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Split: Self-Guided Plitvice Lakes Day Tour with Boat Ride

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Split: Self-Guided Plitvice Lakes Day Tour with Boat Ride
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1090 reviews

Explore the beauty of the Plitvice Lakes at your own pace on this self-guided day tour from Split. Enjoy coach transportation to the park and hop on a boat for a magical tour through the falls.

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Duration 12 hours
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Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Glenys – Australia

Day had the wow factor with the beautiful waterfalls. Guide Richard was very professional and easy to talk to. Very knowledgeable and obviously had a love for the Plitvice National park

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Franco – Germany

Really enjoyed the trip but what made the difference for me was the great guide I had, Sanja. She’s funny, has lots of knowledge about Croatia and has a great positive energy! Will definitely go on a tour with her again!

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting location:

    Booker - travel agency

  • Bus/coach

    (3.5 hours)

  • Local café

    Breakfast (30 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Plitvice Lakes National Park

    Free time (4.5 hours)

  • Bus/coach

    (3.5 hours)

  • Local café

    Free time (20 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    Booker - travel agency

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Feel the thrill of the wooden board walk at the edge of the lakes
  • Capture pictures of the falls from the lower lakes on a scenic boat ride
  • Listen to the sounds of the rushing water created by the surrounding waterfalls
  • Have the freedom to explore at your own pace with free time at the falls
  • Expereince the beauty of the forest without sacrificing comfort on a train ride

Full description

Experience the magic of the Plitvice Lakes on this day trip from Split. Ride on a spacious bus and transfer to a boat for a cruise through the park's cascading waterfalls and terraced lakes amid a lush forest. Go deeper into the National Park on a charming woodland train ride.

Sit back and relax on the drive through the countryside to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Plitvice Lakes National Park. Listen to onboard commentary and learn more about the park during the drive.

Enter the park and have some free time to take a stroll on the park's wooden paths which line the shores of the crystal-clear waters. Board a boat and admire the lakes, while enjoying the spectacular views.

Delve into the depths of the picturesque forest from the comfort of a climate-controlled train. Take in the park's stunning landscapes from your window before returning to the meeting point.

Includes

  • Bus transportation
  • Panoramic boat ride
  • Electric train ride
  • Insurance
  • Guide
  • Entry to Plitvice Lakes National Park

Not suitable for

  • Pregnant women
  • Wheelchair users

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Meeting point

Meet your guide at the Booker Travel Agency office. Please enter the office, where you will be checked in and greeted by your tour guide.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Cash

Not allowed

  • Swimming

Know before you go

  • Entry tickets are not included in the price and must be paid for in cash (euro) only, on the day of the tour.
  • If you are a student, please bring your student card
  • Entry ticket fees for June, July, August, and September are: Adults €39.80, Students €26.50, Children 7 to 18 years €15.90, Children under 7 years Free
  • Entry ticket fees for April, May, and October are: Adults €23.50, Students €14.50, Children 7 to 18 years €6.50, Children under 7 years Free
  • Entry ticket fees for January, February, March, November, and December are: Adults €10.00, Students €6.50, Children 7 to 18 years €4.50, Children under 7 years Free

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 1090 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.8/5

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Glenys – AustraliaApril 12, 2025 – Verified booking
Day had the wow factor with the beautiful waterfalls. Guide Richard was very professional and easy to talk to. Very knowledgeable and obviously had a love for the Plitvice National park
F
Franco – GermanyApril 10, 2025 – Verified booking
Really enjoyed the trip but what made the difference for me was the great guide I had, Sanja. She’s funny, has lots of knowledge about Croatia and has a great positive energy! Will definitely go on a tour with her again!
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Lolita – United KingdomApril 4, 2025 – Verified booking
We had an amazing experience visiting Plitvice Lakes, and a huge part of that was thanks to our wonderful tour guide, Sanja, and our driver, Marko. Sanja was absolutely fantastic — professional, friendly, and full of energy. She is super nice and being very patient to the kids. I’d give her a 10 out of 10! Her storytelling was both informative and entertaining, making the history and natural beauty of the park come to life in such a fun and engaging way. You can tell she really loves what she does. Marko was also great — a safe and courteous driver who made the journey smooth and comfortable. All in all, a perfect day with a perfect team. Highly recommend!

Product ID: 413860

Activity provider:BOOKER - Travel Agency

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