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Island of Vrgada

Island of Vrgada

GENERAL

Oasis

Immersed in azure eternal, Vrgada welcomes its emigrant folk returning to the island of their youth which they had left to search for work, but also greets the wayward travellers in search of respite from their busy lives. Vrgada’s doors are wide open for you to discover all the charms of this natural oasis. Visit the witnesses of ancient times, listen to their stories, explore paths, and discover beautiful beaches, hidden drystone walls, fishing ports, and silver olive groves. Who knows, perhaps you will realise that Vrgada has been waiting just for you all this time...

EXPLORE

The gem of Pakoštane region

Vrgada’s breathtaking lookouts offer sweeping views of the sea and 13 surrounding islets. Its golden sand beaches and fragrant pine forests make Vrgada a perfect place for relaxation and an escape from everyday life. The sea surface hides a magical underwater world, while the land is home to diverse plant and animal species. Time slows down on Vrgada, while the warm declining sunlight invigorates the senses, perfumed by a salty breeze.

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Pine forest
Aleppo pine (Pinus halepensis)
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Sand beaches
Podbrizi beach – golden sands
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Diverse terrestrial flora and fauna
Common cicada (Lyristes plebejus)
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Diverse marine flora and fauna
Gold sponge (Aplysina aerophoba)
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Lookouts
Lookout Gradina
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Pristine islands
Island of Artina
NATURE

Vrgada is a place where nature whispers and you listen. Leave only your footprints and take the enduring memories with you.

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A DIFFERENT POINT OF VIEW

Additional activities

If you decide to visit Vrgada, you can enjoy its beautiful nature while diving in the turquoise sea, diving in the turquoise waters, searching for seahorses and yellow sponges, sailing along the coast in hopes of spotting dolphins, or investigating the lookouts, drystone wall labyrinths, and ample fields. Be sure to stroll through the old town, explore hidden corners and streets, and listen to the folktales about nobles, local people and saints.

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Hiking trails
Trail length: 7,4 km
Difficulty: Varies
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Catamaran rental
By hour, half-day, by day or week (Pakoštane)
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Diving
Type: Diving equipment rental
By hour or by day (Pakoštane)
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Dolphin spotting excursion
By appointment (from Pakoštane)
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Kayaking
By hour or day (Pakoštane)
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Stories of Vrgada
From July to August or by appointment
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Sailing around

Rent a boat and explore Vrgada from the sea. Immerse yourself in the crystalline waters, discover hidden coves and islets, explore the submarine life of Vrgada, sunbathe on the golden sands of its beaches, and enjoy the tranquillity and beauty that it has to offer. Discover Vrgada in your own way!