Day Trips from Zadar
Zadar is a brilliant base for Dalmatia and its national parks: the Plitvice Lakes and Krka waterfalls, the Kornati and Dugi Otok islands, the moon-like Pag island, the Zrmanja river canyon for kayaking, and the historic city of Šibenik. Most day trips include transport or a scenic boat and an expert guide.
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Day Trips in Zadar — FAQ
What are the best day trips from Zadar?
Top day trips are the Plitvice Lakes and Krka waterfalls, the Kornati and Dugi Otok islands, the unique moon-like Pag island, the Zrmanja river canyon, and the historic city of Šibenik.
Is Zadar a good base for Croatia’s national parks?
Yes — Zadar is ideally placed between the Plitvice Lakes, Krka, the Kornati and Paklenica national parks, making it one of the best bases in Croatia for nature and the islands.
Can you do island and waterfall trips from Zadar?
Absolutely — Zadar offers both island-hopping boat trips to the Kornati and Dugi Otok and land tours to the Plitvice and Krka waterfalls, a perfect mix of sea and nature.