Have you ever wanted to explore Plitvice Lakes in Croatia?
Below you’ll find everything you need to plan your visit.
- How did we get to Plitvice Lakes?
- Where did we stay when visiting Plitvice Lakes?
- What is the cost to visit Plitvice Lakes?
- The best way to explore Plitvice Lakes
- How long do you need to spend at the Lakes to see it all?
How did we get to Plitvice Lakes?
After the weather changing whilst we were in Venice in the previous blog post we packed up Bob, our campervan and headed round the coast to Croatia. Find out more about Bob by clicking here.
342km and approx 5 hrs driving would be worth it for some sunshine.
Here is the link for the directions of the route we took that leaves Italy, crosses through Slovenia before arriving in Croatia.
Our intended destination was Porej but first of all we wanted to spend a couple of nights in the Plitvice Lakes National Park.
Where did we stay when visiting the Lakes?
The campsite we chose was Camping Korana. We hadn’t booked previously but as it was the end of the season we didn’t think we’d have too much trouble finding a pitch and we didn’t. It was practically empty.
We only spent 2 nights at this campsite in order to spend the day in the Plitvice Lakes National Park but it would be an excellent place to spend more time as its situated on the Korana river and offers a variety of activities such as canyoning, rafting, bathing in the river or horseback riding.
As well as excellent shower and toilet facilities the site has a restaurant, bar and access to many different types of excursions around the park.
How much did it cost to enter the Plitvice Lakes National Park area and what are the opening / closing times
Price list 2021
Price per person – Day ticket
| VISITOR CATEGORY | PERIOD-PRICE PER PERSON (HRK) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01. 01. – 31.03. 01. 11. – 31. 12.** |
01. 04. – 31.05. 01. 10. – 31. 10. |
01.06. – 30.09. |
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| A*** | B*** | |||||
| Adults | 80,00 | 180,00 | 300,00 | 200,00 | ||
| Adults – group* | 75,00 | 160,00 | 300,00 | 200,00 | ||
| Students | 50,00 | 110,00 | 200,00 | 125,00 | ||
| Students – group* | 45,00 | 100,00 | 200,00 | 125,00 | ||
| Children 7-18 years | 35,00 | 50,00 | 120,00 | 70,00 | ||
| Children 7-18 godina – group* | 30,00 | 45,00 | 100,00 | 60,00 | ||
| Children up to 7 years and persons with disability (over 50%)** | gratis | gratis | gratis | gratis | ||
* Student tickets are available only upon presenting a valid student ID card, confirming the status and identity of the student.
** To receive discount, please show the appropriate identity card.
***From 01 June – 31 August price A is valid until 4 p.m., price B after 4 p.m. From 01 September – 30 September price A is valid until 3 p.m., price B after 3 p.m
Tickets can be bought at the entrance gates or online here.
For more information please visit the main site for the National Park Here
What’s the best way to explore the lakes?
The best way and the way most people use is by foot. There are various hiking and walking trails throughout the park.
In an area of the park you can take a ride on a boat from one side of the lake to another which gives you another perspective of this amazing place.
Get there early to avoid any busy periods and to see some of the beautiful waterfalls in a peaceful and uncrowded atmosphere.
How long do you need to spend at the Lakes to see it all?
There are several different lake tour programmes available from 1 – 2 hours up to 5 – 6 hours taking in different lengths of hikes and crossing different terrain.
Check out this link for more information on the individual tours.
Important Information about the park:
- An entrance ticket is required for every person entering the park. Tickets can be bought at the entrance or online beforehand.
- You must keep your ticket with you at all times whilst in the park.
- If you are leading a group then the minimum number to achieve the group special price is 15 and all group bookings must be arranged with the sales department beforehand.
- Weather in the park can be unpredictable therefor some routes/paths may be closed and not accessible.
- Please wear appropriate footwear for hiking
- Please bring appropriate clothing as it can get chilly in the shade and unpredictable weather can produce a sharp shower at any time.
What does my ticket for the Plitvice Lakes National Park include?
- Your ticket contributes to permanent protection and landscape maintenance of the Plitvice Lakes National Park
- a ride in a sightseeing Jeep
- a boat ride
- Use of the toilets throughout the park
- 22 km of trails throughout the lake system
- 36 km of hiking trails
- a chance to see a unique wonder of the world
So what’s next in our summer adventure to Italy and Croatia. After exploring the Plitvice Lakes National Park we head back up and west to Porej where we plan to spend the next week exploring this coastal area. (coming soon)
