{"id":676189,"date":"2026-10-01T15:48:21","date_gmt":"2026-10-01T13:48:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tourisimaguide.be\/?p=676189"},"modified":"2026-10-15T10:33:24","modified_gmt":"2026-10-15T08:33:24","slug":"7-extraordinary-activities-in-croatia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tourisimaguide.be\/en\/7-activites-hors-du-commun-en-croatie\/","title":{"rendered":"7 extraordinary activities in Croatia"},"content":{"rendered":"

Paddle in a transparent kayak, pedal on a cable above Dubrovnik or enter a secret Cold War-era airbase: in Croatia, getaways are often anything but ordinary. Here are 7 unusual activities you\u2019re unlikely to find anywhere else.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Pedal in the air above Dubrovnik<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You thought that cycling was always done on the floor of cowsheds? Then you obviously never tried the Sky Bike in Dubrovnik. Starting from Mount Sr\u0111, the most daring can ride a bike that rolls on a cable stretched above the ground. The course includes two 150-meter trips, offering spectacular views of Dubrovnik, the surrounding mountains, and the Adriatic Sea. Rest assured, you will be securely strapped in throughout the entire journey, but the experience of pedaling in the air will still be unusual. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find out more: https:\/\/skybikedubrovnik.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo SkyBike Dubrovnik<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Cocktails\u2026 with olive oil<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Olive oil pairs perfectly with a salad, don\u2019t you agree? In Vodnjan, in the south of Istria, they also pour it into a shaker for an extraordinary MixOILogy experience. The concept begins with a walk through the olive groves and a discovery of the production of extra virgin olive oil. You then learn to taste the oil like a pro, but also to prepare drinks with spirits from local distilleries. The result: three surprising cocktails where olive oil brings its unusual touch. An original way to combine two major culinary traditions of the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More info : Visit Istria<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. Dive into a wine cellar at the bottom of the sea<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On the Pelje\u0161ac peninsula, one of the most exceptional wine cellars in Croatia is not located in a wine-growing area\u2026 but in the Adriatic Sea! The wines of the region are aged in bottles or even in traditional amphorae placed on the seabed. When they are brought to the surface, they are covered with a natural layer of seashells and other marine organisms. Each bottle is therefore unique. Certified divers are allowed to swim among these sunken treasures. But if you prefer to stay dry, you too will have the opportunity to discover \u2013 and taste \u2013 this exceptional wine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find out more: https:\/\/www.edivovina.hr\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. Swimming in an illuminated aquarium<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The sunset over Pula marks the beginning of a quasi-supernatural adventure. It is at this moment that some embark on fully transparent kayaks equipped with LED lighting. The goal? To observe the seabed of the Adriatic Sea, which lights up just below. When the sky begins to change color and night falls, one paddles at the surface of water whose depth varies between four and eight meters. With the impression of crossing an immense aquarium, without having to enter the water. This guided tour starts from Verudela and is accessible to beginners and families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find out more: https:\/\/www.mettafloat.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5. Penetrating a secret airbase<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Right next to the Plitvice Lakes lies the \u017deljava Air Base, which was one of the best-kept military secrets of the former Yugoslavia. The underground base was built deep within the mountain and housed aircraft, troops, and a vast network of tunnels. Today, visitors can explore the disused airstrips, a historic C-47, and parts of the underground complex. The tunnels stretch for approximately 3.5 kilometers inside the mountain. Due to their vastness, the darkness that prevails there, and their complex structure, it is recommended to visit the site accompanied by an experienced guide. A fascinating blend of history, adventure, and mystery related to the Cold War.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find out more: https:\/\/aerodrom-zeljava.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6. On a zip line above the Pazin cave<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At the foot of the Pazin Castle, the Pazin\u010dica River disappears into a spectacular gorge and a mysterious underground cave. The most daring way to admire this natural phenomenon is to be suspended by a cable. The zip line includes four routes above the gorge. The longest line measures 280 meters and its speed can reach 50 kilometers per hour. During the descent, you enjoy breathtaking views of the cave and the castle that seems to maintain its balance above the precipice. This Pazin site appears in Jules Verne\u2019s novel \u00abMathias Sandorf\u00bb.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More information: Visit Istria<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7. Wandering around Mars without leaving Croatia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With its bare rocks, astonishing formations and its almost complete absence of vegetation, part of the island of Pag resembles a distant planet more than an island in the Adriatic Sea. It is no coincidence that the region\u2019s most famous hiking trail was named \u00abLife on Mars Trail\u00bb. The circuit traverses the spectacular landscapes around Metajna and passes through the beaches of Ru\u010dica, Beritnica, Slana and Seline. Hikers meander past the white rock formations, isolated bays and sparkling blue waters. And if you\u2019re looking for a little more adrenaline, try the one hundred-meter-long via ferrata. It is located just a meter or two above sea level and connects the Slana bay with Cape Su\u0161ac. A unique hiking experience that lives up to its unusual name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More info : Visit Novalja<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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More information about Croatia<\/strong>: https:\/\/croatia.hr\/. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Pagayer \u00e0 bord d\u2019un kayak transparent, p\u00e9daler sur un c\u00e2ble au-dessus de Dubrovnik ou p\u00e9n\u00e9trer une base a\u00e9rienne secr\u00e8te datant de la Guerre froide : en Croatie, les escapades sont souvent tout sauf banales. Voici 7 activit\u00e9s insolites que vous aurez peu de chance de r\u00e9aliser ailleurs. 1. P\u00e9daler dans les airs au-dessus de Dubrovnik Vous […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":676191,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-676189","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tourisimaguide.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/676189","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tourisimaguide.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tourisimaguide.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tourisimaguide.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/11"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tourisimaguide.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=676189"}],"version-history":[{"count":20,"href":"https:\/\/www.tourisimaguide.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/676189\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":676313,"href":"https:\/\/www.tourisimaguide.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/676189\/revisions\/676313"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tourisimaguide.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/676191"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tourisimaguide.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=676189"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tourisimaguide.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=676189"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tourisimaguide.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=676189"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}