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Hiring a motorhome in Podgorica opens up all of Montenegro within a few hours' drive: Lake Skadar starts at the gates of the capital, the Adriatic lies just behind the mountains, and the Morača and Tara canyons run north towards the Durmitor massif. Our local partner, Anywhere Campers, rents everything from a van for two to a six-berth over-cab motorhome.
Capital of a country independent since 2006, Podgorica is a practical rather than a touristy city: an international airport, large stores to stock up, and roads to Croatia, Albania and Serbia.
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Where to pick up your vehicle in Podgoricca?
Observed prices
Rental prices observed in Podgoricca
| Vehicle | Winter January | Spring April | Summer July | Autumn October |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campervan | from €307/day median €310/day | from €329/day median €331/day | from €375/day median €378/day | from €315/day median €317/day |
| Low-profile motorhome | from €318/day median €336/day | from €334/day median €350/day | from €386/day median €397/day | from €326/day median €337/day |
| Large motorhome | from €324/day median €327/day | from €340/day median €342/day | from €386/day median €389/day | from €331/day median €334/day |
Daily prices observed on October 24, 2026 for a 15-day rental: CoolDrive selling price, mandatory fees included, 1 rental companies compared. 100% of offers with unlimited mileage. Median excess: €1,500.
Road trip ideas
Road trips from Podgorica
1 Lake Skadar and the south coast to Ulcinj
- Podgorica
- Rijeka Crnojevića
- Virpazar
- Ulcinj
- Ada Bojana
- Stari Bar
- Podgorica
The loop begins at Rijeka Crnojevića, with its old stone bridge and river bends, then Virpazar, where boats set off through the reed beds of Lake Skadar National Park. A narrow, scenic road then crosses the hills to Ulcinj, the long beach of Velika plaža and the island of Ada Bojana, right on the Albanian border. The way back passes the ruins of Stari Bar and the Sozina tunnel.
- Distance
- about 250 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or camper van
2 The Morača and Tara canyons and the Durmitor massif
- Podgorica
- Morača Monastery
- Kolašin
- Biogradska Gora
- Đurđevića Tara Bridge
- Žabljak
- Plužine
- Nikšić
- Podgorica
Heading north, the road climbs the Morača Canyon to the monastery of the same name, then reaches Kolašin and the primeval forest of Biogradska Gora around its glacial lake. The Đurđevića Tara Bridge then spans one of the deepest canyons in Europe before Žabljak, at the foot of the Durmitor peaks. The descent to Lake Piva follows a high road passable only in the warm season, then Nikšić.
- Distance
- about 380 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or low-profile motorhome
3 Ostrog and the Bay of Kotor
- Podgorica
- Ostrog
- Nikšić
- Grahovo
- Risan
- Perast
- Kotor
- Tivat
- Budva
- Cetinje
- Podgorica
Ostrog Monastery, set into a cliff above the Zeta valley, is the most visited place of pilgrimage in the country. Via Nikšić and the Grahovo plateau, you then descend to Risan and the Bay of Kotor: Perast and its islets, the walls of Kotor, the marina of Tivat. The return runs through Budva and Cetinje, the former royal capital with its pre-1918 embassies.
- Distance
- about 280 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Low-profile motorhome or camper van
Weather and seasons
When to go in Podgoricca?
Best time
May, June and September
May to June, September
highs 23 to 30 °C, lows 13 to 18 °C
The best months to leave from Podgorica: long, warm days without the summer furnace, a pleasant sea from June and still in September, and Durmitor trails free of snow. June is the driest month of the period; in May and September, expect a few days of thundery showers.
High season
July and August
July to August
highs 33 °C, lows 21 °C
Podgorica is one of the hottest cities in the Balkans in summer, and the coast is packed. This is the time to head up to Žabljak and Kolašin, where altitude brings cooler nights, and to book coastal campsites well in advance.
March, April and October
March to April, October
highs 15 to 21 °C, lows 5 to 11 °C
Mild but wet shoulder seasons: Lake Skadar is at its highest, the orchards of the Zeta plain blossom in spring and the beech forests of the north turn gold in October. Check the opening dates of mountain campsites, which are often closed out of season.
Winter
November to February
November to February
highs 10 to 16 °C, lows 2 to 8 °C
Winter is the rainy season in Podgorica, peaking in November, and snow closes or complicates the Durmitor roads. The coast stays mild: a trip between Ulcinj and the Bay of Kotor is still possible in a heated vehicle, aiming for the few campsites open all year.
Climate in Podgoricca, month by month
Most pleasant months: June.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 10 °C | 2 °C | 219 mm | 6 h/day |
| Feb | 12 °C | 3 °C | 194 mm | 7 h/day |
| Mar | 15 °C | 5 °C | 200 mm | 8 h/day |
| Apr | 19 °C | 9 °C | 109 mm | 10 h/day |
| May | 23 °C | 13 °C | 143 mm | 11 h/day |
| Jun | 30 °C | 18 °C | 56 mm | 13 h/day |
| Jul | 33 °C | 21 °C | 36 mm | 14 h/day |
| Aug | 33 °C | 21 °C | 34 mm | 13 h/day |
| Sep | 27 °C | 16 °C | 143 mm | 10 h/day |
| Oct | 21 °C | 11 °C | 172 mm | 9 h/day |
| Nov | 16 °C | 8 °C | 336 mm | 6 h/day |
| Dec | 12 °C | 4 °C | 238 mm | 6 h/day |
Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).
Practical tips
Everything to know before hitting the road
Tolls on the Sozina tunnel and the motorway
Two toll roads leave Podgorica: the Sozina tunnel, a shortcut to Bar and the south coast, and the first motorway section heading north, opened in 2022 as far as Mateševac, near Kolašin. The rest of the network is free, with no vignette. The fee depends on the vehicle category; keep euros or a card at hand.
Headlights on and winter equipment
In Montenegro, dipped headlights must stay on day and night, all year round. In winter, snow often falls as soon as you leave the Podgorica plain towards Kolašin or Nikšić: winter equipment is then required, so ask the rental company whether the vehicle has it.
Mountain roads and hairpins
The Morača Canyon road, the busiest in the country, is narrow, cut into the cliff and used by lorries: drive without hurrying and pull into lay-bys to let traffic pass. At Ostrog, large motorhomes stop at the lower monastery, as the climb to the upper monastery is very narrow. The Kotor hairpins up to Lovćen are best avoided in an over-cab.
Shopping before heading north
Podgorica has the country's main hypermarkets and DIY stores: this is the place to fill the fridge and buy any forgotten equipment before the sparsely served villages of the north. Petrol stations are plentiful on the main roads but further apart on the Durmitor plateau: fill up in Kolašin or Žabljak.
What travellers ask
Your questions about a road trip in Podgoricca
Where can I pick up a motorhome in Podgorica?
Our partner in Podgorica is Anywhere Campers, which hands over its vehicles in the capital. The exact meeting point and handover time are given in your booking confirmation. Allow time for the presentation of the vehicle, its equipment and the documents needed to cross borders if you plan to leave the country.
How much does it cost to hire a motorhome in Podgorica?
The price depends mainly on the period, the length of hire and the type of vehicle, from a van for two to a family motorhome. Run a search with your pick-up and return dates: you get real prices, mandatory fees included, that you can book straight away. For July and August, compare early, as local supply remains limited.
Which motorhomes can I hire in Podgorica?
Anywhere Campers offers two-seat vans (Van for 2), low-profile motorhomes such as the Adria Matrix M670SL, the Carado T-447 or the Sunlight T 68, and a Sunlight A70 over-cab that takes up to six people. Most models come with a manual or automatic gearbox: state your preference when searching.
Can I drive to Croatia, Albania or Bosnia?
Dubrovnik is about three hours' drive away and Shkodër, in Albania, just over an hour. As Montenegro is not a member of the European Union, every border means a check and insurance valid in the country visited: check the countries allowed in the offer conditions before planning a Balkan loop.
Is one week enough to discover Montenegro?
Yes: the country is small, and a week lets you combine Lake Skadar, the Bay of Kotor and Durmitor while rarely driving more than three hours a day. Winding roads do lengthen journey times, though; with ten to fourteen days you can add the Prokletije mountains to the east and a trip into a neighbouring country.
Verified customer reviews
They rented in Podgoricca with CoolDrive Nomad
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First rental of this type of vehicle in a professional context where the rental must take place from France to Canada. Many questions and Cooldrive (Marlène) has been a valuable support in guiding my choices. Efficiency and responsiveness beforehand, and on-site a vehicle and service that met our expectations. No complaints. Great!
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Canada · Oct 2025
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Very good customer experience with Cooldrive. I highly recommend it! Thanks to the team who were attentive and available for organizing my trip to Canada.
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Canada · Oct 2025
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Frequently asked questions
FAQ — Campervan and motorhome hire in Podgorica
What licence do I need to drive a motorhome in Montenegro?
A category B licence is enough for vehicles under 3.5 tonnes, the category of most rental motorhomes. An international driving permit is advisable if your licence is not written in the Latin alphabet. The rental company also sets a minimum age and a minimum number of years of driving, shown in the offer conditions.
Where can I stay overnight with a motorhome in Montenegro?
Wild camping is in principle prohibited, and checked in national parks such as Durmitor, Biogradska Gora or Lake Skadar. Campsites, often called autocamps, are plentiful on the coast and around Žabljak, rarer elsewhere. Some farms and guesthouses also welcome motorhomes on their land, with the owner's permission.
Which currency is used in Montenegro?
The euro, adopted unilaterally even though the country is not part of the European Union. Cards are accepted without difficulty in Podgorica, at petrol stations and in supermarkets, but small campsites, markets and mountain farms often prefer cash: withdraw some before leaving the capital.
How do I get to Podgorica to pick up my vehicle?
Podgorica Airport, at Golubovci, about ten kilometres south of the centre, is linked to several European cities; a taxi reaches town in about a quarter of an hour. You can also arrive on the Belgrade–Bar railway, one of the most spectacular lines in the Balkans, which stops in Podgorica. Let the rental company know your arrival time.
When should I book a motorhome in Podgorica?
With only one rental company on site, vehicles for July and August go early: book several months ahead, especially for a van or an automatic gearbox. For May, June or September, a few weeks are often enough, and winter usually leaves the choice between all models, from the van to the family over-cab.
About us
Why start a motorhome trip from Podgorica
Podgorica sits in the middle of Montenegro, and that is its main asset for a motorhome trip: within two or three hours at most, you can reach the beaches of Ulcinj, the Tara Canyon or the walls of Kotor. The country fits into a few days of driving, yet every stage changes the scenery, from the reed beds of Lake Skadar to the Durmitor pastures and the deep inlet of the Bay of Kotor.
The city itself is quickly visited, between the old bridge over the Ribnica, the clock tower of Stara Varoš and the banks of the Morača, and serves mainly as a logistics base: airport, railway station, shops. Anywhere Campers rents vans for two as well as family motorhomes here. Finally, starting here rather than on the coast avoids Budva's summer traffic jams just as you set off.