Vodič (Martina)

Martina
Vodič (Martina)

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The largest, oldest, and most visited Croatian national park has around two million visitors from all over the world every year. There are probably just as many reasons to visit. Due to its special geographical location and specific climate characteristics, this unique place is the scene of many natural phenomena and an incredible abundance of biodiversity. Of course, 16 crystal blue and green lakes with countless cascades and breathtaking waterfalls are always at the top of the list of reasons to come, but Plitvice Lakes National Park also delights with endless forest complexes, fascinating travertine barriers, rich flora and fauna with numerous rare and endemic species, healing mountain air, beautiful forest trails and picturesque wooden bridges. Moreover, during the year it constantly changes its luxurious attire, so every visit is like the first, no matter how many times you come back. No wonder that this piece of paradise was among the first in the world to be declared a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site in 1979.
1554 locals recommend
Plitvice Lakes National Park
1554 locals recommend
The largest, oldest, and most visited Croatian national park has around two million visitors from all over the world every year. There are probably just as many reasons to visit. Due to its special geographical location and specific climate characteristics, this unique place is the scene of many natural phenomena and an incredible abundance of biodiversity. Of course, 16 crystal blue and green lakes with countless cascades and breathtaking waterfalls are always at the top of the list of reasons to come, but Plitvice Lakes National Park also delights with endless forest complexes, fascinating travertine barriers, rich flora and fauna with numerous rare and endemic species, healing mountain air, beautiful forest trails and picturesque wooden bridges. Moreover, during the year it constantly changes its luxurious attire, so every visit is like the first, no matter how many times you come back. No wonder that this piece of paradise was among the first in the world to be declared a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site in 1979.
The Plitvice region owes its beauty, fertile land and fairy-tale environment to the mysterious karst underground, a part of which the visitors can experience by visiting Barać Caves. Of the 150 caves hidden in the underground of this area, only Barać Caves, after which the entire protected area was named, are open to the public. Coming to this destination and not visiting this miraculous work that Mother Nature has been shaping for millions of years would be a huge mistake. All visits are organised with a guide. The departure time is not predetermined, but is formed according to the arrival of visitors, and the waiting time for the departure is from 10 to 45 minutes. The temperature in the cave is around 9 degrees all year round so it is advisable to have suitable clothing and footwear with you. All visits are organised with a guide. The departure time is not predetermined, but is formed according to the arrival of visitors, and the waiting time for the departure is from 10 to 45 minutes. The temperature in the cave is around 9 degrees all year round so it is advisable to have suitable clothing and footwear with you.
93 locals recommend
Caves of Barać
93 locals recommend
The Plitvice region owes its beauty, fertile land and fairy-tale environment to the mysterious karst underground, a part of which the visitors can experience by visiting Barać Caves. Of the 150 caves hidden in the underground of this area, only Barać Caves, after which the entire protected area was named, are open to the public. Coming to this destination and not visiting this miraculous work that Mother Nature has been shaping for millions of years would be a huge mistake. All visits are organised with a guide. The departure time is not predetermined, but is formed according to the arrival of visitors, and the waiting time for the departure is from 10 to 45 minutes. The temperature in the cave is around 9 degrees all year round so it is advisable to have suitable clothing and footwear with you. All visits are organised with a guide. The departure time is not predetermined, but is formed according to the arrival of visitors, and the waiting time for the departure is from 10 to 45 minutes. The temperature in the cave is around 9 degrees all year round so it is advisable to have suitable clothing and footwear with you.
The magical place for which Plitvice Valleys are widely known is the Deer Valley Ranch, a unique outdoor zoo. The ranch spreads over 15 hectares and is home to more than 100 game animals that most people will never even see in real life, let alone get close to. In the Deer Valley, the timid deer and hinds, as well as stubborn fallow deer, eat from visitors’ hands, allow them to pet them and take photos with them, and are especially careful with children with developmental difficulties, allowing them to come even closer. The Bićanić family, which is dedicated to caring for these graceful forest creatures, have no explanation for this. Animals, as the Bićanić family believe, simply feel instinctively, as do humans. The tour of the Ranch lasts about an hour and a half, which passes in an instant, followed by a collection of impressions and refreshments with homemade delicacies, natural juices and spirits produced by the Bićanić family and neighbouring family farms. Due to the great interest, the visit must be booked by e-mail or phone a few days in advance. E-mail: ranch.dolinajelena@gmail.com
57 locals recommend
Ranch Dolina Jelena / Ranch Deer Valley
137 D217
57 locals recommend
The magical place for which Plitvice Valleys are widely known is the Deer Valley Ranch, a unique outdoor zoo. The ranch spreads over 15 hectares and is home to more than 100 game animals that most people will never even see in real life, let alone get close to. In the Deer Valley, the timid deer and hinds, as well as stubborn fallow deer, eat from visitors’ hands, allow them to pet them and take photos with them, and are especially careful with children with developmental difficulties, allowing them to come even closer. The Bićanić family, which is dedicated to caring for these graceful forest creatures, have no explanation for this. Animals, as the Bićanić family believe, simply feel instinctively, as do humans. The tour of the Ranch lasts about an hour and a half, which passes in an instant, followed by a collection of impressions and refreshments with homemade delicacies, natural juices and spirits produced by the Bićanić family and neighbouring family farms. Due to the great interest, the visit must be booked by e-mail or phone a few days in advance. E-mail: ranch.dolinajelena@gmail.com
Drežnik Old Town is a magnificent defensive fortress from the 12th century that protected this part of Europe from the invasion of the Turks for 400 years. Due to its strategically important position, Drežnik often changed masters over the centuries, which left a mark on its walls, but 900 years later it still stands proudly as a witness to the turbulent history of this area. It is one of the few preserved historical attractions of the Plitvice Valleys that the Municipality of Rakovica has decided to protect and carefully restore. At the end of 2011, the large tower was restored, and since then the project of repairing the walls and roof of the large inner tower, as well as the remains of the defensive walls, has been underway. Although it is not possible to explore the interior of the tower in 2021, the glade where the fort is located is part of many cycling, walking, and horseback riding trails because this place offers a beautiful panoramic view of the Korana river and the surrounding area
58 locals recommend
Drežnik (Old Town)
58 locals recommend
Drežnik Old Town is a magnificent defensive fortress from the 12th century that protected this part of Europe from the invasion of the Turks for 400 years. Due to its strategically important position, Drežnik often changed masters over the centuries, which left a mark on its walls, but 900 years later it still stands proudly as a witness to the turbulent history of this area. It is one of the few preserved historical attractions of the Plitvice Valleys that the Municipality of Rakovica has decided to protect and carefully restore. At the end of 2011, the large tower was restored, and since then the project of repairing the walls and roof of the large inner tower, as well as the remains of the defensive walls, has been underway. Although it is not possible to explore the interior of the tower in 2021, the glade where the fort is located is part of many cycling, walking, and horseback riding trails because this place offers a beautiful panoramic view of the Korana river and the surrounding area
One of the most beautiful tourist attractions in Croatia is the picturesque village of Rastoke, where life has always been dictated by two rivers: the small Slunjčica and the mighty Korana. In Rastoke, Slunjčica splits up and flows into the river Korana over travertine rocks, while its own flow creates many lakes, rapids, and waterfalls, the most famous of which are Buk, Hrvoje, and Vilina kosa. Many call Rastoke the small Plitvice because the geological composition of the waterfalls is identical to that in the Plitvice Lakes National Park, from which this gem is only 30 kilometres away. In addition to the extraordinary beauty, Rastoke owes its rivers their daily bread. The inhabitants of this area have been building mills for centuries. The first mills, which were powered by water and not people or animals, are nowadays a first-class tourist attraction and proof of the harmony that man and nature can achieve to mutual satisfaction.
11 locals recommend
Rastoke historical center
2 Rastoke
11 locals recommend
One of the most beautiful tourist attractions in Croatia is the picturesque village of Rastoke, where life has always been dictated by two rivers: the small Slunjčica and the mighty Korana. In Rastoke, Slunjčica splits up and flows into the river Korana over travertine rocks, while its own flow creates many lakes, rapids, and waterfalls, the most famous of which are Buk, Hrvoje, and Vilina kosa. Many call Rastoke the small Plitvice because the geological composition of the waterfalls is identical to that in the Plitvice Lakes National Park, from which this gem is only 30 kilometres away. In addition to the extraordinary beauty, Rastoke owes its rivers their daily bread. The inhabitants of this area have been building mills for centuries. The first mills, which were powered by water and not people or animals, are nowadays a first-class tourist attraction and proof of the harmony that man and nature can achieve to mutual satisfaction.

Aktivnosti

Plitvice Valleys is a destination that boasts the largest selection of adrenaline challenges in one place and the Ogi Adrenaline Park holds the top of that list. It offers numerous diverse opportunities to test one’s courage and explore one’s own limits, adapted to all ages. Among other things, visitors can use the state-of-the-art roping range and a giant swing, a 40-metre zipline that reaches speeds of up to 120 km/h, as well as “old-fashioned” challenges such as archery, tomahawk axe throwing, and air rifle shooting. Of course, activities for modern warriors, such as paintball and airsoft duels, are especially popular, while those youngest can enjoy the splatmaster (a type of paintball for children from seven to 12 years of age). The Ogi Adrenaline Park expands its offer year after year, and the latest attraction is the first go-kart track in Plitvice Valleys, opened in the spring of 2021, which perfectly complements the existing activities. INFO Location: Grabovac 16, 47245 Rakovica, Croatia Tel: +385 97 720 2682 E-mail: info@tc-marko.com
7 locals recommend
Adrenalin park Ogi
129 Oštarski Stanovi
7 locals recommend
Plitvice Valleys is a destination that boasts the largest selection of adrenaline challenges in one place and the Ogi Adrenaline Park holds the top of that list. It offers numerous diverse opportunities to test one’s courage and explore one’s own limits, adapted to all ages. Among other things, visitors can use the state-of-the-art roping range and a giant swing, a 40-metre zipline that reaches speeds of up to 120 km/h, as well as “old-fashioned” challenges such as archery, tomahawk axe throwing, and air rifle shooting. Of course, activities for modern warriors, such as paintball and airsoft duels, are especially popular, while those youngest can enjoy the splatmaster (a type of paintball for children from seven to 12 years of age). The Ogi Adrenaline Park expands its offer year after year, and the latest attraction is the first go-kart track in Plitvice Valleys, opened in the spring of 2021, which perfectly complements the existing activities. INFO Location: Grabovac 16, 47245 Rakovica, Croatia Tel: +385 97 720 2682 E-mail: info@tc-marko.com
Plitvice Adrenaline Park is located at the very edge of the Plitvice Lakes National Park and it is the perfect destination for a completely different kind of entertainment than the light walks in the Park. The most popular activity in the offer of the Plitvice Adrenaline Park is the spectacular zipline across the canyon of the Korana river. The zipline is 300 metres long, and those brave enough will fly over Korana on a steel rope at a speed of 70 km/h. It is worth noting that regardless of the time of year, it is necessary to have adequate clothing and footwear (sneakers, trousers) for the zipline, which is not too much effort for this unforgettable experience! Plitvice Adrenaline Park also offers a giant swing for brave individuals or tandems who are ready to swing at a height of more than 12 metres. INFO Location: Selište Drežničko Tel: +385 91 177 7445
34 locals recommend
Adrenalin park Plitvice
34 locals recommend
Plitvice Adrenaline Park is located at the very edge of the Plitvice Lakes National Park and it is the perfect destination for a completely different kind of entertainment than the light walks in the Park. The most popular activity in the offer of the Plitvice Adrenaline Park is the spectacular zipline across the canyon of the Korana river. The zipline is 300 metres long, and those brave enough will fly over Korana on a steel rope at a speed of 70 km/h. It is worth noting that regardless of the time of year, it is necessary to have adequate clothing and footwear (sneakers, trousers) for the zipline, which is not too much effort for this unforgettable experience! Plitvice Adrenaline Park also offers a giant swing for brave individuals or tandems who are ready to swing at a height of more than 12 metres. INFO Location: Selište Drežničko Tel: +385 91 177 7445
All those who have ever ridden powerful quads on inaccessible forest trails know that this is an experience you do not forget. The Quad & Buggy Plitvice agency is dedicated to such experiences, taking guests on off-road rides through the forests and mountains of the Plitvice Valleys and guaranteeing them a shocking dose of adrenaline. On a 20-kilometre route, guests pass various roads – from macadam and untrodden forest paths to paved areas and field paths. All rides are guided by experienced riders and guides of the Quad & Buggy Plitvice agency, and no previous experience or special preparation is required to participate in this activity. Participants must have adequate clothing to stay in nature, and those among them who will sit behind the wheel of a powerful quad need a category B driving licence. We offer individual rides with a maximum of four vehicles and eight people, but the agency is happy to accommodate all those who want a ride organised to their liking. ! To ride the quads, you need to book the desired date in advance. PRICE: One person on one quad – HRK 350.00 (60 min, 20 km) Two persons on one quad – HRK 450.00 (60 min, 20 km) * Driver-guide service is included in the price WORKING HOURS: 1 April – 31 October (9.00 a.m. – 7.00 p.m.) 1 November – 31 March (9.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m.) INFO 4 Seasons j.d.o.o. Location: Grabovac 57 a, 47245 Rakovica Tel: + 385 98 570 257
7 locals recommend
QUAD & BUGGY adventure on Plitvice Valleys routes
57 a Grabovac
7 locals recommend
All those who have ever ridden powerful quads on inaccessible forest trails know that this is an experience you do not forget. The Quad & Buggy Plitvice agency is dedicated to such experiences, taking guests on off-road rides through the forests and mountains of the Plitvice Valleys and guaranteeing them a shocking dose of adrenaline. On a 20-kilometre route, guests pass various roads – from macadam and untrodden forest paths to paved areas and field paths. All rides are guided by experienced riders and guides of the Quad & Buggy Plitvice agency, and no previous experience or special preparation is required to participate in this activity. Participants must have adequate clothing to stay in nature, and those among them who will sit behind the wheel of a powerful quad need a category B driving licence. We offer individual rides with a maximum of four vehicles and eight people, but the agency is happy to accommodate all those who want a ride organised to their liking. ! To ride the quads, you need to book the desired date in advance. PRICE: One person on one quad – HRK 350.00 (60 min, 20 km) Two persons on one quad – HRK 450.00 (60 min, 20 km) * Driver-guide service is included in the price WORKING HOURS: 1 April – 31 October (9.00 a.m. – 7.00 p.m.) 1 November – 31 March (9.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m.) INFO 4 Seasons j.d.o.o. Location: Grabovac 57 a, 47245 Rakovica Tel: + 385 98 570 257
Terra is a family ranch that offers unique riding adventures in small groups along the natural trails of the Lika landscape. Whether walking, trotting, or galloping, visitors will relax during their ride over green meadows on well-trained horses and with high-quality riding equipment. Based on the riding experience, the guides will find a suitable trail. This riding option is suitable for all ages, from the youngest to the oldest, for advanced riders, beginners, and those without any experience. The horses on the ranch are calm and completely safe for any rider. Terra also organises special programmes: a multi-day riding school for participants who stay longer in the Plitvice Valleys, as well as a day trip to Barać Caves and the Japra spring lasting from five to seven hours. A new attraction in the Terra Ranch offer is a romantic carriage ride through the fairy-tale landscape of the Plitvice Valleys. INFO: Location: Irinovac 156, 47245 Rakovica Tel: +385 97 629 3343 E-mail: ranchterra156@gmail.com
27 locals recommend
Ranch Terra
27 locals recommend
Terra is a family ranch that offers unique riding adventures in small groups along the natural trails of the Lika landscape. Whether walking, trotting, or galloping, visitors will relax during their ride over green meadows on well-trained horses and with high-quality riding equipment. Based on the riding experience, the guides will find a suitable trail. This riding option is suitable for all ages, from the youngest to the oldest, for advanced riders, beginners, and those without any experience. The horses on the ranch are calm and completely safe for any rider. Terra also organises special programmes: a multi-day riding school for participants who stay longer in the Plitvice Valleys, as well as a day trip to Barać Caves and the Japra spring lasting from five to seven hours. A new attraction in the Terra Ranch offer is a romantic carriage ride through the fairy-tale landscape of the Plitvice Valleys. INFO: Location: Irinovac 156, 47245 Rakovica Tel: +385 97 629 3343 E-mail: ranchterra156@gmail.com

Gastronomska scena

The restaurant is located in Irinovac and is only a kilometre away from the D1 state road – enough to be accessible to all and isolated from the noise and traffic. The restaurant is known for a large selection of traditional dishes, homemade cheeses and cold cuts, superb barbecue, dishes under the lid, and fish delicacies of the Plitvice region. It also offers the must-try pasta, lasagne and as many as 20 types of pizzas from a brick oven, made to the original Italian recipe. Pleasant ambience, large spacious terrace, and fairy-tale natural environment are additional reasons why Sedra attracts more and more guests each year from all over the world, and the effort invested in the overall experience was recognised by the Karlovac County, which handed it the award for the most beautiful environment in the hospitality category.
11 locals recommend
restoran villa Plitvička Sedra
155 Rakovica
11 locals recommend
The restaurant is located in Irinovac and is only a kilometre away from the D1 state road – enough to be accessible to all and isolated from the noise and traffic. The restaurant is known for a large selection of traditional dishes, homemade cheeses and cold cuts, superb barbecue, dishes under the lid, and fish delicacies of the Plitvice region. It also offers the must-try pasta, lasagne and as many as 20 types of pizzas from a brick oven, made to the original Italian recipe. Pleasant ambience, large spacious terrace, and fairy-tale natural environment are additional reasons why Sedra attracts more and more guests each year from all over the world, and the effort invested in the overall experience was recognised by the Karlovac County, which handed it the award for the most beautiful environment in the hospitality category.
Named after the protected Velebit flower, Degenija restaurant offers many specialties of Croatian and international cuisine in a modern and pleasant environment. The specialty for which it is famous is the freshly caught trout from the Gacka river, while guests especially praise the Degenija veal steak in mushroom sauce with homemade gnocchi. As expected, the youngest guests adore superb pizzas from a brick oven and desserts created by the hard-working hands and imagination of the restaurant’s pastry chefs. Seasonally or to order, Degenija restaurant also offers two Croatian national meat classics – veal under the lid, and spit-roasted lamb or suckling pig.
83 locals recommend
Degenija
83 locals recommend
Named after the protected Velebit flower, Degenija restaurant offers many specialties of Croatian and international cuisine in a modern and pleasant environment. The specialty for which it is famous is the freshly caught trout from the Gacka river, while guests especially praise the Degenija veal steak in mushroom sauce with homemade gnocchi. As expected, the youngest guests adore superb pizzas from a brick oven and desserts created by the hard-working hands and imagination of the restaurant’s pastry chefs. Seasonally or to order, Degenija restaurant also offers two Croatian national meat classics – veal under the lid, and spit-roasted lamb or suckling pig.
A restaurant that guests choose for every occasion is located in Selište Drežničko, on the D1 state road. On its large and spacious terrace, Gurman serves local delicacies, superb grilled fish and meat specialties, more than 15 types of everyone’s favourite pizzas, ready meals prepared according to traditional recipes, and pancakes that are unreservedly praised by both local and foreign guests. Visitors to the restaurant are full of praise for the kindness and friendliness of the hosts, the quality of food, large portions, and more than a fair price, thanks to which this gastro-destination is affordable to everyone Gurman restaurant delivers its dishes anywhere in Plitvice Valleys and organises private parties and gatherings when needed. INFO Tel: +385 99 505 3697 +385 99 639 8811
Restoran Gurman
10d D1
A restaurant that guests choose for every occasion is located in Selište Drežničko, on the D1 state road. On its large and spacious terrace, Gurman serves local delicacies, superb grilled fish and meat specialties, more than 15 types of everyone’s favourite pizzas, ready meals prepared according to traditional recipes, and pancakes that are unreservedly praised by both local and foreign guests. Visitors to the restaurant are full of praise for the kindness and friendliness of the hosts, the quality of food, large portions, and more than a fair price, thanks to which this gastro-destination is affordable to everyone Gurman restaurant delivers its dishes anywhere in Plitvice Valleys and organises private parties and gatherings when needed. INFO Tel: +385 99 505 3697 +385 99 639 8811
The main stop for young people and all those who feel young is located in the centre of the Municipality of Rakovica. As its name suggests, Street Food BBQ specialises in simple meat dishes and grilled dishes, and the most popular by far are juicy burgers headed by the trio: Maestro BBQ, Bacon burger, and Lika burger, which perfectly combines the flavours and aromas of the Lika region. We also offer healthy Mexican burritos, classics of local street food (ćevapi and patties) and, of course, there is a special menu for vegetarians based on vegetables and the famous Plitvice cheeses. In addition to food, Street Food BBQ delights its guests with a large selection of drinks, juices and cocktails, while the kindness and friendliness of the hosts are praised by both local and foreign guests. The growing popularity of this fantastic small outdoor gastronomic stop is contributed by the delicious and unpretentious design of the space. The architects blended it perfectly into the fairy-tale natural environment, under the treetops, to make guests truly feel at home. INFO: Tel: +385 99 208 9382
14 locals recommend
Fast Food BBQ
77 Rakovica
14 locals recommend
The main stop for young people and all those who feel young is located in the centre of the Municipality of Rakovica. As its name suggests, Street Food BBQ specialises in simple meat dishes and grilled dishes, and the most popular by far are juicy burgers headed by the trio: Maestro BBQ, Bacon burger, and Lika burger, which perfectly combines the flavours and aromas of the Lika region. We also offer healthy Mexican burritos, classics of local street food (ćevapi and patties) and, of course, there is a special menu for vegetarians based on vegetables and the famous Plitvice cheeses. In addition to food, Street Food BBQ delights its guests with a large selection of drinks, juices and cocktails, while the kindness and friendliness of the hosts are praised by both local and foreign guests. The growing popularity of this fantastic small outdoor gastronomic stop is contributed by the delicious and unpretentious design of the space. The architects blended it perfectly into the fairy-tale natural environment, under the treetops, to make guests truly feel at home. INFO: Tel: +385 99 208 9382