Plitvice Lakes Active Retreat
Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park – a World Heritage Site boasting 16 lakes, numerous waterfalls and seemingly endless forests which make for unique and unforgettable experiences. During this Plitvice Lakes short holiday you will also cycle through lovely Croatian countryside to the Barac Caves, an example of Croatia’s geological jewels.
Stay with the local families of Korana Village, a small, rustic place hidden away in a valley by the Korana River within Plitvice Lakes National Park. The houses are small, traditional dwellings with simple, clean and comfortable rooms in an idyllic setting. The peaceful atmosphere makes for an ideal base from which we will explore the surrounding area.
This short Plitvice Lakes holiday is the right trip for you if you want to see the best of the area in just three or four days. You can easily combine this break with other Huck Finn 4-day trips in all parts of Croatia.
Check out the short itinerary
| Day | Activities | Place | Lodging | Meals | |
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| Sat | 1 | Arrival | Korana Village | Korana Village | D |
| Sun | 2 | Walking | Plitvice Lakes NP | Korana Village | B, D |
| Mon | 3 | Cycling | Barac Caves | Korana Village | B, D |
| Tue | 4 | Departure | Korana Village | B |
DAY 1 – Arrival
Arrive in Korana Village, located in a picture-perfect riverside setting near Plitvice Lakes National Park. Here we have a unique opportunity to spend a few days with residents in their private guesthouses. After settling into your accommodation, we will meet for dinner and a brief orientation, where we will have the chance to discuss the upcoming holiday and get to know our fellow travelers.
Accommodation: Private guesthouse;
Meals: D.
DAY 2 – Plitvice Lakes National Park Walking
We start our day in Korana Village with a hearty breakfast followed by a short drive to the Park entrance. Spend several hours walking around this exquisite series of 16 turquoise lakes and numerous waterfalls connecting them. Cliffs towering over calm, clear lakes are a sight to behold. Plitvice is worth a visit year-round because it offers a new experience each day the scenery and colors change. We’ll enjoy a picnic lunch in the pure, untouched nature. A panoramic boat and train ride will take us back to the start. Later in the afternoon, we return to Korana Village just in time to enjoy sunbathing by the clear river right in front of your house.
Accommodation: Private guesthouse;
Meals: B, D;
DAY 3 – Cycling in the Plitvice Lakes area
Today is all about exploring the lovely pastoral Croatian countryside by bike. We cycle on nearly traffic-free roads through forests, between hills and across green fields. Cycling through traditional villages, we reach Barac Caves, where we stop for a guided underground tour of the cave’s fascinating limestone formations and its bat colony. We will have time for a picnic lunch and time to relax outdoors. In the afternoon, we bike back to Korana Village in time to enjoy a traditional Croatian evening meal.
Accommodation: Private guesthouse;
Meals: B and D ;
DAY 4 – Departure
Depart from Korana Village or book an optional Zrmanja River kayaking or rafting trip. This trip will be an expedition down the magnificent Wild West-like canyons of the Zrmanja River in Velebit Nature Park. Clear and green waters, rapids and waterfalls, hidden swimming pools and steep-sided canyons will steal your heart and make this excursion an unforgettable experience. You do not need any previous kayaking experience if you can swim. We use open canoes or sit-on-top kayaks for 2 persons with an optional child seat. Rafting boats are used during high water season (usually before May and after September, but the water level can vary a lot in spring and in autumn).
Meals: B.
Note on the itinerary:
This itinerary and the duration of the activities are subject to change due to group abilities and preferences, weather conditions and forecasts, water levels, special events of interest, etc. Huck Finn guides and trip leaders will do their utmost to ensure the best possible experience for their clients without compromising safety at any time. This may mean changing the original itinerary to avoid discomfort or risk, which could be caused by exceptional situations. Huck Finn reserves the right to alter the itinerary without prior notice.
| 2025 | low | high |
|---|---|---|
| double | 440 € | 480 € |
| child | 396 € | 432 € |
| single | 528 € | 576 € |
All prices are per person.
Child discount valid for children aged 12 and under at the time of travel.
Seasons 2025
Low: May 4 – 31; September 1 – October 5
High: June 1 – August 31
| Departure dates 2025 – Saturdays | |||||
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| May | 3 | 10 | 17 | 24 | 31 |
| June | 7 | 14 | 21 | 28 | – |
| July | 5 | 12 | 19 | 26 | – |
| August | 2 | 9 | 16 | 23 | 30 |
| September | 6 | 13 | 20 | 27 | – |
Other dates on request.
Closest airport: Zagreb or Zadar.
An optional trip is not included in the price and can be booked and paid for on the spot. It is dependent on suitable weather conditions.
Maximum number of participants: 16 guests per group. Larger groups upon request.
Minimum age: 8 years if accompanied by parent(s).
Child discount: valid for children under 12 years of age if accompanied by an adult. One child enjoying a discount shares a parent’s room; two or more children can have their own room.
Single-use rooms are available upon request with a 20% surcharge. Sharing a twin room with another person is possible in case there are other guests interested in sharing.
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DeparturePlitvice Lakes
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Departure Time10 am
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Return Time12 pm
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Included3 nights accommodation in rustic houses (sometimes two rooms share one bathroom)meals as per itinerary (3 breakfasts, 3 dinners)activities and use of equipment (bicycles, helmets)Plitvice Lakes National Park entrance feeEnglish speaking tour leader and assistancelocal transfersSaturday arrival transfer from Zagreb (free of charge)local taxes and permitsinsurance
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Not Includedairfaredrinks and meals not indicated in the itineraryTuesday departure transfer from Korana Villagetips and other personal expensesoptional trips
