One-day boat excursion to PN Telašćica, Lojena beach (NP Kornati)

One-day boat excursion to PN Telašćica, Lojena beach (NP Kornati)

About this activity

Rating

Location

Zadar

Type

Excursion by tourist boat

Duration

10 H

Transportation

Organized

Capacity

1 - 180

Available

  • 13.05.2025. - 18.05.2025. | 08:00h
    Wednesday, Thursday

  • 19.05.2025. - 25.05.2025. | 08:00h
    Monday, Saturday, Sunday

Description

SIGHTS, NATURAL WONDERS & ATTRACTIONS

Telašćica Nature Park - covers 70.5 km2, of which only 25.95 km2 is land and 44,55km2 sea area, including 13 islands, islets and rocks emerging from the water. Its centre is Telašćica bay with the largest depth of 67m- a natural, safe haven for boats.

The park area is a mosaic: calm, enchanting coves, huge, breathtaking rock walls, pine and oak forests, clearings, vineyards, olive groves and rocky hills with Mediterranean vegetation, which includes more than 400 species of plants, many rare and endemic. In the sea, we will meet about 250 species of plants and 300 species of animals, including beautiful red corals or carnivorous sponges.

Also, a donkey has found its home in Telaščica (about 14 animals). Animals freely walk between visitors in the areas around Mir bay and salt lake. Those places are well known to everyone from the advertising photographs of the Park. The lake is home to an endemic species of eel called "cayman", and the mud from its bottom has healing properties.

You can climb the high rock walls near the lake, falling vertically into the sea. They make a huge impression both when we are at the top of them and when we sail by boat at their feet. The highest wall in the Park –Grapšćak- is 161m high above the water surface, and the largest depth "under the walls" reaches 85m. This incredible natural wonder was created by tectonic movements, pushing huge vertical shards of rock upwards and is now the nesting place of many birds, including falcons.

Kornat Island - The largest (32.44 km2) island of the famous "lunar" archipelago of the Kornati Islands. It was from here that he received his name. It includes 89 islands, islets and rocks. The archipelago stretches between Zadar and Szybenik and the National Park was established in 1980 with the aim of protecting the region's natural biodiversity. Most of the islands are uninhabited, they lack sources of fresh water and greenery, which does not mean that there are no plants and animals that feel perfect in these sunny conditions. The most significant wealth of fauna and flora we meet underwater. The bright colour of the rocks, and the sharp outlines of the coast make Kornati look like pyramids dived into the depths of the sea. This view impresses.

Plunge into pure delight at Lojena Beach, Kornati's coastal gem. Immerse in crystal-clear waters, embraced by the stunning Kornati archipelago. This secluded paradise offers a tranquil bay for safe swimming and abundant marine life to explore. Snorkel, swim, or simply unwind on the sandy shore. Lojena Beach - where aquatic dreams come alive!

Included

  • transport by boat

  • cruise supervisor/tour guide (English, Croatian)

  • breakfast (sandwich with salami and cheese)

  • lunch (meat and fish or vegetarian, salad)

  • drinks (unlimited water and juices, white and red wine for lunch)

  • tickets to Kornati National Park and Telašćica Nature Park

  • insurance

Excluded

  • transport to/ from the departure port

Tour schedule

Zadar - port next to the pedestrian bridge - Obala kneza Branimira (GPS 44.116377, 15.230646)

07:45:00h

Meeting with the crew and embarkation

Zadar - port next to the pedestrian bridge - Obala kneza Branimira (GPS 44.116377, 15.230646)

08:00:00h

Departure from Zadar. Enjoy our welcome drink before you start your journey and refresh yourself with an unlimited amount of cold water and juices throughout the journey. If you prefer other types of drinks, you can buy them at the bar (not included in the price).

Zadar archipelago

08:00:00h - 11:00:00h

Cruise among the islands of the Zadar archipelago to the island of Dugi Otok: - welcome aperitif - breakfast (sandwich) - beautiful views of the passing islands

NP Kornati - Levrnaka Island

11:00:00h

Arrival in Levrnaka Island

Levrnaka Island

11:00:00h - 13:00:00h

Free time on Lojena Beach: - swimming and sunbathing on a beautiful Lojena Beach

Levrnaka Island

13:00:00h

Departure from Levrnaka Island

Kornati archipelago

13:00:00h - 14:00:00h

- Cruise to Telašćica Park of Nature. - Lunch on a boat

Dugi Otok - Telašćica Nature Park - Mir Bay

14:00:00h

Arrival in Telašćica Nature Park - Mir Bay

Dugi Otok - Telašćica Nature Park - Mir Bay

14:00:00h - 15:30:00h

Free time to explore: - Mir bay (possibility of swimming in the sea) - salt lake (possibility of swimming in the lake) - viewpoint on vertical rock walls with fabulous views of the open sea and steep coast

Dugi Otok - Telašćica Nature Park - Mir Bay

15:30:00h

Departure from Telašćica Park of Nature

Zadar Archipelago

15:30:00h - 18:00:00h

Returning cruise to Zadar: - beautiful views of the Islands of the Zadar archipelago

Zadar - port next to the pedestrian bridge - Obala kneza Branimira (GPS 44.116377, 15.230646)

18:00:00h

Arrival in ZADAR old city and disembarkation

Overview

Transportation

  • Organized

Escort

  • Crew

Language

English, Croatian

Not suitable for

people with seasickness

Mandatory items

water shoes, sunglasses, comfortable shoes, layered clothing, sunscreen, camera, voucher / resrvation confirmation, headwear, beach towel, snorkeling equipment (recommended), beachwear

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Know before you go

YOU MUST KNOW BEFORE DEPARTURE

  • the hours of each point of the program are approximate (except for the time of departure) and may change slightly depending on the current situation during the cruise; guests are obligated to obey the meeting hours given by the crew during the tour

YOUR SAFETY IS MOST IMPORTANT TO US, THEREFORE

  • passengers are obligated to comply with all instructions of the master /captain/ of the ship
  • the master may cancel, shorten or change the route of the cruise if necessary e.g. weather conditions change
  • passengers are obligated to comply with the laws and behavioral rules of the protected areas
  • it is forbidden to pull out of the sea and living organisms, including mussels, crayfish, sea snails or their shells (Some species are protected and a very high penalty can be paid for possessing such souvenir! Ignorance does not relieve from liability!)

CANCELLATION

Free cancellation is possible only up to 7 days before the scheduled date and time of departure of the ship. If a cancellation is submitted less than 7 days before departure, the advance payment is non-refundable.

If the cruise must be canceled by the service provider, we will offer you an alternative date for the excursion or you will receive a full refund.