Are your guides licensed?

Yes. Every guide on our team holds an official Croatian Ministry of Tourism guide licence. We list each guide's name and licence number on the team page.

How small are the groups?

Group tours are capped at 10–15 guests depending on the experience. The Game of Thrones walk is capped at 10; Diocletian's Palace at 15; sunset tour at 12.

Can I book a private tour?

Yes. All public tours are available as private bookings for couples, families, or private groups. Private rates are tiered by group size - check the booking widget on each tour page.

What languages are the tours in?

All public tours are conducted in English. Private tours can be arranged in Croatian, German, or Italian on request.

Walking tours meet at the Gregory of Nin statue at the north entrance to Diocletian's Palace. Cruise excursions meet at the Split cruise terminal passenger exit. Day trips and sunset tours include Riva pickup - exact point confirmed on your voucher.

What is the cancellation policy?

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the tour starts when you book directly through this site. The exact terms are shown in the booking widget before payment.

How do you get from Split to Krka National Park?

The drive from Split to Krka National Park takes about 90 minutes (approximately 90 km via the A1 motorway). On our day trip, an air-conditioned vehicle picks you up in Split and brings you back the same evening — no buses, no transfers, no driving yourself.

How long is the day trip from Split to Krka?

The full Krka day trip from Split lasts approximately 9 hours door-to-door, with about 4 hours of free time inside Krka National Park to walk the Skradinski Buk waterfalls trail and take the boat cruise on the Krka River.

Is the Krka National Park entry fee included?

Park entry fees are not included and vary by season (approximately €20-40 EUR per adult, paid in cash at the park entrance). Transport from Split, the licensed local guide, and the Krka River boat cruise are all included.

Can I swim at Krka waterfalls?

Swimming at Skradinski Buk waterfalls is currently prohibited by park regulations. However, swimming is available in the river at Skradin, the small town next to the park entrance, during your free time on the tour.

Is there a boat cruise on the Krka tour from Split?

Yes. A boat cruise along the Krka River canyon is included in the Krka day tour from Split. The cruise lets you see the park from the water, with views of the canyon walls and the Skradinski Buk waterfalls from below.

Is the Krka day trip from Split suitable for children?

Yes. The park walks are family-friendly and the boat cruise is enjoyable for all ages. Strollers are allowed on the main waterfalls trail (wooden boardwalks).

Is there food at Krka National Park and in Skradin?

Yes. The park has cafés and food stalls, and Skradin has several good restaurants. You're also welcome to bring your own food and drinks.

Is the tour conducted in English?

Yes. All tours are guided in English by licensed local guides based in Split.

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Krka Waterfalls Day Trip from Split: National Park Tour & Boat Cruise

5.0· 1 reviews

· Last updated 3 May 2026

A full day from Split to Krka National Park, hike to the waterfalls and cruise the river canyon. Afterwards, enjoy the free time and swimming in small town nearby.

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About this tour

Krka National Park sits 90 minutes from Split and contains one of Croatia's most dramatic natural spectacles: the Skradinski Buk waterfalls, a series of sixteen cascades dropping 45 meters through lush green travertine formations - a landscape that feels sculpted by hand rather than geological time.

The day starts early with a comfortable drive through Dalmatia's interior, arriving at the park for free exploration of the well-maintained trails. Walk through wetlands, bird habitats, and forests before arriving at Skradinski Buk - one of the most photographed natural sites in Croatia.

A one-way boat cruise takes you down the Krka River canyon to the historic town of Skradin, where 2 hours of free time lets you swim, eat, explore the medieval fortress, or simply sit by the water. The town itself is one of Dalmatia's underrated gems - small, peaceful, and completely authentic.

Return to Split via scenic Dalmatian villages as the afternoon light softens. This tour covers everything Krka has to offer in one organized, relaxed day.

Meet your guide

Marko Žunić

Lead Guide & Founder

11 years guiding
English · Croatian · Italian

Tour highlights

Skradinski Buk - Croatia's most famous waterfalls
Boat cruise down the scenic Krka River canyon
2 hours free time in Skradin - swim, eat, explore
Air-conditioned bus
Full day from Split with relaxed pace

Route & itinerary

Departure from Split

~90 minutes

Early morning pick-up from the meeting point. Comfortable drive through the Dalmatian hinterland.

Krka National Park

2-3 hours

Walk the well-maintained park trails at your own pace. Visit Skradinski Buk waterfalls, bird hides, restored stone mills, and riverside wetlands. Park entry fee payable directly in EUR cash.

Boat Cruise to Skradin

30 minutes

One-way boat cruise down the Krka River canyon - a scenic 30-minute ride through dramatic gorge scenery.

Free Time in Skradin

2 hours

Swim in the river, explore the old town and medieval Šubićevac Fortress, eat at a local restaurant, or relax by the water.

Return to Split

~90 minutes

Drive back through scenic Dalmatian villages and coastal road.

Tour map

Map shows tour area. Exact route may vary.

Getting from Split to Krka

Krka National Park sits roughly 90 minutes north of Split. This day tour handles the transport, timing, and park logistics so you don't spend the morning working out bus schedules or parking.

1
Pick-up in central Split around 08:00 — the exact point is confirmed on your voucher the day before.
2
Air-conditioned coach up the coastal highway — about 90 minutes each way with a short comfort stop if needed.
3
Arrival at Krka National Park with a full morning to walk the trails and see Skradinski Buk.
4
One-way river boat cruise included — 30 minutes down the canyon from the waterfalls to the town of Skradin.
5
Two hours of free time in Skradin for swimming, a long lunch, or climbing up to the old fortress.
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Return drive to Split in the late afternoon — expect to be back between 16:30 and 17:30.

The park entry fee is paid at the gate in EUR cash and is not included in the tour price. Rates move with the season (roughly €20–40 per adult in peak summer, less in shoulder season). Cheaper and more flexible than figuring out the bus from Split to Krka on your own.

What's included

Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Driver and licensed tour guide
River boat cruise on Krka river
Free time in Krka National Park
Free time in Skradin

Not included

Krka National Park entry fee (to be paid directly in EUR cash)

What to bring

A bottle of water

Meeting point & departure

Meeting point

Exact pick-up point confirmed at vaucher

Please arrive 5 minutes early.
Group departures are fixed and cannot be delayed.

Accessibility & notes

Park entry fee must be paid in EUR cash directly at the entrance

What guests say

5.0(1)

“The Krka day was relaxed and well-paced. The boat ride to Skradin was the highlight — beautiful water, friendly guide, plenty of free time to swim and eat lunch.”

Olivia P.

United Kingdom · Aug 2025

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