Kornati National Park & Telašćica Day Cruise from Trogir — Swim, Snorkel and Cliff Views
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
12 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for travelers in average physical condition who can board from low docks, walk short uneven paths, and swim.
Overview
A full-day boat cruise from Trogir that threads through Kornati’s stony isles, stops at Lojena’s white sand beach for snorkeling, and gives you hours to roam Telašćica’s cliffs and salt lake. Expect swimming, short walks, and spectacular cliff panoramas.
Kornati National Park & Telašćica Day Cruise from Trogir — Swim, Snorkel and Cliff Views
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You step onto the boat as the harbor loosens its grip: diesel breath, the clink of ropes, and the Adriatic yawning ahead. By mid-morning the mainland is a receding ribbon and a scatter of limestone islands—Kornati’s ragged teeth—rise out of silver water. The skipper eases the bow into a sheltered cove; coffee on the largest island is a short, slow wake-up with a view of an archipelago that seems to hold its history in rock.
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Adventure Tips
Bring reef shoes
Boarding from low docks and scrambling on rock is easier and safer with flexible reef shoes or sturdy sandals.
Hydrate and bring snacks
Twelve hours on the water with limited shade means carry a refillable water bottle and grab energy snacks for between swims.
Pack a wind jacket
Even warm days can be breezy on the open Adriatic—bring a light windproof layer for the boat ride.
Check sunscreen type
Use reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine life while snorkeling in shallow bays.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Audouin’s gulls and herons
- Mediterranean monk seals (rare sighting)
History
The Kornati islands have hosted millennia of maritime activity; dry-stone field walls and shepherd shelters record a pastoral fishing culture that dates back centuries.
Conservation
Kornati and Telašćica are protected areas with visitor rules to limit anchoring and damage to seabeds—use marked mooring spots and avoid collecting marine life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Reef shoes
Protects feet when entering and exiting the water and walking on rocky beaches.
summer specific
Refillable water bottle (1–2L)
Keeps you hydrated all day; water can be limited on deck.
Light windproof jacket
Cuts wind chill on open-water stretches and during late-afternoon returns.
spring specific
Snorkel mask (if you prefer your own)
Snorkel equipment is provided, but a personal mask often fits better and fogs less.
summer specific