Plitvice National Park & Rastoke - Private Tours from Zagreb
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Is Plitvice National Park & Rastoke - Private Tours from Zagreb worth booking?
Plitvice National Park & Rastoke - Private Tours from Zagreb is a 9-hour experience in Zagreb, Croatia, from $130 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 19 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 65 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (19)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $130 per person
Private trip to Plitvice Lakes directly from your hotel! Forget the crowds and standard tourist routes. I invite you to experience Plitvice Lakes through the eyes of a local. While others rush through the park, we will e
What you get
About this experience
Private trip to Plitvice Lakes directly from your hotel! Forget the crowds and standard tourist routes. I invite you to experience Plitvice Lakes through the eyes of a local. While others rush through the park, we will explore the quiet corners where the water tells the most beautiful stories, with enough time to take photos without people in the frame. The national park is world famous for its 16 lakes arranged in cascades and connected by a series of waterfalls. These lakes are a result of the confluence of several small rivers and subterranean karst rivers. This heavily forested park hides 75 endemic plants,55 different species of orchids,160 bird species and even bears and wolfs! On the way, you will stop at Rastoke ethno village. With its well-preserved mills and picturesque little waterfalls Rastoke Ethno village, often referred to as 'Little Plitvice', makes a great place to prepare yourself for the magnificence of Plitvice National Park. This should be at the TOP of your list!
What's included
Included
- Digital guide to local legends
- Entrance fees
- Panoramic boat ride
- Electric train ride
- Transportation by minibus, van or private car
- FREE photos from the trip
Not included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
What you'll see and do
Zrinjevac
* we will pick you up at the meeting point
10 minutes here · Admission included
Slunj
Arrive at the historic river village of Rastoke in Slunj, situated at the confluence of Slunjčica and Korana rivers. Stroll around the well-preserved watermills and picturesque waterfalls, and admire the unique architecture of the houses built along the river. Here the water flows literally through the yard of the houses where people live, some still process grain at the mill! And you can also jump in and swim in the fresh emerald Korana River! There is a place for swimming, and we also have a diving board up to 5 m, and this place is becoming more and more popular and sought after as a rest area for tourists on their way to the Sea!
35 minutes here
Continue to Plitvice Lakes National Park, one of the oldest national parks in Southeast Europe and the largest in Croatia. Follow your guide on a walking tour of this UNESCO World Heritage listed park, which is famous for its 16 lakes connected by a series of waterfalls. Start your walking tour of the park with your expert guide ... Get enchanted with the stunning nature that surrounds you while your guide shares interesting tidbits and leads you through the forest parts and board pathways on the lakes. Discover all the highlights of the park (both Lower and Upper lakes). Cap off your visit with a boat cruise across the largest lake and a panoramic vehicle ride, soaking up the breathtaking views and pure air. During these periods, part of the tours will take place on foot, so please wear comfortable shoes! Entrance fees: extra charge
240 minutes here · Admission not included
Zrinjevac
* in the end of the tour we will you bring back to Zagreb to the departure point or hotel address
10 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Zagreb
Meet us in front of the Meteorological station in Zrinjevac park, next to the street For all guests that are staying in Zagreb's city center pedestrian zone you can chose this location for your pickup You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Ends at
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Options you can book
Small groups 7-10 persons
Plitvice lakes & Rastoke tour Luxury class Duration: 10 hours Zagreb - Rastoke - Plitvice Van Pickup included
Private tour-from your hotel!
Luxury service Duration: 10 hours Lunch or snack/fast food extra: *the possibility of paying extra for lunch in the indigenous restaurant Lička kuća or with fast food on the lakes Plitvice lakes tour: Here, nature played with water and created waterfalls of the most luxurious shapes, heights and curves,the mosaic of Plitvice Private car or van Pickup included
Discount for 4-7 persons
Zagreb - Rastoke - Plitvice Mini Van Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Incredible tours
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Entrance ticket to Plitvice Lakes is NOT included in the price of the tour. We will purchase the entrance ticket for you in advance , you will pay for it directly to our tour guide on departure day according to the pricelist below.
- Pricelist for tickets: April , May and October - 25 euro June , July and September - 40 euro Students and kids get cheaper tickets! April , May, October - Students 15 euro , Kids - 6 euro June , July and September - Students - 25 euro , Kids - 15 euro Entrance tickets to Plitvice lakes NP
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level. The tour includes prox. 5km of walking on uneven surfaces -please wear comfortable walking shoes (we visit highlights of both, the Lower Lakes and the Upper Lakes).
- Children must be accompanied by an adult. Not recommended for child aged 3 and under
- Not recommended for participant with walking disabilities.
- Depending on the weather conditions some parts of the park may be restricted
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 51 traveler
- To maintain the high quality of the experience, the number of places per group is strictly limited to max 50 people. Book your appointment now and secure your place in the most beautiful Croatian adventure!
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 19 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
5 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Physical effort
2 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Traveler reviews
19 verified traveler reviews for Plitvice National Park & Rastoke - Private Tours from Zagreb. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Plitvice National Park and Rastoke Village.
Last minute booking with a personal driver and guide. Safe, calm and informative day. Very busy in National Park due to summer holidays. Sanja willed her magic to ensure we were not waiting too long for the ferry. Very personal and attentive experience. Thank you Sanja.☺️
via Tripadvisor
Unforgettable trip with great host
It was a beautiful trip for my family and me with Sanja! Communication, pick up, drop off right in front of the hotel and the whole day was perfectly well organised with no problems at all. It was only us, so we were completely flexible and Sanja had time to tell us lots of interesting stuff, show us around everywhere and answer all of our questions. Obviously Rastoke and the Plitvice Lakes National Park itself were breathtaking! It was a really special experience, especially with the beautiful colours in autumn. Still, it was a little crowded in certain places, for example right in front of the big waterfall, but I‘m sure it‘s worse in the summertime, so I definitely can recommend visiting in Octobre. Big thanks to Sanja !! 🫶🏽
Response from the operator: Thank you and a warm hug for your kind words! It was a wonderful day with you in our most beautiful national park bathed in the colors of autumn! I hope you will come again and visit again in another season! 🫶🍂🫶
via Tripadvisor
The lake is incredible
This trip is amazing. A must-do when in Zagreb. The hike at the water falls is the best. We had an amazing day with our tour guide. Very kind who made sure we arrived everywhere on time. The national park is beautiful and definitely worth a visit. I recommend booking with this agency!
Response from the operator: Thanks for the nice comment! It was wonderful and we are glad you enjoyed it, I believe you will come again!
via Tripadvisor
Great destination not so good tour operator
More expensive than other operators the advertisement for the tour was deceiving as we thought from the first glance that the ticket for the park entry was included, but when we booked, we discovered it didn’t. The provider did not come on time and did not publish the exact time on the advertisement for the tour. Timing in general wasn’t accurate. Not that much a tour guide, more a driver only, as voice was not loud enough and information given was limited. Other than that she was very nice and polite. As for the destination, it was amazing, lots of walking and plenty of steps! But breathtaking scenery.
Response from the operator: As you know, you booked at the last minute in the evening before your morning departure. This means that we had to hire an additional van in the morning, because the tour was scheduled with a private car, which means that it was only half an hour late after picking up the van. We also stated that the price increase from 1.06. to 40 euros for the ticket to the Plitvice Lakes National Park, and that it is not included in the price of the tour. This is a private tour and you had enough options to choose from, your own pace for touring and taking pictures, while for group tours with a bus the prices are lower, but you have strictly limited movement and a shorter stay on the lakes. Thank you for your visit and we believe that you still enjoyed the wonderful scenes of this unique gift of nature and the priceless scenes of numerous waterfalls.
via Viator
Perfect day trip!
Had a wonderful day with our guide Sanja! Plitvice lakes are so beautiful and our guide was really helpful and fun! 10/10 would recommend
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $130 to $180
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 7
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 65
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Plitvice National Park & Rastoke - Private Tours from Zagreb: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Zagreb.
How much does Plitvice National Park & Rastoke - Private Tours from Zagreb cost?
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Prices start at $130 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Zagreb usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Plitvice National Park & Rastoke - Private Tours from Zagreb take?
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Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Zagreb is not rushed.
Is Plitvice National Park & Rastoke - Private Tours from Zagreb worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 19 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Zagreb, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Plitvice National Park & Rastoke - Private Tours from Zagreb?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Plitvice National Park & Rastoke - Private Tours from Zagreb suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Plitvice National Park & Rastoke - Private Tours from Zagreb?
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Around 7 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Zagreb can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Zagreb and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Plitvice National Park & Rastoke - Private Tours from Zagreb start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Zagreb within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Zagreb?
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On Outty we rank every Zagreb experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Communism & Croatian Homeland War Tour, Zagreb Highlights: Old Town, WWII tunnels, Funicular & Tastings, Old Zagreb Private Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Zagreb?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Zagreb?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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