Know Before You Go | Croatia & Slovenia
Whether you're preparing for your upcoming Croatia & Slovenia adventure or just want to learn more about the Adriatic coast and Europe's easternmost Alps, we've got you covered. We've rounded up an array of useful resources, from a wildlife guide and packing tips to travel stories that will inspire your wanderlust.
Travel Tips
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about Croatia & Slovenia? We've got answers! We've compiled a list of our most frequently asked questions about the natural wonders you'll see, weather and more.
Places We Visit
Places We Visit
From the cascading waterfalls of Croatia's Plitvice Lakes National Park to Slovenia's castle-crowned Lake Bled, learn about the places you'll go on this nature adventure.
Natural & Cultural Wonders
Natural & Cultural Wonders
This itinerary brings you from the shimmering waters of the Mediterranean to the glacial peaks of the Alps, exposes you to cultural riches and offers the possibility of seeing endangered wildlife.
Conservation Highlight
Conservation Highlight
Conservation efforts to protect Eurasian griffon vultures around the Balkan Peninsula have seen success—the Croatian population has risen from 70 breeding pairs to 130 pairs.
WWF Conservation
WWF Conservation
WWF Adria is dedicated to the sustainable management of water resources, forests and protected areas, and the conservation of the sea, rivers and wildlife, from lynx and bears to marine mammals.
Wildlife Guide
Wildlife Guide
From griffon vultures to golden jackals, many animals call the mountains, forests and coasts of Croatia and Slovenia home.
Expedition Dining
Expedition Dining
Learn about traditional cuisine, the history of honey and sustainable dining experiences on Nat Hab's Croatia & Slovenia adventure.
Reading List
Reading List
From Birds of Europe to The Balkans, A Short History, browse our helpful list of reading recommendations to fuel your excitement for a Croatia & Slovenia adventure.
Adventure Details
Adventure Details
Our travel advice will leave you feeling prepared for a trip to Croatia & Slovenia, with tips on currency, electricity and languages.
Weather & Climate
Weather & Climate
Find out the typical weather conditions in Croatia and Slovenia in this month by month breakdown of average temperatures and rainfall.
Packing List
Packing List
We’ve made a comprehensive list of all the clothing and gear you’ll want to pack so you'll be well prepared for Wild Nature of Croatia & Slovenia.
Travel Stories & Articles
Croatia’s & Slovenia’s Top National Parks for Nature Lovers
Croatia’s & Slovenia’s Top National Parks for Nature Lovers
—By Laura Kiniry
Together, Croatia and Slovenia are home to 9 national parks, some of which sit in close proximity to the breathtaking Dalmatian coast along the Adriatic Sea and others situated within Europe's easternmost Alps, rugged...
Together, Croatia and Slovenia are home to 9 national parks, some of which sit in close proximity to the breathtaking Dalmatian coast along the Adriatic Sea and others situated within Europe's easternmost Alps, rugged...
Adventures in Dining: Croatia & Slovenia
Adventures in Dining: Croatia & Slovenia
—By Emily Goodheart
Nat Hab's tour of Croatia and Slovenia offers an intimate encounter with nature while exploring the cultural heritage and culinary highlights of these two Balkan countries. Dine on locally sourced gourmet fare at Michelin-star...
Nat Hab's tour of Croatia and Slovenia offers an intimate encounter with nature while exploring the cultural heritage and culinary highlights of these two Balkan countries. Dine on locally sourced gourmet fare at Michelin-star...
Slovenia: One of the World’s Greenest Countries
Slovenia: One of the World’s Greenest Countries
—By Cathy Brown
How Slovenia, a tiny unspoiled mountainous country nestled between Croatia, Austria and Italy, has managed to stay relatively under the radar for nature tourism is a mystery. Three-fifths of this environmentally-friendly country is...
How Slovenia, a tiny unspoiled mountainous country nestled between Croatia, Austria and Italy, has managed to stay relatively under the radar for nature tourism is a mystery. Three-fifths of this environmentally-friendly country is...
The Via Dinarica: One of Europe’s Best Hiking Trails
The Via Dinarica: One of Europe’s Best Hiking Trails
—By Cathy Brown
When imagining hiking in Europe, images of the Matterhorn or the Dolomites may spring to mind. While absolutely beautiful with undoubtedly some of the best hiking views on the continent, treks around those...
When imagining hiking in Europe, images of the Matterhorn or the Dolomites may spring to mind. While absolutely beautiful with undoubtedly some of the best hiking views on the continent, treks around those...
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