Itinerary:
DISCLAIMER:
This 8-Day Croatia Islands Tour is fully customizable! Additional activities and destinations within a reasonable proximity can be included based on your interests, whether it’s more hiking, wildlife tracking, cultural visits, or scientific exploration.
Accommodation options will be provided separately once you complete the booking form, where you can specify the number of participants, preferred amenities, and level of luxury for your stay. Our team will tailor the experience to ensure the perfect balance of adventure, comfort, and exploration.
📍 Accommodation Plan:
Mljet (3 nights) – Base for national park exploration.
Lastovsko Otocje (4 nights) – Remote island biodiversity.
Dubrovnik (1 night) – Final evening in the Pearl of the Adriatic.
🛥️ Boat Details:
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Private traditional wooden gulet or luxury motor yacht (your choice).
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Crew includes captain, guide, and dive instructor.
🎯 Main Focus:
🌿 Biodiversity Highlights: Mljet’s salt lakes, Lastovo’s marine reserves, Paklinski’s underwater caves.
🏰 Cultural Highlights: Mljet Monastery, Lastovo’s medieval towers, Dubrovnik’s Old Town.
🌊 Adventure Activities: Scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaking, island hiking.
DAY 1:
Dubrovnik Departure & Mljet National Park
Morning: Boat transfer to Mljet + salt lake kayaking
08:00 – Depart Dubrovnik by boat (2.5 hrs) + breakfast.
11:00 – Arrive at Mljet National Park, kayak in Veliko/Jezero salt lakes (spot endemic jellyfish).
Afternoon: Island hike + monastery visit
13:00 – Lunch at a konoba (try black risotto).
15:00 – Hike to Montokuc viewpoint or visit St. Mary’s Island Monastery.
Evening: Evening: Sunset cruise to Polače village
19:00 – Dock at Polače, overnight in Mljet.
DAY 2:
Mljet Marine Exploration & Scuba Dive
Morning: Scuba diving at Odyssey cave or other location
08:30 – Dive in seagrass meadows (look for loggerhead turtles, octopuses).
Afternoon: Afternoon: Coastal snorkeling & free time
12:00 – Lunch.
14:00 – Snorkel or swim at Saplunara Beach (shallow sandbar reefs).
15:00 – Guided canoeing safari on crystal-clear waters (2–3 hours).
Spot kingfishers, otters, herons, and dragonflies along the riverbanks.
Evening: Local non-alcoholic drinks tasting
18:00 – Sample herbal teas and fresh juices at a family farm.
DAY 3:
Boat to Lastovsko Otocje (Marine Reserve)
Morning: Boat journey + dolphin spotting
08:00 – Sail toward Lastovo (3 hrs), watch for bottlenose dolphins.
Afternoon: Lastovo’s Hidden Military Tunnels & Island Exploration
12:00 – Lunch in Ubli (fresh seafood pasta).
14:00 – Guided tour of abandoned Yugoslav submarine tunnels:
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Explore Cold War-era military bunkers carved into cliffs.
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Learn about Lastovo’s strategic role in Adriatic defense.
16:00 – Free time:
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Optional snorkeling in secluded coves (gear provided).
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Hike to Lastovo’s iconic lighthouse for panoramic views.
Evening: Village sunset walk
18:00 – Stroll through Lastovo Town, see star-shaped chimneys.
DAY 4:
Lastovo’s Biodiversity & Hiking
Morning: Hike to Hum Peak
08:00 – Trek through ancient oak forests (look for Lastovo tree frogs).
Afternoon: Kayaking in Zaklopatica Bay
12:00 – Lunch.
14:00 – Guided kayak tour to hidden coves.
Evening: Stargazing by boat
20:00 – Lastovo is a Dark Sky Park – spot constellations.
DAY 5:
Paklinski Otoci (Diving & Coastal Adventure)
Morning: Transfer and snorkeling activity
08:00 – Depart Lastovo by boat (1.5 hrs to Paklinski Otoci).
09:30 – Guided dive near Vodnjak Islands
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Explore underwater rock arches and red coral colonies.
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Spot moray eels, loggerhead turtles, and sea bream.
Afternoon: Lunch & snorkeling at Palmižana Bay
12:30 – Lunch at Toto’s Beach Bar (Palmižana, St. Clement Island)
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Fresh Adriatic squid and local wines (non-alcoholic options available).
14:00 – Choose your options:
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Snorkeling at Vinogradišće Bay
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Chilling on Palmižana Beach
Evening: Sunset cruise back to Lastovo
18:00 – Depart Paklinski Otoci.
19:30 – Dock in Lastovo’s Ubli port.
DAY 6:
Free Day for Exploration
Morning: Optional private boat excursion
Choose between:
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More diving/snorkeling
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Fishing trip
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Relaxation on secluded beaches
Afternoon & Evening: At leisure in Lastovo
DAY 7:
Return to Dubrovnik via Elafiti Islands
Morning: Depart from Lastovo & snorkel at Koločep Island
11:00 – Explore coral-rich bays.
Afternoon & Evening: Dubrovnik Old Town tour
15:00 – Walk the city walls, visit Lovrijenac Fort.
Evening: Farewell dinner
19:00 – Gourmet meal at 360° Restaurant
DAY 8: Departure
📍 End of Tour
08:00 (Flight time) – Transfer to Dubrovnik Airport.
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✅ Included in the Tour:
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🎟️ Entrance fees for all national parks, reserves, and sites.
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🚐 All transportation during the tour, including transfers between destinations.
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🏡 Accommodation for 7 nights with breakfast included.
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🥾 All guided activities
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🥨 Daily snacks (local fruit, energy bars, nuts, and water).
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🏞️ Expert local nature guides for all activities.
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🛶 Diving & snorkeling equipment, including wetsuits, life vests, air tanks, and masks.
❌ Not Included in the Tour:
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🥾 Personal hiking gear (boots, trekking poles, weather-appropriate clothing).
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🍽️ Lunches and dinners in restaurants.
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🎟️ Optional activities (e.g., additional excursions, private tours).
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🏕️ Upgraded or luxury accommodation options (available at an extra cost).
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💡 Personal expenses (souvenirs, drinks, additional snacks).
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🚑 Travel insurance (highly recommended).
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🏔️ Anything not explicitly mentioned in the "Included" section.