Islands and mountains

DAY 1, ARRIVAL
We meet at Molat dock as you get off your catamaran/ferry from Zadar. After your check in we go for a 15 minute hike up to Straža (great viewpoint of the surrounding area ) and we do introduction to the local culture and history: WW2 sights, former residence of island owners/nobility. Optional introduction to sea kayaking and gear personalisation.
Included: dinner
Highlights: Stone age settlement ruins on Straža, nobleman's residence ruins
Activity: 20 minute hike

DAY 2
After breakfast, we cycle 9km on island's paved road exploring villages Brgulje and Zapuntel. In Zapuntel we board the kayaks and do a 3km paddling to island Ist. There we hike to highest point and 'Snow Lady chapel' for some great views of the area. We explore town Ist and kayak and cycle back to Molat. Optional kayaking extension to Funestrala reef for some great snorkelling.
Included: breakfast, dinner
Highlights: Snow Queen Chapel on Ist, scenic cycling route on Molat, snorkelling on Funestrala reef 
Activity: 18km cycling (1.5h), 6km kayaking (1.5h), hiking (1h)

DAY 3
After breakfast, we kayak to peninsula Bonastar (passing through dolphin research area) to explore post WW2 military caving system. We continue to shipwreck Michelle for some snorkelling and then to Veli Rat lighthouse for a swim and coffee/lunch break. We paddle back through Veli Rat lagoon and optionally stop for a snorkelling break on Bršćak island before returning to Molat.
Included: breakfast, dinner
Highlights: Military submarine caves, Veli Rat lighthouse, shipwreck Michelle, snorkling, dolphin research area 
Activity: 20km kayaking (4h)

DAY 4
We catch early morning ferry to Zadar, departing Molat at 6.50h with breakfast packed to go. In Zadar we quickly stop to the market to get a few supplies for the mountains and we are transferred to Starigrad - town where we start our hike. We move through Paklenica canyon and climbing area and after 2h arrive to the mountain hut - our base for a next couple of days. We have dinner** in the evening.
Included: breakfast, dinner
Highlights: Paklenica canyon and carbonate rock formations 
Activity: 7km/480m altitude/ trekking (2 hours)

DAY 5
After breakfast** we do a 3-4 hour hike through the maquis and oak forest to Struge valley. We take a break and continue to the baren peaks of Velebit and ideally finish on Vaganjski Vrh. Depending on the conditions, we return to the hut through a different route back for dinner**.
Included: breakfast, dinner
Highlights: Three terrains: maquis, forest, alpine meadows and stunning views from Vaganjski 
Activity: 14km /1300m altitude / trekking (6-8 hours)

DAY 6
After breakfast we pack our bags and hike down to Starigrad, from where we are transferred to Zadar - arriving there around 13.00h.
Included: breakfast
Activity: 7km trekking (2 hours)

*This itinerary serves as approximate guide. We want to give you an authentic Croatian adventure rather than to check the boxes of an itinerary agenda. Our route may change during the trip to take the advantage of any possible opportunity, such as the weather conditions or according to the groupʼs preferences. Please note that weather conditions, transport delays and other factors may influence our itinerary.

**Dinner and breakfast in the mountains are prepared by the guide - homemade meat specialties (sausages and ham) and traditional mountain food.