ITINERARY

DAY 1 – Arrival to destination, Zrmanja Area

Accommodation: camp; Meals: D, Transfer: 1 hour

DAY 2 – Starting our river trip

After breakfast, we have a short drive to the rafting base. After a safety brief, you get the chance to practise your paddling techniques on a flat and scenic section of the river. Enjoy the clear waters and a bounty of local flora and fauna. About mid-way down the river – if time and weather permit – we take a detour into the Krupa river and stop in a beautiful secret location. Here, we eat our picnic-lunches and take a swimming break under the waterfall. We continue down the exciting second part of the river where we go through multiple rapids and an occasional waterfall.

Accommodation: camp; Meals: B, D; Kayaking: 12 km; 4-5 hours, moderate

DAY 3 – Hiking to Paklenica National Park 

We’ll start early this morning, to catch the morning air of Velika Paklenica canyon. We’ll hike up to the mountain hut, where you can get lunch if you wish, or just rest and unwind. Surrounded by stunning scenery, the hike offers a perfect blend of adventure and tranquillity. We’ll stroll back down to Starigrad, and have some free time to swim on the local beach before heading back to our camp, for dinner and the last overnight stay.

Accommodation: camp; Meals: B, D; Hiking: 12 km; 4-5 hours, moderate; transfer: 45 min one-way

DAY 4 – Continuing our expedition downstream

Before we say our goodbyes, we have one more gem to show you. After breakfast, we will take down camp, and then we’ll head to the small town of Obrovac. Situated on the Zrmanja River, it’s a serene and charming place. From here we will paddle upstream to the last waterfall on the Zrmanja River – Jankovic Buk. This part of the river is flat and more suitable for sea kayaking. Next to the waterfall, there’s an old mill and a small beach to chill on. We will head back down-stream to Obrovac. We will say our goodbyes in hopes we will see you again soon in Croatia.

Meals: B; Kayaking: 6 km; 3 hours, moderate; transfer 20 minutes

Note: Please note that on day two rafting boats are used in case of high-water levels.

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

What’s included:

• 3 nights in the campsite (tent, pillow and sleeping mat included)
• 3 x dinner, 3 x breakfast (special dietary requests can be met, please let us know in advance)
• 3 days of organised activities
• Use of equipment necessary for organised activities
• Paklenica National Park and Velebit Nature Park entrance fees
• Skilled guide and assistance
• Private transportation throughout (pickup and drop off at Zadar airport, port, or main bus station)
• Local taxes
• Insurance

Not included:

• International airfare to/from Croatia
• Beverages and lunches or picnics
• Sleeping bag and a pillow
• 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
• Light hiking shoes or trail sneakers
• Sleeping bag
• 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

Add ons:

• sleeping bag – 11 € rent for 3 nights
• additional transfers (outside Zadar region) – calculated on request

Group size:

6 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