Ada Boyana
The confluence of sea and freshwater elements - the natural island of Ada Bojana on the border with Albania
The second of the most popular resorts of the Ulcinj
Riviera after its main city and its environs is the island of Ada Bojana.
The small distances between the cities of Montenegro
make it easy to get to the amazing beaches scattered throughout the Adriatic
coast. So, the beach in Ada Bojana is relatively close to other popular towns –
the distance to the island Ada Bojana from Podgorica is 85 kilometers, from
Tivat – a little more than 100 km.
From the center of the Montenegrin coast of the
Adriatic – Budva – we will drive along a picturesque road through the mountains
and villages of Sveti Stefan, Petrovac and Sutomore to Ulcinj.
You
can stay in Ulcinj itself and drive to the beach (15 km). You can get from Ulcinj or Podgorica by bus, or you
could choose more comfortable way – by rented or private car. Travelers should
be aware that there are no large supermarkets or emporiums on the island Ada
Bojana, and there will be only opportunity to go to small shops or street
markets or have a bite to eat in small restaurants.
If you follow the Great Beach to the end of the Ulcinj
Riviera, you can find an amazing island called Ada Bojana. Currently, the
island and, in particular, the beloved by fans of the nudist holiday, the
corresponding huge beach are used by lovers of a relaxing holiday alone with
nature from around the world.
It can be mentioned that according to the New York
Times this resort island in 2010 added to the list of Montenegro's most popular
tourist destinations and continues to remain a sought-after worthy resort.
This is a triangular island, in the very south of
Montenegro it is formed by the Bojana River which flows into the Adriatic Sea
on the border with Albania – one can walk to the border. This
island was created by nature itself. The sand and silt taken out of the
sea so successfully accumulated over time at the place of wreck of the sailing
ship Merito in 1858. Now the island of Ada Bojana rises a little over 3 meters
above the water level, covering an area of almost 5 square kilometers.
Like the Great Beach (Velika Plaža – the
largest beach in Montenegro), there is dark volcanic sand on the
island's beach, so these beaches are different from others on this basis.
Volcanic sand is known for its healing properties. For people with diseases of
the musculoskeletal system sand is incomparable natural therapy.
Most of the Adriatic coast of the island is occupied
by a nudist beach, the rest of the coast is used by followers of traditional
holidays, who also visit the famous oasis every year in large numbers.
The rich flora and fauna of this area attract
connoisseurs of wildlife. Island has become accessible to tourists not so long
ago so the preserved virgin nature can be observed in all its glory.
In the depths of the island, you can find various
representatives of forest and meadow birds. Nightjars, herons, Javanese
cormorants and other birds live in forest thickets along the coast. With
sufficient dexterity you can make unique photographs of these graceful
creations.
In general, the beach of Ada Bojana was not much
affected by human activities compared to other beaches in Montenegro and
remains natural and clean.
The small distances between the cities of Montenegro
make it easy to get to the amazing beaches scattered throughout the Adriatic
coast. So, the beach in Ada Bojana is relatively close to other popular towns –
the distance to the island Ada Bojana from Podgorica is 85 kilometers, from
Tivat – a little more than 100 km.
From the center of the Montenegrin coast of the
Adriatic – Budva – we will drive along a picturesque road through the mountains
and villages of Sveti Stefan, Petrovac and Sutomore to Ulcinj.
You
can stay in Ulcinj itself and drive to the beach (15 km). You can get from Ulcinj or Podgorica by bus, or you
could choose more comfortable way – by rented or private car. Travelers should
be aware that there are no large supermarkets or emporiums on the island Ada
Bojana, and there will be only opportunity to go to small shops or street
markets or have a bite to eat in small restaurants.
If you follow the Great Beach to the end of the Ulcinj
Riviera, you can find an amazing island called Ada Bojana. Currently, the
island and, in particular, the beloved by fans of the nudist holiday, the
corresponding huge beach are used by lovers of a relaxing holiday alone with
nature from around the world.
It can be mentioned that according to the New York
Times this resort island in 2010 added to the list of Montenegro's most popular
tourist destinations and continues to remain a sought-after worthy resort.
This is a triangular island, in the very south of
Montenegro it is formed by the Bojana River which flows into the Adriatic Sea
on the border with Albania – one can walk to the border. This
island was created by nature itself. The sand and silt taken out of the
sea so successfully accumulated over time at the place of wreck of the sailing
ship Merito in 1858. Now the island of Ada Bojana rises a little over 3 meters
above the water level, covering an area of almost 5 square kilometers.
Like the Great Beach (Velika Plaža – the
largest beach in Montenegro), there is dark volcanic sand on the
island's beach, so these beaches are different from others on this basis.
Volcanic sand is known for its healing properties. For people with diseases of
the musculoskeletal system sand is incomparable natural therapy.
Most of the Adriatic coast of the island is occupied
by a nudist beach, the rest of the coast is used by followers of traditional
holidays, who also visit the famous oasis every year in large numbers.
The rich flora and fauna of this area attract
connoisseurs of wildlife. Island has become accessible to tourists not so long
ago so the preserved virgin nature can be observed in all its glory.
In the depths of the island, you can find various
representatives of forest and meadow birds. Nightjars, herons, Javanese
cormorants and other birds live in forest thickets along the coast. With
sufficient dexterity you can make unique photographs of these graceful
creations.
In general, the beach of Ada Bojana was not much
affected by human activities compared to other beaches in Montenegro and
remains natural and clean.
Entrance and entry to the island are paid:
2 euros per person / 6 euros per car + separately for each passenger. A
sandy beach with a length of 4 km, a shallow depth and a gentle slope into the water are suitable for families with children, an adult will have to go some distance to the depth. Entrance to the beach is free;
tents are not allowed in the area of the nudist beach. Lifeguards work on the beach.
There is a fishing village on the island - small wooden houses and restaurants offering sea and river fish.
The hotel and a variety of private bungalows of class A, B and L (luxury) FKK Ada Bojana are distinguished by a developed infrastructure. The hotel complex is located within walking distance from the beach.
The
beach season lasts from April to November. Sailing, windsurfing, beach volleyball, water skiing and horse riding can attract outdoor enthusiasts. Possible sea and river fishing. Hotel FKK Ada Bojana has tennis courts and a basketball court.
Nudist
and traditional beaches are divided conditionally. Renting a sun lounger with an umbrella during the holiday season will be 10 euros for two people. On the beach, you will find showers, a toilet, a dressing area.
The naturist village
of Ada Bojana was built here during Yugoslavia in 1973. Since then, the island has become a popular holiday destination for nudists who come
here from all over the world to enjoy complete unity with nature.
The
non-profit organization Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE)
awarded the beach on Ada Bojana certificate of the international
standard Blue Flag as an environmentally friendly beach that guarantees
visitors its excellent content, high-quality water, the availability of
rescue services and the observance of the necessary safety standards.