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15 Best Plitvice Lakes National Park Tours In Croatia

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The 15 best Plitvice lakes national park tours in Croatia. What each day involves, who runs it, what it costs, and whether it earns a spot on the trip.

15 Best Plitvice Lakes National Park Tours In Croatia

Plitvice Lakes: Guided Walking Tour with Bus and Boat Ride

Plitvice Lakes: Guided Walking Tour with Bus and Boat Ride - The Big Walk Loop: Lower vs. Upper Lakes and Waterfalls Up Close

1.Plitvice Lakes: Guided Walking Tour with Bus and Boat Ride

Most Popular★ 4.5

Guided Plitvice walk with boat and panoramic train through waterfalls and lakes. Pick 3–8 hours, skip lines, and learn fast with a guide.

“It was amazing !! Some rain so not perfect but very nice because there was not so much people in the park. Our guide : Emanuel is the best ! He was very good in his explanations and we laugh and talk a lot. I recommend this guy for the tour.”

1,303 reviews3 - 6 hoursFrom $40by Obrt Eva

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Plitvice Lakes National Park Admission Ticket

Plitvice Lakes National Park Admission Ticket - Self-guided routes built around Sastavci, waterfalls, and boardwalk time

Plitvice Lakes Tour: Secured Tickets, Train & Boat Ride

Plitvice Lakes Tour: Secured Tickets, Train & Boat Ride - Skip-the-Line Ticket Reservation: What You Pay and When

3.Plitvice Lakes Tour: Secured Tickets, Train & Boat Ride

★ 4.5

Guided Plitvice Lakes tour with reserved tickets, a shuttle/train ride, canyon viewpoints, and a 15-minute boat crossing. 4 hours.

“Our guide, Samanta, was fabulous. She was so well informed, and she was respectful and responsive to all of our many different questions. She made sure that our whole group was taken care of - she shared every element of your excellent customer service expectations. Many thanks for this excellent experience!”

802 reviews4 hoursFrom $41by Allegra Adventures Travel Co.

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Plitvice Lakes Private Guided Tour

Plitvice Lakes Private Guided Tour - Private guide power: seeing Plitvice without the wasted wandering

4.Plitvice Lakes Private Guided Tour

★ 4.9

Private English-led Plitvice tour with fast entry, boat rides, and top viewpoints. Choose Lower Lakes or both areas.

“I booked this tour for myself and my guide Dalibor was so knowledgeable & Friendly. Explained everything to me. Good knowledge of the lakes and the history. Took me to the best viewpoints and routes and took photos for me. Sorry i couldnt leave a tip as i had ran out of money as this…”

221 reviews3 - 6 hoursFrom $127by Obrt Eva

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Kayaking Mreznica Waterfalls close to Plitvice Lakes

Kayaking Mreznica Waterfalls close to Plitvice Lakes - How the instruction and safety work: optional moves, not forced thrills

5.Kayaking Mreznica Waterfalls close to Plitvice Lakes

★ 5.0

Paddle the Mreznica River near Plitvice in small groups, passing waterfalls from the water, with optional jumps and full gear included.

“Fabulous time on the water. Angelo was the best: knowledgeable about the local area and river, gave us such fun and was great with the kids and made us feel safe throughout. Absolutely beautiful river and surroundings. Good safety briefing at all points with options depending on how much of a daredevil you want to…”

205 reviews3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $66.54by Plitvice Outdoor Croatia

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Kayaking on Upper Mreznica River – Slunj, Croatia

Kayaking on Upper Mreznica River - Slunj, Croatia - Getting there from Slunj and Plitvice: transfers that actually save time

Kayaking at the Mreznica Canyon

Kayaking at the Mreznica Canyon - Meeting at Raftrek Adventure Travel and getting geared up fast

7.Kayaking at the Mreznica Canyon

★ 5.0

Kayak the Mreznica Canyon in Plitvice Lakes. Beginner-friendly, small groups, six waterfalls, and optional cliff jumps with gear included.

“It was well organized. Enthusiastic guide and a spectacular tour. A break to swim and jump from the rocks.”

162 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $60.49by Raftrek Adventure Travel

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Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour

Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour - Price and Value: What $41.13 Actually Buys You

8.Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour

★ 4.5

Skip long lines at Plitvice Lakes on a small-group English tour with panoramic train views, electric boats, and guided highlights for $41.13.

“Our guide was Emanuel, and boy were we spoiled!! Emanuel was so informative/knowledgeable all the while being relaxed and genuine. We never felt rushed, which is truly the best way to experience the park. A truly magical experience!”

150 reviews3 to 6 hours (approx.)From $41.13by Obrt Eva

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Kayaking Mrežnica river

Kayaking Mrežnica river - Getting there: the Slunj-to-Primišlje transfer that saves your day

9.Kayaking Mrežnica river

★ 5.0

Kayak Croatia’s Mrežnica River for 5 km past waterfalls, rapids, and optional 5m or 9m jumps, with transport and gear included.

“Hoop lol gehad in een prachtige omgeving! Pick-up point duidelijk en ook fijn dat je je nadien nog kunt omkleden.”

127 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $78.61by Rastoke active - Mirjana&Rastoke

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Kayaking Adventure on Mreznica River close to Plitvice Lakes

Kayaking Adventure on Mreznica River close to Plitvice Lakes - Entering the narrow gorge: paddling past cascades up to 8 meters

10.Kayaking Adventure on Mreznica River close to Plitvice Lakes

★ 5.0

Kayak the Mreznica River near Plitvice: two-person inflatable kayaks, cascades up to 8 m, optional jumps, and gear included for $66.52.

“This was a fabulous experience. Two adults and three teenage girls and we all had an amazing time. We had no previous kayaking experience but our guide Sara was great. Going over the waterfalls in the kayaks and/ or jumping over them was a fantastic experience. The scenery is stunning as you paddle down the…”

113 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $66.52by GO EXPLORE CROATIA

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Zeljava Airbase: History and Adventure Tour/Plitvice

Zeljava Airbase: History and Adventure Tour/Plitvice - The highlight: 3-kilometer tunnel walk with flashlights and rules

11.Zeljava Airbase: History and Adventure Tour/Plitvice

★ 5.0

Zeljava Air Base near Plitvice: climb a C-47, drive runways, then walk 3 km of dark tunnels with a guide and flashlight.

“Our guide, Antonio, was a local who obviously knew the underground passageways very well. He told us interesting and technical facts about the different areas but then brought everything to life by adding personal accounts of neighbours and experiences that were significant parts of living near Zeljava when it was operational. He was fantastic!”

75 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $60.34by Thrill quest

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3,5 hours Guided Buggy Tour in Plitvice lakes

3,5 hours Guided Buggy Tour in Plitvice lakes - Dreznik Old Town: A Quick Taste of Local Life

12.3,5 hours Guided Buggy Tour in Plitvice lakes

★ 5.0

Guided Plitvice buggy tour with off-road fun, Zeljava air base history, Tito’s sites, a watermill stop, and quick National Park viewpoints.

“This adventure was AMAZING! Very happy with the off-the-beaten-path stops, sweet translator, and efficient use of time. My favorite day of the vacation!”

57 reviews3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $155.68by Buggy Tours Inspiration Resort

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Plitvice Lakes National Park – Inspiration Buggy Tour

Plitvice Lakes National Park - Inspiration Buggy Tour - The inspiration idea: nature plus the people who tried to control it

13.Plitvice Lakes National Park – Inspiration Buggy Tour

★ 5.0

Inspiration Buggy Tour near Plitvice Lakes: drive MY23 Maverick buggies to Drežnik, Željava, KLEK and waterfalls in 3.5 hours.

“Activity was excellent! Driving the quad bikes was so much fun and the guide (Ariana) was amazing and explained everything in so much detail on the tour. We did the tour in the rain and it was still brilliant. I would highly recommend this tour!”

56 reviews3.5 hoursFrom $151by Inspiration Resort

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Kayaking in Mreznica Waterfalls near Slunj and Plitvice Lakes

Kayaking in Mreznica Waterfalls near Slunj and Plitvice Lakes - Safety on the River: A Briefing That Sets You Up

14.Kayaking in Mreznica Waterfalls near Slunj and Plitvice Lakes

★ 5.0

Kayak Croatia’s Mrežnica waterfalls near Slunj and Plitvice, with a safety briefing, swim stops, and an 8–9 m waterfall finish.

“Een hele fijne namiddag gehad hier. We waren enkel met ons vieren als gezin, daar we die dag blijkbaar alleen geboekt hadden. Dit maakte het een super-fijne gezinsactiviteit. Onze gids "Valentino" heeft ons hier mooi begeleid. Er was toen ook een festival te doen "Bear Stone Festival" wat voor wat muziek en extra sfeer zorgde…”

52 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $72.41by Discover Mrežnica

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