Croatia · BOAT TOURS IN PLITVICE LAKES
The 15 best boat tours in Plitvice Lakes you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Self-guided Plitvice Lakes day trip from Split with boat cruise and electric train. Follow trail routes at your pace, with transport included.
“Phenomenal day tour to the Plitvice NP the self guided tour gave me free time to explore the waterfalls and lakes at my in pace. Very easy to navigate through the trail”
Plitvice Lakes and Zadar in one 10-hour day trip with a guide, boat and electric train rides, plus a bonus Old Town tour at 6 pm.
“All was good. The park is wonderful and our guide top.”
Guided Plitvice Lakes walk with electric boat and panoramic train return. Learn karst and waterfalls on a 3 to 6 hour tour.
“Emmanuel was a wonderful guide. He kept me very entertained with the history of the park, while also showcasing all the best spots for photos. He’s very conscientious about protecting the park and I appreciated his passion for the job. Would definitely recommend this tour!”
Zadar to Plitvice Lakes with boat and electric train, then a Zadar Old Town evening walk. Full day, good value, 10 hours.
“This place had been on my bucket list for some time and it was a truly magical and stunning place with the train ride and boat transfer included. A large group but it all worked out well and our guide Paula was very knowledgeable for her younger years. Communication on the day was via WhatsApp which I don't use but I didn't get lost so was alright in the end. Nice unexpected touch at the end with the free souvenir gift too.”
Guided Plitvice Lakes day trip from Zadar with terraced lakes, waterfalls, wildlife chances, and an electric boat ride on Kozjak Lake.
“Amazing tour. As a solo traveler I booked the tour for comfort and I’m very glad I did. The check points were very clear and easy to find but we had enough freedom to explore at our own pace also, which was lovely. My guide (Nike) set up a group chat for ease of communication which was a great idea for the group and showed care for customers. She was very approachable and full of knowledge about Croatia and especially the nationals Holliday to commemorate the war and attack on Croatia in the 1990’s. Overall a great tour , highly recommend of your in Croatia!”
Guided Plitvice Lakes walk with reserved skip-the-line entry, train and a 15-minute boat ride, plus photo stops with a local guide.
“Christian was a very experienced and informative guide , regardless the rain he had all bases covered, big thank you”
Zadar to Plitvice Lakes day trip with guide, reserved entry, electric boat, and train rides for waterfalls, lakes, and easy logistics.
“Great day, easy to find meeting places. Comfortable and air conditioned coach transfer. Lots of helpful information along the way and options to stay with the group and go off on your own in some routes of the park. Karlo was an excellent guide and the day was very informative and was a good amount of time to see the lakes.”
Self-guided Plitvice day tour from Split with round-trip bus transfers, plus panoramic boat or electric train through 16 lakes.
“Do not let the word economy put you off! The 3 hours coach nearly put me off this tour also, but i am so glad we did not let it. The lakes and waterfalls are fantastic Our tour guide messaged us on WhatsApp to confirm pick up point. We took a couple of sandwiches with us as advised there could be long queues at the lakes but there was a highway service station stop on the way there and on the way back that you could get coffee and food from. We never used the lakes cafe except to get coffee and cold drinks The walking tour takes in some…”
Guided Plitvice Lakes tour with Lower and Upper Lakes, plus Lake Kozjak boat ride. Learn geology and see Veliki Slap.
“Great experience, beautiful landscapes and a wonderful guide. Lazar was passioned and you could feel it. He knew the place very well of course and gave us facts and personal experience about the park that was very interesting. The 5 hours with Lazar passed very quickly and it was really just a great tour with him. Thank you Lazar and we definitely recommend you to anyone that hesitates on whether to go on a tour with you 👍.”
Guided Plitvice day trip from Zadar with an electric boat on Lake Kozjak, a scenic train ride, and guided walking time in Croatia’s waterfalls.
“The team picked me up and dropped me off at my location. (Use the what’s app to schedule). The bus there and back was fine. The guide was very nice and informative with clear instructions. The lakes are beautiful! It was worth the trip if you don’t have a car.”
Plitvice Lakes in 5 hours with a local English guide, Lower Lakes walking, a Kozjak boat ride, and a panoramic train.
“Great coverage of the park, and knowledgeable guide. We had a large group (20 ppl), so information was difficult to hear for everyone. Perhaps a head set of some sorts?”
Guided full-day trip from Zadar to Plitvice Lakes with waterfalls, UNESCO sights, boat ride on Lake Kozjak, and a train back.
“The tour was wonderful! We met in the city center and boarded a comfortable bus. The trip from Zadar takes about two hours. The bus is air-conditioned. We stopped just before the National Park to have a snack and use the restroom. When we arrived, the guide quickly bought tickets for us and explained how we would proceed. We followed the "H" route, which is about 8,000 meters long, but we were also offered a shorter route if we wanted. In addition to the walking tour, the tour also included a bus ride (about 25 minutes) and a boat ride (about 20 minutes). Overall, it was a wonderful experience. The…”
3.5-hour Plitvice Lakes tour with pickup, private guide, Big Waterfall walk, and panoramic boat ride across Lake Kozjak.
“Andrej took was lovely! customized to tour to what we wanted and allowed us space when needed. He is a lovely guide and person. Would recommend this tour to everyone visiting the area. A day well spent”
Private Plitvice tour with reserved entry, train and boat ride, zigzag trails, canyon viewpoints, and lower plus upper lakes.
“Superb, the tour was excellent and Samantha went above and beyond to ensure our experience was seamless - She also called ahead to ensure we had a taxi ready as we ended our tour. 5*”
A 4 to 5 hour guided walk at Plitvice Lakes National Park with wooden paths, waterfall views, and a boat ride across the lakes.
“We hadden een kleine groep dat maakte het heel prettig en persoonlijk. Er werd ook goed geluisterd naar onze vragen. Wij waren heel tevreden over deze gids!”
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