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Bobotov Kuk (Durmitor)

Bobotov Kuk - Durmitor’s highest peak over the Black Lake and a wild karst massif

Difficulty 4/5 · HardDayOut-and-backDay summit
Distance
~15 km return
Max elevation
2,523 m
Elevation gain
~1,000 m
Duration
6-8 h
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Breathtaking view of a mountain path winding through rocky terrain towards snow-capped peaks under a blue sky.

The route

The line through Durmitor NP, Montenegro - waypoints, elevation and the day-by-day shape of the walk.

Season & conditions

Best season

Jun-Oct

Weather risks

Exposed alpine weather - afternoon thunderstorms, cold, wind, snow lingering; start early and check the forecast

Snow-free ~Jun-Oct; the cabled summit is dangerous when wet. Confirm.

On the trail

Terrain & surface

Karst limestone, glacial lakes, scree and a cabled summit

Technical & exposure

Cabled sections and scrambling near the summit

Navigation & waymarking

Marked/waymarked route; navigation generally straightforward - carry a map and confirm locally

Accessibility & group fit

Suitable for reasonably fit hikers; not wheelchair accessible - confirm specifics

Crowds & solitude

A popular, well-known route - busier in peak season

Variants & turnaround

From Sedlo pass (shorter) or the Black Lake (longer)

Getting there & staying

Trailhead access

Žabljak / Sedlo pass

Shuttle & transport

Out-and-back/loop - no shuttle needed

Huts, camping & refuges

Day route - none needed

Gear, water & connectivity

Day-hike kit, water, sun/rain protection, sturdy footwear; coverage varies

Facilities

Services in Zabljak; limited or none on the trail

Guide & crew

Not required; self-guided

Permits & safety

Durmitor NP entry; from Žabljak

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Hazards

The cabled/scrambly summit, karst terrain, storms

Emergency exits & rescue

Retrace the route to exit; dial local emergency services; carry a means of calling for help where remote

This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand trail report. Coordinates are approximate.

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