Mljet is the most southern of Croatia’s larger Dalmatian Islands. Dubbed “the most seductive of all the Adriatic Islands” by Lonely Planet and “Dalmatia’s most idyllic destination” by Time Out Mljet is an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise- unspoiled nature at its best. The long, thin island, 37 km long yet only 3.2 km wide, is the Adriatic’s greenest, with 80% of its landmass covered in pine forest. Mljet’s 1100 inhabitants are scattered among 16 small settlements connected by a single road that runs the length of the island.
Mljet has captivated its visitors since early times. The island is mentioned in 4th century BC Greek writing. Mljet’s hillsides are dotted with fortresses and tombs from the Illyrian period as well as Roman ruins. Legend has it that Odysseus stayed for 7 years after being shipwrecked, love struck by the island’s beauty. In 1960 one third of the island was designated a national park, which put it on the tourist map. But unlike Dubrovnik, Mljet is far from overrun by tourists. Tourists who visit Mljet typically head inland to the National Park. We kayak the park’s outer seaside boundaries, coves and uninhabited islands, then devote a day to visit less-visited parts of the island.
ITINERARY:
Day 1: Transit day
Arrive Dubrovnik by 2:30 pm/car transfer to Prapratno for 5 pm ferry to Mljet Island/20 minute scenic drive on Mljet to seaside village of Kozarica/ check into guesthouse/home cooked dinner on private terrace overlooking the sea
Day 2: 8 km
Equipment issues & instruction in Kozarica harbor/ paddle Kozarica to Polace, a favored mooring for yachts and sailboats/ stop to swim on one of several small islands/ wander Polace’s waterfront/ car transfer to Kozarica for a homecooked dinner
Day 3: 12 km
Car transfer to Polace/ paddle the northeast tip of Mljet with views of Korcula and Lastavo Islands, to Pomena, the national park headquarters. Afternoon options include bike rental or hiking in the park/ car transfer to Kozarica
Day 4: 16 km
Paddle the northeast tip of the island along towering limestone cliffs/ discover the narrow break in the cliff walls connecting the inland lakes to the open sea/ paddle past the iconic island home of a 12thcentury Benedictine Monastery/ car transfer to Kozarica for dinner
Day 5: Relax and swim
Explore Mljet’s natural wonders outside the national park/ hike to swim in Odysseus Cave/ drive the length of the island to the sand beaches of Saplanara
Day 6*: Transition Day: Mljet to Dubrovnik
Approximate location. Note: Exact meeting point is provided after booking
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