Skadar Lake National Park: Birdwatching & Photography Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Start your day with us in the charming lakeside village of Virpazar, the gateway to Lake Skadar’s internationally renowned bird reserve. As the sun rises and the lake awakens, you’ll step aboard a traditional wooden boat - just as locals have for generations - to explore one of Europe’s richest bird habitats.
This is the best time for bird-watching: the water is calm, the air is fresh, and hundreds of bird species are at their most active. Whether you’re a seasoned ornithologist or love the peace of nature, you’ll be captivated by sights like elegant herons, flocks of cormorants gliding over the water, and even the majestic Dalmatian pelican - but for this sighting bring some luck.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We do not provide transportation to and from Virpazar
We do not provide parking spots
What To Expect
Virpazar
We will meet in Virpazar, the heart of National Park Lake Skadar.
Lesendro Fortress is first on the list, a favourite place for birds ''to hang out''.
Options
Shared tour
What‘s Included
Refreshments: Wine & juice
Written guides in several languages
English-speaking tour guide
Map of Lake Skadar
Life vests and other safety equipment
National Park Lake Skadar fee
Tips or gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A fabulous boat trip
EnglandDeedee,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just back from a wonderful boat trip on Lake Skadar. The scenery was amazing and there was so much wildlife to spot. Our guide, Alex, was excellent, with lots of local knowledge and interesting information. We thoroughly recommend this tour.
There are hardly any birds...
Compass08861428676,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00I went on a birdwatching tour. But in this area there are hardly any birds. There are a lot of roads and a railway in the area, so I guess all the noise makes it a poor area for birds. I went on another tour in Lake Skadar National Park / Amazon that was not with focus on birds, but there were so many birds. So I think Kingfischer trick you by offering this tour as something special for birdwatching.
A Wonderful Morning on the Water
W9756CKgeoffb,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Petar was a very hospitable and knowledgeable guide. He started by asking any on our tour had a specific birds to target. Then he guided us around an enjoyable trip. We all got so caught up looking for birds, even Petar, that we enjoyed a few extra minutes on the lake, soaking up the beauty.
Highly recommended
Neil O,Jul 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00It's definitely worth the early start to get out on the lake before all the tourist boats set off. Our captain/guide was very knowledgeable. Both for the best spots to see birds and the birds we were seeing.
Early bird…
karin caethoven,Jun 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The lake and the canals are beautiful. We choose especialy for the birdwatchingtour early in the morning but our guide, though he was very friendly, wasn’t much of a birder. The boat was OK but it wasn’t that comfortable for birding because you sit with your back to the water.
Bird watching paradise
emmahY2350VI,Oct 29, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A stunning experience and the highlight of our holiday. You go out on a basic wooden boat with a guide. The guide was friendly, helpful (assisted me on and off the boat) and knowledgeable about the birds. We saw lots of Kingfishers, Coots, Great Crested Grebes, White and Grey Herons, Cormorant and the Dalmatian Pelican. We were offered wine which was a pleasant surprise. My only disappointment was how littered the lake and National Park are given the country has been so clean elsewhere. Definitely worth the long drive and early start
Peace and quiet at the lake…
Maartenstravels,Aug 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour starts at an hour most tourist are still waking up, so it is lovely peaceful and quiet. We were lucky to see some kingfishers and a pelican. The guide is timely, and knowledgeable. I highly recommend! For more reviews, check out the company “Kingfisher”; very positive and helpful reviews.
Fantastic tour in a beautiful natural setting
L2596ZEmattheww,May 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had been recommended several boat tours on Lake Skadar prior to going but Kingfisher came highly recommended and it did not disappoint. The boat is comfortable with plenty of room (and shade) to enjoy the two hour tour on Lake Skadar. If you are interested in nature and wildlife the early morning trip is for you - two hours is plenty of time to see the highlights without it becoming too much. Coffee/ tea and a snack is provided during the tour and the guide helped us to spot plenty of species of bird and wader as well as talking to us about the history of the lake and its strategic importance. A very enjoyable experience and well worth signing up to with Kingfisher.
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