Packrafting Adventure in Croatia

What an incredible few days on the river, we had a fabulous trip from beginning to end. Very fortunate to have an amazing guide Petr (Pero) who looked after us both on and off the water - couldn't recommend this trip highly enough. If you want thrills and spills, stunning scenery and lots of adrenaline...this trip is for you. Nothing was too much trouble, great food (particularly delicious food in camp by wonderful chef Marina) and accommodation was great - both hotel and camping. We even managed to accommodate an afternoon trip to Plitvice lakes as cherry on top of a delicious cake! Thanks again.

This trip was fantastic, the first day on the water was relaxing but with some stops to jump in the water and swim. The second day was the most fun with lots of rapids, and jumping from cliffs. The third day was the adrenaline one with bigger rapids and bigger jumps. Overall super well organised, Lovro our guide, was very friendly, helpful and made us feel safe the whole time. Hotel and camping times were also good. Great food all the way. Lovro also managed to adjust our itinerary so we could fit in the Plitvice Lakes.

Great adventure, thanks our guide Dajn! I recommend to do this trip only if you are fit and ready to climb some rocks a bit (nothing crazy though).

Management team, please highlight that tour starts and ends in different airports because 2 out of 5 people in our group confused Zadar and Zagreb :)

In general trip can be 1-2 days longer: it is only 3 days of action, plus 2 days of gathering and transfer back.

Our group of 7 had an amazing time thanks to brilliant host Stjepan. The trip was well-organised and things were clearly communicated. Rafting in the most beautiful locations, with a gentle ramping up of difficulty across the days that always felt well-measured. Decent accom and food too. Superb!

Stjepan showed us some of the most beautiful places I've ever seen - a perfect mix of serene nature & adrenaline fun. Three days of kayaking (building up to 3 meter waterfall drops! Surprised how the whole group was doing these so confidently - Stjepan was a great coach and it felt safe still). And some hiking and hanging out by rivers/by campfires/volleyball courts, etc. The guide really went above and beyond to make sure everyone had a good time on the water and on land too - taking us to secret swim spots, beer spots & keeping the good vibes and conversation flowing!

I enjoined every day. The hotel was really nice, delicious food, beautiful nature. And we had a great time with the guide

Had a fantastic time on this trip despite lack of skill/ experience - couldn't have asked for more stunning location/ better guide. Lovro and Raftrek went above and beyond to ensure we had the best experience possible. Loved it!

Lovely holiday! Our guide Lovro was simply amazing! He was knowledgeable about the history of the area and was a great guide on the water too!

I would recommend this adventure!

Had a wonderful packrafting holiday with Raftrek, everything was perfectly arranged and they could not do enough for people in terms of dietary requirements. Our guide Lavro was incredible, kept us safe, informed and was incredibly knowledgeable. Scenery was absolutely amazing and we saw the best that Croatia has to offer, waterfalls, lovey villages, landscapes and wildlife. The itinerary was good and action packed and the waterfall jumping was sensational. Highly recommended for all those looking for a safe, challenging adventure.

This was my first trip with muchbetteradventures and it far exceeded my expectations. Everything was arranged for us and I did not worry for a second during the whole trip. Our guide Lovro was amazing, his enthusiasm was great for the whole group. I've seen a beautiful part of Croatia whilst having a great time with the group! The hotel was comfortable with good food and kind staff, the campsite came with a lovely fire, nice tents and again good food as well!

The time on the river was great but there was not that much of it. About 3 hours a day. We couldn’t do the hike or the river trip on day 3 as too much rain. We went out on sea kayaks instead which was ok. There could be better communication about lunches.

Had a fantastic time on this trip. Our guide Lovro was really lovely, very knowledgeable and super friendly. The scenery was beautiful, lots of amazing waterfalls. The rafting was also just so much fun, challenging enough whether you've never rafted before or have had lots of experience. Great food too, I'm a vegetarian and didn't have any issues, everything was lovely. A fantastic trip that I'd recommended to anyone!

We had the most amazing time! The adventure was so well organised, challenging and exhilarating. We were so well looked after by our experienced, knowledgeable, fun, accommodating, caring guide Lovro. We felt safe at all time while being pushed if we wanted to. It was just brilliant! The food was amaaaazing. Accommodation was as described and perfect. We were so lucky with the weather! Another great MBA adventure!

A fantastic trip from start to finish. Packrafted along the Mrežnica, Zramanja and Krupa rivers, which offered stunning scenery, thrilling waterfalls and pristine waters. Really enjoyed camping, especially the campsite dinner and sitting around the campfire with the group. Our guide Lovro was knowledgeable and great throughout! Would highly recommend this trip if you enjoy being on and in the water.

The Packrafting Croatia adventure was incredible, and our guide (Lovro) was experienced, friendly, and knowledgeable. This is a great tour for those that want a fun adventure and want to contribute to a mini expedition, while getting a great sense of accomplishment. The Packrafting routes offer superb picturesque scenery. An awesome trip for those who love being on (and sometimes in) the water.

Absolutely amazing trip! Our guide, Lovlo, was super friendly and is an expert at both making you feel welcome and helping you with your packrafting. The packrafting was super fun, the scenery was gorgeous, the accommodation was great, the food was lovely (even as a vegetarian).

Great trip with a cool group of people, would definitely recommend if you are on the fence about booking. You really feel like you are in the middle of nature far from everyone else, seeing sights that most wouldn’t. And of course it’s fun to go down the rapids and falls.

Highly recommended, especially for those looking to get into rafting / kayaking for the first time. There's lots of thrills, spills, white-water, waterfall jumps, and plenty of adrenaline; but all of it is very easily manageable even if you've never been on the water before. We went at the end of the season when the water level was quite low, but even a bit higher it still would've been very doable for beginners.

Our guide Ivan was great and really looked after us, making sure we all had fun and giving us a crash course in basic Croat language, culture, and history — watch our for the Rakia! Croatia is beautiful (even when the weather isn't!), the food is great — especially the homemade stuff by Mariana at the campsite — and there's so much of it you might not need to buy lunches, and if you're lucky you might even get to see sunbathing Terrapins.

100% would recommend, and very much looking forward to getting back to Croatia soon!

A highly recommended trip with a great group of people!

If you are unsure whether to take this trip and love water - do it! A perfect mixture of serene nature and a fun adrenaline rush. This was my first adventure with Much Better Adventures, but not my last OFF COURSE. I was a bit comprehensive regarding the room sharing and travelling alone, but these concerns were a waste of time. The group on this trip was amazing. Everyone was open-minded and contributed to making this trip amazing. Our group leader DD was great. He pushed us to do our best while being attentive to safety. He really contributed to making this trip unforgettable. The food was delicious and the accommodation was perfect. A really cozy hotel by the lake with live music one evening. This spot seems to be an attractive spot for locals to take a swim on sunny days. This created a great lively atmosphere. The campsite was beautiful and quiet - and the toilet facilities were great. Do not forget to bring your carabiner, wet shoes and a dry bag.

OF COURSE! Would 100% recommend this trip to anyone! It was the best tour I’ve ever done. You need to feel ready to flip your packrafts, swim and jump from waterfalls (you do get a choice with this though), as well as feel fit enough to paddle for a good distance. The scenery was gorgeous, the food we had was all local and delicious, while camping it was all homemade by the lovely Mariana (worth checking options if you’re veggie or vegan) - Mariana also kindly made a cake for one of our group's birthdays. You get an opportunity to buy lunch during so no need to bring these. Pillows are provided during camping. A dry bag is definitely needed, a carabiner is helpful. Our guide DD (Davor) was very skilled and made sure we all got the most out of our trip. He taught us all the skills we needed to stay safe and make the most out of it. He was very knowledgeable about packrafting and the areas we visited. He made sure we all had fun while also pushing us to the best of our abilities. Make sure you pack lots of sun cream and be ready for a fun filled, adrenaline adventure!

Best way to see a big, beautiful chunk of Croatia. Saw terrapins, some sort of river snakes, loadsa butterflies, jumped off some waterfalls, swam in the river in and amongst some of the most incredible scenery..... Excellent host, a great group of people - an awesome holiday from beginning to end. Top tip - It was crazy hot when we did this trip - wore leggings on days 1 & 2 which got wet very quickly (I'm not a natural rafter and fell in a couple of times) and they kept me cool throughout the day.

What a great trip! The length is perfect, as each day has something a bit challenging but definitely doable. Our guide, DD, was very knowledgeable and always made safe decisions while still providing adventurous opportunities. Our group size made it easy to get to know everyone and spend time together or find our own quiet time. The locations and accommodations are stunning, with beautiful scenery friendly staff and amazing food. We loved our trip and look forward to another adventure.

Great first trip with Much Better Adventures. Great group and host. Booking site not entirely accurate. Kit list needs updating and info on food (especially lunch) could be clearer. Also, more info on transfer times between locations, more time spent in minibus than anticipated.

Had a good time. Our guide Lepi was lovely, knowledgeable, very laid back with a cheeky side. Didn’t get to trek or do some parts of the itinerary due to weather issues. Our host did his best to find a suitable alternative. Main tip is to bring proper water shoes. You’ll need to buy your own drinking water and lunches. Everything else is provided. Favourite part was the secret waterfall and falling out the kayak down the rapids. If you get the chance, fall a sleep under the stars.

Host was amazing, trip was fantastic.

Such a great trip! Dropping off water falls in stunning scenery with an amazing bunch of people and some great food!

A wonderful adventure, spectacular scenery, excellent guides and challenging rivers. I would recommend this trip without hesitation, my son and I had a brilliant time, a really great bonding experience.

Great trip, thoroughly enjoyed it from beginning to end. Help was on hand when my flight was cancelled and the guides were always willing to give advice/assurance when needed. Lepy, De De (and all the guides) were great, food was fab and the group was excellent. Take snacks onto the raft, headtorch, water shoes, sleeping bag liner, a water bottle with carabiner and 5litre dry bag. The people with GoPros got some great footage and helmet attachments are available. Spend a day or two exploring Zadar or Split to make the most of your trip.

The trip was well organised with a load of activity crammed into a short period. The local guide, Luca, was a great instructor and ensured we all bonded as a team throughout.