Kornati National Park
The archipelago ... to crowned islands
National Park Kornati islands comprises 89 islands in the archipelago over an area of 220 km2. It became a National Park in 1980 thanks to the exceptional beauty of its landscape and its rich underwater ecosystem.
View from the top
Village Vrulje
Cliff
Typical landscape
General summary
Despite the arid aspect, there are over 650 plant species and a large number of seabirds, eagles and hawks who gather there during periods of migration in spring and autumn.
The clear waters are home to 160 species of fish, we often see dolphins and harbor seabed algae, corals and sponges.
These private islands are characterized by the lack of permanent housing; small fisherman houses served the people of Murter who came to the island to work the land and raise sheep, as evidenced by the 330 km of dry stone walls demarcating the land.
Even today, some owners take care of their olive groves and vineyards and most fisherman houses are transformed into holiday homes in nature.
Local transport
Sheepfold
Fishing
Access to National Park Kornati
Individual visits and excursions to the day from the main cities of the region: Murter, Zadar, Sibenik ... The park is open year round but the excursions are made only from April to October and depending on the weather.
- organized excursions are made on the day, including a welcome drink, lunch meat and fish grilled on the boat or at the restaurant, 1 or 2 breaks swimming; the boats are of different capacities and the cost is about 35 to 40 € per adult with discounts for children. One can also find small boat owners offering the tour or hire a small boat.
- Private boat, it is necessary to buy a Park Entrance to navigate its waters ticket. Tickets can be purchased at the agency ABA Murter which is the main reception area of the park or in all marinas. The price varies according to the size of the boat, the first price is 20 € per day for a boat up to 11 m. If you buy the ticket inside the park, it will cost you double.
Possible activities
- Swimming and snorkeling is allowed.
- The excursions individual is prohibited ; through a club and the agencies that are acceptable. There are 9 diving areas and the price is 15 € to dive + boat trip. Maximum dive depth allowed: 40m; any type of weapons or tools except of diving knife, even on the boat is prohibited
- Hike the trails that run through the island, beautiful scenery and panoramic viewpoints.
- Recreational fisheries: the permit is required, limited in time and in certain areas.
Boating
Fishing
Swim
Walking
Accommodations in Park National Kornati
Typical bay on Kornati with fishermen's houses
House Barbara1
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House Branko
House Barbara 3
House Barbara 3
You can stay in houses in Kornati archipelago; they have neither running water nor electricity, the gas cylinders and solar energy. A boat passes in summer market every 2 days and a few small restaurants offer local products and fisheries.
For lovers of life in nature.
House Kornati
House Kornati
House Matiana
House Marianka
