What to do around Split, Croatia, where to escape from city life? If you’re searching for Split waterfalls, there aren’t many options, so you’ll have to plan a day trip from Split so one of the fantastic Croatia waterfalls nearby.
Some of the best waterfalls in Croatia are just a day trip from Split away. This post will take you through the very best waterfalls near Split to help you plan the perfect day trip.
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Best Waterfalls Near Split
If you’re planning a day trip from Split to a waterfall, these are the best options!
Skradinski Buk – Krka Waterfalls
The longest waterfalls of the Krka River, called Skradinski Buk, are probably the main reason for your visit to Krka national park.
Skradinski Buk warrants its status as Croatia’s most stunning natural beauty with over 17 stairs and a total height difference of 45 meters.
Swimming is possible at the foot of Skradinski Buk, so you can cool off after an extended tour of Krka.
How to get from Split to Krka National Park
The drive from Split to Krka national park is 1 hour. The best way to do this is by hiring a car or booking a private transfer.
You can also book an organised tour to travel from Split to Krka national park.
Roški waterfall – Krka
With Skradinski Buk, Roški waterfall is another permanent favourite in the Krka National Park. It consists of 12 associated waterfalls with a drop of almost 80 feet.
The waterfalls are nearly 2,000 meters long, making them impressive even by Croatian standards for the waterfall.
How to Get to Buk Roški Waterfall from Split
The bus journey from Split takes about 90 minutes and will take you to the bus station in Skradin, from where you can easily walk to the park.
You can also book a private transfer or hire a car to make the journey which will take around 1 hour. Many organised tours also include a visit to the waterfall.
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Kravice – Bosnia and Herzegovina
Kravica Waterfall is a favourite Herzegovinian resort and summer beach. It offers rest and fun for all swimming lovers and activities on the river in the summer months. This natural show has been attracting many nature lovers for years.
How to Get to Kravica Waterfall from Split
From Split to Kravica is 132 km or about 1.5 hours drive, and it is best to come by car. You also can book a private transfer or book an organised tour from Split.
Veliki Slap – Plitvice Lakes
Located in the Plitvice Lakes, Veliki Slap, or Big Waterfall, is located along the river Korana and is one of Croatia’s most beautiful waterfalls. There are numerous trails and bridges near the waterfalls to see fish, water birds, and stunning caves and rocks.
The national park is located 2.5 hours from Split. The best way to visit is via an organised tour from Split.
Pevalekovi Slapovi – Plitvice Lakes
Located in the Plitvice Lakes National Park, it has a semicircular hill almost 50 feet high. The waterfalls are surrounded by steep cliffs surrounded by dense forest.
The impressive flow of water and the clear lake under the waterfalls make it the most photographed place in Croatia.
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The nature around us, especially the waterfalls near Split, offers beautiful sites that have not yet been destroyed by mass tourism. Therefore, give your best to keep the natural gems clean and tidy: enjoy the excursions, but pick up the garbage behind you!
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