From Split or Trogir to UNESCO’s Plitvice Lakes: A Day of Lakes, Waterfalls, and Wooden Walkways

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From Split or Trogir to UNESCO’s Plitvice Lakes: A Day of Lakes, Waterfalls, and Wooden Walkways

A full-day private tour from Split or Trogir that pairs a guided walking route through Plitvice National Park with a scenic boat ride and free time to explore.

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From Split or Trogir to UNESCO’s Plitvice Lakes: A Day of Lakes, Waterfalls, and Wooden Walkways.

Duration
12 hours
Location
Trogir
Operator
Travel Agency South Tours
Category
Boat Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Embark on a full-day journey from Split or Trogir to Plitvice National Park, Croatia’s first national park and a 1979 UNESCO World Heritage Site. The tour threads wooden pathways past 16 vividly colored lakes and more than 90 waterfalls, includes a guided walking tour, a short boat crossing of Kozjak Lake, and free time to explore the park at your own pace.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE PARK

UNESCO-listed lakes and cascades

Plitvice is Croatia’s first national park and a UNESCO-listed landscape of 16 connected lakes and dozens of waterfalls, a compact showcase of karst hydrology and forested slopes.

THE WALK

Guided walks along wooden pathways

A guided walking tour leads you along the park’s wooden boardwalks to vantage points over lakes and falls, allowing an up-close reading of how the Korana River sculpts the terrain.

ON THE WATER

Boat across Kozjak and a return by electric train

The route includes a scenic boat ride across Kozjak Lake and, later, an electric train ride toward Prošćansko Lake to return you toward the park entrance after your free time.

What the day feels like

What the day feels like

The day begins with departure from Split or Trogir and a drive inland into the green mountains of Lika. At Plitvice a guided walk on wooden pathways threads a sequence of dramatic viewpoints across interconnected lakes and waterfalls; a brief boat crossing of Kozjak Lake punctuates the hike, followed by free time to explore before boarding an electric train toward Prošćansko Lake and the return toward the meeting point.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this tour suits — and who should consider alternatives.

1
Active walkersWell suited for travelers who enjoy a day of walking and viewpoint-hopping; the route focuses on boardwalks and short hikes through the park.
2
FamiliesAppropriate for families and visitors of all ages who can manage boardwalk walking; the itinerary includes relaxed segments such as the Kozjak boat ride that younger travelers often enjoy.
3
Day-trippers from Split or TrogirIdeal for visitors based in Split or Trogir seeking a single-day, private excursion to Plitvice with guided highlights and free time.
4
Travelers with limited mobilityMay be challenging for those with limited mobility due to the amount of walking on wooden pathways; consider mobility limitations before booking.

Practical planner

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What to Bring

Comfortable shoes are recommended for walking on wooden paths and trails around the lakes.

Booking Notice

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Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

Where does the tour depart from?

The private tour departs from either Split or Trogir.

How long is the tour?

The tour is a full-day experience lasting approximately 12 hours.

What will we do at Plitvice National Park?

You will take a guided walking tour along wooden pathways to see the lakes and waterfalls, ride a boat on Kozjak Lake, and have free time to explore on your own.

Is Plitvice Lakes a protected site?

Yes. Plitvice National Park is Croatia’s first national park and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

What should I wear or bring?

Bring comfortable shoes suitable for walking on wooden pathways and trails around the lakes.