Jelica is a mountain from the Dinaric group of mountains south of Čačak and stretches for 30 km. It continues to the mountain Ovčar, and its highest peak is Crna stena at 929 m. Among the peaks, Gradina, Stjenik, Vetrinja, Neboš stand out for their beauty, and from each of them there is an incredible view of the Čačak basin and Dragačevo.
The northern part of the mountain is extremely wooded and is crossed by numerous streams and rivers. According to legend, the mountain was named after the girl Jelica, who, wanting to escape from Turkish enslavement, jumped from the ruins of the old town of Gradina. The old town dates back to the reign of Emperor Justinian.
On this hiking tour, we will go to the peak of Stjenik and Stjenik natural arch (window), which Jelica is known for, and then to the peaks of Neboš and the Stjenik monastery.
Kopački Rit Nature Park is one of the most important wetlands in Europe and a true paradise for nature lovers. It is located at the confluence of the Drava and the Danube, and its landscape consists of floodplain forests, quiet backwaters, and spacious meadows. This nature park is home to over 290 species of birds, including the white-tailed eagle, black stork, and wild goose. Deer, wild boar, and even European beaver can also be seen here.
Na ovom jednodnevnom izletu, ići ćemo u obilazak Kopačkog rita koji je pravo čudo prirode i jedno od najboljih mesta u ovom delu Evrope za posmatranje živog sveta! Krenućemo pešačkom stazom Bijelog lopoča (belog lokvanja), uživajući u netaknutoj prirodi, a potom se ukrcati na tihi električni brod i zaploviti kroz skrivene rukavce, gde ćemo se približiti čudesnom živom svetu Kopačkog rita. Obići ćemo i Tvrđu, staro barokno jezgra grada Osijeka i spomenik bitke na Batini. Dan ćemo završiti ručkom u tradicionalnoj slavonsko-baranjskoj gostioni.
Via ferrata Kablar is a unique experience on the rocks of Kablar next to the Turčinovac cave. Hiking tour on Kablar to the lookout point from where the meanders of the West Morava are best seen.
Via ferrata or steel paths are paths along the rocks where the steel ladders are used for climbing.
7:00 am: Južni obronci Rtnja: Golema Porica i Baba
– 02/05/2025
Velika (Golema) Porica is a karst pit and cave located on the northern slopes of Rtanj, near the village of Šarbanovac. This natural formation is exceptionally rare in its shape and size. The pit has a grand opening with a diameter of about 30 meters, which is quite a rarity in Serbia. The total length of the cave system is 217 meters, while its depth is approximately 35 meters. It consists of several morphological units and channels, which are part of a complex morphogenetic succession and represent a significant speleological site in this part of Serbia.
A unique hiking tour through the untouched areas of southern Rtnje, where we will explore the remote and lesser-known peaks of this famous mountain. Instead of the famous Šiljko, this time we are climbing to Babu, a beautiful peak from which views of all corners of the world can be seen. It is preceded by one of the most fascinating natural wonders of this region – Velika (Golema) Porica, an impressive karst pit and speleological gem, which will leave you breathless.
A circular path about 15 km long awaits us, through colorful glades and grass ridges, with a total ascent of about 650 m. The tour is medium demanding, suitable for all hikers with a solid level of fitness and a desire to discover the authentic, wild side of Rtnje.