Mljet & Korčula Island Tour

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About Mljet

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The island of Mljet is considered the most beautiful and wooded island in the Adriatic. It’s an island of olive groves, vineyards, and rich flora and fauna. Mljet is an oasis of untouched nature and is one of the eight national parks in Croatia. It was named a national park and a protected area because of its unique beauty, pristine nature, beautiful sandy beaches, two salt lakes, and other factors that make it special. Mljet is the 8th largest island in Croatia and is part of the Dubrovnik group of islands. The island is known for its colorful animal life and original forests of Aleppo pine, Pinia pine, and Holm oak. It is also considered the most forested and greenest island in Croatia.

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The first inhabitants of Mljet were the Illyrians from the Ardijejaca tribe, who arrived on the island 4000 years ago. The first historical records of Mljet are related to Greek sailors who safely passed through the Mljet channel and took shelter in the Mljet bays during strong southerly winds. The Greeks took shelter in the bays because of the sources of drinking water near the sea coast. Proof of this is the underwater finds of Greek amphorae in ports that were created amid shipwrecks in storms or during pirate attacks by the local population.

Mljet National Park covers the northwestern part of the island, including an area of 5,375 hectares of protected land and the surrounding sea. It was declared a national park on November 11, 1960, and represents the first institutionalized attempt to protect the original ecosystem on the Adriatic. The park consists of several lakes, including the Great and Small Lakes of Mljet.

Veliko jezero, the large lake, was created by submerging the karst field. It has an area of 1.45 km2, its longest length is 2.5 km, and its width is 1 km. The Great Lake is 46 meters deep and joins the open sea through a long and wide channel called the Great Bridge, which expands into the Solina Channel and then joins the open sea.

Before 1958, the Great Bridge was shallower and narrower than today, which resulted in the creation of a strong sea current, changing every six hours. During high tide, the current either entered or exited the lake. In that place, the Benedictines built a mill, which was powered by electricity, and it was used for the production of salt.

Malo jezero, the small lake is located on the northwestern part of the large lake and is connected to it by a channel 30 meters long and up to 0.5 meters deep, through which, depending on the tides, a strong sea current flows. The canal is located at a place called Little Bridge. The surface of the lake is 0.25 km2, and its greatest depth is 29 meters. The sea in Mali Jezera changes little, so it has the characteristics of a lagoon.

Tour Itinerary

A trip to the island of Mljet is a special experience due to its natural beauty, featuring forests, lakes, animal life, sandy beaches, and the national park in general. The drive to the island takes around one and a half hours, depending on weather conditions.

The first stop is at the most beautiful sandy beach of the southern Adriatic, Saplunara. It is located deep in the bay, providing a true oasis of peace. After that, the trip continues along the inner side of the Mljet channel, sailing along the coast so that guests can experience the island from the seaside, enjoying the view towards nature and the rocky cliffs of the island of Mljet full of numerous coves. The island is surrounded by a sea of fascinating turquoise color.

In the historic port of Polače, rich with Roman history, which is also the only naturally most protected port in the world, we dock and guests have free time to explore and experience the charms of the island. Note that the ticket for the national park must be purchased at the information desk.

The ticket for all visitors includes:

– One return trip by solar boat to visit the island of Sv. Mary in the Great Lake

– A one-time visit to all land sites of Mljet National Park

– A walk along marked footpaths around Great and Small lakes, forest paths from Small lake to Pomena, from Vrbovice to Polače, paths to the Montokuc and Veliki gradac viewpoints

– Parking for personal vehicles on Vrbovica for one-day visitors and stationary guests without a secured parking space in private accommodation in the area around the Great Lake

– Insurance for each visitor

– Transportation by electric train according to schedule

Our recommendation is to rent an electric bicycle (not included in price) with which you will reach the beautiful salt lakes in the very center of the island much faster. Enjoy the untouched beauty, swim in the lakes, and take the opportunity to taste local delicacies (not included in the price) in the restaurant on the islet of Melita, located in the lake itself. You can easily spend around 4 hours exploring the National Park and it takes just 10 minutes by bike to reach the lakes.

Upon return, the speedboat ride continues along the coast of the island of Mljet, stopping at one of the quiet and beautiful bays where you can relax and refresh yourself in the crystal clear Adriatic sea. After that, we head to the Elaphiti Islands, where you will have the opportunity to stop at one of the beautiful locations and use the time for swimming, snorkeling or simply relaxing on the Sundeck of the speedboat.

Our islands are full of beautiful bays and you simply cannot decide which one is more beautiful, but each one is special in its own way. Whichever you choose, you will have an unforgettable experience. The excursion itself lasts 10 hours, which is 2 hours longer than a standard excursion, allowing our guests more time to explore and spend time on the island of Mljet.

About Koručula

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Korčula is a Croatian island that is approximately 47 km long and 47 nautical miles away from Dubrovnik. The island is part of the central Dalmatian archipelago and has three main settlements: Korčula, Blato, and Vela Luka. The island has a Mediterranean climate, with an average air temperature of 9.8°C (49.6°F) in January and 26.9°C (80.4°F) in July.

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In terms of ancient history, according to legend, the island was founded by the Trojan hero Aeneas or his friend Antenor. The island was first settled by Mesolithic and Neolithic peoples, as evidenced by archaeological findings at the sites of Vela Spila. The second wave of human settlement was by Illyrians, who arrived in the Balkans around 1000 BC.

The island became part of the Roman province of Illyricum after the Illyrian Wars, and Roman citizens began to settle on the island. Roman villas were built throughout Korčula, and there is evidence of organized agricultural exploitation of the land, as well as archaeological remains of the Roman Julianum and old church foundations.

Perhaps the most famous legend surrounding the island is that of Marco Polo, the world-renowned 13th-century traveler. For centuries, it has been believed that Korčula was his birthplace. Although there is no definitive proof, it is known that Marco Polo participated in the naval battle of Venice in 1298 and was subsequently captured by the Genovese army and imprisoned on Korčula. Polo, born in 1254, explored the world and documented his experiences as an advisor to the Mongolian emperor. The Polo-Depolo family is known to have come from the town of Korčula.

Tour Itinerary

Korčula is located approximately 2.5 hours away by boat from Dubrovnik. To provide ample time to enjoy the historical and beautiful Korčula, this trip lasts for 10 hours. During the journey, we will stop at a scenic location to swim in the crystal clear waters of the Adriatic Sea. You will have the opportunity to explore and swim in the beautiful coves along the way.

Once we arrive in the town of Korčula, you will have free time to sightsee, conduct research, purchase souvenirs, visit the old town, and try out some of the local traditional dishes (not included in the price). You can discuss with the skipper the amount of time you need or heed their advice on how much time you should spend.

Korčula is a historically significant fortified town located on the protected eastern coast of the island of Korčula. The old town is enclosed by walls, and its streets are arranged in a herringbone pattern, allowing air to circulate freely while protecting against strong winds.

Korčula’s old town is one of the finest examples of a fortified medieval town in the Mediterranean and has been included in UNESCO’s tentative list of outstanding world heritage sites. The central Gothic and Renaissance Cathedral of St. Mark, the Town Hall, and the massive town fortifications are the town’s principal historical sites.

Marco Polo, the greatest traveller of the 13th century, was a native of Korčula. He opened the door of the Far East to Europe and made the town even more famous.

After you return from Korčula, we can suggest another swim on the Elaphiti islands, if you’re not already tired and if you wish to do so. This will help us complete your trip and you can say that you have visited all the islands in the Dubrovnik region.

What are the recommended items that guests should bring with them?

✓ Comfortable clothes or light clothes
✓ Light shoes such as flip-flops
✓ Sunglasses
✓ Camera
✓ Swimwear
✓ Sun hat
✓ Sunscreen
✓ Beach towels