BOSNIA

Centuries of Ottoman empire ruling shows on almost every step, but being so close to central Europe has had a strong influence, too. That combination makes this culture very interesting to experience. Croatia and Bosnia share one of Europe’s magnificent rivers – Una. Its source is in Croatia but after a confluence with its younger (and wilder) brother Unac the right bank is Bosnian. Then it turns deeper into Bosnia and after a while returns to be a border again. Old kayakers joke says that you must hold your passport in your teeth while paddling.

Rafting - Strbecki waterfall, Una river

Una canoeing

The fascinating part of this river starts in its canyon after a 20-meter waterfall. Waterfalls and most of the rapids are created by travertine rocks and these rocks also create a thrilling labyrinth of green river islands in a section below Bihac. There are few towns in the world like Bihac that are blessed with a river like Una. No wonder kayaks have a long tradition here.

If you are visiting Croatia to enjoy its wild rivers, make sure you plan a day for rafting or canoeing on Una. The best spots are not easy to find but we shall be happy guide you. The more people we bring to the river, the sooner will the authorities realize that the planned dam construction would be a crime.