Bihać · Adventure · Nature
Una River Rafting
Raft the clear Una river through Una National Park, starting right below the Štrbački Buk waterfall. Routes, difficulty, season and tips.
- Time needed
- 2 to 2.5 hours on the water, 3.5 to 4 hours in total
- Best time
- Spring for the most water and excitement. Summer is warmer and calmer
- Region
- Bihać
Why visit Una River Rafting?
The Una is one of the best rafting rivers in the Balkans: clear green water, small waterfalls you go right over, and forest on both banks. The classic route starts just below Štrbački Buk inside the national park and runs about 7.5 km downstream. Easier routes near Bihać are good for families and first-timers.
Bihać has hosted the International Una Regatta, one of the oldest river festivals in the region, for more than 50 years.
Routes
- Štrbački Buk to Lohovo / Loskun (inside the national park): About 7.5 km with waterfalls and stronger rapids. Not recommended for young children.
- Kostela area (below Bihać): Gentler water, good for beginners and families.
Getting there
Trips are based in Bihać, and most packages include transport to the start.
Practical info
- Price
- Varies by company and route. Most packages include guide, equipment, transport and the park fee. Check current prices with local companies
- Park fee
- Included in most packages. Officially 12 to 20 KM per person on the Štrbački Buk route, depending on season
- Season
- Roughly April to October
- Last checked
- October 2026. Prices and hours change, so confirm before you go.
FAQ
Is Una rafting good for beginners?
The routes below Bihać are. The national park route has waterfalls and stronger rapids, so it suits people with more confidence in the water.
When is the best time for rafting on the Una?
Spring brings the most water and excitement. Summer is warmer and calmer.
Where does Una rafting start?
The classic route starts just below the Štrbački Buk waterfall inside Una National Park.
