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CANOE
SAFARI |
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DAYS KAYAKING
ON THE RIVERS AND LAKES OF CROATIA |
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ITINERARY
FOR THE "CLEAR RIVERS" PROGRAM
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ITINERARY FOR THE "LAND OF
WATERFALLS" PROGRAM
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Day 1 -
Saturday: Arrival to Zvecaj/Zeleni kut pansion from
Zagreb airport or train station. Get-together dinner in
the evening.
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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.
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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.
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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.).
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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.
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Day 3:
A day of hiking around the lakes and highest
waterfalls in the national park.
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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.
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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.
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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).
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Day 8 -
by both programs, departure in
the morning.
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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.
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PRICELIST
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| Accommodation
type |
Prices - person/EUR |
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7-day
package in a
double
room - halfboard - HIGH SEASON
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630,00 |
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7-day
package in a
double
room - halfboard - MID SEASON
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595,00 |
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7-day
package in a
double
room - halfboard - LOW SEASON
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494,00 |
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7-day
package in a
single
room - halfboard - HIGH SEASON
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756,00 |
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7-day
package in a
single
room - halfboard - MID SEASON
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714,00 |
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7-day
package in a
single
room - halfboard - LOW SEASON
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592,80 |
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Prices include:
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7
nights accommodation
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2 meals per day
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use of bicycles, kayaks, canoes, paddles, life
jackets, helmets
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5 days of organized activities
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neoprene shorts and booties or sandals in case of cold weather
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Plitvice Lakes National Park entrance fee
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transfers from/to Zagreb airport
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local taxes
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guide and assistance
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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
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More
information and reservations on: info(at)val-tours.hr
tel: +385-23-386479 fax: +385-23-386478
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