Islands and mountains

Kayak and trekk to discover little secrets behind islands and mountains.
Experience the best of two worlds: kayak exploration of picturesque islands in Zadar area and trekking up mighty Velebit mountain.

ISLANDS AND MOUNTAINS HIGHLIGHTS

 Explore little fisherman villages by bike
 Kayak to islets and coves for some great snorkling
 Visit a lighthouse and a shipwreck
 Climb one of Velebit's highest peaks for stunning views of the islands
 Explore Paklenica Nature Park by foot and spend a few days in a mountain hut
Islands and mountains location on the map
Awesome trip! Not just the scenery and the routes but also the story that connects it all by our master storyteller guide Igor! Highly recommended.
Jane
The best trip I've done in Croatia!
Bertrand
TRIP 1

6 days guided

DAILY ACTIVITY
  • 3-6 hours kayaking (15-25km per day)
  • 1-4 hours cycling (7-30km per day, optionally 54km)
2025 DEPARTURES
  • On demand
  • 2300 EUR per person for a group of 2 people

    2100 EUR per person for a group of 4 people

    1900 EUR per person for a group of 6 people

INCLUDES
  • 3 nights accommodation in local family run accommodation on Molat and in Sali
  • 2 nights accommodation in premium mountain hut (4 people dorm with bed, linen and complete bathroom)
  • 5 nights breakfast
  • 5 days dinner
  • 5 days guided kayaking, cycling and trekking tours
  • Fully equipped sea kayaks (paddles, spray decks, life jackets)
  • Bicycles (19' or 17' hardtail bikes)
  • Guide: kayaking, cycling and trekking
  • Shuttle transport from Zadar to Vesebit and back
  • Paklenica Nature Park Entrance for 3 days
EXCLUDES
  • Passenger ferry ticket Zadar-Molat-Zadar 10 EUR per person
  • Drinks and remaining meals
  • Sleeping bag
MINIMUM TRAVELERS
  • 4 people
ITINERARY

DAY 1, ARRIVAL
We meet at Molat dock as you get off your catamaran/ferry from Zadar. After your check in we go for a 15 minute hike up to Straža (great viewpoint of the surrounding area ) and we do introduction to the local culture and history: WW2 sights, former residence of island owners/nobility. Optional introduction to sea kayaking and gear personalisation.
Included: dinner
Highlights: Stone age settlement ruins on Straža, nobleman's residence ruins
Activity: 20 minute hike

DAY 2
After breakfast, we cycle 9km on island's paved road exploring villages Brgulje and Zapuntel. In Zapuntel we board the kayaks and do a 3km paddling to island Ist. There we hike to highest point and 'Snow Lady chapel' for some great views of the area. We explore town Ist and kayak and cycle back to Molat. Optional kayaking extension to Funestrala reef for some great snorkelling.
Included: breakfast, dinner
Highlights: Snow Queen Chapel on Ist, scenic cycling route on Molat, snorkelling on Funestrala reef 
Activity: 18km cycling (1.5h), 6km kayaking (1.5h), hiking (1h)

DAY 3
After breakfast, we kayak to peninsula Bonastar (passing through dolphin research area) to explore post WW2 military caving system. We continue to shipwreck Michelle for some snorkelling and then to Veli Rat lighthouse for a swim and coffee/lunch break. We paddle back through Veli Rat lagoon and optionally stop for a snorkelling break on Bršćak island before returning to Molat.
Included: breakfast, dinner
Highlights: Military submarine caves, Veli Rat lighthouse, shipwreck Michelle, snorkling, dolphin research area 
Activity: 20km kayaking (4h)

DAY 4
We catch early morning ferry to Zadar, departing Molat at 6.50h with breakfast packed to go. In Zadar we quickly stop to the market to get a few supplies for the mountains and we are transferred to Starigrad - town where we start our hike. We move through Paklenica canyon and climbing area and after 2h arrive to the mountain hut - our base for a next couple of days. We have dinner** in the evening.
Included: breakfast, dinner
Highlights: Paklenica canyon and carbonate rock formations 
Activity: 7km/480m altitude/ trekking (2 hours)

DAY 5
After breakfast** we do a 3-4 hour hike through the maquis and oak forest to Struge valley. We take a break and continue to the baren peaks of Velebit and ideally finish on Vaganjski Vrh. Depending on the conditions, we return to the hut through a different route back for dinner**.
Included: breakfast, dinner
Highlights: Three terrains: maquis, forest, alpine meadows and stunning views from Vaganjski 
Activity: 14km /1300m altitude / trekking (6-8 hours)

DAY 6
After breakfast we pack our bags and hike down to Starigrad, from where we are transferred to Zadar - arriving there around 13.00h.
Included: breakfast
Activity: 7km trekking (2 hours)

*This itinerary serves as approximate guide. We want to give you an authentic Croatian adventure rather than to check the boxes of an itinerary agenda. Our route may change during the trip to take the advantage of any possible opportunity, such as the weather conditions or according to the groupʼs preferences. Please note that weather conditions, transport delays and other factors may influence our itinerary.

**Dinner and breakfast in the mountains are prepared by the guide - homemade meat specialties (sausages and ham) and traditional mountain food.

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