Kravica Day From Split

Kravica Day From Split, 12 hours, rated 4.8 across 853 traveller reviews.

Overview

This day trip leaves Split at 7:00 AM and runs roughly 12 hours, crossing into Bosnia and Herzegovina for a guided visit to Mostar followed by a swim stop at Kravica waterfall. Transport is by air-conditioned vehicle with highway fees covered, and a licensed local guide takes over in the old town. After the walking portion there are about 3 hours split between the guided tour and free time in Mostar.

In the city, the focus is the 16th-century Stari Most, where professional jumpers dive into the cold Neretva river, and the streets around it that reflect a long shared life between Muslim, Christian and Jewish communities. Free time in Mostar is a chance to try local specialties, then regroup for the drive to Kravica. The waterfall stop lasts 75 minutes, enough for a swim in warm months or a short look around otherwise, before the return drive to Split.

It suits visitors based in Split who want a taste of Mostar and Herzegovina without arranging border logistics themselves. It is a long day on the road, with the drive each way taking 2.5 hours, so it rewards travellers who do not mind sitting and who bring their documents in order.

What's Included

Itinerary

1. Check in at Booker officeMeet at Marulićeva ul. 4, the Booker Travel Agency office in Split, and arrive 15 minutes before the 7:00 AM start to check in.
2. Drive to MostarTravel by bus or coach for 2.5 hours toward the border and on to Mostar. Highway fees are included; border crossing fees are not.
3. Guided tour of MostarA licensed local guide leads a walking tour of the old town, covering the city's history, with roughly 3 hours total including free time to explore on your own.
4. Kravica waterfall stopFree time of 75 minutes at the falls for swimming or sightseeing. Entry is an extra 10 euros per person, cash only.
5. Return drive to SplitA 2.5-hour drive back, ending at the Booker Travel Agency office.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points shape the day, from border paperwork to cash-only fees along the way.

• Bring your passport. You need a passport or ID card, plus any documents required to enter Bosnia and Herzegovina from Croatia. Several travellers said the guide helps manage the border process, but waits can vary and delays happen.
• Carry cash. Two fees are paid on the day: 5 euros per person for the border crossing and 10 euros per person for Kravica entry. Both are cash only, collected at the meeting point, so bring euros with you.
• Pack for water and sun. The listing recommends swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, a sun hat, sunglasses, comfortable shoes and water. If you plan to swim at Kravica, the towel and swimsuit need to be accessible rather than buried in luggage.
• Pace your free time. The tour summary notes that some travellers would like more time at each stop, especially for lunch or swimming. Plan your Mostar free time around food early so the waterfall stop does not feel rushed.
• Guides set the tone. Many reviews praise knowledgeable guides with engaging commentary on the history of Croatia and Bosnia. Reviewers also mention recommendations for dinner and sightseeing, so it is worth asking your guide for tips.
• Season matters. Swimming at Kravica is a warm-month activity. One reviewer visiting at the end of the season found nobody swimming and the site itself limited, so set expectations by the time of year you travel.

Common issues. The drives are long, 2.5 hours each way, and several travellers reported waits or delays at the border crossings, with one reviewer noting these waits are apparently a normal part of the route. Some reviewers wished for more time at each stop, with lunch and swimming feeling compressed. Extra costs add up: 5 euros for the border and 10 euros for Kravica entry, both cash only, and food and drinks are not included. One reviewer found the waterfall area limited outside swimming season, with few walks there.

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