Krka National Park in Croatia
The beautiful waterfalls
Krka National Park, located along the Krka River in southern Croatia, a beautiful park stretches around the Krka River which gives the park its name.
The cascading waterfalls are the most popular and famous landmark in Krka.
The most exciting thing about this park and unlike the rest of the parks and reserves is that swimming is not prohibited.
So, we will learn more about this park and its waterfalls in this simple tourist guide, so follow along with us.
Krka National Park in Croatia is one of the most beautiful parks .
Wildlife in Karka National Park
The park is famous for the presence of many types of animals and plants and the picturesque scenery in the park varies between waterfalls and lakes and walking paths in the green forests.
About 800 species of plant life have been identified in the Karka Park, and around the waters of the Karka River, which is home to a variety of amphibians and reptiles.
Krka National Park in Croatia Tourists can also see many different birds of which there are about 200 species.
Furthermore, there are many tourist places and facilities such as shops, museums and restaurants.
The views of the garden and its enchanting waterfalls
Krka National Park in Croatia waterfalls
Karka Falls are so powerful that they helped power the second oldest hydroelectric power station in the world.
However swimming under the falls is so calm that you can still swim directly under them.
An unforgettable experience is swimming directly under the Karka waterfalls, and swimming in the emerald pools is the perfect way to beat the summer heat.
There are also baths and a cafe nearby, which is why many families enjoy spending the whole day here and taking a walk with a great view of the falls.
Swimming in the quiet pool under the falls is possible
The activities are not limited to the waterfalls
Apart from the waterfalls, there is plenty to explore in the park, including cycle paths and five medieval castles.
Also, one of the fun things to do in Krka National Park is to take a boat to the small island of Vizovac, which was settled by the Franciscan monks in 1445, and which has a monastery, library, and artefacts preserved to this day.
And if time allows, take a boat trip (included with the Krka National Park entrance fee) to see Roski Slab Waterfall,
which consists of 12 separate waterfalls flowing more than 450 meters, including a waterfall that is 60 meters wide and 22 meters high.
You can sail by boat to the small island of Vizovac
The walking path Krka National Park in Croatia
There isn’t much to note when it comes to hiking in Krka National Park, as there is only one trail which is basically a boardwalk.
Passing through a small village, it also passes through the shaded pond and leafy foliage towards the lookout points at Skradinsky Bok.
And the path only takes about an hour and is mostly not rough; However, it is not ideal for wheelchairs or strollers.
Part of the designated walking path
How to book a tour in Krka National Park in Croatia
There are a number of companies throughout Croatia that offer a tour of Krka Falls.
and depart from places such as Sablit, Zadar and Trogir.
You can also experience a more active adventure, such as riding e-bikes through the Krka National Park in Croatia .
