The 13 Best Private National Park Tours in Croatia

1.Private experience of Rastoke and Plitvice Lakes from Zagreb

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 138 reviews · 10 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $205Our pick

Leave Zagreb at 8 a.m. for a private, 10 to 12-hour day with English-speaking guide Karlo or another Bespoke Croatia guide. Visit waterfall-filled Rastoke, sample local cheese in Rakovica, then walk Plitvice’s Upper and Lower Lakes with the included boat and bus rides. Homemade charcuterie, snacks, water, and hotel pickup are included. Park admission costs extra.

“Karlo enabled us to have an exceptional day! He provided us with a detailed history of Croatia and the region on the way to Platvice Lakes from Zagreb. The vehicle and drive were highly professional. The tour itself was super organized and Karlo was able to customize based on our interest and crowd control. We really appreciated the charcuterie from his family’s farm and the chocolate snacks that he provided. He even helped us book dinner reservations at a local, authentic Zagreb restaurant.”

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2.Private Speedboat tour to National Park Kornati Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $205

You’ll spend about eight hours with a private skipper exploring northern Kornati National Park from Zadar. Swim and snorkel in Lojena Bay, visit Mana Island’s fortress, and set the pace for your day. Skipper Ivan is praised for finding quiet places away from the busiest beaches. Telašćica Nature Park is an optional extension.

“Ivan was a great driver / guide and took us to quiet places to hike / swim / snorkel away from the tourist masses. We started early so we got time at the popular beach while it was still quiet. I would recommend this trip.”

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3.Full-Day Private Tour of Plitvice Lakes National Park from Zadar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $240

Travel from Zadar to Plitvice Lakes in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a guide such as Terezija or Marta. You get about four hours in the park, a packed lunch, and a route adapted to your schedule. Cruise passengers can be collected at the port, while hotel and apartment pickup is available in Zadar. Entrance costs extra.

“What a beautiful National Park! Hard to describe the vibrant color of the water unless you see it in person. Terezia was a wonderful guide driving us to and from the park along with guiding us through the park. This is definitely a must see if you have time while in Croatia.”

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4.Private Plitvice Lakes National park tour from Split

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 8 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $421

Leave Split at 7:30 a.m. with a private guide such as Ivan, Andrej, Roko, or Tiho for a full day at Plitvice Lakes. Expect a 2.5 to 3 hour drive each way, about four hours in the park, wooden walkways, waterfalls, ferries, and plenty of steps. Lunch is optional and park admission costs extra.

“What a beautiful area to explore. Good exercise too! Andrea was a wonderful driver and guide. We had just the right amount of time with him and then the last portion of the hike we were on our own and met him to drive back Great conversations in the car about Croatia customs and life.”

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5.Plitvice Lakes National Park: Private Tour from Zadar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 9 hours · from $695 per vehicle (up to 7)

Travel from your Zadar-area accommodation to Plitvice Lakes with a private guide such as Ivan, Fran, Anita, or Sandra. Walk the Upper and Lower Lakes, ride the electric boat across Lake Kozjak, and use the park train. You pay the entrance fee separately, but private pickup, drop-off, and flexible timing make the nine-hour day simple.

“I can't rate this tour high enough! The company was excellent about booking last minute, arranging car seats for young children, etc. The guide (Ivan) was the best!! He was so attentive to our children's needs, safety, etc. One of the best, if not the single best, tour guides I have ever had. I can't rate this high enough. Wonderful time at Plitvice lakes!!”

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6.Private Tour to Plitvice Lakes National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $587 per vehicle (up to 2)

Travel from Split to Plitvice Lakes with an English-speaking guide such as Mario or Petar. Walk the wooden paths around the lower and upper lakes, ride an electric boat and panoramic train, then stop for lunch on the return. The $587 price covers up to two people, but park entry costs extra.

“Mario was an outstanding driver & guide for this wonderful tour. His knowledge, personability & flexibility made our day. Whether history, politics or local knowledge- Mario had it covered. He was very happy to join us on our walk around the lower & upper lakes & then when we were exhausted, he happily drove us on the long drive back to Split. The Plitvice Lakes were a wonder to behold - do not leave Croatia without treating yourself to this unique experience.”

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7.Private Speedboat Tour of Kornati National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7 reviews · 8 hours · from $412 per vehicle (up to 2)

Spend eight hours on a private speedboat from Zadar with an English-speaking skipper. Cruise past the Zadar archipelago to Kornati National Park, stop at Mana fortress, swim and snorkel at Lojena Bay, and ask for secluded coves or a local fish lunch. The boat holds your private group, with fuel and park fees paid separately in cash.

“Ivan was a great and nice skipper. It was a fantastic day with him. Thank you, Ivan :)”

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8.Private tour from Split area: Trogir and Krka National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 8 hours · from $338 per vehicle (up to 8)

Travel from Split County with Karlo, a licensed Croatian guide and driver, to medieval Trogir and Krka National Park. You get about two hours in Trogir and three hours at Krka, with guided visits, free time, air-conditioned transport, and pickup anywhere in Split County. Park and attraction tickets cost extra.

“Carlos our driver and guide was very accommodating. We had a little time before having to arrive for Krka so he took us to another site on the way which was excellent. We didn’t want for anything so no improvements recommended”

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9.Private Krka National Park & Klis Fortress from Split

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 5 reviews · from $1,703 per vehicle (up to 7)

Travel privately from Split to Krka National Park and Klis Fortress with an English-speaking guide and air-conditioned van. Walk the wooden paths around Skradinski Buk, see old water-powered buildings, cruise the Krka River, eat traditional Skradinski risotto, and finish above Split at the former Meereen filming site.

“Beautiful places. Small group. Verry funny guide. He gave us a lot of information about the local history. We had the tour with lunch included. So we had the Skradin risotto in Skradin and traditional bbq. Everyting was verry good. Only one mention: we felt that the time for the Klis Fortress was a little to short but we managed to see everything. Overall an amazing experience!”

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10.Private Day Trip Zagreb-Plitvice Lakes National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 6 hours · from $184

Travel privately from Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes with an English-speaking driver such as Stephon or Kristijan. You get hotel pickup, a comfortable ride, tolls, fuel, and two hours to choose your own park route. The plan is flexible, but entrance tickets, food, and extra time cost more.

“Private car and driver to Plitvice National Park. The driver was exceptional! He had an immaculate car, was a very cautious and courteous driver. I highly recommend Stephon as his English was impeccable and the conversation delightful. I fell in love with this park and as a photographer ended up needing far more time than was originally planned. Stephon Was beyond flexible and agreeable. I strontly recommend this service in particular, my driver. The advantages of having a private car combined with a flexible driver was worth every penny, and made my visit when I should remember for life”

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11.Krka National Park & Waterfalls Private Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $435 per vehicle (up to 8)

Travel privately from Split to Krka National Park with an English-speaking driver, air-conditioned transport, and free Wi-Fi. Your driver takes you to Lozovac, where you buy park admission and enter on your own. You get two hours of free time among Krka’s waterfalls before a private ride back to your chosen destination.

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12.Private tour to Trogir and Krka National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 7 hours · from $141Best value

Travel by air-conditioned SUV from Split, Solin, or Kaštela to Trogir and Krka National Park. Your English-speaking guide and driver, including Mario when available, leads a 1.5-hour Trogir visit and gives you three hours at Krka. Hotel pickup, Wi-Fi, and private touring are included, while park admission is extra.

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13.Private Tour of National Park Plitvice from Dubrovnik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 12 hours · from $942 per vehicle (up to 3)

Travel privately from Dubrovnik to Plitvice Lakes National Park, where 16 lakes connect through cascading waterfalls and travertine barriers. Your English-speaking driver handles the long road trip, while the advanced option adds a professional park guide such as Ivan. Expect a full 12-hour day, beautiful walking trails, and a memorable change from coastal Dalmatia.

“The place is just awesome, cannot explain in words.”

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