Waterfalls cascading into turquoise water at Plitvice Lakes, Croatia.
Guests standing by a turquoise lake at Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia.
Plitvice Lakes National Park with cascading waterfalls and lush greenery.
Guests on a boat during Plitvice Lakes Tour, Croatia, enjoying the scenic ride.
Tour guide explaining map to visitors at Plitvice Lakes, Croatia.
Waterfalls cascading over cliffs at Plitvice Lakes, Croatia.
Aerial view of Plitvice Lakes with waterfalls and lush greenery in Croatia.

Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Tour

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Discover Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Tour in Split, Croatia—a guided adventure through this UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its stunning terraced lakes and lush woodlands connected by cascading waterfalls. Your experience begins at Entrance 2 with a group introduction and route overview from your guide before delving into the park's unique karst formations. This tour offers secured ticket reservations and skip-the-line entry, ensuring you make the most of exploring Croatia’s oldest national park.

Enjoy a seamless start with reserved skip-the-line entry to Plitvice Lakes.

Explore iconic lakes and waterfalls with expert insights in your preferred language.

Discover the natural wonders of Croatia’s oldest national park, including scenic train and boat rides through breathtaking landscapes.

Your park entry is secured in advance—just pay for your ticket in cash when you arrive.

Reserved skip-the-line entry tickets (must be paid in cash upon arrival)

Expert English/Spanish/French/Italian-speaking guide (based on option selected)

Panoramic train ride

15-minute boat ride

Transportation to the park

Meals and drinks

Waterfalls cascading into turquoise water at Plitvice Lakes, Croatia.

Waterfalls cascading into turquoise water at Plitvice Lakes, Croatia.

Discover the best of Plitvice Lakes with a multilingual guided tour.

Explore Croatia’s Plitvice Lakes National Park on a guided tour with secured ticket reservations and skip-the-line entry.

Getting started

Meet your guide at Entrance 2, in front of the information office map. After a quick ticket check and group introduction, your guide will outline the day’s route and answer any initial questions before you enter the park.

What to expect

Recognized as Croatia’s oldest and largest national park, Plitvice Lakes is famed for its 16 terraced lakes connected by waterfalls and lush woodlands. The park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, celebrated for its unique karst formations and vibrant turquoise waters.

  • Guided walking tour: Follow a knowledgeable guide who shares insights into the park’s geological history, biodiversity, and conservation efforts.

  • Scenic train and boat rides: Experience the park’s landscape from different perspectives, including a panoramic train journey and a tranquil electric boat ride across the lakes.

  • Waterfall viewpoints: Visit key vantage points for up-close views of cascading waterfalls, including the iconic Veliki Slap, the park’s tallest waterfall.

  • Multilingual guidance: Tours are available in English, Spanish, French, and Italian, ensuring clear explanations and local stories throughout your visit.

  • Reserved entry and skip-the-line: Your park entry is secured in advance, so you can bypass ticket queues and maximize your time exploring.

Guests standing by a turquoise lake at Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia.

Guests standing by a turquoise lake at Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia.

Plitvice Lakes National Park with cascading waterfalls and lush greenery.

Plitvice Lakes National Park with cascading waterfalls and lush greenery.

Guests on a boat during Plitvice Lakes Tour, Croatia, enjoying the scenic ride.

Guests on a boat during Plitvice Lakes Tour, Croatia, enjoying the scenic ride.

What to bring

  • Wear comfortable shoes and clothes.

  • Make sure to carry enough cash for the entry ticket (10–40 EUR per person, depending on the season).

Accessibility

  • This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

What’s not allowed

  • Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage, pets, except for registered service animals, alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are not allowed in the Park.

  • Swimming in the lakes is prohibited.

Additional information

  • Meals and drinks are not included.

  • The meeting point is at Entrance 2, in front of the information office map.

Tour guide explaining map to visitors at Plitvice Lakes, Croatia.

Tour guide explaining map to visitors at Plitvice Lakes, Croatia.

Waterfalls cascading over cliffs at Plitvice Lakes, Croatia.

Waterfalls cascading over cliffs at Plitvice Lakes, Croatia.

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FAQs

You will meet your guide at Entrance 2, located in front of the information office map inside Plitvice Lakes National Park.
The park is known for its terraced lakes connected by waterfalls, lush woodlands, karst formations, and vibrant turquoise waters. It's also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Booking a guided tour ensures you have a reserved skip-the-line entry, allowing for an efficient start and access to knowledgeable insights about Croatia’s oldest national park during your visit.
Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside for security reasons.
Your entry tickets must be paid in cash upon arrival at Plitvice Lakes National Park.
Bring comfortable shoes and clothes suitable for walking, weather-appropriate clothing, and enough cash (10–40 EUR) to pay for your ticket at the entrance. Note that large bags are not permitted inside.
Your secured skip-the-line entry tickets, an expert guided tour (in multiple languages), a panoramic train ride, and a 15-minute boat ride through the park are all included. However, transportation to the park, meals, and drinks are not covered.
You'll enjoy a guided walking tour with insights from your guide, scenic train rides, and boat trips through the park's stunning landscapes.
Pets are generally not permitted except for registered service animals.
The guided tours at Plitvice Lakes National Park are conducted in English, Spanish, French, and Italian.

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