Camping guide for Croatia – the perfect outdoor vacation

Campsites in Istria

Istria will take your breath away with its charming towns on the hills, but also by the sea. The crystal-clear sea and green landscapes offer a variety that will enhance your holiday experience. Whether you are looking for a campsite by the sea or inland in Istria, you will not be disappointed. In Istria there are about a hundred campsites of different sizes and with a variety of facilities. Istria is also popular because of its geographical position, and most campsites are located on the coast. Many campsites in Istria have won prestigious awards, and whether you are travelling with small children or dogs or looking for naturist campsites, you will find the ideal campsite that will check all the boxes. Some of the famous campsites in Istria are the Boutique Camping Santa Marina in Tar, campsite Veštar in Rovinj and the wellness campsite San Servolo in Buje. In Istria, you can camp by the sea, but also inland. In Umag, for example, there are several campsites, including Camping Finida, Camping Savudrija and Camping Stella Maris. There are also several campsites in Rovinj, such as Camping Amarin or Ulika, and Campsite Piccolo and Arena Medulin Campsite in Medulin.

Campsites in Dalmatia

In Dalmatia you can camp on the coast, but also in the hinterland. Camping on the islands is also an ideal choice if you want to surround yourself with clean sea and nature. From Zadar to Šibenik, Split and Dubrovnik, there are many campsites – from mini campsites to five-star campsites. In the Zadar County, there is the Falkensteiner Premium Camping Zadar, and if you are drawn to the islands, you can stay at the Boutique Camping Bunja in Supetar on the island of Brač.

There are campsites all over Dalmatia, on islands and inland, so everyone can find an ideal place to camp. If you are drawn to the northern Adriatic and the islands, you can camp on the island of Pag at the Camp Šimuni or in Povljana at the Aminess Avalona Camping Resort. There are also many campsites in the Zadar County. In the surroundings of Zadar there are several popular excursion locations and campsites surrounded by dense pine forests. In Sveti Filip i Jakov there is the Adria Mini Camp, Camping Filip, Camping A’more and Auto Camp Đardin.

Starigrad and Pakoštane are also popular camping destinations. In Pakoštane there is Pine Beach Pakoštane – Adriatic Eco Resort and Buqez Eco Resort, and in Starigrad, two kilometres from the Paklenica National Park, there is Camping Paklenica. In Šibenik and the surrounding area, you can choose between two- and five-star campsites, including the Campsite Solaris in Šibenik and Obonjan Island Resort on the island of Obonjan. If you are drawn to camping further south, there is the Valamar Amicor Resort on Hvar, which operates according to the principles of sustainable development, as well as a naturist camp in Jelsa, Nudist. In the southernmost county, Orebić is a popular camping location, where Holiday Resort Adriatic, Nevio Camping and many others are located. On Korčula, you can find your pitch at the Port9 campsite by Aminess.

Campsites in Kvarner

Kvarner Bay is known for its mild climate and varied landscape, a unique combination of mountains, coast and islands that allows you to enjoy diversity in a small area. You will find campsites in Kvarner from the eastern slopes of Učka to the city of Rijeka and Novi Vinodolski. However, if you are more drawn to camping on the islands, Krk, Cres, Lošinj and Rab offer you a wide range of options with their rich offer of campsites. In Omišalj there is the Aminess Atea Camping Resort, and on Lošinj there are the famous campsites Čikat and Lopari Camping Resort in Nerezine. On the island of Cres there is the Campsite Kovačine, while on Rab you can choose from several campsites, including the Lando Resort. In addition to the islands, you can also camp on the coast, in Mošćenička Draga at Autocamp Draga and in Lovran at the Camping & Holiday Resort Medveja.

Campsites in Lika and Gorski Kotar

If you prefer mountain climate with moderate temperatures even in the summer months, the Gorski Kotar and Lika region is made for you. In this area you are surrounded by forests and mountains, and accommodation in mini campsites allows you to be surrounded by fewer people, have more peace and quiet and be in direct contact with the local population, who will win you over with their hospitality. A visit to the Plitvice Lakes National Park is a special experience. You can also camp near the park at Camping Plitvice and Big Bear Camping Resort. For those looking for glamour in the middle of the forest, tents and mobile homes for glamping are offered.

Campsites in the Croatian inland

Slavonia and Baranja

If you are looking for a slightly different camping experience, you should head inland to Slavonia and Baranja. This region offers a peaceful oasis with its vast plains, vineyards and traditional villages. The Golden Plains are a special experience in autumn, when nature begins to change colour from yellow to reds and browns. But this area is not just fields and plains. You can camp right on the edge of the Kopački Rit Nature Park and explore the flora and fauna of the wetlands. Among the popular camping locations in central Croatia, we also highlight Tuhelj, and one of the five-star campsites there is Camp Vita. In Donja Stubica, you can find accommodation at the Camp Terme Jezerčica.

Motorhome, tent or mobile home?

There are many different camping options today. At campsites in Croatia, you can use pitches where you can set up your own tent, park a caravan or motorhome. If you are preparing for your first camping adventure, you can rent some of the equipment. However, if you decide to buy your own camping equipment, you should make a list before you buy and check which equipment best suits your needs.

Camping tents

Tents are reserved for the most adaptable. When choosing a tent, make sure that it is durable and weatherproof for the climatic conditions that prevail in Croatia. Once you have chosen the campsite where you will be staying and pitching your tent, we recommend that you contact the campsite directly if you have any questions so that they can help you resolve them.

Caravan or motorhome?

If you opt for a caravan or motorhome, you can travel all year round without any problems. With a motorhome, you can explore the whole of Croatia and take a long journey through the interior, drive to the coast and explore the islands. However, if you do not have your own motorhome or are thinking of buying one, you should look for motorhome rental options from specialised agencies.

Many campsites in Croatia also have their own motorhomes where you can book your accommodation. Caravans come in various sizes, from caravans for two people to spacious caravans for a large family. They have the advantage of being detachable from the car, so your home on wheels can wait for you in a safe place on the campsite while you explore the surrounding area by car. A motorhome is your home on wheels, the best equipped form of camping equipment. A motorhome is a great choice for those who are less adaptable. Once you set it up on a chosen pitch, you will feel right at home, no matter where you are in Croatia.