Drive to Šavnik, on the road between Nikšić and Žabljak, then follow the signs for Nevidio to Pošćenje, about 10 minutes further. Allow about 2¼ hours from Podgorica, 3 hours from Kotor or Budva, and 35 to 40 minutes from Žabljak. There is no bus to the canyon itself; buses run to Šavnik.
Drive times
These are road distances and realistic times without long stops. Mountain roads are slow, and in summer the coast road adds time.
| From | Distance | Realistic time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Šavnik | 4 km | About 10 min | Last stretch is narrow and winding |
| Žabljak | 24 km | 35 to 40 min | Via the road to Šavnik |
| Nikšić | 51 km | About 1 h 15 | Main road north through Šavnik |
| Plužine | 48 km | About 1 h 15 | Mountain roads |
| Podgorica | 102 km | About 2 h 15 | Via Nikšić |
| Podgorica airport | 110 km | About 2 h 30 | Via Podgorica and Nikšić |
| Kolašin | 73 km | About 1 h 45 | |
| Kotor | 131 km | About 3 h | Via Risan and Nikšić |
| Tivat airport | 132 km | About 3 h | Via Risan and Nikšić |
| Budva | 140 km | About 3 h 15 | Summer traffic on the coast |
| Herceg Novi | 138 km | About 3 h 15 | Via Risan and Nikšić |
| Dubrovnik | 147 km | About 3 h 30, plus the border | Croatia–Montenegro border queues in summer |
| Sarajevo | 231 km | About 5 h, plus the border | Via Bosnia and Herzegovina |
The route
From the coast or Podgorica, everything goes through Nikšić. From there take the road north towards Šavnik and Žabljak. The road climbs through the uplands and drops into Šavnik, where three rivers meet.
From Šavnik, follow the signs for Nevidio and Pošćenje. The road is narrow and winding for the last few kilometres. Pošćenje is a scattered village with meadows and two small lakes; the canyon parking is just beyond it, down by the river.
From Žabljak, take the road south towards Šavnik and turn off for Pošćenje and Nevidio before you reach the town.
Ignore sat-nav routes over Sedlo outside summer. The Sedlo pass, around 1,900 m, is usually closed by snow from about November to May, and there are not always signs saying so.
The last stretch
- Fuel and cash: Šavnik is a very small town. To be safe, fill up and get cash in Nikšić or Žabljak.
- Food: there are restaurants on the canyon road in Pošćenje, and cafés in Šavnik.
- Phone signal: expect gaps in the valleys and none inside the canyon.
- Driving: the side road to Pošćenje is single-track in places. Go slowly and use the passing places.
Without a car
Buses connect Podgorica and Nikšić with Žabljak, and some services stop in Šavnik. From Šavnik you need about 4 km more to the canyon. Options:
- ask your canyoning operator if they collect from Šavnik or Žabljak;
- ask your accommodation about a pick-up;
- arrange a taxi from Šavnik or Žabljak in advance.
Several operators on the coast and in Žabljak sell trips with transfers included, which is the simplest way to do it without a car.
Airports
- Podgorica is the closest, about 2½ hours away.
- Tivat is about 3 hours away, via the Bay of Kotor and Nikšić.
- Dubrovnik is about 3½ hours plus the border crossing.
Day trip or overnight?
A guided descent starts in the morning and takes 5 to 6 hours from meeting to finish. From Žabljak or Nikšić that is an easy day trip. From the coast it means leaving before 6 am and driving back in the evening, tired. If you can, sleep near the canyon the night before. Itineraries for one to three nights and where to base yourself help you decide.
Questions people ask
Can I visit Nevidio as a day trip from Kotor or Budva?
Yes, but it is a long day: about three hours each way, plus 5 to 6 hours for the canyon trip itself, which starts in the morning. Many tours from the coast do it with an early pick-up. If you can, sleep near the canyon the night before.
Can I get to Nevidio by public transport?
Partly. Buses between Nikšić and Žabljak, and some longer routes, stop in Šavnik. From Šavnik to the canyon is about 4 km, so you need a lift, a taxi or a pick-up from your guide or accommodation. Ask when you book.
Is the road to Nevidio difficult?
The main road via Nikšić and Šavnik is a normal two-lane mountain road. The last stretch to Pošćenje is narrow with bends, so drive slowly and expect to pull in for oncoming cars. Any normal car is fine in summer.
Should I drive over the Sedlo pass?
Only between roughly June and October, and only if you want the scenic route. The pass is around 1,900 m and closed by snow for much of the year. Sat-navs sometimes send people over it in winter; ignore them. More on the Sedlo road.
Where do I park?
There is a parking area right by the canyon entrance. In summer it fills with guided groups in the morning. If you are on a guided trip, your operator will tell you where to meet.