Lipa cave was opened for tourist visits in 2015 and has since become one of the most visited attractions in our country. Illuminated with modern lighting, equipped with safe pathways, and valorized in accordance with global standards, the cave welcomes tens of thousands of visitors each year on guided tours.
All tours start from Lipa cave parking lot, at which visitors can find the info desk/point and buy tickets. All information about the tours, including schedules, is available on the website: www.lipa-cave.me.
Cave experience tour
Cave experience tour is the most sought after among visitors. This tour begins with a scenic train ride through a vibrant landscape after which a guide takes visitors on a journey of exploration along designated path. In the duration of 60 minutes, you’ll be immersed into the mystical world of underground galleries shaped over the course of thousands of years, where the magnificent natural abundance is revealed in its full splendor.
A place of special importance is Njegos gallery, which represents one of the most impressive underground spaces in the region. It rests at 465 meters above sea level and 80 meters below the surface. With its 6.000 cubic meters volume, it can fit up to 4.000 persons. The sheer size and unique acoustics are bound to leave a lasting impression on every single visitor.
From May to October, there are five scheduled tours a day each beginning at: 10:00, 11:30, 13:00, 14:30 and 16:00 hours; whereas in April and November there are three scheduled tours a day at 10:00, 12:00 i 14:00 hours.
Visitors’ amazement of Lipa cave never ceases. In the decade-long tour activity, Lipa cave has received 7 Trip Advisor’s certificate of excellence based on visitors’ reviews and is listed as one of TOP 5 places you must visit in Montenegro. In the previous year, Lipa cave was also featured in many European magazines, where it was recognized as an unmissable attraction of special beauty and natural value. One of the most significant recognitions in the media and research world came from the National Geographic Traveler magazine.
Events in the cave: Wine tastings and classical music concerts
Aside from the sensation of awe and good atmosphere, spacious galleries reverberate with the sound of classical music amplified by the acoustics found only in the depths of our planet. Numerous events marked the past 10 years of company’s business. While some marked the opening of a season, others were organized for our partners and their guests.
During classical music concerts, the cave halls are filled with the sounds of nature. With the magical melodies of classical compositions and the spacious cave world, these types of events make the visit a life-long impression.
For more details on receptions, wine tasting/concerts, or team building, write to us at: info@lipa-cave.me
Café bar “Lipa“ and homemade flavors from Lipa Dobrska
After the underground adventure, take a break at the café bar located right alongside the parking lot. Sink into the warm ambiance and enjoy the view that stretches out into the surrounding pristine nature of Dobrsko village, all the while sipping on refreshing beverages of Mediterranean comfort as your impressions turn into lasting memories.
Briefly about Lipa cave origin and development
Discovered some 200 years ago, Lipa cave and its constant sources of water have influenced the cultural development among local community. The interest of Montenegrin figures such as Njegoš and king Nikola gave it a historic dimension.
The first recorded visit took place in the mid-19th century. Henry Layard, a famous English adventurer visited the cave in 1839. This is the earliest written record of Lipa cave. Two years later, in 1841 a famous German travel writer and botanist, Wilhelm Ebel was unable to explore the cave at Njegos’s behest due to atrocious weather conditions. However, he did leave a written record of the cave based on the information passed on by the locals. In 1886, Pavel Rovinsky, famous Russian geographer, visited Lipa cave and wrote a detailed description of the cave in which he stated that Lipa cave is abundant in decorations unlike any other cave. His description was based upon his visit of the first 450 meters. Numerous visits, explorations, and records followed. In 1968, Lipa cave was declared a natural monument. Today, it’s a protected natural resource, i.e. a natural monument of cultural and historical heritage of Cetinje.
Lipa cave is located in Lipa Dobrska village, 5 km from the Old Royal Capital Cetinje, and that makes it an unmissable attraction that is within easy reach of the historic city. The proximity to the center of Cetinje, attractive beaches of Budva, as well as to the capital city Podgorica, make Lipa cave easily available and ideally positioned for all who seek a brief outing into the nature away from the everyday hustle and bustle.
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