Private transfer from Podgorica Airport to Biogradska Gora National Park — home to one of Europe's last primeval forests, a glacial lake beneath Bjelasica, and a world of bears, roe deer, and mountain shepherds. Between Kolašin and Mojkovac.
The private taxi from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Biogradska Gora covers approximately 100 kilometres and takes around 90 minutes under normal conditions. The route follows the Morača canyon and the main Podgorica–Kolašin highway — one of the most scenic road corridors in Montenegro, cutting through deep river gorges and climbing steadily into the central highlands. Your driver drops you at the national park entrance, at Biogradsko Jezero, at a specific guesthouse, or at any point on the Bjelasica mountain. TTM has been driving this route since 2003.
Biogradska Gora is one of the smallest but most remarkable national parks in Europe. At its heart is Biogradsko Jezero — a glacial lake nestled in a bowl beneath the Bjelasica mountain range, at an altitude of around 1,094 metres, fed by mountain streams and surrounded on all sides by ancient forest. The lake itself is a place of exceptional beauty at every season — dark and mirror-calm on still mornings, silver-grey in autumn mist, frozen and silent in the depths of winter. A circular trail around the lake takes about an hour and passes through forest that has not been touched by an axe in living memory.
The forest surrounding the lake is one of the last three remaining primeval forests in Europe — an old-growth temperate rainforest of beech, fir, and maple where some individual trees are over 500 years old, where mosses cover every fallen trunk, and where the understory is dense, dark, and alive with the sounds of birds and running water. Walking into this forest is genuinely unlike walking anywhere else in Montenegro — the scale and age of the trees creates an atmosphere of depth and stillness that is increasingly rare on the continent. Bears move through it. Roe deer graze at its edges in the early morning. The golden eagle nests in the ridges above. The biodiversity of Biogradska Gora is extraordinary for its size, and it is one of the best-protected ecosystems in the western Balkans.
The national park sits in the heart of the Bjelasica mountain range — a broad highland massif between the towns of Kolašin (approximately 18 km to the west) and Mojkovac (approximately 12 km to the east). Both towns serve as practical bases, with accommodation, restaurants, and services. The high Bjelasica plateau above the park is a world of alpine meadows, katuni — traditional mountain shepherd settlements where families bring their flocks for the summer — and open grazing land where sheep and cattle roam freely against a backdrop of peaks and sky. TTM covers transfers to Kolašin and Mojkovac as well as to the national park itself, all from Podgorica Airport at fixed prices.
Beyond Biogradsko Jezero, the Bjelasica massif holds a string of other glacial lakes scattered across its valleys and plateaus — each with its own character and each requiring a different trail to reach. Ursulovačko jezero, Šiško jezero, and Pešića jezera are among the best-known, sitting at altitude in open mountain terrain with views that extend far across the surrounding highlands. They are quieter than Biogradsko Jezero and rarely crowded — for those prepared to walk, they offer a quality of solitude and mountain scenery that is exceptional. The active katuni of the Bjelasica plateau are equally rewarding to visit: Suvodo, Vranjak, Lomerska, Lainska, and Žarski katun are among the most accessible and most alive with the summer rhythm of the highland — flocks of sheep moving across the meadows, smoke from the hut fires, the sound of bells, and the hospitality of families who have been coming to these same pastures for generations.
The lesser-known Beranska and Bjelopoljska side of Bjelasica is a world apart from the busier Kolašin approach — and for hikers and serious mountain explorers, it is arguably the more rewarding side. The mountain villages of Debelo Brdo, Koraci, and Glavaca survive here with a small, resilient population that has chosen to remain in the highland despite the decades of rural depopulation that have emptied so many Montenegrin mountain settlements. Etno domaćinstvo Božović in Glavaca is one of the most authentic traditional homesteads remaining in the region — a working rural household where guests encounter the genuine food, lifestyle, and hospitality of the old Montenegrin mountain world, not a reconstructed version of it. The katuni of Plavac, Potrkovo, and Gojnovac serve the surrounding highland pastures in summer and are among the least-visited shepherd settlements on the entire Bjelasica massif — their remoteness is exactly what makes them worth the walk.
This side of Bjelasica carries a density of wildlife that is exceptional even by Montenegrin standards. The area around Debelo Brdo — and particularly the Duboki Potok area on the Božović estate — supports one of the largest brown bear populations in the region. Sightings are frequent and the bears are genuinely wild, living undisturbed in forests that see very few visitors. Roe deer and wild boar are also abundant throughout this part of the mountain — the combination of dense forest, open clearing, and low human pressure creates ideal habitat for large mammals. For wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, and anyone with a serious interest in encountering Montenegrin nature on its own terms, the Beranska and Bjelopoljska side of Bjelasica is among the most rewarding destinations in the country. TTM arranges private taxi transfers from Podgorica Airport to this area — contact us via WhatsApp with your specific destination and we will confirm the route and fixed price.
Bjelasica is also one of Montenegro's principal ski destinations. The ski centre on Bjelasica operates at altitudes between 1,450 and 1,600 metres, with slopes served by lifts and groomed runs suited to a range of ability levels. The ski season typically runs from late December through March. Several new hotels and mountain lodge properties have been developed in the area in recent years — particularly around Kolašin and on the Bjelasica approaches — bringing a new standard of comfort to a destination that was previously served only by older infrastructure. These newer properties combine the mountain setting of Bjelasica with modern facilities, spa services, and year-round programming, making the area increasingly attractive not only in winter but across all four seasons. TTM covers transfers from Podgorica Airport to all accommodation on Bjelasica — ski lodges, new hotels, katun guesthouses, and eco-lodges within the national park — at fixed prices.
One of three remaining old-growth temperate forests in Europe — beech, fir, and maple trees over 500 years old, untouched and protected within the national park.
A glacial lake at 1,094 metres altitude, beneath the Bjelasica peaks. Surrounded by primeval forest, accessible by circular trail from the park entrance.
The national park sits midway between two highland towns. TTM covers transfers to the park entrance, to Kolašin (65€), and to Mojkovac — all from Podgorica Airport at fixed prices.
Just ~100 km from Podgorica Airport via the Morača canyon highway — around 90 minutes. One of the most accessible national parks from TGD.
Biogradska Gora and the Bjelasica highlands offer a kind of mountain experience that is genuinely unhurried — a place where the activities grow naturally from the landscape rather than being imported from somewhere else. Here is what the area does particularly well.
Brown bears, roe deer, red deer, golden eagles, peregrine falcons, and dozens of other protected species live within and around Biogradska Gora. The primeval forest provides cover and habitat that has not been disturbed for centuries. Early morning and evening are the best times — walk quietly along the lake trail or the forest edge and the chances of an encounter are real. This is not a managed wildlife experience; the animals are genuinely wild and genuinely present.
The hiking on Bjelasica ranges from the flat, easy circular trail around Biogradsko Jezero to multi-day ridge traverses across the main massif. The summit of Zekova Glava (2,117 m) and other Bjelasica peaks offer panoramic views from the Adriatic coast to the Prokletije — on a clear day, the geography of Montenegro opens up completely. Trails are well-marked and the terrain is varied, with the primeval forest, highland meadows, and rocky ridgelines each offering a completely different character.
Bjelasica has a tradition of horse riding and equestrian culture tied to the katuni and the summer transhumance. Horse riding through the high meadows of the Bjelasica plateau — past grazing sheep, through fragrant highland grass, with the lake below and the peaks above — is one of the most distinctively Montenegrin ways to spend a morning on the mountain. Local operators offer guided rides for all levels; contact us via WhatsApp and we can advise on arrangements.
The forest roads and highland tracks of Bjelasica are excellent quad terrain — a combination of mountain passes, shepherd trails, and open alpine meadows that rewards exploration on four wheels. The views from the plateau are extraordinary and the tracks challenge riders of all experience levels. Local operators based near Kolašin and Mojkovac offer guided quad tours onto the mountain. TTM gets you to the base from Podgorica Airport at a fixed price.
In late July and August the Bjelasica highland meadows and forest edges are full of wild blueberries — borovnice — in quantities that city people tend to find hard to believe until they see it. Picking them is unhurried, meditative work, and eating them straight from the plant, warm from the sun, is one of those simple pleasures that stays in the memory for years. The same meadows and pastures where the blueberries grow are also where the stada ovaca — flocks of sheep from the summer katuni — move slowly across the plateau, driven by shepherds whose families have been using these same highland pastures for generations.
The katuni are one of the most distinctive features of Montenegrin highland culture — temporary summer settlements where shepherd families move with their flocks, cattle, and horses for the months when the mountain pastures are open. On Bjelasica, the katuni of Suvodo, Vranjak, Lomerska, Lainska, and Žarski katun are among the most visited and most alive — each accessible on foot from the surrounding trails. The hospitality offered — fresh cheese, kajmak, smoked lamb, and the extraordinary silence of the highland — is unlike anything available in a restaurant or a hotel. Walking to a katun on Bjelasica is a walk into a world that has changed very little in a hundred years. TTM can arrange the transfer to the trailhead from Podgorica Airport and collect you on the way back.
Bjelasica is one of Montenegro's principal ski mountains, with ski runs operating between 1,450 and 1,600 metres altitude. The season runs from late December through March. Several new hotels and mountain lodges have been developed around Kolašin and on the Bjelasica slopes in recent years — bringing modern spa facilities, comfortable rooms, and year-round programming to a mountain that was previously known only to summer visitors. TTM covers transfers from Podgorica Airport to all ski-area accommodation at fixed prices — ski equipment included in the transfer at no extra charge.
Fixed price per vehicle · No hidden fees · Luggage included · Cash on arrival · Also covers Kolašin (65€) & Mojkovac
Prices are per vehicle, not per person. Return trip discount available. Kolašin from 90€ · Bjelasica from 90€ · For groups of 8+, contact us.
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We track your flight and adapt to any delay. Your driver will be at arrivals whenever you land — waiting at no extra charge.
TTM drops you at the Biogradsko Jezero entrance, at your specific guesthouse, or at any trailhead on the mountain — not just "near Kolašin". Mention your exact destination when booking.
90€ Comfort · 100€ Business · 180€ Minivan. Kolašin from 90€. The price is agreed when you book — luggage and gear always included.
TTM drivers have been driving the Morača canyon and Bjelasica road for over 20 years. We know the access roads, the guesthouses, and the mountain in all seasons.
Driver waits in the arrivals hall with a name sign and helps with all luggage — no searching, no stress after a long flight.
Return airport taxi from Biogradska Gora to Podgorica Airport 24/7 from 90€. Book both legs together for a discount.
No direct public transport: There is no direct public bus from Podgorica Airport to Biogradska Gora or to Biogradsko Jezero. Buses connect Podgorica city to Kolašin, but they do not serve the airport and do not take you to the park entrance. A private taxi to Biogradska Gora from Podgorica Airport is the only reliable, direct option — and at 90€ per vehicle for up to 4 people, it is excellent value for a 100 km transfer into a national park.
Park entrance vs accommodation: The Biogradska Gora national park entrance and the Biogradsko Jezero lake are accessed from the main Podgorica–Bijelo Polje highway (E65). Most guesthouses and eco-lodges are within 5 km of the lake. When booking your transfer, mention your exact accommodation address so your driver can take you directly to the door rather than just to the park entrance.
Kolašin and Mojkovac as bases: Many visitors prefer to stay in Kolašin (18 km west) or Mojkovac (12 km east) rather than within the park — both towns have a wider range of accommodation and restaurants, and the drive to Biogradsko Jezero is short. TTM covers transfers to both towns from Podgorica Airport at separate fixed prices (Kolašin from 90€, Mojkovac from 90€).
Seasons: Biogradska Gora is remarkable in every season. The primeval forest is most dramatic in late autumn when the beech turns gold and russet. The lake is best in summer for swimming and rowing. Blueberry season peaks in late July and August on the Bjelasica plateau. In winter the mountain road can require chains — TTM vehicles are equipped and the drivers are experienced on this route in all weather.
Currency and payment: Montenegro uses the Euro (€). Our transfers are paid in cash on arrival. No card required, no upfront payment — the fixed price agreed at booking is all you pay.
No direct public transport from TGD to Biogradska Gora. Private taxi from 90€ is the only door-to-door option.
TTM drops you at Biogradsko Jezero entrance, your guesthouse, or any specific address in the park area — same fixed price.
Prefer a town base? Kolašin from 90€, Mojkovac from 90€ — both with easy access to Biogradska Gora. TTM covers all three.
Return taxi to Podgorica Airport 24/7 from 90€. Book both legs together for a discount. Pickup from any address in the park area.