Spring ascent to Rtanj

• Hiking
• Eastern Serbia
• One-day
• Mountaineering
• Spring 2024

Spring ascent to the gigantic Rtanj from the south side. Our unique mountain with a three-sided pyramid on top, almost regular in shape. We go to the highest peak Šiljak at 1565 m, from where there is a phenomenal view of the surrounding mountains. During the spring, you can also find the flowers of Ramonda Serbica, an endemic plant that was discovered by Josif Pančić on the slopes of Rtanj. It blooms from April to June.

On Rtanj mixed forests of fir and beech prevail, and their particularly interesting inhabitants are large blue butterflies, short-legged lizards, dragonflies, and many species of birds. The pastures and meadows are decorated with hawthorn bushes, wild roses, and steppe almond trees. There is an increasing number of mountaineers, who perceive it as a real challenge regardless of the time of year or the weather.

Numerous legends and stories circulate about Mount Rtanj. Some consider it the mountain of salvation, while others believe it is the mountain of aliens or energy generators. Regardless of what you believe, climbing Rtanj will give you an unforgettable experience and beautiful landscapes.

Additional notes:

• Equipment for the spring ascent to Rtanj: Deep hiking shoes with Vibram soles, backpack, and layered clothing, adapted to weather conditions, we recommend poles, bring enough water (1.5 l) and some food (snacks, sandwiches, fruit).
• Information about a hiking trail:
  • Length: 15 km
  • Total ascend/descend: about 1000 m
  • Category: medium, you walk along dirt forest roads, meadows, and near the top, partly on rocky sections
  • Duration: about 7 hours with breaks
• Physical requirements: a solid physical readiness is needed for hiking tour at Rtanj This hiking tour is not recommended for people with poor physical condition and / or health problems; the guide reserves the right not to take persons with inadequate equipment on the hike.
• In our article you can read some other interesting facts about the ascend to Rtanj.
• A minimum of 18 registrants is required for the realization of the spring ascent to Rtanj.
• Price is for members of "Explore Serbia". You can find membership information here. For those who do not have a membership card, the price is 4900 dinars.
• Own transportation: in case you come with your transport, the price of the tour is 2,700 dinars (with Explore Serbia membership cards) or 3,700 dinars (for those who do not have a membership card).

• Transportation from Novi Sad: the surcharge is 1200 dinars. Another option is to take the train to the Novi Beograd railway station, 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 insufficient number of registered passengers or unfavorable weather conditions, the deadline for notification of the postponement or cancellation of the tour by the organizers 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.

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

According to Article 79 of the Law on Tourism, protection is not provided for one-day tours in terms of travel guarantees.