Krka Waterfalls tour from Split: boat cruise and swimming

Waterfalls, a river boat, and a swimming stop on the Dalmatian coast

This full-day tour from Split takes you to Krka National Park for a guided walk around Skradinski buk's cascading waterfalls, a boat cruise along the river, and a two-hour stop in the coastal town of Primošten for swimming or lunch. The tour runs nine hours total, includes park entry at a discounted rate (cash only), air-conditioned transport, and an English-speaking guide; children from age 6 are welcome, and from April through mid-May, the itinerary swaps the beach stop for the historical town of Trogir instead.

Step-by-step itinerary

Krka Waterfalls and Coastal Towns

• Walking tour at Skradinski buk
• Boat tour to Town of Skradin
• Stop in Town of Primošten for swimming and lunch
• Optional wine tasting in Primošten
• Visit historical town of Trogir (April 1 - May 15)

The Experience

The tour leaves Split and heads an hour into Dalmatia to Krka National Park. Once there, you get three hours in the Skradinski buk area—an hour of that is a guided walk with a professional guide who shows you the layout of the waterfalls and the park, and the rest is free time to move at your own pace. The river boat then takes you from Skradinski buk downstream to the town of Skradin, which is where the second half of the day branches off.

Primošten is a small coastal town built on a peninsula, and you'll have two hours there. Most people swim at one of the local beaches; others use the time for lunch at a waterfront restaurant or to browse the narrow streets. Wine tasting is available if you want it, though that's an extra cost. If you're traveling between April and mid-May, when swimming in the park itself is prohibited by the national park authorities, the tour visits the historical town of Trogir instead—a medieval walled settlement with Venetian architecture and a different kind of stop.

Transport is in an air-conditioned vehicle, and the guide speaks English throughout. The park entry ticket is discounted as part of the tour price, though you'll need to pay it in cash at the gate. Insurance is included. Service animals are allowed, and infants can sit on an adult's lap. The whole day is nine hours from pickup to return.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned vehicle and English-speaking guide.
• discounted entry to Krka National Park (paid in cash at the gate).
• river boat cruise from Skradinski buk to Skradin.
• two hours of free time and beach access in Primošten (or Trogir in April–May).
• insurance.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Splitlicious

Is this one for you?Book the 9am departure if you want to maximize daylight at the waterfalls and have a full afternoon in Primošten; the standard time works just as well if you prefer a later start from Split. Children from age 6 can manage the walking and the boat without issue, and the free time at each stop means you set your own pace instead of following a rigid schedule.

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Top questions

What exactly is Skradinski buk and what do you do there?

Skradinski buk is a series of cascading waterfalls and pools in Krka National Park where the river drops in a chain of small falls. You walk through the area with a guide for an hour to see the layout, then you have free time to swim in the pools, sit by the water, or explore the boardwalks on your own.

Can you swim at Primošten, and is there time for lunch?

Yes—Primošten has local beaches where you can swim during the two-hour stop. There are also waterfront restaurants if you want to eat there, or you can bring your own food. Wine tasting is offered as an optional extra.

What happens if I visit in April or May instead of summer?

From April 1 to May 15, swimming inside Krka National Park is prohibited by park authorities, so the tour replaces the Primošten beach stop with a visit to Trogir, a medieval walled town with Venetian architecture and narrow streets to walk through instead.

Is the park entrance fee included in the tour price?

The tour includes a discounted park entry ticket, but you pay it separately in cash at the gate when you arrive. The discount is built into the tour cost, so you're not paying full price.

How long is the drive from Split, and what's included in transport?

The drive to Krka is about an hour from Split. Transport is in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide, and insurance is included in the tour price.

Can children go on this tour?

Children are welcome from age 6. Infants under 6 can come if they sit on an adult's lap. The tour is suitable for all fitness levels.