Choosing between Kravice and Krka Waterfalls for a day trip
People traveling to Croatia and Bosnia are often faced with the tough decision of choosing between a visit to Kravice Waterfalls or Krka National Park. It takes only 2h from one park to the other, but combining both on the same day can get a bit too tiring, so the best thing to do is to choose the option that suits you the best.
To help you decide, we have put together this guide comparing Kravice vs Krka Waterfalls. We tried writing it in the most unbiased way possible, but we will share our personal preference in the end.
Kravice vs Krka Waterfalls: Which one is larger?
Krka National Park is definitely larger than Kravice Waterfalls. At Krka, besides the main fall, you have quite a large area to explore, which is one of the things we like the most about visiting this park. It really is worth spending a full day at Krka as you have a lot to see.
Once you go to Kravice Waterfalls, you will have the main fall area which is quite large and nice. Besides this part, there is a second waterfall called Mala Kravice (which stands for Small Kravice) but it is significantly smaller and not so interesting. The highlight of visiting Kravice is definitely the main waterfall.
Kravice vs Krka Waterfalls: Which one is better for swimming?
If swimming in the waterfall is something you want to do, then the best place to go is the Kravice Waterfall. At Kravice, there is a large pool where you are allowed to swim, right under the main waterfall. It is not possible to come up to the waterfall itself as they have protection lines set up, but there is plenty of space to have a good time in the water.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to swim at the main waterfall in Krka National Park. It used to be allowed, but it was forbidden a few years ago. There are still places where you can swim in the park, but they are smaller and secondary locations.
Continue reading: Full guide for visiting Kravice Waterfalls
Price comparison: Is Kravice Waterfall cheaper than Krka National Park?
Yes, the ticket to visit Kravice Waterfalls is cheaper than the ticket to Krka National Park in most months. Here is a quick price comparison between both:
Kravice Waterfalls
€ 10 per person throughout the year
Check the full price list for Kravice
Krka National Park
- Low season (Nov – Mar): € 7
- Mid-season (Apr, May, Oct): € 20
- High season (Jul – Sep): € 40
The prices displayed here are all referring to one adult ticket. There are different types of tickets for groups, students, etc. For Krka National Park, there are also different ticket options that give you access to only a certain area of the park.
Considering most people will visit the parks during the mid or high season, visiting Kravice Waterfalls is cheaper than Krka National Park.
Kravice vs Krka Waterfalls: Which one is more crowded?
This is where the comparison between Kravice and Krka Waterfalls starts getting tricky because it depends a lot on the time and day you decide to visit each park.
Let me start by making one thing clear: During the high season, especially in July and August, both Kravice and Krka Waterfalls will most likely be very crowded.
Now, we particularly think that the Krka National Park seemed a bit busier than Kravice when we visited. Maybe the reason why we got that feeling is that since swimming in Krka is no longer allowed, people accumulate in the small wooden pathway.
In comparison, in Kravice Waterfalls, people are spread out everywhere so it seems a bit less crowded.
Whichever option you choose, if you want to avoid crowds, the best thing to do is to get to the park as early as possible.
Final comparison: So which one is better between Kravice and Krka Waterfalls?
Both Kravice and Krka Waterfalls have advantages and disadvantages to them. This is what we recommend:
- Choose Kravice Waterfalls if you really want to go swimming in the fall and if you would like to make an epic day trip by combining it with a visit to Mostar
- Choose Krka National Park if you want to visit a large park to see not only the main waterfall but also other interesting spots such as the second-oldest hydroelectric power plant.
Day trip suggestions from Kravice and Krka Waterfalls
Now that you have all the information you need to choose between visiting Kravice or Krka Waterfalls, let us help you make the most of your day trip. This is what we suggest for each of them:
Day trip to Kravice Waterfall
Whether you are located in Croatia or Bosnia, if you drive to Kravice Waterfall, you should definitely include a stop in the beautiful city of Mostar.
Mostar is a very unique destination and very different from any Croatian town as you can feel the Turkish/Ottoman influence in the cuisine and the architecture. It is one of our favorite cities in the Balkans.
If you have any extra time (which will depend on how many hours you spend at Kravice), you can also add a stop at the Blagaj Monastery. For more ideas on places to visit, check our full road trip itinerary through Bosnia.
Day trip to Krka National Park
Krka National Park is very easily accessible from many coastal towns in Croatia, such as Split. We recommend spending most of the day exploring the park itself, which is quite large.
To make this day trip itinerary perfect, you can also add a stop at Šibenik, which is a beautiful medieval village located close to the park.
Read more about other Balkan destinations:
Visiting Boka Waterfall in Bovec, Slovenia
Everything you need to know to visit Boka, the mightiest waterfall in Slovenia
Driving in Bosnia and Herzegovina as a Foreign Tourist
All you need to know about driving in Bosnia for a successful road trip.
Visiting Kravice Waterfalls near Mostar
Experience the stunning Kravice Falls with our tips on how to organize this day trip.
Organizing your trip
To help you plan your trip to Bosnia, we have put together our favorite planning resources:
- Flights: Get affordable flights to Bosnia on Skyscanner.com.
- Travel insurance: Make sure you are protected during your trip. We use SafetyWing whenever we are traveling abroad.
- Renting a car: We always use Discover Cars to get the best car deals.
- Accommodation: Find the best hotels and apartments on Booking.com.
- Activities: Get fun ideas of what to do and buy unique activities with Get Your Guide.
- SIM Card: Stay connected during your trip with Airalo.
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