Kravica Waterfall (also written Kravice) is a wide horseshoe of cascades on the Trebižat river near Ljubuški in western Herzegovina, dropping about 25 metres into a green-blue pool you can swim in. It is the best warm-weather day out from Mostar and a popular add-on for visitors based in Dubrovnik or Split. This guide covers what you pay, when swimming works, how to get there and how to fit Blagaj Tekke and Počitelj into the same day.
What Kravica Waterfall is actually like
The falls form a curved wall of travertine roughly 120 metres wide, with the water spreading into dozens of small cascades after rain and snowmelt, and thinning out in late summer. A wooden deck and a small rocky beach sit at the base. In the main season there are several cafes and snack stands at the water’s edge, plus an area with picnic tables and shaded grass. A path leads up to a viewpoint above the falls for the classic photo.
Photos make it look remote. It is not: this is a busy, well-developed park with a car park, toilets and a ticket gate. Go for the swim and the scenery, not for solitude, unless you time it well (see the section on best time of day below).
Kravica Waterfall entry fee and opening hours (2026)
Sources disagree on the exact ticket price, so treat these numbers as a guide and not a guarantee. As of 2026 we found:
| Item | Approximate price |
|---|---|
| Adult entry (main season) | 20 KM (about €10) |
| Children 7-18, residents of Bosnia and Herzegovina | about 10 KM |
| Children under 7 | free |
| Car parking | about 3 KM per hour or 6 KM per day |
| Bus parking | about 10 KM per hour |
Opening hours are commonly given as around 7am to 10pm in summer, with shorter hours and fewer open facilities from November to March. Some guides say the entrance fee is only collected during daytime hours and the site is free out of season, but we could not confirm this from an official source. Bring cash in KM or euros: card terminals at the gate and the vendors beside the water are unreliable. Many tours do not include the entry fee, so check the inclusions before you book.
Swimming at Kravica
Swimming is the main draw and is allowed in the pool below the falls. The usual season runs from June to September, although some visitors swim in May on warm days. Things to know:
- The water is cold. It comes off the karst and stays cool even in August, which feels wonderful after the drive but surprises first-timers.
- Wear water shoes. The rocks and travertine near the falls are slippery, and the bottom is uneven.
- Stay out of the strongest flow. Swim in the pool and along the edges, not directly under the heaviest cascades, particularly in spring when the volume is highest.
- There is a changing area and lockers in season, but bring a dry bag if you do not want to leave valuables on the shore.
- Pack a towel and lunch if you are on a budget. Prices at the cafes are higher than in Mostar.
Do not jump from the rocks and ledges. Injuries happen every season.
How to get to Kravica Waterfall
From Mostar (approximately 40 km, 45 to 50 minutes): Driving is simplest. Take the road towards Čitluk and Ljubuški and follow signs to Kravica/Studenci. There is no practical bus connection for a day trip, so without a car, pick one of the day tours below or ask a taxi driver to wait (agree the price and waiting time before you set off). If you are staying in the city, our Mostar things to do guide shows how Kravica fits with the Old Bridge.
From Dubrovnik (approximately 200 km, 3 hours 15 minutes each way): Possible as a long day, with Mostar and Kravica combined. Plan for the Croatia-Bosnia border crossing and read our border crossing guide first. The full overview of other options is in day trips from Dubrovnik.
From Split: Approximately 170 km via Imotski, about 2 hours 45 minutes each way. Doable by car, but most people choose a tour or break the journey in Mostar.
From Sarajevo: Around 3 hours by car via Mostar. Better done as an overnight stop in Mostar than a single day, see day trips from Sarajevo and the Sarajevo to Mostar train guide.
Self-drive tip: hire a car if you want to stop at Počitelj on the way back, because many group tours skip it.
Best tours to Kravica Waterfall
Two verified options cover the main departure points:
- From Mostar: Blagaj, Počitelj and Kravice Waterfalls day tour is the best choice if you are already in Herzegovina. It links the three stops in one loop and saves you the driving and parking.
- From Dubrovnik: Mostar and Kravica Waterfall day trip suits visitors on the Croatian coast who want the Old Bridge and a swim in a single day. Expect about 11 hours door to door.
Check whether park entry is included before you book. For other options, see our best Mostar tours, or browse all Mostar tours.
Combining Kravica with Blagaj and Počitelj
The three stops form a natural loop on the main road south of Mostar. Starting from Mostar, we would do them in this order: Blagaj in the morning when it is cool and quiet, Počitelj on the way to Kravica or on the way back, and Kravica in the afternoon for the swim. A realistic day is 7 to 9 hours with a car.
Blagaj Tekke
Blagaj is a village about 12 km southeast of Mostar, where the Buna river gushes out of a cave beneath a tall limestone cliff. The tekke (a Sufi, or dervish, monastery) stands right beside the water. It dates to the Ottoman period, with the main structure usually dated to the 16th and 17th centuries, and it is still used by a Sufi order.
You can enter the building for a small fee. Sources give anywhere from approximately 5 to 10 KM, with the riverside terraces free to walk. Opening hours vary by season, roughly 8am or 9am until late afternoon or evening, so confirm locally. Dress modestly (cover shoulders and knees) and remove your shoes inside. Allow 45 to 60 minutes. Arrive before 10am to see it without the tour groups, and sit at one of the riverside restaurants for trout or a Bosnian coffee. The cave mouth, the spring, and the cliff above are as important as the building itself.
Počitelj
Počitelj is a hillside Ottoman fortified village about 30 km south of Mostar on the road to Čapljina. The stone houses, a mosque, a clock tower and a hilltop fort are stacked on the slope, and the climb up takes 15 to 20 minutes on uneven steps. It is a quick stop (45 to 60 minutes) and the best views are over the Neretva valley at golden hour. Summer is hot with little shade, so bring water.
Best time of day and year
Time of day: In summer, arrive before 10am or after 5pm. Mid-morning to mid-afternoon is the busiest window because tour buses from Dubrovnik, Split and Mostar all arrive then, and the car park can fill by 10am. Evening light is better for photos, and the water is warmest after a hot day.
Time of year: June to September is the swimming season. Late spring (May and early June) has the strongest flow and fewest visitors but the water is colder. Autumn is quieter, although cafes begin to close in October. Winter is possible and cheap, but facilities are limited and swimming is not realistic.
Practical tips
- Bring cash (KM or euros) for the entrance, parking, and cafes.
- Pack water shoes, a towel, sunscreen, and a hat.
- Use the first car park to save on parking fees if you plan to stay all day.
- Pair the day with an overnight in Mostar. Our Mostar hotels guide lists the best bases, or browse Mostar stays.
- For context on the Old Bridge and the old city, see UNESCO’s listing for the Old Bridge Area of the Old City of Mostar.
Kravica is the best swim in Herzegovina and easy to reach from Mostar. Go early, pay cash, and use the same day for Blagaj and Počitelj.