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The 15 Best National Park Trips in Croatia

69 tours  ·  from $15 a head

Eight national parks, and only three of them get booked. The 15 below cover Krka, Plitvice, Kornati and the Velebit country, sorted by driving time, entry cost and how much walking each one really involves.

From Split: Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Tour - Meeting in Split and Settling Into the Coach
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From Split: Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Tour

1.Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,002 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $78Our pick

Review of the Split to Plitvice Lakes tour, with costs, walking demands, transport, guides, boat and train rides, and booking advice.

“Sanya provided lots of information about croatia and the lakes which was insightful. She was very clear with her explanations and ensured everyone understood them.”

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From Split: Krka National Park Tour - Entering Skradinski Buk by Boat
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From Split: Krka National Park Tour

2.Krka National Park Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,359 reviews · 9 hours · from $31

Review of the Krka National Park tour from Split, with waterfalls, boat travel, free time in Skradin, costs, tips, and practical advice.

“The waterfalls were beautiful, weather lovely, and our guide Rozana anticipated our every need. The bus ride to and from the national park was uneventful—just like you want any bus ride to be—thanks to Ivica’s friendly competence. We are very happy with this experience. I worried that I would have to leave Croatia without seeing the park, but the stars aligned to give me a great experience!”

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From Split: Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Tour - Meeting in Split and Settling Into the Coach
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From Split: Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Tour

3.Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,355 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $78

Review of the Plitvice Lakes day tour from Split, including transport, walking, boat ride, costs, guides, crowds, and practical booking advice.

“Andrej was the most amazing guide. He is very passionate about what he does. He provided us with so many information about the country. I was traveling with my 2 year old and he was very patient and helpful. Recommended many places which have been worth visiting. Definitely doing this trip again when I come back.”

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Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Day Tour from Split - Entering Plitvice and walking the Upper Lakes
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Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Day Tour from Split

4.Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Day Tour from Split

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,948 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $78

Review of the Plitvice Lakes day tour from Split, with transport, guide quality, costs, walking demands, seasonal tips, and honest advice.

“Great all in 1 Hop on... Hop off n u r there at this great national park! I just wish lunch could be earlier so we get the deserved break Enjoyable n good introduction from the guides Mia n Sonja The driver Miki is a great guy too”

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Krka National Park Tour with tour Guide & Wine tasting from Split & Trogir - Walking around Skradinski Buk
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Krka National Park Tour with tour Guide & Wine tasting from Split & Trogir

5.Krka National Park Tour with tour Guide & Wine tasting from Split & Trogir

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,625 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $50

Review of the Krka National Park tour from Split or Trogir, with waterfalls, river views, wine tasting, costs, timing, and practical tips.

“An easy paced tour that delivered everything promised. Our guide Daira, enhanced the tour with just the right level of information and allowing plenty of time to see the spectacular falls at our own pace giving lots of photo opportunities. We elected to walk from the falls to Skradin town, where the wine tasting was being held rather than take the boat. It is a beautiful walk as well as a beautiful boat ride. We still had time to explore Skradin old town and the fortress before the wine tasting. The tasting provided a relaxed enjoyable way to finish the tour before driving back to Split. Overall a great day…”

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Split: Krka National Park Day Trip with Boat Ride & Swimming - The 90-minute ride from Split
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Split: Krka National Park Day Trip with Boat Ride & Swimming

Split/Trogir: Krka National Park Day Trip with Wine Tasting - Walking through Skradinski Buk
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Split/Trogir: Krka National Park Day Trip with Wine Tasting

7.Krka National Park Day Trip with Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 925 reviews · 8 hours - 510 minutes · from $49

Review of the Krka day trip from Split or Trogir, with Skradinski Buk, a river boat, swimming in Skradin, wine tasting, and practical tips.

“We all had a fantastic day, Ernest was a brilliant guide, he was enthusiastic, I knowledgable and very entertaining. We got a fantastic history from Ernest and lots of time to explore on our own time too. Would highly recommend, a great day out!”

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Plitvice Lakes National Park Admission Ticket - Picking between Entrance 1 and Entrance 2
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Plitvice Lakes National Park Admission Ticket

8.Plitvice Lakes National Park Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 832 reviews · 1 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $15Best value

Review of the Plitvice Lakes admission ticket, with practical advice on entrances, trails, crowds, boat rides, shuttle buses, and value.

“The waterfalls were breathtaking and the water was stunning - all the vibrant colors. We enjoyed the hike as well.”

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Pula: National Park Brijuni Island Visit & Dolphin Cruise - St. Jerolim Island gives you real time off the boat
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Pula: National Park Brijuni Island Visit & Dolphin Cruise

From Zadar: Kornati National Park and Telascica Boat Trip - Leaving Zadar and settling into the boat
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From Zadar: Kornati National Park and Telascica Boat Trip

10.Kornati National Park and Telascica Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 788 reviews · from $64

Review of the Zadar Kornati and Telašćica boat trip, with island views, swimming, meals, drinks, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“Excellent staff, they are kind, sufficient food, but bad wine... the boat is ok, but reserve a seat on the left side of it because the sun is very annoying for over 3 hours.”

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Split/Trogir: Krka National Park Day Trip & Boat to Skradin - The drive from Split or Trogir into the Croatian countryside
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Split/Trogir: Krka National Park Day Trip & Boat to Skradin

11.Krka National Park Day Trip & Boat to Skradin

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 763 reviews · 8 hours - 510 minutes · from $31

Explore Krka waterfalls, ride the river to Skradin, swim by the beach, and enjoy flexible free time on this Split or Trogir day trip.

“The krka national park was very good as was the tour guide Mate who guided and gave valuable information and knowledge on the way as well as during the tour. Easily doable trip by all age can he completed in 2-3 hrs time.”

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From Split: Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Tour - Meeting in Split and Settling Into the Coach
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From Split: Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Tour

12.Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 672 reviews · 12 hours · from $76

Review of the Plitvice Lakes day trip from Split, with transport, walking, costs, guides, crowds, and practical booking advice.

“The view of Plitvice Lakes is truly breathtaking! Sanja is such a professional and knowledgeable guide. She welcomed and guided us through the whole journey and gave information about Split and the lakes. She also has a good sense of humour!”

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Pula: Brijuni National Park Sunset, Dolphins & Dinner Cruise - Pula harbor and the Austro-Hungarian port
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Pula: Brijuni National Park Sunset, Dolphins & Dinner Cruise

From Zadar: Kornati National Park & Telašćica Boat Tour - Telašćica Nature Park and Salt Lake Mir
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From Zadar: Kornati National Park & Telašćica Boat Tour

15.Kornati National Park & Telašćica Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 582 reviews · 9 hours · from $57

Review of the 9-hour Kornati and Telašćica boat tour from Zadar, with swimming, Salt Lake Mir, meals, snorkeling, tips, and honest value advice.

“Yelena made this excursion worth it! She was so accommodating to all my dietary restrictions, had very clear explanations for the timing of the excursions and was all around very welcoming. There were also really cool people onboard to speak to over the duration of the day. I definitely recommend this tour, especially with Yelena!”

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