Plitvice Lakes Walking Tour
Plitvice Lakes, Croatia
Why Walk Plitvice Lakes
Plitvice Lakes National Park is Croatia's most visited natural attraction — a system of 16 terraced lakes connected by waterfalls that cascade through a canyon of forested limestone karst. The lakes range in color from azure to green to gray, changing with the mineral content, angle of sunlight, and organisms in the water. Wooden boardwalks wind along the lakes and through the forest, with electric boats and a shuttle connecting the upper and lower sections.
Free Plitvice Lakes Walking Tour with Roamee Pro
Roamee Pro offers a free Plitvice Lakes walking tour with audio narration. Explore Lower Lakes, Upper Lakes, Boardwalks, plus hidden gems like Supljara Cave and Korana River, without booking a group tour.
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Must-See Stops in Plitvice Lakes
- •Lower Lakes — the most dramatic section with the Great Waterfall (Veliki Slap) plunging 78 meters
- •Upper Lakes — a chain of smaller lakes connected by gentle cascades and travertine barriers
- •Boardwalks — wooden walkways built over the water providing intimate views of the falls and lakes
- •Great Waterfall — Croatia's tallest waterfall at 78 meters, at the base of the lower lake system
Hidden Gems in Plitvice Lakes
- •Supljara Cave — a cave behind one of the waterfalls that offers a view through the curtain of water
- •Korana River — the river below the park with a riverside walking trail and traditional water mills
Walking Tip
Buy tickets online in advance with a timed entry — the park limits daily visitors. Allow 4-6 hours for the full circuit. Wear sturdy, waterproof shoes as the boardwalks can be slippery.
Best Time to Visit
May through June and September through October for manageable crowds. Autumn brings spectacular foliage. Spring has the highest water levels and fullest waterfalls.
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