This multi activity adventure holiday will take you along the Mreznica River, through Plitvice Lakes National Park and to the Krk Island on the Adriatic coast. You will explore this unique area on foot, by bike, on a Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) and from a kayak. Our guides will seize every opportunity to steer you away from the busy everyday life ensuring a truly memorable experience which you will cherish for many years to come. The Mreznica is considered one of Croatia’s cleanest rivers, with plenty of great places for swimming, canoeing, stand up paddle boarding, kayaking and rafting. The river is 64 km long, and is special for its 93 waterfalls and pools of warm water between them, perfect for refreshment away from beach crowds. Clear green water, unspoiled woods and magical landscapes make it one of Croatia’s most desirable continental retreats.
The accommodation is a friendly, family-run, 3* hotel on the bank of the Mreznica River, approximately one hour drive from Zagreb airport. The restaurant overlooks an old mill close to a small waterfall and serves freshly caught fish, as well as home-grown vegetables. Barbecues are also a speciality of the house. All rooms are equipped with en suite bathrooms, TV, mini bar, telephone, air conditioning and have Internet access.
Day | Activities | Place | Lodging | Meals | |
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Sat | 1 | Arrival, relaxing, swimming | Zvecaj | Zvecaj Hotel | D |
Sun | 2 | Kayaking, SUP | Mreznica River | Zvecaj Hotel | B |
Mon | 3 | Walking | Plitvice Lakes NP | Zvecaj Hotel | BD |
Tue | 4 | Cycling | Mreznica Area | Zvecaj Hotel | B |
Wed | 5 | Optional trip day | Zvecaj | Zvecaj Hotel | BD |
Thu | 6 | Sea Kayaking | Krk Island | Zvecaj Hotel | B |
Fri | 7 | Kayaking | Mreznica River canyon | Zvecaj Hotel | BD |
Sat | 8 | Departure | Zvecaj | B |
Arrival
Accommodation: 3*** hotel; Meals: D; Drive: 1h30min from the airport.
Kayaking and SUP on the Mreznica River
Accommodation: 3*** hotel; Meals: B (picnic lunch and dinner on your own); Activity: Kayaking, 2-3 hours, class I-II; Stand up paddle boarding (SUP), 2 hours, easy/moderate.
Walking in Plitvice Lakes National Park
Accommodation: 3*** hotel; Meals: B and D (picnic lunch on your own); Activity: Walking, 4-5 hours, easy; Drive: 1 hour 45 minutes each way.
Cycling in the Mreznica Area
Accommodation: 3*** hotel; Meals: B (picnic lunch and dinner on your own); Activity: Cycling, 3 hours, easy/moderate (rolling hills).
Optional Trip Day
Accommodation: 3*** hotel; Meals: B and D (picnic lunch on your own); Drive: maximum 2h each way.
Sea Kayaking Krk Island
On this day we continue towards the Adriatic coast where we will visit Krk – the biggest island in the Adriatic also known as the Golden Island. We will paddle and take a swim along the coast and around the isle of St. Mark and continue under the impressive Krk’s arch bridge, connecting Krk and Croatia’s mainland.
Afterwards, we will visit city of Krk – one of the oldest cities in the Adriatic which was already mentioned by the blind Greek Homer in his famous poem under the name of Koureto. The city is dominated by the Frankopan family castle and the cathedral complex famous for its variety of styles. The city of Krk today is the administrative, political, economic and religious center of the island of Krk. After an amazing day on the coast, we will return to our base in Zvecaj village for the dinner.
Accommodation: 3*** hotel; Meals: B (picnic lunch and dinner on your own); Activity: Sea Kayaking, 2-3 hours, easy/moderate; Drive: 1.5 hours each way.
Kayaking in the Mreznica River Canyon
Accommodation: 3*** hotel; Meals: B and D (picnic lunch on your own); Activity: Kayaking, 4 – 5 hours, class II-III, moderate; Drive: 45 min each way. Please note that in case of very low water levels the trip can only be done downstream – in that case the duration of kayaking is 2-3 hours. In case of high water levels we use rafting boats (2 hours of rafting).
Departure
Meals: B; Drive: 1h30min to the airport.
8-day | 5-day | |||
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low | high | low | high | |
adult | 750 € | 880 € | 620 € | 690 € |
child | 675 € | 792 € | 558 € | 621 € |
single | 900 € | 1056 € | 744 € | 828 € |
All prices are per person.
Child discount valid for children aged 12 and under at time of travel.
Seasons 2023
Low: May 6 – June 2; September 2 – 30
High: June 3– September 1
Departure dates 2023 - Saturdays | |||||
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May | 6 | 13 | 20 | 27 | |
June | 3 | 10 | 17 | 24 | |
July | 1 | 8 | 15 | 22 | 29 |
August | 5 | 12 | 19 | 26 | |
September | 2 | 9 | 16 | 23 | 30 |
Other dates on request.
Price includes:
- 7 nights accommodation (3*** hotel, en suite bathroom)
- 7 breakfasts, 4 dinners
- use of bicycles, kayaks, canoes, rafts, SUP, paddles, life jackets, helmets
- 5 days of organized activities
- use of neoprene shorts and booties or sandals in case of cold weather
- Plitvice Lakes National Park entrance fee
- local taxes
- Saturday transfers from/to airport or meeting point in Zagreb
- ground transportation (private transport throughout)
- skilled English speaking guide and assistance
- insurance
Not included:
- airfare
- drinks and meals not indicated in the itinerary
- tips or other personal expenses
- optional trips
Arrival and departure airport: Zagreb (Rijeka airport on request)
Arrival and departure transfers: Several group transfers will be organized throughout the day depending on group arrival times from Zagreb meeting point and Zagreb airport. Waiting time may up take up to 3 hours. Arrivals after 6 pm may be subject to surcharge of 30 euros per person.
Optional trips are not included in the price and can be booked on the spot. Optional trips cost approximately 40 – 70 € per person, payable on site, and are dependable on suitable weather conditions. The price is based on a minimum of 4 participants.
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 of 12 years of age if accompanied by an adult. One child enjoying discount shares parents’ 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. Optional trips are not included in price and can be booked and paid on spot. Optional trips cost approximately 40 – 70 € per person and are dependent on suitable weather conditions. The price is based on a minimum of 4 participants.
