Krka National Park Guide Including How To Here From Split, Croatia + Tour Review

Visiting Krka National Park from Split is one of the most popular and rewarding day trips in Croatia. With dramatic waterfalls, wooden boardwalks, historic monasteries, and emerald-green river pools, Krka offers a completely different side of Dalmatia beyond Split’s Roman ruins and beaches. This guide will give you all the info needed to make the most of your time on one of the top highlights of my trip to Croatia!

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Why Visit Krka National Park from Split?

Krka National Park is famous for its series of cascading waterfalls, scenic river canyons, and peaceful walking paths through nature. Unlike Plitvice Lakes, Krka is closer to the coast thus making it an easier option. Why Krka is perfect from Split:

• Combines nature, culture, and history
• Family-friendly and photogenic
• Wooden walkways – no hiking required

Where Is Krka National Park?

• Distance from Split: ~85 km (53 miles)
• Travel time: 1-1.5 hours each way by car or tour
• Closest towns: Skradin & Lozovac

How to Get to Krka from Split

Guided Tour

Most visitors choose a guided Krka tour from Split, which typically includes:

• Round-trip transportation
• National park entry coordination (typically do not include entrance fees which run as high as €40/adult during peak/summer)
• Boat ride (seasonal)
• Free time inside the park

Guided Tour: What to Know For Cruise Passengers

For cruise passengers docking in Split, while Krka is one of the easiest national parks to reach in a single day, you need to be careful about booking an excursion. You will need to book a private tour as start time and tour duration with how long ships are in port, do NOT work for a typical tour. One of the ways that I have been able to affordably book private tours whilst cruising solo is booking with others (found through cruise roll call Facebook groups or met whilst on board!) Consider this Private Trip Tour to Krka Waterfalls Split with paid options to add-on extras such as a side trip or wine tasting (with a set cost per vehicle so add more people = less costly) Note that like all tours, the entrance fee for Krka is not included (

DIY (Car or Bus)

You can rent a car or take a bus to Skradin or Lozovac, then enter the park independently.

Krka National Park During Different Times of The Year

From Split: Krka Waterfalls, Food & Wine Tasting Tour

Tour Details

• Overview: Enjoy a hassle free visit to Krka National Park on this top-rated tour that includes round-trip transportation from Split, a boat ride, time to hike at the park and swim plus winery tour and tastings!
• Details: Duration of 10 hours
• Important Notes:
  • There are two options for start time 8:30 AND 10:30
  • Not wheelchair accessible and most travelers can participate
  • Does not include entry tickets to Krka National park (that you will pay in cash on the day of tour)
• Includes:
  • Transportation by air-conditioned bus
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Boat cruise on the Krka River
  • Wine tasting (3 kinds of wine along with spirits)
  • Olive oil + Local cheese tasting
  • Free time & swimming in the Skradin
  • Insurance

My Experience on the From Split: Krka Waterfalls Tour, Boat Cruise & Swimming

Note that I took this tour but would have taken the From Split: Krka Waterfalls, Food & Wine Tasting Tour in a heartbeat if it had been offered when I booked! The difference is the addition of the winery tour for just a little bit more!

Meet Up

This tour does not include pick up but the meeting point was easily accessible in Split. We opted for the earlier start time of 8:30 AM. I didn’t take any pictures of the bus but it was comfortable for the 1 hour ride to Krka.

Krka National Park

It was a nice mix of guided and then free time on the tour with about two hours total here.

Can You Swim at Krka Waterfalls?

Swimming is no longer allowed at Krka National Park to protect the ecosystem. I went before this was implemented which is why some of my photos show people swimming, but current regulations strictly prohibit it.

Skradinski Buk (Main Waterfall Area)

This is the highlight of Krka and the most visited section with multiple cascading waterfalls and wooden walkways over the river.

Take time to go around as they are viewing platforms and photo spots along with old water mills turned into exhibits.

This area is easy to walk, well-marked, and suitable for all ages.

Krka Wooden Boardwalks

The circular boardwalk trail winds through:

• Waterfalls and rapids, lush greenery, traditional stone houses and quiet river viewpoints

The full loop typically takes 30 minutes to an hour, depending on pace and crowd levels.

Boat Ride to Skradin

The tour includes a relaxing boat cruise along the Krka River to the charming town of Skradin.

Skradin

Skradin is a small, picturesque Dalmatian town located at the mouth of the Krka River and serves as one of the main entrances to Krka National Park.

Skradin Beach (Swimming Allowed)

Unlike Krka waterfalls, swimming is allowed in Skradin. The small pebble beach near town is a popular summer stop and offers calm river meets sea waters with views back toward the hills. This is a refreshing break after walking the park

What to Wear & Bring From Split: Krka Waterfalls Tour, Boat Cruise & Swimming

• Cash for Krka Entrance Fee and money for lunch/snacks + tips
• Comfortable walking shoes (non-slip)
• Light jacket (spring/fall)
• Bring swimsuit or wear under clothes if visiting in summer
• Sun protection (summer)
• Water bottle
• Camera or phone with wide lens
• Small backpack

Good to Know/Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for RIB Fjordsafari Geirangerfjord

• No swimming allowed
• National park entry fees vary by season
• Toilets are available near main entrances
• Food options inside the park are limited
• Boardwalks can be slippery when wet
• Is Krka worth visiting from Split? Yes. It’s one of the easiest and from Split.
• How long do you need at Krka? Most visitors spend 2 – 3 hours inside the park.
• Is Krka suitable for kids? Yes. The flat paths and short walking distances make it family-friendly.
• Can you visit Krka and Split Old Town in one day? Yes but you will likely have found yourself wanting another day in Split
• Is Krka better than Plitvice Lakes? Krka is closer to Split and thus easier to visit; Plitvice is larger but requires more travel time.

Final Thoughts From Split: Krka Waterfalls, Food & Wine Tasting Tour

A Krka National Park tour from Split delivers waterfalls, nature, culture, and relaxation and you can do it easily and comfortably on this tour. Whether you’re visiting Croatia for a single day or staying longer, Krka remains one of the most memorable experiences in Croatia.

Why Chose to From Split: Krka Waterfalls, Food & Wine Tasting Tour Via Viator?

Maximizing spend is one of the ways I am able to travel so much and booking through Viator allows me to earn miles/points on my reward credit card plus I will earn Viator rewards (5% on this booking that I will be able to use towards a future booking!) plus earning miles via a shopping portal!

If You Want to Book the Same Tour Via GetYourGuide Instead?

Note that the From Split: Krka Waterfalls, Food & Wine Tasting Tour through GetYourGuide is the exact same tour from the same company but is slightly less at the time of article publications!