Ada Boyana in Montenegro: description of beaches, features of the island

Ada Boyana is a picturesque island in Montenegro and the beach of the same name, a kind of nudist Mecca of Europe, where about a thousand tourists can relax at the same time.

The island of Ada Boyana is located in the south of Montenegro, at the mouth of the picturesque river Boyana. The triangular shape of the island was formed artificially. In 1858, at this place, a sailing ship Merito was thrown onto a small sandbank by a storm, river waters for a long time put silt and sand here, and over time an artificial island of impressive size was formed, which is washed by the river on two sides, and on the Adriatic Sea on the third.

Translated from Turkish ada is an island, and the second part is the name of the river that washes it. The area of ​​the island is 4.8 square kilometers. It is famous for its beautiful nature and a spacious beach with amazing healing sand. It is here that the famous Montenegrin beach for nudists is located. There is certainly a place for vacationers who do not like to completely bare in public.

The island is located in the south-east of Montenegro, 25 km from the city of Ulcinj, near the state border with Albania. You cannot find historical attractions here, you need to go behind them to the mainland.

Ada Boyana is a natural conservation area with mild climatic conditions characteristic of most of the Adriatic. The swimming season for tourists begins in mid-May. By early July, the sea heats up to + 24 ° C.

The highest temperature of water and air is observed on the island in August. At the same time, the light breeze coming from the Adriatic Sea makes staying on the beach pleasant even in hot weather. The mild climatic conditions on Ada Boyana are excellent for growing various plants. On the island side of the country you can enjoy the variety of rare species of shrubs and trees.

Ada Boyana is the only official resort for nudists in Montenegro. You can swim, sunbathe on the beach and walk around the territory here absolutely without clothes, and this is what local vacationers are happy about. The length of the beach is 3 kilometers, and the width varies from 50 to 150 meters. The beach is famous for its soft fine sand without the presence of pebbles.

In 1973, a nudist village was built on the island. This event helped the island to become famous far beyond Montenegro. Lovers of exotic vacations are always welcome on the island. To think that Ada Boyana is famous only for nudism is a delusion. The island has standard beaches for supporters of a classic holiday in bathing suits.

Another advantage of relaxing on the island is that water warms up here very quickly. This contributes to a gentle entrance to the sea. For this reason, the swimming season lasts almost until the beginning of November.

The sea near the island is usually warmer than near the mainland. Closer to the confluence with the cool and fresh water of Boyana it is cooler, and then, in the sea part of the beach, it is getting warmer. The flora and fauna around the beach is very diverse, which pleases the eye of tourists who prefer to soak up the sun in unspoiled nature.

The beach is pretty well maintained, kept clean. Only occasionally there are pebble zones in which the sea is deeper. The beach has an atmosphere of complete unity with nature. In some places, the beach is covered with small corals and shells. The sand of this beach is enriched with minerals. It is widely used for the prevention and treatment of diseases of the musculoskeletal system, muscle system, and even infertility.

The total area of ​​the beach is 350 hectares, this is enough for a single accommodation of about 1000 people. Even in high season, the beach has enough space for vacationers, it is never densely dotted with tourists.

There are areas with paid umbrellas and sunbeds, as well as large areas for free recreation "savage." On the beach there are changing cabins, a beach shower, a volleyball court and a cafe where you can have a bite to eat and refresh yourself with soft drinks.

The silence and serenity reigning on the beach make your vacation unforgettable. You can enjoy incredibly colorful sunsets when the sky merges with the sea, and the sun as if plunges into the water. This is a great sight! For proponents of a classic beach holiday in a swimsuit on the beach a separate area is reserved. Of course, its size is significantly smaller than the territory for nudists, but this makes it possible to relax for different categories of tourists, without interfering with each other.

In addition to small one-story houses of the local population, on the territory of Ada Bojana there is a complex of two-star cozy cottages with air conditioning, shower, internet and good kitchen.

In addition, vacationers accustomed to more comfortable conditions can settle in four-star hotels with quality service and excellent three meals a day. On the island, closer to the river, is a small fishing village with old wooden huts and small family cafes with national dishes of the freshest fish and seafood, there is even a small market.

There are also small bungalows with different levels of comfort on the island. A feature of Ad Boyana are hotels designed specifically for nudists. On their territory, guests are allowed to walk completely naked.

Such hotels are very popular among adherents of free recreation. For supporters of leisure without clothes organized and big car camping. On its territory you can also play sports, go to a local store without clothes. And it is not condemned. For those vacationers who are not ready to completely abandon the benefits of the civilized world, free Wi-Fi works at Ad Boyan.

Tourists resting on the island can use the services of one restaurant and several cafes. A variety of fish and seafood dishes can be enjoyed there. All dishes are freshest, from freshly caught river and sea products. You should definitely try the “highlight” of the local cuisine - the “Chorba” national fish soup.

Ada Boyana is an island with a well-developed infrastructure. Vacationers can find on it everything you need, without even leaving the island. The island has enough entertainment for every taste - from a lazy beach holiday to extreme sports. At Ad Boyan there are excellent conditions for kitesurfing. The island even created several schools to teach this sport.

Experienced instructors will share their knowledge with beginners. Some of the instructors speak Russian. Outdoor enthusiasts can rent a gyro scooter or go horse riding. Even if you have never ridden, this is no reason to deny yourself the pleasure. There is a riding school at Ad Boyan. At the same time, everyone can attend horse riding lessons naked. It should be noted that it is the only place in Europe where you can ride naked.

You can get to the island by taxi from the nearest town - Ulcinj, it will cost about 10 euros. In time, the road takes about 20 minutes. If you plan to return to the mainland on the same day, it is advisable to arrange with the taxi driver about a return transfer. The most convenient way to get there is by car. It should be noted that entrance and entry to the island are paid only if you do not live in a hotel on the island.

At the entrance to Ada Boyan by car you will have to pay 6 euros. Admission is 2 euros per person. Upon entry by car, a fee for each passenger is no longer charged. Therefore, it will be cheaper to travel by car, especially if there are 3 or more people in the cabin. Moreover, parking on the island is free. Yes, and you can park wherever you want, there are no bans.

There are a lot of positive reviews about Ada Bojan Island, especially from picky tourists. Vacationers note favorable weather conditions, stunning fine sand, a well-groomed beach and a gentle entry into the water, which is very convenient when vacationing with children.

Adherents of an active lifestyle also love visiting the island, as the island has a wide selection of active entertainment - from horseback riding to sailing. It is impossible not to note the ideal conditions created on the island for a relaxing holiday of nudists.Nobody bothers them, the guard carefully monitors that no one peeps and does not photograph vacationers.

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