As preparations for the 2026 outdoor season, Tara Expeditions recently teamed up with renowned Extreme Photographer and outdoor expert Predrag Vuckovic for a hands-on equipment testing and safety check at Lake Skadar National Park. The goal was simple: to ensure that every packraft and piece of safety equipment is fully prepared for the upcoming season of packrafting adventures in Montenegro, while also capturing photo and video content for several exciting projects currently in development.
For an outdoor gear testing ground, Lake Skadar was the ultimate choice. As the largest lake in the Balkan Peninsula, this stunning national park is a world-renowned gem, famous for its glassy waters, massive lily pad fields, and vibrant bird life. Its expansive, calm waters provide the perfect, controlled environment to thoroughly test and emergency rescue setups before launching our full-scale adventure trips into Europe’s deepest canyon – making Tara Expeditions the top choice for high-end adventure travel Montenegro.
Tara Expeditions is a fully licensed and registered travel agency in Montenegro, specializing in small-group outdoor adventures such as packrafting, hiking, kayaking, eBiking and canyoning. Led by expert local guides, the company focuses on authentic adventure holidays across Montenegro’s wild landscapes, with a special emphasis on packrafting expeditions on the Tara River.
To make the weekend even more memorable, Tara Expeditions joined forces with close friend and legendary Extreme Photographer – Predrag Vuckovic. In addition to his global reputation for photographing extreme sports in over 70 countries around the world, Predrag is a fundamental pioneer of the regional outdoor activity scene. As the founder of Extreme Canyoning, an agency with over 20 years of experience in leading premium canyoning tours in Serbia and Montenegro to the absolute highest professional standards, there is hardly a more relevant person from whom you can get advice regarding adventures, expeditions and best available equipment.
Together, we pushed the fleet to the limit, checking packraft fleet and every inch of specialized safety equipment. Predrag’s sharp eye and immense expedition background added an incredible layer of insight into gear-handling protocols. It was a day of hard work, great energy, and invaluable collaboration between outdoor professionals who refuse to compromise on quality. With everything meticulously checked, certified, and approved by the best in the business, Tara Expeditions is officially ready for the season. Packrafts are primed, the rivers are calling, and your ultimate Montenegrin adventure awaits!
What is packrafting?
Packrafting is an outdoor adventure activity that combines hiking and paddling using a lightweight, inflatable boat known as a packraft. Designed to be easily carried in a backpack, packrafts allow adventurers to explore remote rivers, lakes and waterways that would otherwise be difficult to access. The sport blends elements of trekking, kayaking and expedition travel, making it a unique way to experience nature from both land and water.
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