The area of the Bijambare Caves is a one of four protected zones in the Sarajevo Canton. Bijambare is 40 kilometers north of Sarajevo on the road to Olovo and Tuzla, just after the Nišićka Plateau. This 340-hectare park is well organized for visitors. There is parking for guests along the main road, a large picnic area, and a mountain lodge that offers accommodation and serves food. Luckily bat is never on the menu in this part of the world.

The tour of the cave doesn’t last much longer than half an hour. Most still decide to make a day of it and enjoy the fresh air. Just to the right of the cave’s main entrance is a small, short path leading to a shallow cave on the side of the hill. There is a picnic table and a fabulous view above the tree line. Most visit on warm summer days and are surprised at the drastic change in temperature inside. Be sure to bring a fleece or a jumper.