravica is located in the Southern part of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Whether You find Yourself going to the coast of Adriatic sea, or exploring the mountain range around Sarajevo, Kravica is right there, waiting for You, staying close and in the way. And on the other hand, If You are spending the night in Mostar, make sure not to miss Kravica, it’s just about 40 kilometers away towards Ljubuški.

Kravica is a tremendous work of nature, more precisely river Trebižat. It is a complex consisting of few waterfalls, total width of 120 meters. A spot where Trebižat bravely crushes down into a 28 meter drop, just to provide us with a view that’s even more astonishing and unforgettable. When it crushes down, it’s fierce and gentle at the same time and it’s not just about the view. The sound it makes make for an even more spectacular ambient. Water is perfectly clean, delivered to us fresh from the mother nature and this makes it even more special. A true gem if I know one.

So let’s say You’ve seen and heard Kravica from the shore or from any of the endlessly large number of the bushes all the way around it, what now ? You feel like getting even closer to the waterfalls? Well, You can! Kravica waterfall is open for You to jump straight into the water and get soaked any time You feel like it. You can do anything here, even go for a ride on one of the old wooden boats. It truly is perfect family retreat.

There are also options to rent fully furnished villa’s for how ever many nights You need. On the other hand, If You are looking to spend Your nights outside, stargazing under the clear sky, there are camping spots provided for anybody who is looking for this experience. All You’re going to need is a tent. There is also a cave nearby the waterfalls. At the moment You experience Kravice, You will feel like nature and life here are limitless.

True breath taker! Pliva waterfall in Jajce, formed 50.000 years ago is one of the 12 most beautiful on the planet!

If you still haven’t had the chance, I strongly encourage you to make some time and “discover” world’s only natural waterfall which is positioned in the heart of the city.

Pliva waterfalls are located in the center of Jajce and it was formed about 50.000 years ago and it still stands as a true showing how nature is unpredictable and unique. The majestic waterfall is located in central Bosnia, in the center of the town of Jajce, at the place where the Pliva river comes down spectacularly into the Vrbas river. This is a 20 meters drop and This cascade of the Pliva River is the most beautiful proof that nature is the “greatest artist”. Nature has magnificently taken care to protect this pearl of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Namely, tufa is protected by the growth of moss and resists water wear. The interlaced lights that illuminate the falls in the deep night make for a glorious scene. The jewel of Jajce, in all 4 seasons shines in divine splendor. The famous confluence of Pliva and Vrbas is surrounded by medium-high mountains (Hum, Bukovica, Dnolučka planina, Kik, Ranche and Ćusine).

Not so long ago, in one second Pliva “submerged” Vrbas with 40 cubic meters of water per second. The waterfall had to be reconstructed and improved in order to preserve it and now that number is 3 cubic meters of water per second. After rehabilitation, the waterfall became suitable for holding a sensational competition of diving from the top of the waterfall all the way down into Vrbas river.. The traditional diving competition takes place every year in August.. This event attracts an increasing number of spectators as well as competitors. Every year, there are domestic, but also competitors from neighboring countries: Croatia, Serbia and Slovenia. This natural phenomenon leaves no one indifferent, so every year there is an increasing number of foreign visitors who simply cannot resist this unique sight. A huge number of visitors come from all European countries. There are also frequent nature lovers from Australia, Israel, and even the United States.

It’s a great feeling to know that this magical oasis is just a few hours of drive away. Therefore, if you have not yet discovered the wonderful Pliva waterfalls, reward yourself and your loved ones with truly astonishing and beautiful scenes at Pliva waterfalls.

Prepared by: Milan Suvajac from Prnjavor, Bosnia and Herzegovina