Skakavac (Sarajevo)

Skakavac Waterfall
Skakavac Waterfall
Location	Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sarajevo
Coordinates	43°56′55.04″N 18°26′55.83″E / 43.9486222°N 18.4488417°E
Elevation	980 metres (3,220 ft)
Total height	98 metres (322 ft)
Watercourse	Skakavac

Skakavac (english: grasshopper) is a waterfall located about 12 km from Sarajevo, north of the city center above the village of Nahorevo. It is one of the largest waterfalls in the Balkans. The waterfall is 98 meters high. It originates from the stream of the same name, which flows below the peak of Bukovik (1532 m), and flows into the Perak creek. Vegetation around the waterfall is full of various endemic and relict plants. Trails of Skakavac are famous and beloved by mountain bikers, as well as those wanting easy walk and rest in nature.

In 2002, Skakavac waterfall with its surroundings is declared by Sarajevo Canton as monument of nature.^[1]

Skakavac Waterfall is enlisted in worlds BASE JUMP location, under the name Gogo Base Jump Skakavac.

Round tour trail

Start of the trail can be reached by foot and by car. In order to reach the waterfall by foot, it is recommend to take a bus (number 69) from Sutjeska (Sarajevo) to Nahorevo - and then by foot from Nahorevo (red arrow) to the Skakavac Waterfall using well marked paths.

In order to reach waterfall with car (4x4 car is recommended), it can be done directly from Sarajevo, through Nahorevo to Nature Preserve Skakavac. Cars are prohibited after the stop ramp and it is best to hike down to the waterfall.

It is recommended to reach the Skakavac Waterfall by foot, hiking through trail that lead under waterfall. Down the trail you will see many places with tables and benches ideal for picnics.