Plitvice Lakes National Park is one of the oldest and largest in Croatia and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located in the centre of the country, near the border with Bosnia Herzegovina, it connects the inland region with the Adriatic coast.
The park is famous for its beautiful travertine waterfalls and 16 interconnected lakes that cascade into each other, ranging in shade from light blue to dark green depending on the angle of the light and the minerals and organisms present in the water.
A popular location for hiking, there are a number of marked trails around the park, with wooden walkways that cross the lakes and waterfalls.
The rivers in the area are ideal for kayaking and rafting; paddle through towering limestone canyons, past waterfalls and discover hidden caves and pools where you can take a dip in the fresh water.
The small village of Korana, where you will be based during your stay, is located close to entrance to the National Park, on the Korana river. Here you will find some small welcoming homes close to the river’s edge, where you can take a refreshing swim after the day’s activity.
Plitvice Lakes National Park Adventure Holiday in Croatia - Includes Kayaking, Rafting and Hiking
This fantastic group adventure holiday in Croatia includes a wide range of activities such as rafting, kayaking, hiking and biking in the beautiful Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO world heritage site. This trip is designed for active people with a spirit of adventure. You can expect to spend 4-5 hours on activities, but the schedule is very weather dependent. Min. 4, max. 16 people per tour. Available starting Saturdays between mid May and late September (see calendar), contact us for availability. From € 670 per person
Highlights
- Stay with a local family at a guesthouse in the village of Korana and discover authentic Croatia
- Explore Plitvice National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site home to picturesque lakes, waterfalls and lush forests.
- Enjoy a fantastic excursion paddling through the stunning Mreznica River Canyon
Included
- 7 nights' accommodation in double room (N.B. 2 rooms may share 1 bathroom)
- Half board (breakfast and dinner)
- 5 days of organised activities
- Use of bicycles, rafts, kayaks, canoes, paddles, life jackets, helmets
- Use of neoprene shorts and booties in case of cold weather
- Plitvice Lakes National Park entrance fee
- Transfers from/to Zagreb or Zadar airport or meeting point in Zagreb city centre (see getting there tab)
- Ground transportation
- Skilled English speaking guide and assistance
- Local taxes
Excluded
- Flights
- Lunch
- Optional trip on day 5
- Anything else not mentioned above
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival day - Korana village
Arrive in the tiny village of Korana. After settling into your accommodation meet with other group members.
Day 2: Visit Plitvice Lakes National Park - Walking
Explore the Plitvice Lakes on foot. A panoramic boat and train ride will take you back to the start.
Day 3: Plitvice Lakes National Park - Cycling
Cycle through the countryside and enjoy the fantastic scenery. Afterwards eat a picnic lunch (not included) and take some time to relax outdoors. Bike back to Korana village in the afternoon.
Day 4: Zrmanja River - Kayaking
A kayaking expedition through the magnificent canyons of the Zrmanja River in Velebit Nature Park. Discover rapids and waterfalls, hidden pools and towering canyons. No previous experience necessary. In case of high water levels in early and late season rafting boats are used.
Day 5: Optional trip day
Either relax by the river or take an optional excursion. Optional day trips are not included in price and can be booked and paid for locally, approx. € 40 – 70 per person.
Day 6: Una River - Rafting
The Una river is a natural border between Croatia and Bosnia; water levels are high even in the summer so rafting is possible all year round.
Day 7: Mreznica River Canyon - Kayaking and stand up paddleboarding
Kayak through a gorge so narrow and deep that the sun enters for just a few hours each day, creating spectacular light effects. Paddle past cliffs, lush vegetation, waterfalls, and a freshwater spring and proceed to the second highest waterfall on the Mreznica river (8m), the ideal place to stop off for swimming and a picnic, then continue on to the end point. Afterwards you will have some free time to visit the charming village of Rastoke. Return to Korana for a farewell dinner.
Day 8. Departure
Depart Korana for the airport and flight home.
This itinerary and the duration of all activities are subject to change due to group abilities and preferences, weather conditions and forecasts, water levels, special events of interest, etc. Our travel partner reserves the right to alter the itinerary without prior notice.
Please Note
This itinerary includes a visit to Bosnia and Herzegovina. Please contact the appropriate government office or Bosnian embassy or consulate to confirm whether you need a visa. If you need a EU visa, you will require a double entry visa.
Restrictions
Minimum age: 8 years.
Extras/Upgrades
Single use rooms are available upon request, with 20% surcharge. Sharing a room with another person is possible if there is someone else in the group interested in doing so.
Korana Village
Accommodation is provided by the families of Korana, a charming village nestled in a valley in Plitvice Lakes National Park and an ideal base to explore the surrounding area.
The guesthouses are small, traditional dwellings with simple, clean and comfortable rooms.
PLEASE NOTE: As these are private houses, some rooms might share a bathroom.
Nearest Airport: Zagreb Airport (approx 1 h 30 mins)
Other airports: Zadar (approx 2 h 30 mins)
By Private Transfer
Return transfers from Zagreb or Zadar airport are included in the package, please contact us with your flight details after booking.
Several group transfers will be organised throughout the day depending on arrival times at the Zagreb city meeting point and the airports. Please note that there is a waiting time of up to 3 hours, depending on flight times.
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