Earn Your Place in Legend
For over 450 years, the young men of Mostar have proven their courage by leaping from the iconic Stari Most (Old Bridge) into the cold, fast-flowing Neretva River below. This is not a tourist gimmick; it is a sacred, centuries-old tradition. And this is your chance to become a part of it.
This is not a simple jump. This is an intensive training experience with a member of the legendary Mostari Divers Club. You will learn the history, the tradition, and most importantly, the precise technique required to safely enter the water from a great height. After practicing on lower platforms, and only when your instructor is confident in your ability, will you earn the chance to take the ultimate leap. This is more than an adrenaline rush; it is a rite of passage.
The Challenge: What to Expect
This is a demanding and serious challenge that should not be underestimated. It is suitable only for excellent swimmers who are physically fit and genuinely fearless. The water is cold, and the impact is powerful. You must listen to every word from your instructor and have the courage to follow through.
Your adventure will include:
- Personal instruction from a member of the Mostari Divers Club.
- Learning the specific “swallow” dive technique required for a safe entry.
- Practice jumps from progressively higher platforms.
- The chance to earn a certificate and be recorded in the club’s official book.
What We Provide
We provide the knowledge and safety oversight from the only people qualified to do so.
- For the Dive: One-on-one instruction and supervision from a professional Stari Most diver.
- For Practice: Access to the practice platforms below the bridge.
Included & Excluded
Included
- Instruction and training from a Mostari Divers Club member.
- A series of practice jumps.
Excluded
- The final jump from the Stari Most (this is earned, not guaranteed, and often involves an additional fee/donation to the club).
- Any form of insurance.
- Towels or swimwear.
- Gratuities for your instructor.
Tour Plan: A Step-by-Step Journey
Your Path to the Leap
A short, intense, and unforgettable experience.
Your experience begins by approaching the official members of the Mostari Divers Club, who are always present at the Stari Most.
Your instructor will take you aside and explain the critical importance of the correct diving form. You will practice the technique on dry land until the movement is understood.
You will then move to a 10-meter-high practice platform. You will jump from here repeatedly until your instructor is satisfied with your form and your courage.
If you master the practice jumps and still have the nerve, your instructor will give you the approval to attempt the full 24-meter jump from the Stari Most itself. This is your moment to join a very exclusive club.