From Split, two day trips listed online on WizardTrip lead to the Krka Waterfalls, in the national park of the same name. The first, with a wine and cheese tasting, has 11,083 reviews; the second, with a cruise and swimming, has 5,563. Both are rated 4.9 out of 5 (as of 18 October 2026).
Both last 10 hours, spend 3 hours in the park and reach Skradin by boat. The excursion with a tasting sets aside 1 hour for a winery. The excursion with a cruise leaves 2 free hours in Skradin. This article compares their content, what they cost on top of the listed price and their limits.
Krka Waterfalls day trip from Split: what you need to know
Krka National Park is Croatia’s seventh national park. It lies in central Dalmatia, a few kilometers northeast of Šibenik. The river forms seven travertine waterfalls there, which the listings recommend visiting in spring and summer.
Park admission is included in neither excursion. It is paid in cash on the day, and the listings don’t give the amount. The trip from Split is by air-conditioned bus or vehicle. The listings don’t specify the address of the meeting point: check it when you book.
The excursion with a wine and cheese tasting
This excursion strings together three stops: 3 hours at Krka park, 1 hour in Skradin and 1 hour at a winery. In the park, you walk on raised wooden walkways, among birds, fish and butterflies. An ethnographic village presents traditional costumes and crafts. The listing also mentions a small museum devoted to Nikola Tesla and historic water mills.
The park also has the Jaruga hydroelectric power plant, below the Skradinski Buk waterfall. The listing describes it as the second oldest hydroelectric facility in the world and the first in Europe. A boat ride then links the park to Skradin.
Reviews temper the appeal of the waterfalls. Jo (4 out of 5, October 2026) expected big falls: “we only saw one big one and a few small ones.” The same review enjoyed the walk among the trees and the boat to Skradin.
In Skradin, the free hour lets you stroll, climb up to the fortress, eat or swim. The beach is where the river meets the sea. The Sladic estate, in Plastovo, is a family-run farm: a winemaker presents his wines, then comes the tasting. The listing promises three kinds of wine and spirits, with local cheese, olive oil and a traditional aperitif. Two reviews count four wines rather than three.
On the wine part, reviews differ. Two August 2026 reviews find the wine average. They mention a small meal at the estate that costs extra, €10 for one and €20 for the other. The listing doesn’t mention it. An October 2026 review judges the tasting excellent.
The order of the day can change. Two reviews from late summer 2026 say the guide put the park last. The reason: the morning cruise ships. There were fewer people and it was cooler in the afternoon. An August 2026 review describes a departure at 8:30 am, with check-in at 8:15. It warns that tickets booked separately can put travelers in different groups.
The excursion with a cruise and swimming in Skradin
The second excursion keeps 3 hours at the park and doubles the time in Skradin: 2 free hours, against 1 hour on the other. An English-speaking guide and host accompanies the group, limited to 50 people. The price includes the air-conditioned vehicle, the panoramic cruise to Skradin, insurance and free time to swim.
In the park, the listing mentions an eco-museum, the Skradinski Buk waterfall, the largest in the park, and the Jaruga hydroelectric power plant. It adds free time in the park for photos. In Skradin, you can stroll through the historic center, climb up to a small fortress, have lunch or swim. The listing lists no meal among the included services.
This excursion includes no tasting. The most critical reviews concern the content and the price. A traveler who gave 1 out of 5, in September 2026, planned to spend half a day on site: “in 1.5 hours, the tour was done.” The listing, for its part, promises 3 hours in the park.
Other reviews are enthusiastic. An August 2026 review describes a park without too many visitors and a beach in Skradin where the traveler was able to swim. A September 2026 review finds the site pleasant, especially in the low season.
The two Krka excursions compared
| Excursion with a tasting | Excursion with a cruise | |
|---|---|---|
| Duration | 10 hours | 10 hours |
| Time at Krka park | 3 hours | 3 hours |
| Time in Skradin | 1 hour | 2 hours |
| Tasting | 1 hour at the Sladic estate: wines, cheese, olive oil | None |
| Boat | Panoramic ride on the Krka | Panoramic cruise to Skradin |
| Park admission | Not included, in cash | Not included, in cash |
| Maximum group size | 100 people | 50 people |
| Guide language | English | English |
| Cancellation | Full refund up to 24 hours before | Full refund up to 24 hours before |
| Price from | €38 | €25 |
Can you swim at Krka?
Not in the park itself, both listings answer. Swimming takes place in Skradin, on the beach where the Krka River meets the sea. The listing for the excursion with a cruise specifies designated areas near Skradin, and not at the main waterfalls.
The time available differs: 1 hour in Skradin with the tasting, 2 hours with the cruise. An August 2026 review reports a quick swim followed by a walk through town, with a changing booth on the beach.
An October 2026 review also notes that in Skradin, on a Sunday, only the restaurants were open.
Is the excursion suitable for strollers and wheelchairs?
Both listings say the excursion suits all fitness levels and recommend walking shoes. They say nothing about stroller or wheelchair access. Two August 2026 reviews advise against the park with either: one mentions a lot of steps, the other steps and unstable bridges.
The listing for the excursion with a cruise names families among its audience. Both listings set a maximum group size, of 100 or 50 people, and provide for cancellation if the number of participants is insufficient.
Which one should you choose?
- You like wine and local products: the excursion with a tasting, which devotes 1 hour to a family estate in Plastovo.
- You want to swim and take your time: the excursion with a cruise, which leaves 2 hours in Skradin.
- You prefer a smaller group: the excursion with a cruise, limited to 50 people against 100.
- You travel with a stroller or a wheelchair: neither listing describes access, and two reviews advise against the park.
- You are watching your budget: the excursion with a cruise, the cheaper of the two before the park ticket.
For the rest of your stay, the city’s tours and excursions are gathered on the Things to do in Split page. Those in the country are on the Croatia page.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Krka Waterfalls excursion from Split last?
Both excursions compared last 10 hours. They include 3 hours in Krka National Park. One adds 1 hour in Skradin and 1 hour at a winery, the other 2 hours in Skradin.
Is the Krka park entrance ticket included in the excursion?
No. In both excursions, admission to the national park is not included: it is paid in cash on the day. The listings don’t give the amount. The boat ride to Skradin is included.
Can you swim in the Krka Waterfalls?
No. The listings say swimming is not allowed in the park, nor at the main waterfalls. It takes place in Skradin, on the beach where the Krka River meets the sea, during the free time.
What does the wine tasting on the Krka excursion include?
One hour at the family-run Sladic estate, in Plastovo, with a winemaker. The listing promises three kinds of wine and spirits, local cheese, olive oil and a traditional aperitif. This stop exists only on the excursion with a tasting.
How big is the group on the Krka excursion?
The excursion with a tasting takes up to 100 people, the one with a cruise and swimming up to 50. In both cases, the guide speaks English and the excursion can be canceled if too few participants sign up.
Can you cancel a Krka excursion from Split for free?
Yes, up to 24 hours before the scheduled departure time: the refund is then full, according to both listings. The excursions are canceled in bad weather or if too few participants sign up.
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