Hiking · Herzegovina
Istup Waterfall Hike
From €135
€170 for 2 · €135 for 1
Full day · Moderate
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From €135
+ €35 per extra person
- Duration
- Full day
- Best suited to
- Active travelers
- Group size
- No group limit
- Transport
- Mostar transport included
Istup is where the Svilica drops over 200 metres in a series of falls, and almost nobody is there.
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Istup is where the Svilica drops over 200 metres in a series of falls, and almost nobody is there. Getting to it is a full day: hiking in across dry Herzegovinian hillside, then tracing the river itself, scrambling over rock, swimming the deeper sections, and jumping from the ledges into the pools if you want to. The route passes through a couple of old villages on the way.
Best for
- Active travelers who are comfortable walking for several hours on uneven terrain.
- Travelers who want local route knowledge, safe pacing, and a strong sense of place.
Not ideal for
- Guests who need flat paths only or prefer minimal walking effort.
For Istup Waterfall Hike, choose comfort over speed. Good shoes, enough water, and a steady pace make the day better than trying to rush the route.
Itinerary
- 1.Morning pickup in Mostar or Stolac (Sarajevo pickup on request)
- 2.Drive to Barane village trailhead
- 3.Hike along dirt road through countryside
- 4.River tracing along Svilica River
- 5.Navigate rocky and slippery terrain
- 6.Reach Istup Waterfall (200m cascade)
- 7.Swimming and optional cliff jumping in natural pools
- 8.Return hike to trailhead
- 9.Transfer back to starting point
Included & what to bring
What's included
- Certified mountain guide
- Snacks and refreshments
- Safety briefing and route guidance
- Transportation from Mostar or Stolac
Not included
- Transport from Sarajevo (possible on request, ask us for a quote)
- Lunch
- Swimming gear
- Personal insurance
Gear
Sturdy hiking boots, water shoes for river sections, swimsuit, towel, 2L water, packed lunch, dry bag for electronics.
Booking & weather policy
If conditions change
Before departure we check weather, route exposure, and current conditions. If the planned route is not the right call, we adjust the start time, switch to a safer route, or postpone by agreement.
Confirming your date
Your booking request is confirmed by a real coordinator. If conditions make the selected route unsafe, we work with you on the closest safe alternative before final confirmation.
Frequently asked questions
- Is Istup Waterfall Hike suitable for beginners?
- Istup Waterfall Hike is suitable for active beginners with good basic fitness, but it is better if you are comfortable walking for several hours on uneven terrain.
- What should I bring for Istup Waterfall Hike?
- Sturdy hiking boots, water shoes for river sections, swimsuit, towel, 2L water, packed lunch, dry bag for electronics.
- What is included in the Istup Waterfall Hike tour?
- This tour includes Certified mountain guide, Snacks and refreshments, Safety briefing and route guidance, Transportation from Mostar or Stolac.
- When is the best time to do Istup Waterfall Hike?
- Istup Waterfall Hike normally runs in April-October. We confirm the best exact date and route version based on current conditions and weather.
- How much does Istup Waterfall Hike cost?
- €135 covers the first person and every person after that adds €35, so two pay €170 and three pay €205. From five up we take more off the total, so tell us how many you are when you ask about dates.
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