CANOE SAFARI

ITINERARY FOR THE "LAND OF WATERFALLS" PROGRAM

Day 1 - Saturday: Arrival to Zvecaj/Zeleni kut pansion from Zagreb airport or train station. Get-together dinner in the evening.

Day 1- Saturday: Arrival to Korana Village in Plitvice Lakes National Park (transfer from Zagreb or Rijeka airport  is available). Informal light-meal dinner  in the evening by the river with the other group members.

Day 2 - First kayak and canoe instructions and trip to the upper section of Mreznica. Mreznica is a typical karst river with numerous travertine waterfalls and calm water between them. In summer it is usually warm and pleasant for swimming. After a light picnic by the river we shall paddle to our boarding house for beach barbecue.

Day 2: You cycle through forests, between hills and across green fields. This road will lead you to the Barac caves for a guided underground tour. After visiting the caves, there will be a time to relax and play. Return later in the afternoon to Korana Village in time to enjoy a traditional Croatian evening meal.  (Please note that cycling the entire route may be too difficult for small children, but alternative arrangements can be made with the guide.).

Day 3 -  Expedition into the canyon and waterfalls of remote section of Mreznica. This is the most beautiful part of the river, where the water temperature in Summer can reach 25 degrees Celsius. We will travel down the deep, narrow canyon and many waterfalls - up to 10 meters high.

Day 3: A day of hiking around the lakes and highest waterfalls in the national park.

Day 4 -Visit Plitvice Lakes National Park for A hike tour of 16 lakes and hundreds of waterfalls The narrow paved road surrounding the lakes is closed for motor vehicles and most of it leads between forests, meadows, hills and along the lake shores. 

Day 4: Expedition into canyon and waterfalls of Mreznica River, with lots of swimming and fun. This is the most beautiful part of the river, where the water temperature in Summer can reach 25 degrees Celsius. We travel down deep, narrow canyon and many waterfalls - up to 10 meters high.

Day 5 - In the afternoon a bike tour along country roads and villages of the area.

Day 6 - Rafting on nearby Dobra River. This is the first and best white water rafting river in Croatia (if the water levels are low and the river too easy for rafting, kayaks will make the trip more interesting).

Day 5 - Embark on a river kayaking expedition along the  Korana River canyon, over numerous travertine waterfalls interspersed with calm, clear water. and plenty of opportunities to cool off with a swim. The journey meanders through a breathtaking landscape with narrow gorges, forests and open meadows. Later in the day explore numerous streams and waterfalls and mills of Rastoke, dine and relax in this romantic setting.

Day 6 - Heading south for canoeing down the magnificent wild-west-like canyons of Zrmanja and Krupa Rivers. Enjoy the easy rapids, swimming in crystal clear waters and shower under waterfalls.

Day 7 -  Relaxing day in a country life atmosphere. You can take a bicycle tour to other places of interest in the area – or a train ride to Zagreb, the cultural and political center of Croatia.

Day 7 - A day to be spent at leisure in the Village, or as an alternative, taking a private trip in the park or travel to the nearby Bosnian town of Bihac for an unforgettable rafting trip on the Una River Canyon, culminating with a real Bosnian lunch and Turkish coffee – Please note that rafting will incur an additional charge of approx 60EUR per head, payable on site, and is dependent on suitable water levels.

Day 8 - by both programs, departure in the morning.

The itinerary is subject to change depending on group abilities and wishes, weather, water levels, special events of interest and similar. The organizer reserves the right to alternate program without prior notice in order to provide the best possible but safe experience for the participants.

Departure dates are every Saturday in months of of June (starting on 14th), July, August and September (ending with 13th). Other dates are subject to an individual arrangement.

Rooms: Please note that in the "Land of Waterfalls" there are only rooms with 2 and 3 beds per room, with 2 rooms sharing bathroom. Single rooms are available upon request, but only as double rooms/single use, sharing a room with a guide or another participant is possible. In the "Clear Rivers" rooms are double rooms with en suite bathroom.

Maximum number of participants: 16 per group. Larger groups on request.

Minimum age: 8 years if accompanied by parent.

Children discount of 10% is valid for children 8-14 years of age if accompanied by an adult. 1 child enjoying discount shares parents’ room, 2 or more children can have their own room.

Optional trip on day 7 is NOT included in price and can be booked and paid on spot.

The stated prices are in EUR per person, based on exchange rates at the time of printing and are subject to change without notice.

High season - July 12 - August 29
Mid season - June 14 - July 11, August 30 - September 19
Low season - May 10 - June 13, September 20 - October 4

More information and reservations on: info(at)val-tours.hr

tel: +385-23-386479 fax: +385-23-386478