Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour 2025
Skip-the-line access | Guided walking tour & boat ride | Reserve now & pay later
About Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour
Explore the Plitvice Lakes, the biggest National Park in Croatia. Enjoy the company of an expert local guide and skip the lines to start enjoying the great outdoors as soon as possible. Take an electric boat and a panoramic train ride and take in views of the breathtaking waterfalls and lakes.
This tour is perfect for those looking to spend a relaxing day in nature. You can find many lakes here, surrounded by forests and meadows and connected by waterfalls created by geological processes and living organisms.
The route you will take is circular and takes you to areas from all parts of the Park. Besides walking, you will also take an electric boat ride and on the way back, you will take the panoramic train and admire many waterfalls.
Plitvice Lakes is the oldest and largest national park in Croatia. Even though this UNESCO World Heritage site has the word "lake" in it, the Park's bodies of water take up even less than 1% of the Park's surface.
This is not a survival show and we don't want you to get lost in a forest. You will have an expert local guide with you at all times. They will help you move around and answer any questions you may have.
You won't have to wait in line at the entrance, which means more time spent surrounded by the Park's beautiful nature.
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Beautiful nature & friendly guide
We chose the 8-hour tour, packed lunch, and some snacks, and this turned out to be the perfect family day to spend outdoors. Our guide was friendly and took it easy when we were a bit tired. Overall, it was a great experience! It would also be cool to visit in winter and see the waterfalls when they're frozen.
Convenient skip-the-line access
I'm a nature and hiking enthusiast and have been wanting to visit Plitvice Lakes for a while. It was incredibly beautiful, especially the Upper Lakes area. I loved the boat ride and the train. It was so peaceful looking out at all of the waterfalls and trees! Skip the line entry was also great, it saved me a lot of time!
DESCRIPTION
Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour
- Plitvice Lakes walking tour
- Skip-the-line Plitvice tickets
- Boat ride
- Panoramic train ride
- Expert local guide
- Insurance
- English
KARST LANDSCAPE
The Park is part of the Dinarides karst region, one of the most impressive in the world. The Upper Lakes are bigger and their shorelines gently slope. One of the biggest ones is the Kozjak Lake. The Lower Lakes, on the other hand, are found in a narrow canyon with steep banks. The Park is known for the cascading lakes that form because of natural dams. It's not only geological and chemical processes that lead to this, but also live organisms!
SUNKEN WATERFALL
One really cool example of this formation of natural dams between the lakes is the Kozjak Lake. It used to be divided into two lakes about 400 years ago, with a 40-meter-high waterfall. Because one of the dams grew very fast, the water rose and fully covered the waterfall, joining the two lakes into one massive lake! You can see the submerged barrier from the electric boat on a sunny day.
SCULPTED BY MICROORGANISMS
The natural dams and rock formations don't occur only due to chemical and geological processes but also due to blue-green algae, bacteria and other organisms. They make up a lively community that lives on rocks, even underwater, and are the artists who sculpt the beautiful and ever-changing landscape.
DIVERSE FAUNA
Many animals live in this area. There are more than 300 species of butterflies and more than 100 species of birds. When walking around, you can hear woodpeckers in the distance and there are also a lot of owls. The most known animals, though, are the Eurasian lynx, the gray wolf and the largest European animal, the brown bear. They are all endangered and protected species. Don't worry, the bears like to be on their own, away from people.
FREE CANCELLATION UP TO 24H IN ADVANCE!
Receive a complete refund if you cancel your booking 24 hours before the selected date!
Interesting facts about Plitvice Lakes National Park
ANCIENT LAKES
Experts believe the lake system was formed about 12,000 to 15,000 years ago!
FROZEN WATERFALL
If the temperature drops low enough in winter, the Great Waterfall freezes, which makes for an unforgettable sight.
PLANTS LOVE IT HERE
About 30% of all Croatian plant species are found in Plitvice Lakes National Park! More than 1,400 species and subspecies have been found until now. People created the grassland areas in the Park a long time ago so they could feed livestock and grow food, which led to an increased biodiversity. For example, there are more than 60 species and subspecies of just orchids!
UNDERGROUND WORLD
So far, more than 100 caves and pits have been recorded. Their total length measures about 1600 meters and their total depth is about 2200 meters.
Good to know before you go
- You can cancel this activity and get a full refund. Just remember to cancel no later than 24 hours in advance.
- Shorter and longer tour options are available. Choose between 3, 6, and 8 hours to explore Plitvice Lakes National Park's beautiful nature.
- You can visit the Upper or Lower Lakes or both. Choose the option you prefer at checkout.
- For a fully customized experience, upgrade to a Plitvice Private Tour and explore at your own pace with your own private guide.
- Children under 7 years of age and people with a disability rate of over 50%, with a disability card, can get in for free.
- Show your student ID from any university in the world at checkout for a discounted ticket.
- Remember to wear comfortable shoes, warm clothes, and rain gear if needed. Due to the terrain, baby strollers are not allowed.
- The tour is circular and includes a combination of walks, electric boat rides and a return to the starting point on a panoramic train.
- You will have a local guide accompanying you. You can ask them whatever sparks your curiosity.
Meeting Point
Meet your guide at Entrance 1 of Plitvice Lakes National Park.
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FAQ – Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour
What is the best time to go on a Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour?
The best time to visit Plitvice Lakes is early in the morning to avoid crowds. Choose the earliest tour option and arrive a few minutes before the Park opens. Since you already have your Plitvice Lakes ticket included, you’ll be among the first to enter and enjoy the beauty of nature in peace.Can I leave my luggage at Plitvice Lakes National Park?
You can leave your luggage free of charge at designated areas at Entrances 1 and 2 and the Flora auxiliary entrance. You can ask the employees at the entrance for help.Can I swim in Plitvice Lakes?
Swimming in Plitvice Lakes is strictly prohibited.Are pets allowed in Plitvice Lakes National Park?
Pets are allowed, but they must be on a leash so they don't disturb or harm other visitors.Is the Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour the best tour I can find?
This is a great and affordable option because the tours include an expert local guide and skip-the-line access. If you’d also like transportation included with your guided tour, we offer day trips in air-conditioned vehicles. You can choose from our range of Plitvice Tours. Some of the most popular are the Zagreb to Plitvice tour, which also visits Rastoke, and the Zadar to Plitvice tour, which includes a guided walk through Zadar Old Town after returning from the park.Don’t Wait! Book Now!
- Reserve now & pay later
- Free cancellation
- Expert tour guide
- Skip the line access
- Easy booking process
- Best value for your money!