Plitvice Lakes National Park: Admission & Boat Rides
Walking Through 16 Lakes & Waterfalls in One Day
You get entry to all 16 lakes, shuttle buses between zones, and an electric boat crossing included in your admission. Walk the boardwalks at your own pace, take breaks on the ferries, and see Veliki Slap and the Upper Lakes in one day without arranging transport separately. Arrive within 55 minutes of your booked time and expect four to eight hours depending on your route.
1h–5h
Step-by-step itinerary
Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park
- Visit Sastavci area
- See Veliki Slap waterfall
- Walk around The Lower Lakes
- Explore Mali Buk waterfall
- Visit Gradinsko Lake
- Stop at Josipa Jovica 19
- Enjoy Kozjak Lake
- See Galovac Lake
- Walk The Upper Lakes
- Visit Veliki Prstavac
- See Slapovi Milke Trnine waterfalls
- Explore Burgeti Lakes
- Visit Lake Milino
- See Ciginovac Lake
- Visit Okrugljak Lake
- Explore Proscansko Lake
- See Milanovac Lake
- Visit Batinovac Lake
- Walk around Malo Lake
- See Lake Vir
- Visit Gavanovac Lake
- Explore Kaluderovac Lake
- See Novakovica Brod Lake
- Visit Milanovacki Slap waterfall
- See Veliko Lake
- Visit Batinovac Waterfall
- See Great Cascades
- View Memorial plaque to Gustav Janecek
- Visit Josipa Jovica 19 again
- See Memorial plaque to Ivo Pevalek
- Visit Ciganovac Waterfall
- See Labudovacki slap waterfall
- Visit Pevalekovi Slapovi waterfalls
- See Kozjacki Slapovi waterfalls
The Experience
You're driving or walking into Plitvice Lakes National Park in central Croatia, and the moment you pass through either Entrance 1 or Entrance 2, the landscape shifts. The park spreads across two main zones — the Lower Lakes and the Upper Lakes — connected by shuttle buses and an electric boat that glides silently across the water. The whole thing is built around a network of wooden boardwalks and trails that wind between turquoise pools, each one separated from the next by natural travertine barriers that have taken millions of years to form. You don't need a guide here; the paths are marked, and the water does most of the talking.
Your ticket gets you access to both the shuttle buses and the ferry boat rides included in your admission. The Lower Lakes are where most people start — Sastavci, Mali Buk, and Gradinsko Lake come first, then you work your way down to Veliki Slap, the park's most famous waterfall. The Upper Lakes are quieter, with names like Proscansko, Milanovac, and Kozjak scattered across higher elevation. You can walk the trails at your own pace, hop on a bus when your legs need a break, or take the boat across Kozjak Lake if you want to skip a section. The whole park takes between four and eight hours depending on how many stops you make and which trails you choose. Dogs are allowed on a lead, and strollers work on most paths, though you'll want moderate fitness — there's elevation change, and some sections are steep.
Arrive no later than 55 minutes after your booked entrance time; if you book 10am, you need to exchange your voucher and get through the gate by 10:55. The park stays open year-round, but from November through April, weather can close individual trails or shut down shuttle vehicles without notice — check the entrance board when you arrive. Parking isn't free; all car parks charge for the day, though smaller free lots exist in remote areas if you're willing to walk further to reach the gates. Student discounts don't apply to this ticket, and if you have a disability rating over 50%, bring your ID for free entry.
What’s included
- Your admission includes entry to Plitvice Lakes National Park, shuttle bus rides between the Lower and Upper Lakes zones, and an electric boat crossing on Kozjak Lake.
- You'll visit attractions including Sastavci, Veliki Slap, Mali Buk, Gradinsko Lake, and the Upper Lakes system with its waterfalls and interconnected pools.
- The booking fee per person is included in your ticket price.
Operated by Gulliver Travel
Is this one for you?Right for anyone who wants to see the park's main lakes and waterfalls in one day without arranging shuttle transport or boat rides separately — the included buses and ferry mean you can walk at your own pace and rest when you need to, which is what makes covering both zones possible in a single visit.
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Top questions
Do I need a guide to walk Plitvice Lakes?
No. The trails are marked, and the park is self-guided. Shuttle buses and the electric boat are included to help you move between zones.
How long does it take to see the whole park?
Four to eight hours, depending on which trails you walk and how many stops you make. Most people spend five to six hours.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, on a lead only. Dogs are also allowed on the shuttle buses and ferry boats within the park.
What if I arrive late?
You must arrive no later than 55 minutes after your booked entrance time. If you book 10am, exchange your voucher by 10:55am or you may not be admitted.
Are trails closed in winter?
Some trails and lakes may close from November to April due to weather. Check the entrance board for daily closures when you arrive.
Is parking free?
No. All car parks in and around the park charge a fee. Smaller free lots exist in remote areas but require a longer walk to reach the entrances.
Can I use a stroller?
Yes. Most paths accommodate strollers, though some sections have elevation change and steep areas.
Do student discounts apply?
No. Student discounts are not available with this ticket purchase.
Plitvice Lakes National Park: Admission & Boat Rides
1h–5h
from US$ 15.01 per person
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