Tour of Risnjak National Park with an expert guide
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Risnjak
- Tour category: Krk tours and excursions
- Travel style:
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Nature
Highlights
- Duration: 4 hours
- Transportation: Car
- The best way to explore Risnjak National Park – your guide will reveal hidden gems, fascinating stories, and unique natural phenomena that you might otherwise miss.
- Make the most of your time – with an expert guide, the tour is efficient, tailored to your interests, and well-organized, so you won’t waste time or miss important attractions.
- Safety first – the guide knows the terrain, weather conditions, and best routes, ensuring you a safe and enjoyable experience in a mountain environment.
- A rich experience and interactive learning – learn about local legends, wildlife, flora, and geological wonders, making your visit to Risnjak both educational and unforgettable.
Why choose a tour of the Risnjak National Park with an expert guide?
Explore Risnjak National Park with an Expert Guide
To make the most of your visit to Risnjak National Park, we highly recommend exploring the park with an expert guide. These experienced professionals know and love the park, ensuring you gain valuable insights and enjoy a truly immersive experience.
Planning Your Guided Tour
✔ Select your preferred route in advance to determine the meeting point with your guide.
✔ Guides can adapt routes based on weather conditions and safety considerations.
✔ Choose from a variety of trails, from leisurely walks to challenging hikes.
Hike to the Source of the Kupa River – Two Options
1️⃣ Steep Trail from Razloge to the Spring (Approx. 1.5 Hours Round Trip)
✔ Trailhead near the large parking lot and visitor center at the Gorski Kotar House of Knowledge.
✔ Begins with a gentle descent, followed by a steeper section crossing the Krašićevica Canyon.
✔ Total distance: 1820 m | Elevation change: -229 m.
✔ Time to reach the spring: 30 minutes, return takes twice as long due to the incline.
✔ Accessible year-round, but may be impassable during heavy rain or snowmelt.
2️⃣ Easy Trail from Hrvatsko to the Spring (Approx. 4 Hours Round Trip)
✔ Starting point: Hrvatsko village on the Slovenian border.
✔ The first section, called the Fishing Trail, follows the riverbank and has several rest areas.
✔ Passes through Kupari Middle and Upper hamlets, home to the Birth House of the Kupa River visitor center.
✔ Minimal elevation change, a relaxing walk suitable for all fitness levels.
✔ Available all year round.
Hiking to the Peak of Veliki Risnjak – Two Routes
The peak of Veliki Risnjak (1528 m) is famous for its striking white cliffs. From the summit, enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the Kvarner Islands, Istria, and the Slovenian Alps.
1️⃣ Vilje – Risnjak Trail (Approx. 1 Hour One-Way)
✔ Easiest route to the summit, starting from Vilje entrance.
✔ Total distance: 3145 m | Elevation change: 362 m.
✔ Easy to moderately challenging, accessible in spring, summer, and autumn.
2️⃣ Lazac – Risnjak Trail (Approx. 1 Hour 15 Minutes One-Way)
✔ Begins at Lazac mountain meadow, leading through dense spruce forests.
✔ The final section becomes steeper, transitioning from a wide forest trail to a narrow hiking path.
✔ Total elevation change: 471 m, accessible in spring, summer, and autumn.
Whether you prefer a scenic walk to the Kupa River spring or a rewarding ascent to Veliki Risnjak, guided tours offer the perfect way to explore the park and its stunning natural landscapes.
Departures
| Days | Starting point |
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| Every day | Crni Lug | |
Location
Itinerary
- Meeting with an expert guide in the Risnjak National Park at a pre-arranged time.
- A 4-hour tour according to your interests and current weather conditions.
What's included
- Guide
Important information
- Important information
- The entrance ticket is required to tour the Risnjak National Park (not included in the price).
- For a tour of Risnjak, we recommend comfortable shoes and clothes.
- Bring water, a backpack with refreshments and a camera - the vistas that await you are unforgettable and you will surely want to immortalize them.
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For the reservation to be valid, it is necessary to make a payment by card via the payment link in the next half hour.
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If your payment link has expired, you can make a new reservation for the desired excursion/activity.
- Payment is made by credit card (Mastercard & Visa & Maestro).
- If you have difficulties paying by card, you can pay for the excursion/activity in cash at our reception: Mare Tours, Vrbnik, Trg sv. Ivana 8.
- If the organizer has to postpone the booked excursion/experience, guests can receive the paid amount back or accept an alternative date.
- Policies
- General terms and conditions
Payment information:
For this excursion, a special cancellation policy applies - cancellation less than two days’ notice - no refund.
+385 51 604 400
+385 91 516 78 58
info@mare-vrbnik.com
