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Kravice Waterfalls
A wide, Niagara-style waterfall near Ljubuški, with a swimmable pool below that draws crowds on hot summer days.
Founder, from Ruma, Serbia
Kravice is Herzegovina's favourite swimming spot: a wide, crescent-shaped waterfall where the Trebižat River tumbles around 25 metres into a natural pool ringed by greenery. It sits about 40 minutes south of Mostar, near the town of Ljubuški.
In the summer season, the pool below the falls is open for swimming, with cool, clear water that's a welcome break from Herzegovina's heat. That makes it a rarity in the region: at Krka in Croatia, swimming below the falls has been banned since 2021, and at Plitvice it has never been allowed. You can rent a kayak or canoe to paddle closer to the cascades, and cafés line the shore. In spring, when it's too cold to swim, the falls are at their most powerful and the setting at its greenest.
Entry fees apply, and the car park sits above the falls, with a short walk down. Arrive early in July and August, as day trips from Mostar, Split and Dubrovnik roll in by late morning. Combine it with Mostar, Blagaj or the old fortress town of Počitelj for a full day in Herzegovina.
When to go
June through August for swimming, though the falls are worth visiting in spring too when water volume is highest.
Getting there
Roughly 40 minutes from Mostar or an hour from Dubrovnik by car.
Plan your visit
What it costs, how long to allow, and where to base yourself.
Entry fee; kayak rental extra
Half day
Mostar or Ljubuški
Mostar, 40 min
Trips you can book here
Guided tours run by local operators. Open a trip to see the price, what’s included and how the day runs.
Where to stay near Kravice Waterfalls: Ljubuški or Mostar
Most people visit Kravice from Mostar, around 40 minutes away, but staying near Ljubuški lets you reach the pool before the day trips roll in during July and August. Apartment Kravica is under 1 km from the falls, with a garden and barbecue. If you would rather be in town, Hostel Majdas in Mostar runs full-day tours that include Kravice.
Apartment Kravica
Apartment
Price Range:
Budget
Self-catering stay with a garden, terrace and barbecue, close enough to reach the falls before the day-trip crowds.
Under 1 km from the falls
Hostel Majdas
Hostel
Price Range:
Budget
Backpacker base with a shared kitchen, garden lounge and free parking. Runs full-day tours to Kravice, Počitelj and Blagaj.
7 to 8 min walk to the Old Bridge
Hotel-Restaurant Kriva Ćuprija
Hotel
Price Range:
Mid-range
Heritage stone hotel by the Crooked Bridge with its own restaurant and a summer terrace over the Radobolja.
Steps from the Old Bridge
Who it's for
Best for: Cooling off in Herzegovina's summer heat. It is the rare Balkan waterfall you can actually swim beneath, with kayaks for rent and cafés along the shore.
Skip it if: You are visiting in spring, when it is too cold to swim, or you dislike crowds. Day trips from Mostar, Split and Dubrovnik arrive in force by late morning.
Nearby places
Easy to combine on the same trip.
Kravice Waterfalls questions
How much time should I plan for Kravice?
Half a day is enough for a swim and a walk around the falls.
Can I rent a kayak?
Yes. Kayaks and canoes are rented by the falls, so you can paddle closer to the cascades. Rental is charged on top of the entry fee.
Where should I base myself for Kravice?
Mostar or Ljubuški. Mostar is about 40 minutes away and the most common base.
How much does it cost to visit Kravice?
An entry fee applies at the gate, with parking above the falls and a short walk down. Kayak and canoe rental are charged separately. Rates are low but change, so check on arrival.
When should I arrive?
Arrive early, before late morning, when day trips from Mostar, Split and Dubrovnik roll in. July and August are the busiest months by a wide margin.
Is Kravice worth visiting?
Yes, especially in summer. A wide crescent of falls dropping 25 metres into a pool you can swim in, which almost nowhere else in the region allows.
Can I really swim here?
Yes, in the summer season the pool below the falls is open for swimming. That makes it a rarity in the region, since Krka banned swimming in 2021 and Plitvice never allowed it.
Can I combine it with Mostar?
Yes. Mostar is around 40 minutes away, and the fortress town of Počitelj and the river spring at Blagaj make an easy Herzegovina loop in a day.
Ready to swim at Kravice?
Book a day tour from Mostar to Kravice, Blagaj and Počitelj.
