As well as beautiful islands and beaches, Croatia is home to a number of magnificent National Parks – they have to be seen to be believed! If you plan on visiting Croatia, make sure you add at least one of these 3 BEST National Parks in Croatia! (But definitely would recommend doing all 3!)
The National Parks in Croatia have an effect on all your senses! As you breathe in, you’ll draw in an abundance of fresh, crisp mountain air. You’ll hear the crunch of leaves underfoot, coupled with the sound of waterfalls in the distance. Birds will be chirping and you’ll be relaxed without a care in the world.
Welcome to Croatia’s National Parks!
First let’s make sure you have everything you need for your trip away-
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How to get to the National Parks in Croatia
Zadar is one of my favourite cities in Croatia and is a perfect base for exploring the region such as visiting Krka Waterfalls, Kornati Islands and Plitvice Lakes. My recommendation would be to arrange a few nights stay in Zadar. From this beautiful little town you are central to all 3 of Croatia’s National Parks mentioned in this guide.
One of the easiest ways is to rent a car and drive yourself so you can choose how long you want to stay at each national park. Another option is to arrange day tours like we did to get to the Kornati Islands or Plitvice Lakes and Krka if you prefer not to hire a car.
Pltivice Lakes National Park
Visiting Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia was one of the best decisions I ever made! This beautiful UNESCO Heritage National Park is made up of 16 lakes that are connected by a series of waterfalls and is one of Croatia’s most popular tourist destinations. Get ready to take amazing photos of incredible, crystal clear, blue-green water!
For more details on visiting Plitvice Lakes click the following link: Why You Need to Visit Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia [2024 Update]
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Kornati Islands National Park
An excursion to the Kornati Islands in Croatia is a definite must! The only way to see this amazing nautical paradise is by boat and your day will consist of sightseeing dazzling blue, crystal clear waters against the raw beauty of the many large and small islets. The Kornati Islands is an archipelago that consists of 140 islands and 89 of these islands and islets belong to the Kornati National Park. Be prepared to be charmed with the remote “desert island” feel!
For more details on visiting Kornati Islands click the following link: The Complete Guide to the Kornati Islands- Croatia’s Nautical Paradise
Krka National Park
If you love waterfalls, then visiting the Krka Waterfalls in Croatia is a fantastic place to visit. These amazing waterfalls pouring into pools of crystal blue green water makes visiting Krka National Park just one of the many amazing destinations in Croatia. Visiting Krka National Park in Croatia is a little slice of waterfall heaven. Having previously travelled to Plitvice Lakes National Park I knew Croatia did waterfalls well. And with more than just waterfalls, you’ll have the opportunity to see travertines, ruins, caves and even get to enjoy a riverboat tour.
For more details on visiting Krka Waterfalls click the following link: The Complete Guide to Visiting Krka National Park in Croatia
If you are interested in staying in Zadar during your visit to the 3 BEST National Parks in Croatia then make sure you also check out 6 Amazing Things to Do in Zadar, Croatia
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