We paddled the Bukovica on April 16, 2026, at a water level of 44 cm. The classification II–III (V) is definitely misleading — such notation suggests a Class II–III river with a single Class V rapid. Unfortunately, that is not the case. The Class V section is actually an entire stretch of at least 1 km (beautiful, but very difficult to portage, if possible at all).
We started at Podmalinsko Monastery. The Class V section begins after approximately 2.5 km of Class II–III river. In our case, upon reaching the Class V section, we had to retreat upstream — the group’s skill level and the serious consequences of capsizing did not allow us to continue. This stretch runs through a canyon with no possibility of evacuation. We did a short scout of the Class V section — there are quite a few recirculating holes at 44 cm, and siphons are forming.
If possible, we kindly ask for the description and classification to be verified. This section should be rated as Class V with occasional Class II and III sections.