Guided Tours

Plitvice Lakes Early Morning Small-Group Guided Tour

Enter Plitvice Lakes National Park right at opening time and enjoy peaceful trails before the main crowds arrive for a more relaxed visit.

Begin your guided walk along wooden paths beside turquoise lakes and waterfalls, with time for short breaks and photo stops.

The tour covers the park's key highlights, including a boat ride, a panoramic bus ride, and visits to scenic viewpoints with your local guide.

Learn about the park's natural formation, wildlife, and UNESCO World Heritage status as you explore in a small-group setting.

Upgrade to a private tour for a more personalized experience with dedicated attention from your licensed local guide.

Licensed local guide

Small-group experience

Short breaks

Photography stops

Boat ride

Panoramic bus ride

Private tour [as per option selected]

Private licensed guide [as per option selected]

National Park admission ticket (€10–€40 per person)

Food

Tips

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

Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park at sunrise with a licensed local guide in a small group, including a boat ride and a panoramic bus ride.

Getting started

Meet your guide in front of the brown bear statue at Entrance 1 of Plitvice Lakes National Park. Look for the blue tour guide badge to identify your guide. After a brief introduction, your small group will enter the park as it opens and set off along the wooden paths before the main crowds arrive.

What to expect

Plitvice Lakes National Park early morning route

Begin your walk along the park's network of wooden paths, following a route designed to make the most of the tranquil early hours. Your licensed local guide will share insights into the park's natural formation, UNESCO World Heritage status, and the seasonal changes that shape the landscape.

Pause at the Big Waterfall, Croatia's highest, to admire its flow and capture photos in the morning light. Your guide will also point out the park's second-highest waterfall and explain the geological features that make each one unique.

Enjoy short breaks and dedicated photography stops at scenic viewpoints overlooking turquoise lakes and cascading waterfalls. The early start often offers better opportunities to spot wildlife, including fish, ducks, hedgehogs, and birds that are more active before the crowds arrive.

Experience a boat ride across the lakes and a panoramic bus ride (when operating), offering different perspectives of the landscape while giving you a chance to rest your feet.

The small-group format provides a quieter, more personal experience, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions and receive recommendations from your guide.

During the walk, you'll have time to enjoy a hot drink (coffee or tea), adding to the peaceful early morning atmosphere.

Wrapping up

If you select the private tour option, your experience will be tailored exclusively to your group, offering greater flexibility and dedicated attention from your guide. The tour concludes inside the park, allowing you to continue exploring independently or leave at your leisure.

Note: Admission to Plitvice Lakes National Park is not included and must be purchased separately at the entrance.

What to bring

Wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking on wooden paths and natural trails.

Bring a camera to capture the scenery and wildlife.

Apply sunscreen to protect yourself from sun exposure during the tour.

Dress appropriately for the weather to stay comfortable throughout the experience.

What's not allowed

Littering is strictly prohibited within Plitvice Lakes National Park.

Accessibility

This experience is not suitable for people with mobility impairments.

Additional information

Admission to Plitvice Lakes National Park is not included and must be purchased separately. Ticket prices range from approximately €10 to €40 per person, depending on the season.

During the winter season, the park opens at 8am, and some sections may be closed due to weather conditions.

Boat and panoramic bus rides are included when operating, depending on seasonal park conditions and weather.

Meet your guide in front of the brown bear statue at Entrance 1. Your guide will be wearing a blue tour guide badge.

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.