5 days
22 km
16+
HIGHLIGHTS
Zrmanja river, Mrežnica river, Krupa waterfalls, rapids, packrafting, camping
Packrafting HikingPRICE from 685 €
INFORMATION
Explore the gems of the Plitvice lakes area and the Velebit nature park in this exciting 5-day packrafting Croatia adventure! The packrafting Croatia escape tour is designed for active and curious nature lovers who value the dose of autonomy you get with a packraft while in a safe group setting. Explore two rivers and three different locations. Start from the basic boot camp and finish with a blast by carrying your equipment to the canyon on foot – to the Krupa River, and finish the tour in a packraft at Zrmanja River. Spend the nights on the river bank, taste local cuisine and dare to explore more.
Break from your everyday life
Our daily program is a combination of packrafting, swimming, and visiting points of interest along the way. Being small, packrafts can go where other vessels cannot, which gives you more freedom to explore the narrow river canyons of the Mreznica and Zrmanja river. Mreznica and Zrmanja rivers are natural oases set in spectacular canyons. There are plenty of rapids and magnificent waterfalls and they are easy and safe enough for beginner packrafters. Every participant paddles their packraft, nevertheless – the Packrafting Croatia tour is suitable for beginners with moderate fitness levels, families with children older than 16, and smaller groups.
ITINERARY
DAY 1: Arrival to destination
Your guide will meet you at the airport in Zagreb and drive you to the small village of Zvecaj. You will be staying in a hotel right next to the Mreznica river itself. The trip begins with the gathering of the group and the first dinner where the guide will give you all the necessary information for the trip ahead.
Accommodation: hotel***; Meals: D; Transfer: Zagreb 1h 30min
DAY 2: Packrafting Mreznica lower section
Your adventure starts in the morning with a safety brief and instructions on packrafting. You will have a chance to ease into your role as an independent packrafter paddling on a relatively flat and easy section of the river. Enjoy the beautiful nature and relaxed atmosphere of Mreznica’s lower section paddling, swimming, and admiring the scenery. If you’re lucky you might be able to see some of the rare and protected plant and animal species native to this area. After the trip, take some time to relax by the river, swim, or play beach volleyball close to your hotel.
Accommodation: hotel***; Meals: B, D; Transfer: 20 min one way
DAY 3: Packrafting Mreznica upper section
As you spent the first day getting used to the river, get ready for some action on Mreznica’s upper section! Here you will go through many exciting rapids and jump down a waterfall. After the trip, take some time to pack up and get ready for your next destination – Kastel Zegarski. Arrive at the small village of Kastel Zegarski which is right in the heart of the wild and unspoiled Velebit nature park. Set-up camp right on the bank of Zrmanja river and get ready for dinner home-made by your host.
Accommodation: Camp; Meals: B, D; Transfer: 30 min + 2,5 h total
DAY 4: Packrafting Zrmanja river
Wake up to the sound of the river in your secluded camp and enjoy a locally grown, home-made breakfast. Remember to pack a snack to take with you because about mid-way down the river we stop for a break and a swim under a beautiful waterfall in a secret location. Enjoy the calm and pristine nature this beautiful nature park has to offer before reaching the second half of the river where the real adventure awaits! Enjoy perfecting your paddling skills on multiple rapids and an occasional waterfall. After the tour, come back to the camp to relax before enjoying a traditional home-made dinner made by your host.
Accommodation: Camp; Meals: B, D; Transfer: 20 min one way
DAY 5: Departure
On the final morning of your packrafting tour, allow yourself to be woken up by birds and enjoy your last breakfast by the river. If your departure time allows, use it to take another dip in the river or take a walk in the wilderness around the camp. If you are flying home, we will arrange your transfer to Zadar airport.
Meals: B; Van drive: Zadar 1h
Note on Itinerary:
This itinerary is subject to change due to group abilities and preferences, weather, water levels, special events of interest, etc. Raftrek Guides and Trip Leaders will do their utmost to ensure the best possible experience for their clients without compromising safety at any time. This may mean changing the original itinerary to avoid discomfort or risk which could be caused by exceptional situations. Raftrek reserves the right to alter the itinerary without prior notice.
TRIP NOTES
Add-ons:
- sleeping bag 11€ for 2 nights
- additional transfers (outside Zadar region) – calculated on request
What’s included:
- 2 nights in a 3* family run hotel, 2 nights in the campsite (tent, pillow and sleeping mat included)
- 4x dinner, 4x breakfast (special dietary requests can be met – check FAQ)
- 4 days of organised activities
- Use of equipment necessary for organised activities
- Skilled guide and assistance
- Private transportation throughout (pickup at Zagreb main bus/training station, or airport, and drop off at Zadar port, main bus station, airport)
- Local taxes
- Insurance
Not included:
- International airfare to/from Croatia
- Beverages and lunches or picnics
- Sleeping bag
- Items of personal nature and optional gratuities to your guide(s)
What to bring:
- Lightweight easily washable items for travel and daily wear
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Sun hat with brim and sunglasses
- Thin trousers and long sleeve for the evenings (just in case)
- Lightweight rain jacket (waterproof and breathable)
- Water shoes or other sport shoes that you don’t mind getting wet
- Trekking or light hiking shoes
- Sleeping bag
- Pillow (if wanted)
- Water bottle or hydration pack
- Sunblock and lip balm
- Personal first aid kit (including any medications you use)
- Small backpack
- Dry bag (if wanted)
- Camera, film/memory cards and spare batteries
Group size:
4 to 16 people per group
Minimum numbers apply
Larger groups are on request
There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund. In case the minimum number of participants is not met but the guest/s still want to do the trip, the price increases by a percentage depending on the final number of participants
PRICES
All prices are per person in EUR
High Season: June 13 – September 6
Low Season: May 1 – June 12, September 7 – September 28
HIGH | LOW | |
DOUBLE/TWIN | 815,00 € | 685,00 € |
LOCATION
Mreznica & Zrmanja River
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