HALF-DAY TRIP TO NP KRKA | Parks in Croatia

Overview

HALF-DAY TRIP TO NP KRKA | Parks in Croatia

Are you planning to visit the Krka National Park during your vacations in Croatia? Excellent idea: you will discover an enchanting place, between emerald, green forests, and azure blue rivers.

Proclaimed a national park in 1985, it covers more than 109 km². From Knin in the north to Skradin in the south follows the course of the river Krka which gives its name to the park.

The Krka National Park is located along the Krka river in southern Croatia. It is known for its series of 7 waterfalls. To the south, the Skradin waterfall is framed by traditional watermills. To the north, a nature trail leads past another remarkable waterfall, Roški Slap, and the Krka Monastery, built on ancient Roman catacombs. 

DATE OF PROCLAMATION OF THE PROTECTED AREA: January 24th, 1985.

AREA: 109 km2

COUNTIES: Šibenik-Knin  

TOWNS: Knin, Drniš, Skradin and Šibenik – the seat of the Public Institute of the NP Krka

MUNICIPALITIES: Ervenik, Kistanje and Promina

INTERNATIONAL DESIGNATIONS: NATURA 2000 SITE, December 1st, 2014.

4 ENTRANCES: Lozovac, Skradin, Roški slap waterfall / Laškovica and Burnum/Puljane

The Krka National Park has 7 waterfalls along its course, with a maximum altitude of 224 meters. 

Skradinski buk is one of the most attractive parts of the park. It is a massive, clear natural pool with high waterfalls at one end and cascades at the other. It is the lowest of three series of waterfalls formed along the Krka river. In an area 400 m long and 100 m wide, there are 17 waterfalls and the total height difference between the first and the last waterfall is 45.7 m. Due to the richness and variety of geomorphological forms, vegetation and various effects caused by the play of light on the whirlpools, Skradinski buk is considered one of the most beautiful calcium carbonate waterfalls in Europe.

Roški Slap, located near Miljevci , is the second most popular attraction in Krka National Park in terms of number of visitors. It is the sixth waterfall on the Krka river.  Around the whole site there is a walking path with a beautiful view. The Ozidana pećina cave, on the left bank of the canyon just above the Rog waterfalls, leads down 517 wooden steps set into the rock, and features artefacts attesting to the presence of man since the very beginning of the Neolithic period.

Itinerary

PROPOSED HIKING TRAILS IN KRKA NATIONAL PARK

– Difficulty: 0,5/5 *
– Hiking time: 45 min – 60 min
– Aver.elevation: 230m/asl

A 1900 m long interpretation trail, which represents about an hour’s walk, uses wooden footbridges on stilts above the tufa barriers. This itinerary in the form of a loop allows you to discover the richness of the fauna and flora with numerous explanatory panels on the species that inhabit this natural environment.

Interesting trail features

A 1900 m, one-way, circular, educational walking trail leads you around the waterfalls – The former watermills have been restored and serve to demonstrate the old trade – The remnants of Krka hydroelectric plant from 1895. – Krka National Park has several places of interest, attractions, and facilities available include various hiking trails, guided tours, and presentations.

Thanks to its vegetal geographical position, the Krka River basin, in its various interwoven habitats, currently boasts 1197 plant species and subspecies.

What’s included:

– Transfer (Zadar-NP Krka-Zadar) with Air-Con

– English speaking Guide

– Park Entrance Tickets

– Flexible pick-up/drop-off points but within the city of Zadar

Pickup

The pickup is at 8:45 AM. You will receive all the relevant information regarding the pickup after you book. Customers who are in accommodation in Zadar or coming with the cruise ship are required to send their pick up address at  info@zadarcitytour.com.

Discounts

Special discounts for groups, children and youth upon previous request.

Please note | Half-day trip to NP Krka

We walk the path for at least 45 – 60 min. Dress accordingly, bring an umbrella or a raincoat if needed. Please present yourself at the pick up point 10 min before the departure time. Bookings are possible up to 48h before the tour starts. Min number of travelers is 4. Max number is 7. Your use of the Site constitutes your agreement to follow and be bound by our General Terms and Conditions.

For more information about the trail please visit the official website of the National Park Krka here or contact us at at info@zadarcitytour.com

Cancellation

Can’t make it? Please notify us at least 48 hours before your tour starts, we would appreciate it. Thank you!

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TRACES OF HUMAN CREATION SINCE PREHISTORIC TIMES

The area around the Krka River includes a number of important archaeological sites, without which it is difficult to study the history of this region. The Krka National Park is home to sites from all eras, from prehistory to the Middle Ages.

From the source of the Krka River to its mouth, on both the left and right sides of the canyon, there are medieval fortifications, some of which were at the heart of the settlement. Together, the forts form a unique fortification system.

To Walk in nature is to witness a thousand miracles – Mary Davis

There are no shortcuts to any place worth going – Beverly Sills

Carry as little as possible, but choose that little with care – Earl Shaffer

A walk in nature walks the soul back home – Mary Davis

Not all those who wander are lost – JRR Tolkien