Sunday 16 June

 We’re picked up with our luggage this morning and driven to the National Park of Gribaje Valley. We ascend through beech forests relishing the shade as the sun is already hot. After about 2 hours we reach a beautiful pasture with a circular range of mountains behind. Another 30minutes of climbing and I’m not feeling great so decide to head back to the pasture and let Simon complete the ridge circuit on his own. I find some shade and sleep for a bit and enjoy the views. Simon’s trip is challenging along a narrow ridge involving several very steep ascents and descents. He has spectacular views of the snow capped Montenegrin Dolomites and says it was an epic walk. Reunited we walk down together and have a beer / coke in a cafe at the bottom before being transferred to our next guesthouse. At least it isn’t a building site and we’re only sharing a bathroom with one couple! There are fine views from the terrace.