We’ll walk around both lakes, we’ll climb to the highest point within the park, Montokuc, we’ll reach a viewpoint above the waves breaking on the rugged south coast, and we’ll take a boat down the Great Lake to St. Mary’s Islet which boasts the 12th century Benedictine Monastery. This is a hike marked by great contrasts – the tranquil, turquoise water of the lakes, the restless sea on the south coast; the shade of dense woodland, the brightness of hot sun-light; a panoramic view from the Montokuc summit, a close-up view of St. Mary’s Islet… If you yearn for a fairy tale hike, this is it! Let’s hit the road!

A hike of great colours

Mljet hiking tour starts from Pomena, a seaside hamlet on the western tip of the island. Firstly, we’ll walk in single file around the Small Lake. Here and there, the narrow shaded path almost touches the lake. You’ll be struck by the colour of the water! Emerald green! When have you ever seen a green sea? Exactly. When the path becomes a track, we’re on the shore of the Great Lake. It is deeper and… blue.

Our Mljet hiking tour continues in the direction of the Montokuc Hill. We’ll climb 253 metres on a lovely path which zigzags through the forest. The view from the top encompasses the whole National Park, the Pelješac Peninsula, and the islands of Korčula and Lastovo…

The last part of this tour takes in St. Mary’s Islet. Since you are already here, why not jump into the lakes?

On this hiking tour, you’ll learn about the formation of the lakes, the lush vegetation, the cultural heritage, and the history of the island. You’ll find out why Odysseus spent seven years on the island, why there are no vipers, and why there are wild boars, and finally, we’ll divulge the legend that the locals cherish the most. Are you all ears?