Plitvice Lakes National Park Tours
Witness Plitvice Lakes National Park's enchanting beauty in Croatia. Enjoy cascading lakes, waterfalls, and forests with our Full-Day Tour tickets. Experience nature's wonder.
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Timing is key: To avoid crowds, plan your visit to Plitvice Lakes National Park on weekday mornings when it opens (at 7 AM from April to October, or 8 AM from November to March). This allows you to avoid the late morning crowds and enjoy a peaceful and immersive experience.
Check the weather forecast: Check the weather conditions before visiting the national park. Carry sufficient rain and sun protection, including umbrellas, rain jackets, sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses to ensure a comfortable visit.
Explore the remote attractions: Make sure to visit the less-frequented areas in the national park, such as the Mali Buk Waterfall. Due to its remoteness and seclusion, fewer visitors venture that far, making it a unique attraction where you can take spectacular photographs.
Dine at the park’s restaurants: Enjoy a meal of authentic local cuisine accompanied by scenic views at one of the national park’s restaurants.
About Plitvice Lakes National Park
With its 16 interconnected lakes, abundant waterfalls, unique topography, and stunning landscapes, Plitvice Lakes National Park draws over 1 million visitors each year. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1979, it is a testament to Croatia’s ecological diversity.
Plitvice Lakes National Park features an underground river, the source of the Korana River, which contributes to the region’s dynamic hydrogeological system.
There are more than 90 waterfalls at Plitvice Lakes National Park, with the highest one, Veliki Slap, reaching a height of 78 meters.
Several large animals, such as the brown bear, grey wolf, Eurasian lynx, and Eurasian otter, have their home in Plitvice Lakes National Park, along with large birds like eagles and owls.
The park’s waterfalls are responsible for the continuous formation of tufa, a porous limestone sediment. Over time, this process has resulted in the growth of unique travertine barriers, creating the park’s distinctive lake basins.
Plitvice Lakes National Park is home to dense forests supporting diverse flora, including beech, spruce, ancient endemic species like the Dinaric fir, and rare plant species adapted to the park’s microclimates.
Why visit Plitvice Lakes National Park?
Highlights
The Upper Lakes
Immerse yourself in the spectacular panoramas of Plitvice Lakes National Park by taking a boat ride through the 12 Upper Lakes. These are larger and deeper than the Lower Lakes, and home to an astonishing variety of marine life.
The Lower Lakes
The four Lower Lakes of the national park were formed by the river cutting through permeable limestone rock, and are located in a deep cliff-lined canyon. Explore these crystal-clear lakes, at the end of which you will find the magnificent Sastavci waterfalls.
Veliki Slap
Discover the Veliki Slap waterfall, which is the highest of the Plitvice Lakes waterfalls. Its name means “great” or “large” waterfall, and it is one of the most photographed and visited attractions in the national park.
Mali Buk Waterfall
Tucked away in the Upper Lakes area of the national park, Mali Buk Waterfall is one of its most remote attractions. Its seclusion offers a serene exploration experience and the opportunity to capture spectacular photographs.
The Caves
The karst topography of Plitvice Lakes National Park has given rise to extraordinary hydrogeological features, such as its many caves, which were formed due to the dissolution of limestone rock. Explore these amazing natural monuments, which feature stalactites, stalagmites, and subterranean rivers and lakes.
The Biodiversity
Successful conservation efforts have made Plitvice Lakes National Park a biodiversity hotspot for native flora and fauna. It is home to 1,267 plant species, 160 bird species, and 50 mammal species.
Panoramic train & boat rides
The best way to soak in the incredible natural beauty of Plitvice Lakes National Park is to take the panoramic train and boat rides. Gain a unique perspective of the landscape and enjoy the vistas of the park from the waters.
Plan your visit
Entrance 1/North Entrance
Entrance 1 or the North Entrance is located near the Lower Lakes of Plitvice Lakes National Park. It is open on all days of the week from 7 AM/8 AM to 3 PM. It can be accessed by visitors as well as tour groups to begin exploring from the Lower Lakes. On average, the wait time at this entrance is around 10-15 minutes.
Entrance 2/South Entrance
The South Entrance or Entrance 2 is located near the Upper Lakes. It is open on all days of the week from 7 AM/8 AM to 3 PM, but is closed during the winter months from November to March. Visitors and tour groups who want to explore the Upper Lakes first can use this entrance. On average, the wait time is around 10-15 minutes.
Auxiliary/Flora Entrance
The third or the Flora entrance is an auxiliary entrance and is the least frequently used. You cannot buy tickets at this entrance and can enter only if you have already purchased one online or at one of the two main entrances. It is located halfway between the man entrances, near one of the boat terminals, and has short or no waiting times.
- Plitvice Lakes National Park is open 365 days a year. However, the public access hours vary depending upon the season.
- Due to the weather conditions, the Upper Lakes are closed for visitors during winter and open again only in April.
There are three visitor parking areas at Plitvice Lakes National Park. P1 is located near the Entrance 1 (North Entrance) and P2 and P3 are located near Entrance 2 (South Entrance).
Due to the location and the terrain at Plitvice Lakes National Park, not all its paths and trails are wheelchair-friendly. But certain areas are accessible for wheelchair users through the more level paths, ramps and wooden boardwalks.
Pets are allowed inside Plitvice Lakes National Park but they must be kept on a leash at all times.
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Plitvice Lakes National Park Tours Guide
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Types of Plitvice Lakes National Park tickets
Types of Plitvice Lakes National Park tickets
Guided tours
Entry tickets
- Best suited for: Visitors who want an in-depth tour with an expert guide.
- Duration: 12 hours
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- Best suited for: Travellers who are short on time, on a budget, or want to explore at their own pace
- Duration: 3-6 hours
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Which Plitvice Lakes National Park ticket is for you?
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Plan Your Visit to Plitvice Lakes National Park
Plan Your Visit to Plitvice Lakes National Park
Timings
Location
Entrances
Facilities/Guidelines
- November to March: 8 AM to 4 PM
- April to May: 7 AM to 7 PM
- June to August: 7 AM to 8 PM
- September to October: 7 AM to 7 PM
Plitvice Lakes National Park is open to visitors on all 365 days of the year. But access depends on the season. For instance, the Upper Lakes are closed from November to March (winter) and reopen in (April).
The best time to visit Plitvice Lakes National Park is in the spring (May to June) and autumn (September to October) seasons. During these months, the weather is pleasant and the crowds are lesser as compared to the peak summer months.
- By Bus: Plitvice Lakes National Park is accessible by intercity buses from Zagreb, Zadar, and Split.
Nearest bus stop: Arrival and departure bus stops are located on both sides of the road near Entrance 1 and Entrance 2 to the national park. - By Car: You can drive to Plitvice Lakes National Park from Zagreb, Zadar, and Split via the E65, E71, and D1 highways.
Distance from Zadar Airport: 120 km.
Distance from Zagreb Airport: 140 km.
Distance from Split Airport: 230 km.
Nearest parking: There are 3 visitor parking areas located near the two national park entrances.
- Entrance 1: the North entrance, located above the Lower Lakes.
- Entrance 2: the South entrance, located next to the Upper Lakes.
- Wheelchair access: Certain areas of Plitvice Lakes National Park have ramps and wooden boardwalks, and can be accessed by people using wheelchairs. But because of the uneven terrain, most paths and trails are not accessible to wheelchair-users or those with impaired mobility.
- Pets: Pets are permitted in Plitvice Lakes National Park but they have to strictly be on the leash.
- Swimming: Swimming is prohibited in Plitvice Lakes National Park.
What to see at Plitvice Lakes National Park
What to see at Plitvice Lakes National Park
Veliki Slap
The Upper Lakes
The Lower Lakes
Mali Buk Waterfall
Plitvice Lakes caves
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