Long beach
Velika Plaža
Twelve kilometres of sand beach east of Ulcinj.
This wide shoreline runs as far as the Bojana mouth. It is valued for open space and an even entry to the water. Dunes and natural patches survive on the fringes.
How to Get There
From Ulcinj by taxi or transfer ~12 min.
From TGD airport (Podgorica) by taxi/transfer ~77 min.
From TIV airport (Tivat) by taxi/transfer ~109 min.
Description
What this place is
Velika Plaža (“Big Beach”) is a 12 km ribbon of soft sand in Montenegro’s far south (Ulcinj), running from Port Milena canal to the Bojana River mouth. It’s Montenegro’s longest beach and a flagship kite spot on the Adriatic.
Highlights
~12 km long, very wide — room to spread out even in peak months.
Fine, warm sand, gentle gradient — family-friendly, perfect for long barefoot walks.
Reliable thermals after noon (May–Sep) — multiple kite schools & stations.
Dunes & coastal woodland — largely undeveloped, natural vibe.
Near Ada Bojana island and calm channels for SUP/flat-water sessions.
Do/See
Kitesurfing: steady side/side-on winds 12–20+ kn afternoons; marked launch/landing zones.
SUP/Kayak on Bojana & lagoons; morning glass.
Beach clubs in central sectors, wilder stretches toward the river mouth.
Sunsets from the dune belts (SE third).
Practical info
Getting there: 10–15 min drive from Ulcinj; roadside parking by kite bases/beach bars. 1.5–2 h from Budva/Podgorica.
Facilities: sunbed/umbrella rental, showers/changing in serviced areas; sparse amenities on wild sections.
Season: May–Oct (kite prime: Jun–Sep).
Safety: modest currents; respect buoyed swim areas and kite corridors. Typical summer: water 23–25 °C, air 28–34 °C.
Pack: high-SPF, hat/rashguard, sandals for hot sand; light wetsuit in shoulder months if kiting.
Источники (для справки): Wikipedia: Velika Plaža; NYT “52 Places to Go 2010” (юг Черногории).
