13 activitati in Zadar-North Dalmatia, CROATIA

The Pirate Adventure is unique experience for both children and adults. Apart from enjoying fresh summer air, while observing landscapes of Zadar archipelago, you will experience excitement and joy of hunting for a treasures hidden on the small island called Galesnjak. The Pirate Adventure is unique experience for both children and adults. Apart from enjoying fresh summer air, while observing landscapes of Zadar archipelago, you will experience excitement and joy of hunting for a treasures hidden on the small island called Galesnjak. Leaving the Zadar port, cruising towards Ugljan, the closest island where all guests will have a chance to start the day with swimming, snorkeling and short sightseeing of small place called „Preko“. After the refreshment, action begins by crossing the 80 meters long bay with small boat to island Galešnjak, known as the island with hidden treasure. While adults can enjoy swimming, sunbathing and fresh air with scents of Dalmatian trees, children will start their adventure, with animator who might know some secret tactics. Meanwhile, adults can also explore the nice landscapes of the island and small monastery of st.Paul. After the hunt is done, group goes back to Preko, Ugljan. Free time provided for relaxing, before departing back to Zadar. Meeting/pick-up point: Pick up at the hotel. Duration: 4 hours. Start/opening time: At 9am.

Zadar canal is a sea passage between Zadar and island of Ugljan. It`s a place of beautiful sea landscapes and rich undersea world. There are numerous islets spread all over the canal and every one of them tells its own unique story. Sailing through the Zadar canal towards the island of Ugljan. Sailing boat docks in Preko, small island village. You can take a walk around small port or have a coffee in one of the beach bars, take a swim or visit the nearby islet of Galevac, the green oases where is located old monastery from 14th century. Sailing continues towards the secluded bay where you can completely relax and enjoy the crystal clear Adriatic sea. On your way back to Zadar, our skipper will show you the basics of sailing.

Archipelago with its 150 uninhabited islands, islets and reefs is the most indented island group in the Mediterranean. We will sail by boat from one island to another all the way to a bay of extraordinary beauty. It is paradise for those who know how to enjoy the pure form of fascinating crystal sea. On board you will be served lunch, including wine or juice.None of these islands are covered by the National Park? In 1980, the eighty-nine southernmost of the 140-odd islands, islets and reefs of the Kornati archipelago were declared a national park, Archipelago with its 150 uninhabited islands, islets and reefs is the most indented island group in the Mediterranean. We will sail by boat from one island to another all the way to a bay of extraordinary beauty. It is paradise for those who know how to enjoy the pure form of fascinating crystal sea. On board you will be served lunch, including wine or juice.None of these islands are covered by the National Park? In 1980, the eighty-nine southernmost of the 140-odd islands, islets and reefs of the Kornati archipelago were declared a national park, Nacionalni Park Kornati, protecting the islands and their marine surrounding The area covered by the National Park mostly coincides with the Donji Kornati, which includes the island of Kornat and the surrounding islets, separated with a channel from the island of Piškera and the surrounding islets. The national park includes 109 islands, of which 76 are less than 1 hectare in size. Of the total land surface area of Kornati (62 km2), 85% is stony, and only.The most important places on the Kornati islands are: the shallow channel Mala Proversa, the oval-shaped Taljurič island, Špinuta Bay, Stivina Bay, the fourth largest island Levrnaka, the second largest karst rock-area Tarac, Svršata Vela island, Mana island, Piškera island, Panitula Vela island, the picturesque Lavsa Bay, the resort island Ravni Žakan, Smokvica Vela island, the Opat peninsula, Samograd island, the Purara reserve for marine life, Vrgada and Gangarol islands.The names of the islands Babina Guzica and Kurba Vela, which in Croatian refer to buttocks and prostitution, offer an opportunity to explain the many vulgar names officially given to many places in the Kornati archipelago. When Austrian surveyors came to record the archipelago at the end of the 19th century, their local guides mocked them by making up vulgar names for the various locations. Kornat, the biggest of the islands with a total area of 32,525,315 square kilometres (12,558,094 sq mi), comprises two-thirds of the park's land area. Although the island is 25.2 kilometres (15.7 mi) long, it is no wider than 2.5 km (2 mi) .The Park is managed from the town of Murter, on the island of Murter, and is connected to the mainland by a drawbridge. Meeting/pick-up point: Pick up at hotels in Zadar. Start/opening time: At 8am. End/closing time: At 3.30pm. Departure to hotel (sailing). Others: Excursions available daily.

The city of Zadar has been inhabited for more than 3000 years. It was founded by Romans as one of their colonies in 1st century B.C. by the name of Iader but the archaeological findings indicate that the first settlement in the area dates back from the Paleolithic Era. For centuries it was the capital of Dalmatia, Croatian region which was, because of the exit to Adriatic Sea, a point of interest for many foreign conquerors. Zadar was ruled by Venetians, Austrians and Napoleon and all of these governors left their trace not only in history, but also in gastronomy, language and traditions of the city. Guided tour starts from Greeting to the Sun, a modern art installation located on the western part of the Old Town peninsula. It continues on the seafront promenade where you will be followed by the music of Sea Organs all the way to ancient Forum square. Forum square was constructed from 1st century B.C. and was finally finished in 3rd century. It was surrounded by the massive marble pillars and on its western part stood the capitolium with temple dedicated to Roman gods Junona, Jupiter and Minerva. In the 9th century on the northeastern part of the square was built the church of st. Donatus which was primary dedicated to Holy Trinity and nowadays carries the name of famous, medieval bishop who according the legend brought the body of st. Anastasia to Zadar. Eastern from the Forum square stands the cathedral of st. Anastasia, one of the four patron saints of Zadar. It is the biggest cathedral in Dalmatia built in Romanesque style in the 12th and 13th century on the place of former early-Christian basilica. One floor of the bell tower was erected in 15th century and it was upgraded in the end of 19th century following the designs of famous British architect Thomas Graham Jackson. The tour continues on Kalelarga, the main city`s street that leads to People`s square that has been the center of public life in Zadar from Middle Ages `till today. It is surrounded by the City Hall, City Guard and City Lodge. City Hall closes the square from the north and west. It was constructed in Neo-renaissance style 1934. Next to it stood the church of st. Lorenz from 11th century whose ruins are nowadays incorporated within a catering establishment. On the southwestern part of the square is located Renaissance building of city guard erected in 1562. with a clock tower from 18th century. Opposite of it stands city lodge from 12th century, refurbished in 1565. It was a place of trial where citizens were making contracts and the government officers read the proclamations. The tour ends with maraschino tasting at cafe Lovre, one of the oldest cafes in Zadar. Maraschino is a cherry liquor of rich taste that is being produced from the cherries of maraska sort that have been grown in the hinterland of the city for centuries.

Departure from Zadar to Kastel Zegarski village. After getting the equipment and instructions by the skipper, you will experience the 14.5-km long kayak trail. If you are in great shape you may finish the track in 2,5 hours but if you're not or you are with your family and young children it will take you 3 maybe 4 hours. Departure from Zadar to Kastel Zegarski village. After getting the equipment and instructions by the skipper, you will experience the 14.5-km long kayak trail. If you are in great shape you may finish the track in 2,5 hours but if you're not or you are with your family and young children it will take you 3 maybe 4 hours. We all know that a chain is as strong as its weakest link. Our goal is that each .Zrmanja (pronounced [zř̩maɲa]) is a river in southern Lika and northern Dalmatia, Croatia. It is 69 km (43 mi) long and its basin covers an area of 907 km2 (350 sq mi). It was known to the ancient Romans as Tedanius. The spring of Zrmanja is located in southern part of Lika under Postak - the southern peak of Pljesevica mountain, and close to south end of Velebit mountain. It is characteristic for its spring located on the bottom of very steep, almost 200m high funnel shape rock called Misije. It flows southward through the narrow and long arable valley which encircles the southern end of Velebit through a 200-metre-deep canyon, and then turns westwards, reaches Obrovac, and after a few kilometers flows into the Adriatic sea in the bay named Novigradsko more. In the late 80s the Riverfree Club and Huck Finn Adventure Company pioneered commercial canoe, kayak and raft trips - one-day excursions and multi-day tours with camping. They proved that Zrmanja with its tributary Krupa is one of the most beautiful rivers of Europe. In the 90s the Velebit area is declared a nature park. Rafting trips on Zrmanja take place in spring and autumn, while kayaks and canoes are used during low water level period of July and August. Meeting/pick-up point: Duration: Between 2.5 and 4 hours. Start/opening time: At 9am. End/closing time: At 3:30pm.

If you want to enjoy the sea, sun and wind then this if the right choice for you… come on our sailing boat and let yourself go to the unique experience of Zadar Archipelago. Departure from Zadar. Sailing through Zadar channel towards Mali Ždrelac pass. Passing under Pašman bridge that connects islands Ugljan and Pašman, and sailing towards island Dugi otok. If you want to enjoy the sea, sun and wind then this if the right choice for you… come on our sailing boat and let yourself go to the unique experience of Zadar Archipelago. Departure from Zadar. Sailing through Zadar channel towards Mali Ždrelac pass. Passing under Pašman bridge that connects islands Ugljan and Pašman, and sailing towards island Dugi otok. Through the pass Mala Provesa we are entering into the area of TELAŠĆICA Nature Park. Sailing on the west side of Dugi Otok, with spectacular view to the 150 meters high Devils rocks. Stopping in a magical bay. Free time for swimming, snorkeling... After short stop sailing to bay Telašćica. Short walk to Salt lake, free time for sunbathing, swimming, snorkelling and lunch in restaurant. On the way back our skipper will meet you with the basics of sailing. Meeting/pick-up point: Pick up at the hotel. Start/opening time: At 8am. End/closing time: At 3pm we sail back to Zadar. Languages: English.

Departure from Zadar in the late afternoon hours. Drive through the hinterland of Zadar towards the Rural Estate. Tour of the vineyards and wine cellars where the guide will introduce you to the types of wines that are made here. After a short tour you'll get the chance to taste and experience of our hinterland through wine tasting and delicious dinner with authentic Croatian dishes prepared by our hosts. Return to Zadar in the evening hours.

Krka National Park is located in Šibenik County. It covers the area of Krka River and lower course of Čikola River including seven waterfalls, the spring of Krka, animal and plant habitats, archeological sites, sacral architecture, ethnographical and industrial heritage. The Park is a place of exceptional values, unique for its extraordinary travertine formations. Travertine is a limestone that is formed in water with high concentrations of dissolved calcium bicarbonate. Krka National Park is an inevitable Croatian landmark, it natural beauties, interesting history and welcoming local residents will most certainly leave you breathless. The main attractions of Krka National Park: Skradinski buk is the biggest of seven waterfalls on the Krka River. Covering the area of 400 m in length and 100 m in width, with its 17 cascades it`s the largest travertine cascade system in Europe. However, it is also the most attractive part of Krka National Park. Swimming is allowed at the foot of the waterfall and many park`s visitors enjoy there in refreshing moments during the hot summer days. Visovac is a small island situated on the homonymous lake between the waterfalls Skradinski buk and Roški slap. It is in the property of Franciscan monks who warmly receive their guests from all over theworld. During the last 500 years the monastery of Our Merciful Mother and the church of Our Lady of Visovac have been visited by numerous pilgrims. It is an oasis of spirituality and piece where manypeople come in order to find tranquility and serenity. Water mills on Krka River are important monuments of economic past of Šibenik Region. During the history wheat was milled there for numerous towns all over ‪Dalmatia. Burnum – the ruins of ancient Roman military camp stand near the village of Ivoševci. Erected in the1st century as a strategically important position for controlling passage across the river, it marked the starting point of all military campaigns towards the inland regions. Jaruga hydroelectric power plant was constructed and started working in 1895, just two days after Tesla’s hydroelectric plant on Niagara Falls became operational. At the same time, 11 km of power lines to transmit electricity and a city lighting network were built, so Šibenik had electrical lighting before many European cities. It was the first complete electricity system in Croatia. Except the National Park on this excursion you are going to visit Šibenik, old coronation town of Croatian kings, established in the 11 th century. One of its sights, St. James` Cathedral is listed in the Register of UNESCO`s World Cultural Heritage. Šibenik is quite small and has a lovely promenade where you can take a walk and enjoy the sea view. Above the city stands St. Michael`s fortress dating from the 15 th century. It is a typical Dalmatian town with narrow streets and many monuments of historical importance. We are sure its charm will overwhelm you.

For millions of years, the water has carved its way through travertine rocks making deep lakes and waterfalls. It is the most known Croatian national park which is in the UNESCO Register of World Natural Heritage since 1979. You can enjoy the long walk through the park and forest and get on board electric boats and enjoy the indescribable blue-green color of the lakes. This exceptional beauty of the lakes and waterfalls, rich plant, animal life and pure mountain colors attract many nature lovers from all over the world For millions of years, the water has carved its way through travertine rocks making deep lakes and waterfalls. It is the most known Croatian national park which is in the UNESCO Register of World Natural Heritage since 1979. You can enjoy the long walk through the park and forest and get on board electric boats and enjoy the indescribable blue-green color of the lakes. This exceptional beauty of the lakes and waterfalls, rich plant, animal life and pure mountain colors attract many nature lovers from all over the world. This may be an unforgettable experience for you! The Plitvice Lakes have formed in a depression between the Mala Kapela Mountain in the west and the Plješevica Mountain in the east amidst the Dinaric Alps. The national park is located at the national route D1 Zagreb–Split between Slunj and Korenica in the vicinity of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Other larger municipalities within the surrounding area are Ogulin, Rakovica, Otočac, Gospić and Bihać in Bosnia.With regard to plant and animal diversity, the area of the Plitvice Lakes belongs to the most significant areas of Croatia. On the one hand, this is due to climatic conditions and on the other hand due to the location of this area, since the lakes are far away from polluted and noisy cities or industrial plants. For reasons of the poor industrial development of this region and early introduced protection measures, a nearly untouched landscape has been preserved. In the partially primeval beech and fir forests various rare species, such as the brown bear, have survived. At the Plitvice Lakes, all species continue to exist that have already existed before the coming of man. This is a rare case worldwide. Meeting/pick-up point: Pick up at hotels in Zadar. Start/opening time: At 8.30am. End/closing time: At 3.30pm. Others: Excursions available Monday to Thursday.

The bay of Telašćica is located on the south-eastern part of the Dugi otok island. It is the largest and best protected natural harbor on the eastern coast of the Adriatic. There are five islets in the bay of which the most extraordinary is the islet of Taljurić that is actually a small rock slab. The area abounds with richness of flora and fauna. Within the park is situated a donkey reserve. Lake Mir is situated in the south-western part of the Park. The water in the lake is salty due to the underground canals that are connected with the sea. Archeological excavations made in the area indicate that the place was inhabited from the earliest periods. Departure from Zadar in the morning. Cruising towards the southern part of the Dugi Otok Island where the sea embraces Telašćica. Use the sailing time for relaxing while reading the book, sunbathing or simply enjoy in picturesque Mediterranean landscapes. Upon arrival at the Nature Park you will have some free time for swimming and snorkeling. Take a walk around and don`t be afraid of the donkeys. They are timed but like people, especially if you give them a treat. The tour continues with short sightseeing of the salt lake Mir. Afterwards the boat departs towards Zadar and stops for a short swim in a secluded bay. On your way back to Zadar your skipper will show you the basics of sailing

Departure from Zadar. Sailing through Zadar channel towards Kali, a small village on the island Ugljan. Stopping in bay Batalaža, free time that you can use for swimming, sunbathing, snorkelling. After short stop sailing towards small island Ošljak. Stop at the island. Free time for lunch in local restaurant, swimming... On the way back our skipper will meet you with the basics of sailing. Departure from Zadar. Sailing through Zadar channel towards Kali, a small village on the island Ugljan. Stopping in bay Batalaža and you will have some free time that you can use for swimming, sunbathing or snorkling. After short stop we will sailing towards small island Ošljak and Stopp. Than you have free time for lunch in a local restaurant and then you can also go swimming. On the way back our skipper will meet you with the basics of sailing. If you want enjoy the sea, sun and wind this is the perfect choice for you. Come on our sailing boat and let yourself go into a unique experience of Zadar Island. Meeting/pick-up point: Pick up at the hotel. Duration: 4 hours. Start/opening time:From 9am to 1pm or 2pm to 6pm. Languages:English.

Welcome to Zadar, the oldest inhabited Croatian city. The city is well-known for the Roman ruins, medieval churches, museums, and the most beautiful sunset in the world. An intriguing city with exceptional history and rich cultural heritage is less crowded and is famous for its unique attractions. The sound-and-light impact of the Sea Organ and the Sun Salutation is an incredible thing to experience. Discover the Venetian walls of the city that are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Join our 2 hours private walking tour and see the highlights of Zadar and hear the engaging stories from our local guide. You will learn about: Neolithic people; Migration Period; Fall of the Western Roman Empire; Ostrogothic kingdom; Byzantine emperor; Neretvian pirates; Treaty of Zadar; Ladislaus of Naples; Kingdom of Italy; World War I; World War II; Bombed by the Allies; Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia; Socialist Republic of Croatia; Operation Maslenica. You will see: Sea Organ; Sun Salutation; Church of St. Donat; Cathedral of St. Anastasia; Sea Gate; Land Gate; City Wall; 5 Wells Square; Famous city market.

Situated in the Region of Lika, in the part of Croatia that is due to its exceptional natural beauties used to be called Devil`s Garden, Plitvice Lakes are truly a small piece of Heaven on Earth. Many times proclaimed as one of the most beautiful places in the world, 16 lakes and their waterfalls are among most visited and popular sights of Croatia. It is not just about the relaxing sound of water and stunning landscapes, Plitvice also provide you a cultural elevation giving you the chance to learn about life and traditions of the people living in the area. National Park is inhabited by many protected plant and animal species so all the visitors are kindly asked to respect the rules concerning the ecology, flora and fauna. Plitvice Lakes are also Croatian oldest National Park and only Croatian natural sight in the UNESCO`s World Heritage Register. Lakes are divided into the Upper and Lower Lakes. Their characteristic is water saturation with dissolved calcium carbonate that in combination with the force of water dispersion creates travertine. Main attractions of Plitvice: Upper Lakes: this group includes 12 of 16 Plitvice lakes separated of each other by the travertine barriers. Kozjak Lake: is the largest and the deepest lake in Plitvice Lakes National Park. It belongs to the group of Upper Lakes. Nature played merging two smaller lakes into one and created Kozjak, the only navigable lake of Plitvice. On the lake stands a travertine Stephanie`s island that was named by the Austrian princess who visited the Park in distant 1888. Lower Lakes: idyllic scenes of small waterfalls, turquoise water and surrounding greenery characterize this group of lakes. Nearby is situated the underground cave of Šupljara. Great Waterfall: located within the group of Lower Lakes , with the height of 78 meters is the heighest waterfall in Croatia.