Split Day Tour: Blue & Red Lakes, Cetina Canyon and Authentic Farm Lunch

Imotski•moderate

Difficulty

moderate

Duration

9–11 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for travelers in average physical condition who can walk 1–2 km on uneven surfaces and manage short stair sections.

Overview

A single day from Split threads dramatic karst sinkholes, a river canyon viewpoint and a family farm lunch. Expect 9–11 hours of guided driving, short walks to cliff rims, and a hands-on look at Dalmatian village life.

Split Day Tour: Blue & Red Lakes, Cetina Canyon and Authentic Farm Lunch

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Date

Thu, Oct 30

Travelers

You step off the van and the world narrows: a sheer ring of limestone falls away to reveal a lake that looks like someone has cut a piece out of the earth. Modro Jezero (Blue Lake) is blunt—800 meters long, 400 meters wide—its color shifting from cobalt to green as sunlight tracks across the chasm. Nearby, Crveno Jezero (Red Lake) sits like a darker mood in the karst, its cliffs looming and quiet. Later the Cetina River will demand your attention—a canyon that pushes water and history through narrow gorges toward the Adriatic.

Adventure Photos

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Adventure Tips

Wear grippy shoes

Paths to the Blue Lake and viewpoints are uneven and can be slippery—trail or hiking shoes with good tread make descents and returns easier.

Bring swim essentials

If conditions and the guide allow, you can swim at Blue Lake—pack a swimsuit, quick-dry towel and plastic bag for wet items.

Protect from sun and wind

Cetina viewpoints are exposed; sunscreen, a hat and a windbreaker cover most weather shifts.

Carry small cash

Village shops and some food tastings often prefer cash for small purchases and tips—bring kuna or a small amount of euros.

Local Insights

Wildlife

peregrine falcon
otter (along lower Cetina)

History

Diocletian’s Palace in Split—built in the late 3rd century AD—anchors the coastal end of the route, while inland settlements around Imotski reflect long-standing agrarian traditions tied to karst wells and terraces.

Conservation

Karst sinkholes are ecologically sensitive; stick to paths, avoid throwing waste in the chasms, and minimize soap and sunscreen when swimming to protect water quality.