The Otašević family from Plav has been nurturing a traditional way of mountain life on Mokra for generations. During the summer, Veselin and Nataša, together with their daughters Jelena, Jovana, and Nevena, stay at Vule’s katun, where they preserve the customs, lifestyle, and values characteristic of katun households in northern Montenegro.

Their daily life is connected to nature, livestock farming, agriculture, and the production of homemade food. At the katun, the family grows vegetables, corn, and fruit, prepares homemade juices, jams, winter stores, and traditional brandy, while numerous recipes and skills are passed from generation to generation. During the summer months, they are engaged in mowing hay, picking blueberries and medicinal herbs, maintaining the katun, and preparing products for the winter.

They welcome guests as friends, with the desire to bring them closer to the authentic mountain life, local cuisine, and the peace provided by a stay in untouched nature.

The Otašević family bases their daily life on traditional agriculture, livestock farming, and the production of homemade food at the katun. During the summer months, they stay on Mokra, where they engage in growing vegetables, corn, and fruit, as well as maintaining the katun household in harmony with nature and the seasons.

At the household, they prepare homemade juices, jams, preserves, winter stores, and traditional brandy according to recipes passed down through generations. During the season, they pick blueberries and medicinal herbs, from which they prepare natural products characteristic of this region.

A large part of the food served to guests comes from their own production or the immediate surroundings, so guests have the opportunity to enjoy authentic local flavors prepared in a traditional way. A stay at the katun provides an opportunity to get to know the daily life of the family and participate in seasonal activities such as food preparation, harvesting, mowing hay, and other household tasks.

The Otašević family household is located at Vule’s katun, on Mokra mountain, in an environment of untouched nature, vast pastures, and dense Bosnian pine forests. At an altitude of 1,870 meters, this area is characterized by clean mountain air, numerous water springs, and the peace offered by an authentic katun landscape.

The surroundings are suitable for lovers of active holidays, hiking, cycling, and spending time in nature, but also for those who want to experience a slower pace of life far from the city crowds. During the summer, the mountain areas of Mokra are rich in medicinal herbs, forest fruits, and diverse landscapes that change their appearance through the seasons.

In the vicinity of the household, there are numerous natural and cultural-historical sites, including Stoja’s Cave, the remains of old towers on Vaganica and Kukarski Vrh, katun cemeteries, the historical site at the Ćafa pass, as well as the Church of Saints Peter and Paul.

The Bojić family lives in the village of Plan, No. 5, and during the summer, they stay at the Potrk katun on Sinjajevina mountain. Three generations live in the household – grandmother Krstina, her daughter Sanja and son-in-law Ranko, and their three children: Nemanja, who is a primary school teacher, Aleksandar, a hospitality professional, and daughter Anđela, a pharmacist. The children stay with their parents and always help with the tasks in the rural household. They live in the countryside and are engaged in agriculture and livestock farming. Guests are always welcome and can get to know the rural way of life.

The primary activity of the Bojić family is livestock and agriculture. They raise about 20 cows, 30 chickens, and 5 pigs. They produce the widely known and branded Kolašin layered cheese (lisnati sir), kajmak, eggs, meat, and various homemade foods.

They own fields and an orchard where they grow onions, carrots, parsley, leeks, beets, raštan (collard greens), chard, cabbage, potatoes, beans, green beans, corn, peas, tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers. From the fruits, they have apples, pears, and plums, as well as strawberries and raspberries, which they use to make homemade juices, jams, and brandy.

They also produce honey, brandies with medicinal herbs, as well as teas picked on the mountain.

Guests can always participate in these activities themselves.

The rural household is located about 15 km from the town of Kolašin, where visitors can visit the town center, the square, churches, restaurants, and get to know the local culture. In the immediate vicinity, about 20 km away, is Lake Biograd, which is part of the national park and represents one of the most beautiful natural attractions in Montenegro.

The household is closest to the Jablanov Vrh peak (2023 m above sea level), and nearby are the peaks Veliki and Mali Gusar. Along the way, you can visit the Bistrica spring, from where locals get drinking water. The view from Ždrijelo is particularly beautiful, as is the viewpoint located about a 10-minute easy walk from the katun, offering a wonderful view of the village of Lipovo, the town of Kolašin, and the peaks of the Komovi and Bjelasica mountains.

The Muratović family lives in the village of Kalica, in the municipality of Petnjica, in northern Montenegro, where they have been engaged in animal husbandry and agriculture for generations. The household consists of Ermin Muratović, his mother Mevluda, his wife, and their two children, and the family’s daily life is based on working on the estate and caring for animals.
The Muratović family nurtures a traditional way of life and passes on knowledge from older to younger generations, especially when it comes to food production, cattle breeding, and preserving the customs of this region. Most of the food they produce themselves – dairy products, vegetables, grains, and fruits – in a natural and seasonal way, without industrial production.

A particularly important part of their life is moving to the katun. Every year during the summer, they move to the Pučpolje katun, where they continue a decades-long family tradition of staying in the mountains. There they take care of cows, sheep, and poultry, cultivate a small garden, and make homemade products, living in harmony with nature and its rhythm.

This way of life represents a blend of tradition, self-sustainability, and respect for nature, which makes this family an authentic example of rural life in the north of Montenegro.

The main activity of the Muratović family is animal husbandry and agriculture. In their household, they raise cows, sheep, and poultry, and they devote a significant part of their time to the production of milk and homemade dairy products.

In addition, they have a garden where they grow various types of vegetables, as well as grains such as corn and wheat, from which they prepare homemade bread. In the village, they also produce fruit and natural juices, while during their stay at the katun, they collect wild berries and mushrooms.

Most of the food they use comes from their own production, in a natural and seasonal way. Guests staying with the Muratović family have the opportunity to taste homemade products, but also to participate in daily activities, depending on the season and current work on the estate.

The Muratović family household is located in the village of Kalica, in the municipality of Petnjica, in northern Montenegro. During the summer, they stay at the Pučpolje katun, which is part of the traditional Katun Roads route, known for its preserved mountain landscapes and authentic way of life.
In the surrounding area, there are several interesting places that guests can explore during their stay:

Cultural and historical monuments:
In the center of Petnjica is the Petnjica Mosque, an important religious and cultural object of this region. The local archaeological site where traces of katuns from the Bronze Age were discovered is of particular value, which speaks of the long tradition of animal husbandry and mountain life in this area.

Natural attractions:
The area of Kalica and the Pučpolje katun are characterized by untouched nature, vast pastures, forests, and mountain viewpoints, ideal for a peaceful stay and exploration.

Active vacation:
This area is suitable for hiking, light walks, and staying in nature, and the fact that it is located on the Katun Roads route, which connects traditional mountain households and allows for a unique experience of life on the katun, adds special value.
This location provides guests with the opportunity to get to know a less known, but extremely authentic and preserved part of Montenegro.

Gorica and Rajko stay at the Pešića Rupa katun during the summer. They are engaged in livestock farming, and their daily life is tied to caring for animals and maintaining the katun. Their children join them every summer and help with chores at the katun, especially during the mowing season.

Rajko is particularly recognized for playing the flute, so staying with them often gains a special, almost forgotten atmosphere – the sounds of the flute spreading across the mountain are a true shepherd’s experience.

Gorica is a dedicated hostess who takes care of the household and food preparation, so guests have the opportunity to experience the family warmth and the way of life that has been nurtured here for generations.

The Pešić family bases their daily life at the katun primarily on livestock farming, which is the foundation of their way of life. They raise sheep and cows, so the production of milk and dairy products is at the center of their offer.

From fresh milk, they prepare homemade cheese, kajmak, and jardum, according to recipes passed down in the family for generations. Jardum is a specialty of katun cuisine. It is obtained from sheep’s milk, usually in August. If you are not used to strong food, be careful with jardum; consume small amounts. The cuisine relies on simple but high-quality ingredients, so along with dairy products, potato dishes, homemade bread, and other traditional mountain meals are often on the table.

Authentic, homemade food is thus available to guests, prepared from what is produced directly at the katun according to the season. The Pešić family has a garden in the village where they grow various types of vegetables, and they also have various types of fruit.

The Pešić household is located at the Pešića Rupa katun, in the area of the Biogradska Gora National Park on Bjelasica. The katun is situated near Pešića Lake, which can be reached by an easy 15-minute walk, making it particularly suitable for guests who want to combine a stay at the katun, homemade food, and a visit to one of the most beautiful mountain lakes in this region.

The surroundings consist of vast pastures, forest areas, and mountain viewpoints offering views towards the peaks of Bjelasica. In the wider area are other glacial lakes of the National Park – Biogradsko, Ursulovačko, and Šiška lakes, while among the famous peaks and viewpoints are Crna Glava, Zekova Glava, and Troglava. The National Park is known for its primeval forest reserve, lakes, and rich mountain landscape.

This area is suitable for walking, hiking, cycling, and easy strolls, and marked trails connecting the most attractive locations pass through the National Park. Pešića Rupa katun is a good choice for a longer stay in nature but also for a short break after a tour – lunch, tasting of traditional dishes, and rest in the katun atmosphere.

During the summer months, the Dubak family moves with their livestock to the Šiška katun, located within the Biogradska Gora National Park. Đorđije and Slavica stay at the katun then, dedicated to daily duties, while their sons and daughter with their families often join them, using every free moment to help and be part of that life.

Livestock farming and beekeeping are deeply rooted in the family tradition, which is passed down to younger generations with love and dedication.

The Dubak family is engaged in various branches of agriculture, nurturing a blend of tradition and homemade production. Their farm includes livestock farming, beekeeping, vegetable growing, and fruit growing, ensuring a diverse and high-quality offer.

On the rural estate, they have an orchard from which homemade brandies, juices, and jams are produced, prepared according to traditional recipes. In the garden, they grow various types of vegetables – potatoes, onions, carrots, zucchini, green beans, beans, cucumbers, peppers, and cabbage, from which they also make various types of salads.

A special segment of their production is beekeeping, while dairy products and meat are provided through livestock farming. Guests always have access to a rich offer of homemade, freshly prepared products that reflect the authentic taste of this region.

The Dubak household is located in the Šiška katun, in the heart of the Biogradska Gora National Park, in an authentic mountain setting that offers peace, beautiful natural landscapes, and numerous opportunities for exploring the surroundings.

In the immediate vicinity are Veliko and Malo Šiško Lake, as well as Ševarinsko Lake, ideal for easy walks and enjoying nature. Hiking enthusiasts can head to Ursulovačko Lake, about a two-hour walk away, as well as Biogradsko Lake, one of the most beautiful glacial lakes in the region, reached by a trail of about three hours.

Hiking and tourist routes pass through this area, such as the katun road “Untold Bjelasica,” national hiking and cycling trails, which connect the most beautiful mountain areas of the region and offer exceptional opportunities for active holidays and multi-day tours. Additionally, a network of local trails leads to mountain peaks (Crna Glava, Zekova Glava) and viewpoints offering impressive views of the surrounding landscapes.

The household is located within one of the last European primeval forests, for which Biogradska Gora is widely known.

Numerous activities are available to guests – hiking, walking, cycling, as well as easy strolls through forest and mountain areas, making this region ideal for day trips and staying in nature.

Dejan Šekularac lives in the village called Lužac, situated 2 kilometers away from Berane. He has recently decided to start working in the village tourism and has renovated his family house and offered it to the guests coming from all over the globe. Dejan is an immensely diligent person, and, besides working in a Home for students in Berane, spends his free time on his farm in Kurikuće, working in agriculture. He has got large raspberry, plums, apples and pear fields, planted for the household needs, as well as apiary situated close to the family house.  His sisters help him a lot, they spend a lot of time in the village and work with him, especially with the guests, when food needs to be prepared. His son is also of great assistance. His stone house, built more than 70 years ago, will take your breath away.

Dejan Šekularac has got a garden where he grows vegetables for his family and guests. They produce jams, juices and one inevitable drink from this area, the plum brandy, from the fruit from his orchard. If you visit this household at the right time, you can take part in these activities.

A village household “Rijeke (Rivers)”, situated in the village Kurikuće is located 10 kilometers away from Berane. It is situated within a valley where two rivers pass through, and our household is right next to the river Suvodo, that is how we had the idea for the name of the household. There are three caves in the village itself, you can visit them whenever you wish. Village Kurikuće is situated in the proximity of the National Park Biogradska Gora and the mountain Bjelasica and is ideal place for tourist’s visits, tourists who wish to experience village life and take a stroll across our beautiful Bjelasica and visit its peaks and glacier lakes. Two hours away from Kurikuće, you can find these lakes, Large and Small Šiško lake, Ševarinsko lake, Ursilovačko and Pešića lake. A bit further away is Biogradsko lake.

Šekularac family lives in the village Kurikuće. The household is made of Živko and Milka. They’ve got a son and two daughters. Živko is a retired teacher, he had been a primary school principal for a long time. Milka is a retired accountant. Their family tradition is beekeeping. At the moment, there are around thirty hives in the household.

Šekularac family is involved in many activities within their household. One of them is beekeeping. They have got an orchard where they grow numerous types of apples, plums, pears, cherries, sour cherries and others. They use these for making jams, juices and so on. They have also got a garden where they try to grow organic vegetables and then they make pepper spread or different types of salads from it.

Šekularac household is situated close to Berane, at the foothill of the mountain Bjelasica. There is an asphalt road leading to the household. This area is abundant in beautiful scenery, some of them are the glacier lakes – Šiško lake and Ursulovačko lake and they attract a lot of tourists during summer. There is also a macadam road next to the household leading to the peaks of Bjelasica. Tourists can swim in the lake, ride a horse and pick blueberries.

Jokić family lives in the village called Murino, but, since they are into husbandry, they have been spending half a year at the katun for generations. This katun is the place where they offer tourism services, they are situated directly on the route of the Katun Road. Gordana, or rather Goca, as her nickname is, is the lady of the house, she will welcome you and be your host. The katun is also home to her mother and father- law, and one of her seven children is often there, alone or with their own children. So, you may meet four different generations of the Jokić family while there. You will also get to know the old tradition of Montenegrin’s katuns, since this family still practices it, and every single thing in their household is completely traditional.

Jokić family is primarily into husbandry, which means you will be able to taste a superb mountain cheese. They keep cows, sheep and goats, pigs, hens, horses, too. You will see a cat or a dog also, all these animals are typical for a village household. Besides husbandry, the family grows practically all the food they make for themselves and that they serve to their guests. You should try their potato which is exceptional in taste and quality, being grown at this altitude and fertilized with stable manure, without any chemical substances. As it’s usual at the katun, the family picks blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, they collect mushrooms and medicinal herbs, you can taste all these here.

Vujo’s katun is situated at the very top of Čakor. It overlooks all the peaks of Prokletije, and the large portion of this region is registered as a national park. One of the trails from their katun leads to Mokra and Hajla mountains, the so called Katun Road where you can meet other cattle breeders who practice the tradition of going up to the katuns, and another trail leads to Prokletije mountain range, towards the famous trail Peaks of the Balkans.

Bućković family lives in the village called Dapsiće. There are nine members in the family (parents with their seven daughters). At the moment, there are four members living in the household, two daughters and their mother and father. Their family tradition is working in agriculture and husbandry. During several warmer months (May, June, July, September and October) the family goes to the katun Mokri Do where they are only into husbandry and welcoming tourists and all the other interested visitors of this eco katun. The proof that the family tradition is kept on is a fact that two of the daughters have finished faculty for plant production and they do it on every day bases. What is important here is that all the members participate in household jobs and they preserve family tradition.

Bućković family is into husbandry but they also have a garden where they grow vegetables, for them and for their guests. They also own an orchard and produce jams and juices. If you plan your visit in the right period, you can take part in these activities. Besides these, mother is into handcrafts (crochet, knitting and embroidery).

The household is located close to the ski center Lokve, mountain Cmiljevica (eco katunMokri Do). This mountain is located at the north-east of Montenegro. It is situated between Berane and Rožaje, it is 1,963 meters high and well known for its ski tracks and the Lokve hotel. This is a gentle mountain, abundant in water, rolling meadows, forests and the katun is surrounded by fields planted with potato.

Eco katunMokri Do is the right place for a visitor to relax, try some of the regional assortment of dishes, such as cheese, clotted cream (kaymak), kačamak, and meet some nice and gracious hosts.

Pored toga na Eko- katunu Mokri do posjetioci mogu stazama za planinarenje obići I vidjeti sve prirodne ljepote koje nudi ovaj eko- katun.

Ralević family lives in the village called Kaludra, Luge location and there are two generations living in the household, spouses Biljana and Mališa with their two children.

Basic activities of Ralević family are husbandry and agriculture, growing vegetables and some fruit used in making juices, jams and sometimes brandy.

Ralević household is situated in the Katun Kape Kaludarske, 12 km away from the village Kaludra, a village that hosts the Monastery of St. Luka and 3 km away from this Monastery, guests can visit the hotel Oka I Po.