Sea Kayak Croatia - Adriatic Odyssey

ADRIATIC ODYSSEY EXPEDITION

Ancient towns: Arba-Jadera-Scardona

16 DAY TRIP or 8 DAY OPTION

3 NATIONAL AND 2 NATURE PARKS,2 RIVERS AND 1 BIG CAVE,

Short introduction -not short but it is the 16 days trip :-)

We'll start this trip from the Geological Island of Rab(from where we are) by exploring his natural beauties and long interesting history.We will be jumping in the caves and dive out of them but paddle in some as well,climb on the cliffs,enjoy in hidden sandy beaches and discover many other interesting things.Paddling under the sacred and secret Velebit mountain will bring us to the bay of the Island of Pag and it's spectacular coves and beaches.On our way to Pag we will visit the Nature Park Zavratnica - a miniature Fiord with sunken ship from the WW II.The National Park Paklenica will be our base for two days as we will explore this Canyon on foot and have a real speleo-adventure in the amazing cave of Modrich ,not to mention the rafting adventure in the snake shape river canyon of Zrmanja.The adventure spirit will take us forward into exploration of middle Dalmatia,precisely in the labyrinth of more than 100.Islands.We'll paddle across two channels and reach the Nature Park Telašćica and it's 200 high cascading cliffs with the healing salt lake Peace.We will than paddle further toward the National Park Kornati-the most popular paddling playground.Enjoying in this pearl of nature will be our moto as we will visit the most spectacular places inside this park.After that the boat will transfer us to the Island of Murter and than we will paddle to the Island of Prvić-our origin Meditteranian town made of stone.The trip will end up in Skradin but on the way we will visit the Town of Šibenik and it's historical andcultural haritage.On the last day we will enjoy in Krka National Park and in her beautiful waterfalls.

**There is an option to book just the first 8 days of the trip.Click here for more info..

Map of 8 Day Trip option

Itinerary:

Day 1 – Transfer to our hotel accommodation in Rab. Trip briefing is held at 7.00pm followed by a welcome dinner at our residence with native food . We will give out 20 liter dry-bags to pack for the kayaking . Any excess luggage that you do not take on kayaking will be transferred to our hotel in Skradin, where we finish. A tour of the old city of Rab will be adjusted to everyone’s arrival time.

Day 2 – Excursion to the highest point on the Island of Rab with a view on the entire Kvarner Bay. Then it is time to start paddling from the Lopar peninsula following the coastline filled with sandy coves and beaches before camping in the Bay of Sahara.This part of Rab is protected under the Geological Park founded in 2006.In the year of 2009 the Archeologist have found the Roman ceramic workshop from the 1'st century.

Day 3 – We head towards the Medova Buža Cave system on the north east side of the island.Will jump in that turquoise cave and than dive out in a silence as there lives a big colony of bats who are protected . We keep a look out for Griffin Vultures as we paddle to the red sand bay of Mag, surrounded by limestone craters where we camp

Day 4 – Paddle to Zavratnica fjord in the Nature Park Velebit where we'll snorkel around the sunken war ship from the 2'nd World War.. After lunch we continue paddling to the Bay of Svetojanj on the Island of Pag where the 6'th century fortification is situated. Just a bay ahead we'll make a camp on the beach

Day 5 – Paddle to Bay of Žigljen to meet our van for a short transfer to the Bay of Caska. This is the location of the old city of Kisa which sunk into the sea after an earthquake in the 4th century. In 2009 the archeologists have make an amazing discovery-they found the sewn ship that is more than 2000 y.old.We'll continue our paddling bay passing by the villages and beaches untill we reach the sandy bay of Slana (Salty).

Go Up

Day 6 – Paddle to the “new” renaissance city of Pag (established in the year 1443). After lunch and a tour of the town we will transfer to Paklencia National Park where we camp for two nights. Campground, electricity and clothes washing.

Day 7 – Today we'll have a day of walking and cave exploring in Paklencia National Park. We will walk through deep canyons cut through Karstic limestone and then visit the stunning Modric Caves.Our speleologist guide will lead you through secret labyrinths and narrow passages to spectacular halls where strange and original hosts await you: pipe organs, cuttlefishes, crabs, fairies… The list of surprises nature and your imagination can provide under the lights of carbide lamps is practically unlimited.Campground, electricity.

Day 8 – After an early breakfast we transfer to the Zrmanja river. This beautiful jewel cuts through a deep canyon and offers some delightful paddling. Aided by the current we use 2 person sit on top kayaks ideally suited to manoeuvre the many twists and turns along the river. Travertine barriers create stunning waterfalls and the lush surrounds provide a lovely contrast to the stark landscapes seen during our sea kayak trip. The 8 day option finish here with the transfer to the town of Zadar.Transfer to our camp at Sukoshan for those who choose the 16 days option

Day 9 – With the backdrop of the Velbit massif behind us we head towards the 89 islands that make up Kornati National Park.Founded in 1980.because of its amazing scenic beauty, interesting geomorphology, a great coastal line ,'till today has become one of the best Croatian paddling playground.We cross several straits before the night on the island of Žut (Yellow)

Day 10 – We start early today for one of our longer paddling days as we paddle from Zut to Levrnaka. We’ll pass the Roman ruins of villae rusticae in Mala Proversa and then visit the salt lake, Lake Mir, in Telascica Nature Park.Well paddle under the 168 meters high cliffs and refresh with a few swims.Before we arrive to our camp on Levrnaka we'll pass by few other cliff Islands and lighthgouse built in 1871.

Go Up

Day 11 – After breakfast we’ll stretch our legs with a walk to the highest peak of the Kornati Islands (237 m). After lunch we paddle past the cliffs of Mali and Veli Rasip, stopping at several historical sites on our way to the island of Lavsa. Lavsa is an island filled with historical events that our guides will tell you about.The remains of villae rusticae from the 1st. century and the remains of an ancient river and salt pan are located here.

Day 12 – After breakfast we’ll paddle to the island of Ravni Žakan passing under the 82 meters cliff .We'll have a boat transfer to Murter with another hour of paddling to our camp.

Day 13 – Slowly we make our way back towards the mainland paddling past the islands of Murter and the town of Tribunj where we’ll have lunch. We'll than need one more hour to reach our beach camp on the Island of Prvich, an original historical stone town. Restaurant dinner with traditional dish.

Day 14 – Our longest paddling day so an early start this morning! Paddle to the historic town on Šibenik passing by the fortres on the entrace of the canal.We'll have lunch in the old city. Carry on through the channel of St Ante passing under the two bridges-the Sibenik and Skradin bridge situated in the Krka river canyon. Our sea kayak paddling will be finished in the town of Skradin. We overnight in the hotel.

Day 15 – After breakfast we visit the Krka National Park and spectacular waterfalls of Skradinski Buk. This karstic phenomenon is unique and the travertine barriers form hundreds of cascades and waterfalls. Our last day of swimming and a chance to reflect on this diverse Croatian adventure. Farewell dinner. Hotel, Skradin.

Day 16 – After breakfast a group transfer to Zadar airport is provided.