Kornati National Park

Part of an island archipelago in the Adriatic Sea

The Kornati National Park is actually part of an island archipelago of 130 islands and islets, located in the Adriatic Sea. The largest of these islands is Kornati island, hence the name of the national park.

The Kornati islands tend to be rocky and are covered with Mediterranean scrubs. You will also find numerous olive groves and vineyards, which make for an incredibly scenic sight. But, there is no natural spring water on the islands, so be sure to bring your own.

Kornati National Park features rocky and cliffs terrain, which covers most of Kornati islands archipelago, located close to the city of Šibenik on the mainland.

Unique shoreline

The island of Kornati where the National Park is situated is best known for its unique shoreline, which is covered in multiple caves and coves.

The park covers 54,000 acres and offers access to 89 islands and numerous islets and reefs in the area. The majority of the park is open water, with less than 1 of its space being confined to dry land. Sea caves, incredible sea birds and a vast diversity of sea life offer you incredible ways to enjoy the area. This is one of the most popular parks in the country.

Things to see and do in Kornati

The Kornati Islands National Park offers you an incredible diversity of islands, spectacular beauty and rich history. You can explore Greek and Roman ruins; visit the vacation palaces for Europe's aristocracy and more. Kayak, canoe, swim and fish through the islands.

You'll find islands given over to pastoral splendor, complete with grazing sheep and attentive shepherds, as well as uninhabited islands that provide views of olive groves and vineyards. None of the Kornati Islands are inhabited on a permanent basis, though neighboring islands do use some for agricultural purposes.

Croatia's National Parks
Brijuni National Park	Kornati National Park	Krka National Park	Mljet National Park
North Velebit National Park	Paklenica National Park	Plitvice National Park	Risnjak National Park