Guided Tours

Plitvice Lakes National Park Guided Tour

Guests standing by a turquoise lake at Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia.

Plitvice Lakes National Park with cascading waterfalls and lush greenery.

Guests on a boat during Plitvice Lakes Tour, Croatia, enjoying the scenic ride.

Tour guide explaining map to visitors at Plitvice Lakes, Croatia.

Duration

3 hrs 30 mins

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Guided tour

4.4/5(154)

Elena I

Couple

Verified booking

3 days ago

Visiting Plitvice Lakes National Park was an unforgettable experience. The scenery was absolutely wonderful—a true natural wonder with breathtaking lakes, waterfalls, and beautiful walking trails. Everything exceeded our expectations. Our guide, Dalibor, was pleasant, friendly, and knowledgeable throughout the tour. He shared many interesting facts about the park, its history, and its unique ecosystem, which made the visit even more enjoyable and informative. His enthusiasm and professionalism helped create a great experience for our group. We highly recommend both the park and Dalibor as a guide. It was a fantastic day and one of the highlights of our trip to Croatia. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Marina Q

Group

Verified booking

4 days ago

L esperienza è stata molto molto bella, luoghi naturalistici di rara bellezza. Gli interventi dell uomo cercano di rispettare il più possibile la natura e questo ci piace molto La nostra guida è stata competente e disponibile con tutti . Se potremo, ripeteremo l esperienza e la promuoveremo senza altro.

Anabela S

Group

Verified booking

2 days ago

Gostei de todo o parque no geral, as cascatas, os lagos, a história da princesa Milka. A limpeza de todo o espaço. Foi um passeio inesquecível. O guia Christian foi sempre muito simpático e atencioso..

Paola C

Group

Verified booking

4 days ago

Giornata fantastica!!! Il parco, la nostra guida "il gentilissimo Dalibor", il giro in battello, tutto bellissimo e organizzato molto molto bene. Dalibor ci ha fatto apprezzare fauna e flora di Plitvice è stato anche un bravissimo fotografo, grazie a lui avremo splendidi ricordi di questa giornata!

Mark P

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

Our guide Dalibor was good at communication - WhatsApped us well before the due time to make contact and guided us to meet him clearly. The initial outline was really clear and he took time to answer our detailed questions about geology and plants, and to take photos for us. He was very knowledgeable and his intimate connection and love of the park was very clear. We were very impressed with his knowledge and skill in guiding us. It was a pleasure to be shown round the park by him. We would strongly recommend Dalibor. One lack of clarity from the website was that it was not clear that park entry tickets needed to be bought in addition to the guiding package. Practically, because we were on an early trip we just bought them at the gate, but it could be a problem when it gets busier.

Kim P

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

I want to take this opportunity to tell you just how good Samantha was. She is an absolute asset to your organisation. She is very knowledgeable about Croatia and the Plitvice Lakes. Her knowledge is very wide. She is a very friendly and very helpful person and my wife and I really enjoyed our tour. Thank you Samantha. Kim and Floretta Parker

Enjoy a seamless start with reserved skip-the-line entry to Plitvice Lakes.

Explore iconic lakes and waterfalls with expert insights in your preferred language.

Discover the natural wonders of Croatia’s oldest national park, including scenic train and boat rides through breathtaking landscapes.

Your park entry is secured in advance—just pay for your ticket in cash when you arrive.

Reserved skip-the-line entry tickets (must be paid in cash upon arrival)

Expert English/Spanish/French/Italian-speaking guide (based on option selected)

Panoramic train ride

15-minute boat ride

Transportation to the park

Meals and drinks

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Elena I
Couple
Verified booking
3 days ago
Visiting Plitvice Lakes National Park was an unforgettable experience. The scenery was absolutely wonderful—a true natural wonder with breathtaking lakes, waterfalls, and beautiful walking trails. Everything exceeded our expectations. Our guide, Dalibor, was pleasant, friendly, and knowledgeable throughout the tour. He shared many interesting facts about the park, its history, and its unique ecosystem, which made the visit even more enjoyable and informative. His enthusiasm and professionalism helped create a great experience for our group. We highly recommend both the park and Dalibor as a guide. It was a fantastic day and one of the highlights of our trip to Croatia. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Marina Q
Group
Verified booking
4 days ago
L esperienza è stata molto molto bella, luoghi naturalistici di rara bellezza. Gli interventi dell uomo cercano di rispettare il più possibile la natura e questo ci piace molto La nostra guida è stata competente e disponibile con tutti . Se potremo, ripeteremo l esperienza e la promuoveremo senza altro.
Paola C
Group
Verified booking
4 days ago
Giornata fantastica!!! Il parco, la nostra guida "il gentilissimo Dalibor", il giro in battello, tutto bellissimo e organizzato molto molto bene. Dalibor ci ha fatto apprezzare fauna e flora di Plitvice è stato anche un bravissimo fotografo, grazie a lui avremo splendidi ricordi di questa giornata!
Anabela S
Group
Verified booking
2 days ago
Gostei de todo o parque no geral, as cascatas, os lagos, a história da princesa Milka. A limpeza de todo o espaço. Foi um passeio inesquecível. O guia Christian foi sempre muito simpático e atencioso..
Josee D
Couple
Verified booking
2 days ago
L'endroit est merveilleux et notre guide, Christian, était vraiment sympathique et connaissait très bien l'endroit puisqu'il y est né.

Discover the best of Plitvice Lakes with a multilingual guided tour.

Explore Croatia’s Plitvice Lakes National Park on a guided tour with secured ticket reservations and skip-the-line entry.

Getting started

Meet your guide at Entrance 2, in front of the information office map. After a quick ticket check and group introduction, your guide will outline the day’s route and answer any initial questions before you enter the park.

What to expect

Recognized as Croatia’s oldest and largest national park, Plitvice Lakes is famed for its 16 terraced lakes connected by waterfalls and lush woodlands. The park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, celebrated for its unique karst formations and vibrant turquoise waters.

Guided walking tour: Follow a knowledgeable guide who shares insights into the park’s geological history, biodiversity, and conservation efforts.

Scenic train and boat rides: Experience the park’s landscape from different perspectives, including a panoramic train journey and a tranquil electric boat ride across the lakes.

Waterfall viewpoints: Visit key vantage points for up-close views of cascading waterfalls, including the iconic Veliki Slap, the park’s tallest waterfall.

Multilingual guidance: Tours are available in English, Spanish, French, and Italian, ensuring clear explanations and local stories throughout your visit.

Reserved entry and skip-the-line: Your park entry is secured in advance, so you can bypass ticket queues and maximize your time exploring.

What to bring

Wear comfortable shoes and clothes.

Make sure to carry enough cash for the entry ticket (10–40 EUR per person, depending on the season).

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

What’s not allowed

Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage, pets, except for registered service animals, alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are not allowed in the Park.

Swimming in the lakes is prohibited.

Additional information

Meals and drinks are not included.

The meeting point is at Entrance 2, in front of the information office map.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly. Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point. Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.