Telašćica Nature Park

Telašćica is a bay in the south-eastern part of the island of Dugi Otok in the Adriatic Sea, a designated nature park full of wildlife and marine creatures. It is a deep inlet dotted with cliffs, islets and bays. The cliffs of Dugi Otok, known locally as the stene, rise high above the sea and drop deep below it. The bay actually consists of three smaller bays and is a good, safe harbour for all kinds of vessels. Its north-eastern side is bare, while the south-western shore is covered with thick forest of pine, olive and fig trees. Lake Mir is a saltwater lake on a narrow strip of land between the bay and the open sea.

Visiting Telašćica

The simplest way in is by boat, for example on a guided excursion from Zadar; you can also come from Sali by car, on foot or by bike. The park is open all year, but tours thin out from October to April, and an entrance fee is charged (check the park's site for the amount). Spring and autumn are good, and an early start avoids the crowds.

Cliffs and the salt lake

The Stene cliffs on the western coast rise up to 190 m, so keep to the paths. A short walk along the cliffs leads out to the karst landscape. Lake Mir is a salt lake that is warmer than the sea, with subterranean connections to it, and swimming and shaded picnic spots are on offer. Take care with the donkeys, and rent a kayak for the coves. The Grpašćak centre has views of the chain of the Kornati islands.