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The waterfall is known both as Kravica and Kravice. It sits about 40 km south of Mostar and about 10 km south of Ljubuški, so it fits naturally into a day trip from Dubrovnik. Most tours stop for about an hour, enough for a swim or a walk around the pool.
This guide covers swimming, seasons and practical tips. To compare tours with and without the waterfall, see the guide to Mostar tours from Dubrovnik.
Quick answer
Yes, you can swim at Kravice in the warm months, and most Mostar tours from Dubrovnik stop there for about an hour. On the Mostar and Kravica Waterfall Day Trip, the listing states 1 hour at Kravica with time to swim, and entry to Kravica is included. The small group tour gives 1.5 hours.
What are the Kravice waterfalls?
A waterfall about 25 m high on the Trebižat river in Bosnia and Herzegovina, with a pool at its base.
Kravica lies about 40 km south of Mostar and about 10 km south of Ljubuški. On a day trip from Dubrovnik it usually comes before or after the time in Mostar.
Can you swim at Kravice waterfalls?
Yes. The pool is a popular swimming spot in the warm months.
The listing for the Mostar and Kravica Waterfall Day Trip mentions time to swim during the 1-hour stop. Travellers who plan to swim save time by wearing swimwear under their clothes, since an hour passes quickly.
One hour at Kravica with time to swim, then a guided walk in Mostar.
Book thisWhen is the best time to visit Kravice?
Spring brings the fullest flow, while the warm months are best for swimming.
For the trip as a whole, April to early June and September to early October are the most comfortable months. July and August are hot, with temperatures that can pass 40C, and the borders tend to be slowest then. The cool water at Kravica is a welcome break on a hot summer day.
How long do Mostar tours stop at Kravice?
Usually about an hour. The small group tour lists 1.5 hours and the tour from Cavtat lists 50 minutes.
- Mostar and Kravica Waterfall Day Trip: 1 hour.
- Small group tour: 1.5 hours.
- Tour with a local guide in Mostar: 1 hour, with fast-track entry.
- Kravica, Mostar and Počitelj tour: 1 hour.
- Tour from Cavtat: 50 minutes.
Maximum 8 travellers, 1.5 hours at Kravica and 3 hours of free time in Mostar.
Book thisIs the Kravice entry fee included on tours?
On several tours, yes. The listings state that entry is included on the flagship day trip, the small group tour, the private tour and the tour from Cavtat.
The small group listing notes that the waterfall fee is paid in cash. The tour with a local guide mentions fast-track entry. Checking the inclusions of the chosen tour avoids surprises on the day.
What should you bring to Kravice?
Swimwear, a towel and some cash are useful, along with the passport or ID needed for the border.
- Swimwear and a small towel if you plan to swim.
- Footwear that copes with wet ground near the water.
- Sun protection and water in summer.
- Some cash, since small shops and cafes in the region often prefer it.
- Passport, or national ID for EU citizens where the tour accepts it.
Fast-track entry at Kravica and a local licensed guide in Mostar.
Book thisWaterfall or more time in Mostar: which tour to pick?
Tours with Kravica trade some time for a swim stop. Tours without it, such as the Medjugorje tour and the full-day trip to Mostar, focus on other stops.
The flagship day trip combines an hour at Kravica with a 30-minute guided walk and 2.5 hours of free time in Mostar. Travellers who would rather skip the swim can look at the full-day trip to Mostar, which lists about 9 hours with a local guide, a Turkish House and a mosque.
Is Kravice suitable for children?
The falls can be a fun stop for families, but the day trip is long, and some tours set a minimum age.
The small group tour is not for children under 2 and the tour with a local guide is not for children under 3, according to the listings. With 10 to 13 hours door to door, families with very young children may prefer a shorter excursion.
Frequently asked questions
How high are the Kravice waterfalls?
About 25 m, on the Trebižat river, with a pool at the base.
Can you swim at Kravice?
Yes, the pool is a popular swimming spot in the warm months, and some tour listings mention time to swim.
How far is Kravice from Mostar?
About 40 km south of Mostar and about 10 km south of Ljubuški.
Is Kravice included on Mostar tours?
Many tours from Dubrovnik stop there, usually for about an hour. The Medjugorje tour and the full-day trip to Mostar do not include it.
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Mostar and Kravica Waterfall Day Trip
- Pickup and drop-off at around 22 points in Dubrovnik, according to the listing
- 30-minute guided walk in Mostar, then about 2.5 hours of free time
- About 1 hour at Kravica waterfall, with time to swim; entry to Kravica and the Bosnia entry fee included
Small-Group Kravice Waterfalls and Mostar
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Dubrovnik; pickup can be a short walk away in the Old Town
- About 1.5 hours at Kravice waterfall, then about 3 hours of free time in Mostar
- Guide and tour escort; tourist tax and waterfall entry included, according to the listing
Mostar & Kravica with a Local Guide
- Pickup within a 5 to 10 minute walk of your stay in Dubrovnik, Slano, Orasac or Zaton Mali
- English-speaking tour guide plus a local licensed guide in Mostar (45-minute Old Bridge walk)
- About 2.25 hours of free time in Mostar, then 1 hour at Kravica with fast-track entry
