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Activities in Dubrovnik For those who seek active holiday experiences we suggest kayaking, rafting, canyoning and safari. There are many sailing and kayaking tours among the Elafiti Islands and Kornati Islands. In Paklenica National Park, near Zadar (north of Dalmatia) you can experience excellent hiking or rock climbing. The Croatian coast is regarded as one of the top diving areas in the world, attracting numerous underwater enthusiasts every year. From Istria to Dubrovnik every coastal resort has a dive centre. Along the coast there are more than 300 archeological sites. Both its rich historic tradition as well as its natural beauty combine to make Croatia an attractive destination for local and visiting divers. Although there is a little bit of everything along the coast, the primary attractions are shipwrecks and caves. Remains of roman wrecks with 1 st-century amphoras can be found in the area of Dubrovnik. The climate along the Croatian coast is typically Mediterranean and the dive season runs from May through November. September and October are considered the best months for diving. Famous french oceanographer and adventurer Jacques Yves Cousteau once sad that the underwater world around Dubrovnik was one of the most beautiful underwater worlds he had ever seen in all the years of his expeditions. The coastal parts of Dubrovnik Region are rich in small and medium game fish, while the deeper parts offer the challenge of big game fishing. It is important to mention that on the beaches in the region of Dubrovnik you can get all tourist services that you need such as surfing, volley-ball, rent-a-kayak, rent-a-scooter, water-skiing, sailing.... |
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