Top Zadar Nature Parks

Enjoy an independent way of exploring the UNESCO-listed Plitvice Lakes National Park on this hands-off tour. Meet your coach in central Zadar, or at your local accommodation, and set off in the morning. You’ll head directly to Plitvice Lakes National Park: famed for its turquoise-hued pools, wooden walkways, and many waterfalls. Upon arrival, purchase your ticket and set off on an independent exploration of the park. If exploring solo isn't your thing, upgrade to a guided tour.

Immerse yourself in Croatian nature with this fun and easy kayak safari on the Zrmanja and Krupa rivers, enjoying pure spring water and magnificent waterfalls. Marvel at Dalmatian landscapes and tackle class II and III rapids—challenging but safe enough for beginners. For a stress-free day, upgrade to include transfers from your Zadar hotel.

The islands, sights, and bays of the Kornati National Park are an easy boat trip from Zadar. With this small-group cruise, swap the crowds and standardized sights-and-stops of larger boat tours for a more relaxed day of discovery on the water. Flit around the islands aboard a skippered motorboat: stopping to snorkel, go ashore, and eat at a taverna on route. Breakfast, lunch, and refreshments make everything complete and convenient.

This sightseeing excursion in Kornati National Park offers visitors to Zadar a day to spend in the pristine waters of the Adriatic Sea. With the use of snorkeling equipment and breakfast on board the vessel plus a restaurant lunch, everything is taken care of. All you need to do is bring your own swimsuit, towel, and shoes, and watch the isles of the Dalmatian coast glide by.

Explore the beautiful Zadar Archipelago on a small-group, half-day tour (with a maximum of 12 travelers). Enjoy a relaxed, personalized experience led by a local skipper, and escape the crowds with a unique route. Explore remote islands, turquoise lagoons, and hidden gems like a sunken ship (a great snorkeling spot), the famous sandy Sakarun Lagoon, and a military bunker. Enjoy a mix of cruising, swimming, snorkeling, and beach bar lounging, with all essentials included—bottled water, snorkeling gear, water toys, windproof jackets, and safety equipment—so there's no need to pack a thing.

Discover Zadar in a way that few people get to, with a virtual reality walking tour. You'll visit eight of the city's must-see spots, using the virtual reality headsets to get a better grasp of how the city looked millennia ago. An assistant will be at your disposal throughout the experience, and you'll have an audio guide with information in seven languages to round out your tour.