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.

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.

The Džabasan family lives in the village of Tepca, at the foot of the Ćurevac peak. Three generations live in this family, brothers Miroje, Radoje and Rade with their mother Dunja. Radoje’s family is also with them, a wife and two children. The brothers share the jobs in the household, Miroje is primarily engaged in beekeeping and growing vegetables in the greenhouse, while Rade is more engaged in husbandry and fruit growing. And Radoje is oriented more to the town, where he is engaged in private business.

The Dzabasan family is engaged in agriculture. They have beehives, and they sell honey on their doorstep, mostly to tourists. As part of their property, there is also an orchard, with plums, walnuts, and cherries, from which they prepare various delicacies. Also, the family grow vegetables in the garden and in the greenhouse. They are also engaged in cattle breeding, and they mostly use dairy products for the needs of their family. Depending on the month of your visit, you will be able to participate in one of the activities that the brothers are currently engaged in.

The Džabasan family lives in the village of Tepca, in the canyon of the Tara River. The village is a well-known Durmitor village for several reasons, one of is because it is the only parish village where almost all kinds of vegetables and fruits thrive. Secondly, because there is a raft in the village, so it is possible to organize rafting from households.

Some of the hiking trails start from this small village, such as the trails to the village of Mala Crna Gora, as well as to the Ćurevac viewpoint. From the top of Ćurevac canyon of the river Tara is 1,333 m deep.

Also, jeep tours to the village from Žabljak are often organized to see village and river.

The Cmiljanić family lives in the village of Potkrajci, near Pljevlja. The host lives here with his wife and two children. They live in the same with the host’s brother and his family. Momir works as a driver in a village school, but the main source of income for the entire household is from their livestock farming. The next generation has already grown up and continues the family tradition.

Cmiljanić family are engaged in agriculture, husbandry. The family has a large flock of sheep, as well as cows, pigs, and chickens. They also have their own garden where they plant vegetables for the needs of their family. During the summer, the family pick forest fruits and they prepare juices and jams, and you can always participate in the process of preparing them with the housewives, depending on the month of your visit.

Many religious buildings, such as the monastery of St. Trojice and Ali Pasha Mosque have been built in the town called Pljevlja, which is some 10 km away from the village Potkrajci.

There are many marked biking trails, as well as easy hiking ones located in the vicinity of the household, such as local trails to Gradina and to Vrulja.

There is a spring “Medicines” very close to the village – according to tradition, the spring is visited before sunrise on St. George’s Day (May 6), where patients wash themselves. According to the tradition, this water can cure them.

The Cmiljanić household is located near the meander of the Ćehotina river, which, with its viewpoints, is the only one of its kind in their area. The viewpoint is only 10 km away from the household. There is an asphalt road leading from the place where you can see Ćehotina to Otilovića lake. Boat rides or swimming tours can be arranged on the lake.

Near the village, there is a medieval fortress called Koznik,  better known as Jerenin city.

Biljana is the only person living in the household and she returned from abroad to live in the village, on the estate left to her by her father. She found her peace and enjoyment in the village itself, and the orchards near the house. Biljana’s brother and his family sometimes come to spend their summer vacation together. She is a very active representative of the village, and she tries to valorize it at various events.

Biljana leads a quiet life in the village, she has a garden where she plants vegetables, which she uses to make food. She has also got a large orchard and uses its fruits to make homemade brandy, jams, and preserves.

The village of Gornja Bijela is located near the motorway leading from Nikšić to Žabljak, which connects the central and northern part of Montenegro.

The Monastery of St. Georgije gives the special charm of the village, it is about 1,000 years old, and it was built by Prince Vladimir Dukljanski.

The river Bijela’s waterfall called Crnjak is set close to the household, and during the spring (when the snow melts) and during rainy summer days it enchants the visitors. And on hot, summer days, the natural pool on the river is used by the locals, they swim and try to cool down a bit. Also, one of the natural attractions is the source of the river Bijela, which is located 300m from the house. For true adrenaline junkies, there is a possibility to go through the river canyon, which has become increasingly popular in recent period.

At about 10 km from the village, a wind farm was built, which is a real sensation with its windmills.

Rada is the only member of the household Karadžić. She is retired, and spends her time in the countryside, while in the summer months, her daughters and grandchildren come to visit her and help with the activities on the estate. Rada is a very dear woman who likes to entertain guests and spend time with them.

Housewife Rada is engaged in agriculture. Besides the farm, she has also got her own garden where she plants vegetables, mostly for the needs of her children, and the rest for the needs of guests who visit her. She also owns a small orchard and prepares various jams, juices and cakes from the fruits. Rada loves to pick teas and medicinal herbs, so whenever you come to her household, you have the opportunity to try some homemade teas.

Karadžić household is located in Žabljak municipality itself, only a few km from the town. The village is close to the ski resort Savin Kuk, where, during the summer months, you have the opportunity to ride the cable car to the top.

Vražje and Riblje lakes are nearby, locals and tourists alike swim in the Vražje lake, on small grassy beaches, during the summer months. Next to the lake, there is the necropolis of tombs, Bogumil cemetery, which is under the protection of UNESCO.

As the farm is located right next to the border of NP Durmitor, the location is excellent as a starting point for hiking climbs in the mountains.

Bicycle trails are located some 200m from the household.

There are 5 members living in the Đurđić household in Motički gaj. Those are three generations in the household, Radovan with his wife Milena, their two children and his mother. Radovan works in electrical distribution company and takes care of the maintenance of the property, while his wife Milena takes care of the cattle. Their son is a student, while their daughter is still in school.

Đurđić farm is engaged in agriculture, they have cows, pigs and chicken. The biggest contribution to the household comes from the sale of dairy products, prepared by the diligent housewife Milena. During the summer months, family members often go to the forest where they pick forest fruits and use them to prepare juices and homemade cakes. They also have their own garden near the house, where they plant vegetables for the needs of their family.

Đurđić household is located in the village of Motički gaj, close to the Savin kuk ski resort, so you can stay here and use the ski lift during the summer months to climb to the ski resort. The village is located along the border of NP Durmitor, and this park can be explored for months without getting bored. The famous Black Lake is only 4 km away from the household, and the panoramic road Durmitorski ring passes through the village itself.

The Durmitor , often called Greek cemetery by locals, is also a few kilometers from the household.

The family Uščumljić pends the summer months in the household in the village called Nedajno, and it is made of the hosts Velimir and his wife Bosa, with their two sons and a daughter-in-law. The youngest member, Nikolina, who is 4 months old now is also with them. When the snows start, the family moves to Plužine, and spends the winter there, because the road to the village is not cleaned in the winter. The family is engaged in agriculture, but to a lesser extent, they have also started providing services in rural tourism.

Uščumljić family is engaged in agriculture, they have chickens and turkeys. Keeping larger cattle is impossible for them, because they don’t spend the winter period there. The members of the household plant a garden, where many vegetables are grown, which is used for the needs of the family and for the needs of their guests. In the village, due to the altitude of 1,450m above sea level, only certain fruits grow, such as walnuts, cherries, and pears. Bosa picks medicinal herbs, and use it for making teas and juices.

Village Nedajno is located on a panoramic road called Ring around Durmitor. This road is very popular during the summer months, so the location of the village is great for the travelers visiting this panoramic road, they can make a break here.

The Montenegrin Transversal International Hiking Trail, which stretches through the northern part of Montenegro, from the border with Bosnia and Herzegovina to the border with Albania, also passes through the village.

Starting points of some trails climbing to the Durmitor peaks are in the immediate vicinity of the household. Descent into the canyon of the river Sušica is also possible from the household. As well as a tour to the lake Sušica, which is a periodic one.

A well was built in the village, which represents the central part of the village. A memorial house of the national hero Vidoje Žarković is situated nearby.

The Malović family lives in the village of Seoca, near Plužine. It is only 1 km away from the main road Nikšić – Plužine. Spouses Slavko and Sladjana, with their three children, live on the farm throughout the year. Monika, Željana and Željko are teenagers, the girls go to high school, while Željko is still a primary school student. The household is primarily engaged in agriculture. They have a large herd of cows, whose milk is used for preparing all types of dairy products, they have also got pigs and chickens, whose products round off their gastronomic offer.

The main activity of the Malović family is agriculture. They have a large garden near the house, where they grow potatoes and other vegetables. They have also got their own orchards near the house, the fruits are used for preparing juices, jams, preserve and brandy. To harvest the fruits of the orchard, it is necessary to arrive at the right time. Throughout the summer, they harvest wild fruits from the forest, such as wild strawberries and cornelian cherry, they make them into jams and juices, for the needs of their family.

The Piva Monastery is located in the immediate vicinity of the farm, just a few km away, and it is one of the largest and most important cultural and historical sights of Plužine.

The household itself offers a view over the Piva Lake, which is the largest artificial lake in Montenegro. Kayaking and boat rides can be arranged on the lake itself. And for the brave ones, we offer a real attraction, flying with a zip line across the lake.

At only 50m from the house, the first marked hiking trails that lead to the viewpoint are set, it offers a view over Plužine and the Piva Lake.

Household Vukovic lives in hamlet Kosanica, village of Glibaci, which is situated at 1,380 meters above the sea level. Family Vukovic is a young one and numerous, consisting of 8 members:  father Radenko (41 years old), wife Gordana, children Nikolina, Mirjana, Viktorija and Viktor. Radenko has two brothers, too. All family members live together in same house. Vukovic family chose to live in the countryside, they work hard, enjoy their life and create. They have a large range of certified agricultural products, and they have decided to try their luck and expand their business to tourism, too. All household members are involved in family business.

The family is engaged in husbandry and the production of organic cereals. The farm spreads on the area of 30 ha. Their garden is a small one and used only by the family members, they don’t have enough free time to grow more products, since they have a lot to do with cattle and cereals. They produce all types of dairy products on the farm, the best-known one being Pljevlja’s cheese. Then, they produce buckwheat flour, barley and rye, too. They also make raspberry and blackberry juice and jam, from the fruit picked in the surrounding area, then various dry-meat products, which they dry in traditional way, on an ideal altitude and wind. They family has worked diligently and opened a small dairy plant, built with modern standards, where they produce up to 10 tons of cheese a year. Their cheese is certified – Protected Designation of Origin, together with other members of the Production of Pljevlja Cheese Association. Also, beside this significant certificate, the family produces organic cereals (Monteorganica Certificate). There is an old, stone, traditional house on the farm, whose interior is also designed traditionally. Since they are flour producers, the family makes bread and other flour products using an old, stone furnace, which is still active.

Kosanica plateau covers a huge area. If you start from the south, it can be reached by road Žabljak – Pljevlja, it is a few kilometers away from the famous bridge,  Djurdjevića Tara. Plateau Kosanica is located between famous Durmitor, Lisac and Ljubišnja mountains. It is a place where the lowest ever temperature in Montenegro was measured on January 25, 2022, – 33.2°C. Kosanica abounds in conifer forests, forests fruits, streams and rivers. All the villages on Kosanica plateau are beautiful, they have succeeded in preserving a traditional village architecture.  The farm offers a stunning view to a vast area, since it’s situated at the high altitude. There are numerous, spontaneous hiking trails nearby, as well as many viewpoints. As to the well-known natural attractions, the Tara canyon is very close, then the National Park Durmitor, Cehotina meanders are 35 km away. There are also some less famous attractions, such as the river Draga canyon, and the mountains of Bunetina and Lisac. Village Glibaci is 20km away from town of Pljevlja, which is rich in cultural and historical monuments from the Ottoman period and more recent history.