Beljanica – od Lisina do Resavske pećine

• Hiking
• Eastern Serbia
• One-day
• Family friendly
• Spring 2025

Mount Beljanica, located between the Mlava basin and the Resava river, is known for its wealth of water, karst forms, and unreal landscapes. Canyons, tributary river,s and natural phenomena, such as Veliki Buk Falls, make this mountain ideal for exploring in all seasons.

Experience the natural beauty of Mount Beljanica and discover one of the most beautiful caves in Serbia! The tour from Lisin to the Resava Cave leads through a dense forest, through viewpoints and clearings, all the way to the impressive underground world of the Resava Cave. You will enjoy easy hiking, clean air, and the wealth of nature that will completely refresh you.

We begin our tour with a visit to the magnificent monastery Manasija, one of the most significant monuments of Serbian medieval architecture. We will get acquainted with Orthodox art, the basic features of the "Moravian and Raška school", which are united in exceptional harmony in Manassia.

The tour is suitable for all ages and fitness levels - the perfect way to spend a day in nature, in the fresh air and away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Join us on this circular walking adventure and explore the hidden treasures of Eastern Serbia!

Additional notes:

• Equipment for the Beljanica tour - from Lisin to Resavska cave: Hiking shoes or sports shoes with a stronger sole, backpack, layered clothing, adapted to the weather conditions, bring enough water and some food (snacks, sandwiches, fruit).
• Information about a hiking trail:
  • Length: 9 km
  • Total ascend/descend: around 400 m
  • Category: easy, you can walk along the forest, meadow, and dirt roads
  • Duration: about 4 hours with breaks
• This hiking tour is suitable for all ages.
• A minimum of 18 registrants is required for the tour of Beljanica - from Lisin to Resavska Pećina.
• Own transportation: If you come with your own transport, the tour price is 3000 dinars.
• Transportation from Novi Sad: The surcharge is 1200 dinars. Another option is to take the train to the Tošin Bunar railway station in New Belgrade, where you can wait for our transport. You can see the timetable here.
• Accident insurance: in order for this type of insurance to be active, you need to send us your personal number (JMBG) when registering.
• In case of an insufficient number of registered passengers or unfavorable weather conditions, the deadline for notification of postponement or cancellation of the tour is 2 days before departure.

• Trip cancellations by passengers: 

  • In case of cancellation of the trip by the passenger, 5 or more days before the tour date, the Agency retains the amount of 20% of the reservation costs.
  • In case the traveler cancels the trip less than 5 days before the trip, the agency reserves the right to the entire amount. In case of replacement by another passenger who is found either by the passenger himself or by the Agency, 90% of the paid amount is returned to the passenger.
  • In case of illness of the passenger and cancellation up to 3 days before the tour, the paid money can be returned or the amount can be transferred for another tour organized by the Agency, and the traveler is obliged to send medical documentation about the illness in writing. In case of illness of the traveler and cancellation less than 3 days before the tour, in addition to sending medical documentation about the illness, the traveler is obliged to compensate the Agency for the incurred costs (transportation and travel organization costs), and part of the money can be refunded.

Nearby attractions

Veliki Buk Waterfall – located on the river Vrelo, a right tributary of the Resava, at about 380 m above sea level. It was created by the accumulation of tufa, so it is classified as an accumulation type of waterfall. At the foot of the waterfall is a lake surrounded by tufa blocks. Veliki Buk has long been considered the highest waterfall in Serbia, 25 m high. The source of the river Vrelo is called Veliko Vrelo and together with the waterfall, it is protected as a natural monument of Lisine.

Resava Cave – is one of the largest and most beautiful caves in Serbia. It was created by the work of the former water stream that existed in Divljakovačka cove before the subsidence of its bottom, this stream sank at the place of today's entrance to the cave. The total length of the cave with all channels, including impassable ones, is 2,800 m, and the length of the examined channels is about 400 m. It is rich in jewelry, from ornate forms to massive pillars. Some parts of the cave, with groups of stalagmites and stalactites, were named "Košnice", "Grandpa and grandma", "Tarana Family".

Manasija Monastery - is the endowment of the despot Stefan Lazarević, the construction began in 1407 and was finally completed in 1418. The monastery church is dedicated to the Holy Trinity. The monastery is recognizable by the walls that surround it, on which there are 11 towers, the most famous of which is the Despot's Tower. The distance between the towers is larger on the east, and smaller on the west side due to easier defense against the enemy. The tower that stands out in its size from the others is the Donjon Tower. Manasija's frescoes are among the greatest achievements of Serbian medieval painting. The most beautiful is the founder's composition on the west wall, on which despot Stefan holds a charter in one hand, and a model of a monastery in the other.

Vinatovača rainforest - Beljanica is special also because it has the only rainforest in Serbia - Vinatovača. Beech trees have been growing here for more than 350 years, with lush green canopies and reaching a height of up to 45 m. This oasis of peace and untouched nature has been declared a protected reserve.

The organizer of the tour is the travel agency Explore Balkans doo. With this program are valid General conditions of travel organizer and Rulebook on conducting tours by Explore Balkans doo.