7 National Park Day Trips in Split to Build a Day Around

1.Krka Waterfalls Day Tour with Boat Ride from Split and Trogir

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,134 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $32Our pick

Travel from Split or Trogir to Krka National Park by air-conditioned coach, walk the Skradinski Buk trails, take a short park boat ride, and relax in Skradin. Guides such as Dario, Mate, and Ivanka add history and humor, while free time lets you set your own pace.

“We had a lovely trip to Krka, guided by Mia who is a wonderful and very informed guide. The walk through the park is really easy and beautiful, set on an elevated wooden plank trail, and has gorgeous views no matter the season. There are a wall of stairs to come out of the park to the meeting point at the end, so if you have limited mobility I would keep that in mind. We came in off season, so it was less crowded which was a bonus. Mia was so knowledgeable about not only Krka National park but also Croatia’s history and culture. Not to mention she is very…”

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2.Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Day Tour from Split

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,948 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $78

Leave Split at 7:00 am for a guided visit to Plitvice Lakes National Park. Walk the Upper and Lower Lakes, see waterfalls and canyons, and learn about Croatia from guides such as Mia, Ivanka, Mate, and Bariša. Transport is included, but park entry and lunch cost extra.

“Unreal beauty with the best local guide Ivanka. One of themost beautiful parks I have visited. Every turn is jaw dropping beautiful. Our guide was excellent, history, nature, the park itself. Very helpful and willing to give each person on the tour tips on the best things to do, see and experience while in Croatia. 5 stars”

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3.Self-Guided Plitvice Lakes Day Tour with Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,519 reviews · 12 hours · from $58

Travel from Split to Plitvice Lakes National Park by comfortable bus, then explore its waterfalls and clear lakes at your own pace. Your English-speaking host, often Sanja, Luka, Lovro, or Antonia, explains the route and meeting times. The day includes a boat ride and electric train, but park entry costs extra in cash.

“It was amazing to see the views and the park lived up to the raving reviews about it! So glad we went. Our bus driver was efficient and safe and we enjoyed how the outline of the agenda was. There was enough time to go through the park and we had no issues with the timing of getting through the park. Our guide Luka was fantastic and enthusiastic. We appreciated the history and context that he shared with us. He is a great asset to the company and to sharing the culture of this cool country!”

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4.Krka National Park Day Trip with Boat Ride & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,321 reviews · 8h 30m · from $31Best value

Travel from Split by air-conditioned coach to Krka National Park, walk its wooden trails and see waterfalls, then take a scenic boat to Skradin. Your English-speaking host, such as Tin or Lorena, organizes park tickets and gives clear advice, while you enjoy free time to walk, eat, or swim.

“Wow amazing day trip, for the price is crazy! I’m gutted no one gave the tour guide any tips after the journey, please consider the cost of the excursion and what you get for the price, including your very own tour guide who’s very informative on the coach, trying to keep us entertained but no one was listening except a handful You get plenty of time at the waterfall, there’s an area where you meet up where there’s opportunities to get food snacks and drinks. Your looked after for the whole day and allowed plenty of time on the town that the boat takes you too (we swam on the…”

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5.Split/Trogir: Krka National Park Day Trip with Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 925 reviews · 8 hours - 510 minutes · from $49

Travel from Split or Trogir to Krka National Park with an English-speaking guide such as Dario or Ernest. Walk the Skradinski Buk paths, ride through the river canyon, swim at Skradin, and finish with local wine and optional homemade food.

“It was amazing,funny and informative guide. The roundaway trip was amazing,safe and stunning panorama views. Krka National Park is a great experience for a nature lover. The difficulty of the trip is a Grade Easy,double for all ages.”

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6.Split/Trogir: Krka National Park Day Trip & Boat to Skradin

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 763 reviews · 8 hours - 510 minutes · from $31

Travel from Split or Trogir to Krka National Park with an English-speaking guide, free time by Skradinski Buk, a 30-minute boat ride, and time in Skradin for lunch or swimming. Guides such as Dario, Darijo, Mate, and Rozanna are praised for clear directions, local stories, and good humor.

“Beautiful scenery and our tour guide Mate was very knowledgeable and charismatic! He told us many stories and facts about Croatia and made recommendations for the rest of the trip. A great day out! :)”

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7.From Split & Trogir: Krka Waterfalls Day Tour with Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 728 reviews · 510 - 570 minutes · from $31

Travel from Split or Trogir to Krka National Park with an English-speaking host, then explore Skradinski Buk at your own pace. Walk forest trails, see old watermills, take a 30-minute boat ride to Skradin, and spend free time by the river. Bring cash for the separate park fee.

“Was a lovely day trip even during a heatwave . Our guide Dario was brilliant. He interacted with everyone on the bus (driven by Johnny) finding out where everyone was from. Explained that he would get off the bus to get all the tickets and then when to show them. He also added us to a what’s app group with all the information we needed - brilliant idea.Started off the tour and after Dario reminded everyone the time the boat he was catching to Skradin we all went on our way. We took the boat to Skradin and spent the rest of the time looking around the town and going…”

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